The lawmaker from New York was seen wiping away tears during the young mother’s gripping testimony Wednesday on Capitol Hill Source
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Migrant mother gives moving testimony about daughter who died
A Guatemalan woman whose child died after being in ICE custody is suing the federal government. She testified about the conditions at the detention center where she was taken, and previously spoke to “60 Minutes.” Omar Villafranca reports. Source
Mississippi politician responds to sexism claims
A Republican candidate for Mississippi governor has refused to be interviewed by a female journalist unless she brings along a male colleague. Mississippi Today journalist Larrison Campbell said she requested to accompany candidate Robert Foster on a 15-hour “ride along” campaign trip ahead of the August 6 primary, but was denied because she is a woman. Source
Earthquake insurance rates to soar for many Californians
Earthquake insurance rates are expected to spike for some residents in California. John Rundle, a distinguished professor of physics, earth and planetary science at University of California – Davis, and Glenn Pomeroy, CEO of the California Earthquake Authority, join CBSN to discuss. Source
Politician denied reporter access because she’s a woman
“They believed the optics of the candidate with a woman, even a working reporter, could be used in a smear campaign to insinuate an extramarital affair,” Mississippi Today reporter Larrison Campbell said Source
Aftershock: Earthquake insurance to soar for many Californians
Latest forecasts of where California quakes will hit and how big they’ll be will raise premiums for 250,000 homeowners Source
Cuomo signs equal pay bill into law at World Cup parade
Equal pay is a hot topic for the 2019 Women’s World Cup champions – and Governor Cuomo is doing something about it Source
Volkswagen marks end of an era with last Beetle
The car only had two redesigns and became famous for its unique look Source
Fashion designer Dapper Dan’s rags to riches story
On fashion’s biggest night, Dapper Dan can’t believe he has center stage. Michelle Miller reports on the Harlem designer’s saga that’s been three quarters of a century in the making Source
Hartman: The 97-year-old bagboy
Benny Ficeto of Perth Amboy, New Jersey, has been doing oddjobs since he ‘retired’ in the 1980s. Steve Hartman reports on the 97-year old who loves a hard day’s work. Source