Residents in Los Angeles and other parts of Southern California are bracing for a tropical storm. Hurricane Hilary is expected to weaken before it makes landfall, but this will be the first tropical storm in the area since 1939. Carter Evans reports on what to expect. Source
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Brian Kohberger, man accused of killing four Idaho college students, is back in court
Defense attorneys for alleged killer Brian Kohberger focused on the DNA evidence linking him to the murders of four Idaho college students in a court appearance Friday. The defense has questioned the validity of the DNA and offered an alibi for Kohberger, but an independent criminal defense attorney said it’s a weak argument. Elise Preston reports. Source
Troublesome tourist behavior overseas garners global attention
Bad behavior by tourists has gone viral across Europe. Officials have condemned incidents in cities including Rome, Venice and Paris. Chris Livesay reports on the surge in bad behavior by tourists this summer. Source
Only girl at Little League World series gets a hit and scores
The 12-year-old is just the 22nd girl to play in the tournament’s history. Source
Italian official calls tourists “vandals” after months of bad behavior
Viral incidents in Rome, Paris, Venice and other cities has garnered negative attention and expensive fines for tourists. Source
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How to watch today’s Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Detroit Lions NFL game
Here’s how to watch the Week 2 NFL preseason game between the Jacksonville Jaguars (1-0) and Detroit Lions (1-0). Source
Light pollution is killing the vibe for courting fireflies
As many as 1 in 3 lightning bug species in America could be under threat, scientists say. Source
Man returns to college thanks to “random acts of kindness”
Jaylan Gray had to leave college to take care of his younger brother after their mother died. But thanks to CBS News viewers, he is now able to fulfill his dream. Steve Hartman has the story in “On the Road.” Source
Maui emergency chief quits in wake of warning siren controversy
Herman Andaya, the head of the Maui Emergency Management Agency, resigned abruptly Thursday after he was leveled with significant criticism for his decision not to activate the island’s warning sirens when wildfires broke out on Aug. 8. Hawaii’s attorney general said that a private organization will be brought in to conduct an “impartial, independent review” of the wildfire response. Jonathan Vigliotti has more. Source