With so many apps available for people to share the details of their lives, some are now feeling social media fatigue. Sydney Bradley, senior reporter for Insider, joins CBS News to explain how some people are putting the “social” back in social media. Source
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How gas prices could affect your Labor Day weekend plans
Labor Day weekend is here, and millions of Americans –an estimated 148 million according to one survey — aren’t planning to stay home. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave has the latest on the travel rush. Source
U.S. sees rise in COVID-19 cases ahead of Labor Day weekend
A summer rise in COVID-19 cases has led to an increase in hospitalizations and deaths from the disease nationwide. As Elaine Quijano reports — health officials are suggesting Americans “mask up” this Labor Day weekend. Source
Ohio State to take on Indiana in Week 1 of college football
Football Saturdays are back in the U.S. A full slate of games kicks off at noon Eastern time featuring most of college football’s top 25 teams. Shehan Jeyarajah, college football writer for CBS Sports HQ, joins to discuss what fans can expect from the Buckeyes this season. Source
DeSantis super PAC pauses some voter canvassing, sets high fundraising goals
The moves highlight the outsized and unusual role the PAC has in supporting Ron DeSantis’ presidential bid, compared to his campaign. Source
Bodycam footage shows fatal shooting of pregnant Black woman by Ohio police
Ta’Kiya Young was fatally shot by police outside a grocery store after being accused of shoplifting. Source
COVID hospitalizations on the rise as U.S. enters Labor Day weekend
Retailers and pharmacies are subsequently seeing increased demand for in-person and at-home COVID testing. Source
“On the Road” celebrates Labor Day with 85-year-old working her “dream” job
Doris Caldwell dreamed of working at Tennessee’s Tennova Healthcare in any capacity. Source
Ex-Proud Boys leader gets 18-year sentence for Jan. 6 attack
Ethan Nordean, one of the former leaders of the far-right extremist group Proud Boys, was sentenced Friday to 18 years in prison for his role in the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection. Proud Boys member Dominic Pezzola was also sentenced to 10 years for his role in the attack. Source
“The Exorcist: Believer” gets early release date to avoid competing with Taylor Swift movie
“The Exorcist: Believer” will be opening in theaters a week earlier than previously scheduled to avoid competition with Taylor Swift’s new concert movie. Source