With their current contract set to expire, thousands of SAG-AFTRA members could soon go on strike, leading to a potential Hollywood production shutdown. If it were to happen, it would also mark the first time since 1960 that both the Writers Guild of America and the Screen Actors Guild have been on strike simultaneously. Jonathan Vigliotti has details. Source
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Alan Arkin, actor known for “Little Miss Sunshine” and “Edward Scissorhands,” dies at 89
Renowned actor Alan Arkin, who won an Academy Award for his performance in “Little Miss Sunshine,” has died at the age of 89. Janet Shamlian takes a look back at his life. Source
Hollywood actors could soon go on strike as contract deadline looms
Earlier this month, SAG-AFTRA members voted overwhelmingly to authorize a potential strike in the event a deal isn’t reached with the major studios. Source
United CEO admits to taking private jet amid U.S. flight woes
At the height of the nationwide weather-related travel disruptions earlier this week, Scott Kirby flew private from New Jersey to Colorado. Source
Supreme Court rejects Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court on Friday struck down a Biden administration plan to cancel billions of dollars in student debt. Major Garrett has the latest. Source
Smoke, heat could complicate holiday travel plans
Tens of millions of Americans who will be traveling for the Fourth of July holiday weekend may be forced to contend with poor air quality caused by smoke that has drifted into the U.S. from the Canadian wildfires, while the South is also forecast to experience scorching heat. Kris Van Cleave has more. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Friday, June 30, 2023
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
Could the the Higher Education Act lead to loan forgiveness?
Calls for the Biden administration to use the Higher Education Act to continue loan forgiveness were made after the Supreme Court struck down his plan for student debt relief. Source
Swarms of aphids in NYC bugging New Yorkers
If you’ve walked into a swarm of bugs in New York City recently — you’re not alone. Source
Women face age discrimination at work no matter how old they are, study finds
Women over the age of 40 have long faced workplace discrimination, but a new study reveals that younger female employees don’t have it much better. CBS MoneyWatch associate managing editor Aimee Picchi has more. Source