Russian state media has released a rare video of American Paul Whelan in custody. Wheelan has been detained by Russia since December 2018. CBS News is not airing the video in full as it likely serves as Russian propaganda. Humeyra Pamuk, senior foreign policy reporter at Reuters, joined CBS News to discuss the latest. Source
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Companies are now “quiet cutting” employees
Some companies are telling their employees that they’re losing their positions, but not their jobs. Source
Francis Suarez is first GOP candidate to drop out of 2024 race
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez has suspended his presidential campaign. He is the first Republican primary candidate to drop out of the 2024 race. Source
How hotter oceans lead to more severe hurricanes
As Florida braces for Hurricane Idalia, scientists say warming oceans are having dangerous impacts on the frequency and intensity of these storms. CBS News’ Lilia Luciano has more on why. Source
Titans Trim Roster Ahead of NFL’s Deadline
Among the moves: WR Racey McMath, LB Chance Campbell, WR Mason Kinsey, DE Sam Okuayinonu and LB Ben Niemann have been released. Source
Chicago TV news crew robbed at gunpoint while reporting on robberies
A Univision executive said the footage they shot was in the stolen camera, and the story never made it on the air. Source
Surprise encounter with mother grizzly in Montana ends with bear killed
The mother grizzly bear charged at the men, investigators found, and the men fired in self-defense. Source
Amazon’s massive Labor Day sale on Dewalt tools: Shop tools under $50
Amazon just added even more must-have Dewalt tools to the Labor Day sale. Source
Realtors group president resigns after sexual misconduct report
Kenny Parcell, the trade group’s president, steps down after a New York Times report alleged he sexually harassed multiple women. Source
Foldable phones on the rise again
Flip phones are making a comeback with new lines of foldable phones hitting the market. Lisa Eadicicco, senior mobile editor for CNET, joined CBS News to discuss some of the latest models. Source