Academy Award nominee Greg Kinnear is known for portraying real people on the big screen. He’s played Philadelphia Eagles coach Dick Vermeil and President John F. Kennedy. Now he’s taking on the role of California Innocence Project attorney Justin Brooks in the new movie, “Brian Banks.” The film is based on the true story of a teenage NFL prospect who was convicted of a crime he did not commit. After spending five years in prison and more time on parole, Banks sought out Justin Brooks to prove his innocence. Source

The president told reporters there’s a strong appetite in Congress for expanded background checks Source

Marcus Mariota completed 11-of-18 passes for 165 yards, two touchdowns, one interception, a 61.1 completion percentage and a 105.1 rating in three preseason games in 2018. Source

“You don’t care about me and you don’t care about the citizens,” one officer said. “You care about putting on this little show.” Source

“There will never be a moment for the rest of our lives when we will forget each and every victim of this senseless tragedy,” the family wrote Source

The bundled streaming service is on par or less than some competing plans, such as Netflix’s premium $15.99 service Source

Mario Avila said a 20-foot bull shark grabbed a hold of his left arm and almost killed him Source

Huntsman leaves his post with the State Department after having twice served as a U.S. ambassador Source

A CBS News investigation is revealing for the first time the changes police departments across America say they’re making to confront possible racial bias. This Friday marks five years since the death of Michael Brown, an unarmed black teen shot by a white officer who said Brown attacked him in Ferguson, Missouri. Jeff Pegues reports. Source

Politicians, actors, writers, musicians and fans are paying tribute to author Toni Morrison, who died Monday after a brief illness. She was 88 years old. The Nobel Laureate’s influence went far beyond the world of books. Michelle Miller reports. Source