Police body camera footage was released Thursday, showing the struggle that precipitated the fatal May 11 shooting of a 38-year-old U-Haul theft suspect during a traffic stop in Alexandria, Virginia. The bodycam footage showed the suspect going for an officer’s gun. Jeff Pegues has the details. Source
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Former sanitation worker and Harvard Law student honors school’s support staff
Rehan Staton, a former sanitation worker who went on to become a Harvard Law School student, started a nonprofit to guarantee that the support staff at Harvard Law will not only be seen, but celebrated. Steve Hartman has his story in “On the Road.” Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Friday, May 26, 2023
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
2024 GOP candidates hit campaign trail
The field of Republican candidates seeking the 2024 presidential nomination got a lot more crowded this week. South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott entered the race Monday, and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced his run on Twitter Wednesday after some technical problems. CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro takes a look ahead at DeSantis’ first Iowa rally next week. Source
Amid lifeguard shortage, renewed focus on pool safety
As we enter the summer months, millions of children across the country will be making trips to the pool. However, the American Lifeguard Association warns that half of the nation’s 309,000 public pools could be forced to close or reduce their hours due to a lifeguard shortage. Carter Evans has details. Source
Amid lifeguard shortage, renewed focus on pool safety as summer arrives
The American Lifeguard Association said that half of the nation’s 309,000 public pools could be forced to close or reduce their hours due to a lifeguard shortage. Source
As climate change hurts crops, scientists explore new foods
Some scientists believe America’s breadbasket could soon be at risk of potentially emptying, and they’re warning a relentless drought is harming the nation’s wheat crops. Science journalist Jenny Morber, who reports on climate resiliency and food, joined CBS News to discuss how researchers are trying to solve the problem. Source
Megan Fox opens up about her struggle with body dysmorphia
Actress Megan Fox recently told Sports Illustrated about her struggle with body dysmorphia. The disorder can harm people’s self-esteem and interfere with their daily lives. Dr. Daniel Bober, a clinical psychiatrist, joined CBS News to discuss the causes behind the illness and how it can be treated. Source
Judge temporarily halts South Carolina abortion ban
A state judge on Friday temporarily halted a new South Carolina law that bans nearly all abortions after six weeks. The judge halted the law pending a review by the state’s Supreme Court. Source
Celine Dion cancels remaining dates of world tour after neurological disorder diagnosis
Celine Dion announced Friday that she has been forced to cancel the remaining dates of her world tour as she continues her recovery from a rare neurological disorder known as stiff-person syndrome. Source