In their first face-to-face meeting since the release of the Mueller report, President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin greeted each other like old friends at the G20 summit. Mr. Trump seemed to brush off Russia’s interference in the election as a joke. Paula Reid reports. Source
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Activist reflects on 50 years since Stonewall Inn riots: “We changed America”
Up to four million people are expected in New York City this weekend to mark WorldPride. It’s a celebration that began as a rebellion 50 years ago. David Begnaud takes a look back. Source
Joe Biden defends record on race after debate with Kamala Harris
Joe Biden was back on the campaign trail defending his record after a tough moment during the Democratic debate. Sen. Kamala Harris called him out for his past stance against busing to desegregate public schools. Ed O’Keefe reports. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Friday, June 28, 2019
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News.” Source
Arrest made in case of missing Utah woman Mackenzie Lueck
An arrest has been made in the case of missing University of Utah student Mackenzie Lueck. The suspect has been charged with aggravated murder. Jonathan Vigliotti reports. Source
The Dalai Lama says female successor should be attractive
If not, “people, I think prefer, not see her, that face,” the 14th Dalai Lama said Source
New Twitter rules will flag abusive content from government officials with disclaimer
Twitter has announced new rules to limit threatening tweets made by government officials. The limitations will apply to politicians with 100,000 or more followers, like President Trump. Wired Editor-in-Chief Nick Thompson joined CBSN to explain the new rules. Source
Marsha Brantley case: Evidence a jury never saw
Prosecutor Steve Crump shows “48 Hours” correspondent Peter Van Sant what he didn’t show in court. Source
Journalist and CEO of Rappler fights weaponization of social media in Philippines
Maria Ressa is taking a stand against the Philippine government and its weaponization of social media. Adam Yamaguchi, producer and correspondent of the CBSN Originals documentary “Fake news, real consequences: The woman fighting disinformation,” spoke with CBSN about her fight. Source
The story of Marsha Brantley
Members of Brantley’s writing group tell correspondent Peter Van Sant fact is stranger than fiction. Source