In a court hearing Friday, attorneys for Bryan Kohberger, the man charged in the stabbing deaths of four University of Idaho students, questioned the validity of DNA found on a knife sheath at the crime scene which authorities allege connects him to the murders. Elise Preston has the latest. Source
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Trump to skip first GOP debate for Tucker Carlson interview
Republicans attending a conservative conference in Atlanta have been weighing in on the latest indictment of Donald Trump in Georgia. The next big venue for many of the 2024 candidates will be the first Republican presidential primary debate next week in Milwaukee, but just like the conference on Friday, the former president is not expected to attend. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more. Source
Hurricane Hilary to bring heavy wind and rain to Southern California
Southern California is under its first-ever tropical storm watch as Hurricane Hilary makes its way toward the area. Weather Channel meteorologist Jacqui Jeras has the latest on the hurricane’s path. Plus, Chris Heiser, emergency services director for the city of San Diego, joins CBS News to discuss how officials are preparing. Source
Maui boat captain rescues children from wildfires
A local boat captain in Lahaina is being hailed as a hero after she rescued two children from wildfires. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports on the captain’s story and gives an update on search and recovery efforts across Maui. Source
Man returns to college after “random acts of kindness” from CBS News viewers
Jaylan Gray had to leave college to take care of his younger brother after their mother died. Source
Maui community reacts to emergency chief’s resignation
The heavily-criticized head of the Maui Emergency Management Agency has resigned. Herman Andaya cited health reasons for stepping down a day after he rejected criticism for not activating warning sirens as the wildfire swept into Lahaina. CBS News national correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports. Source
How U.S., Japan and South Korea plan to build up alliance
President Biden hosted a historic trilateral summit at Camp David on Friday. He met with leaders of Japan and South Korea as the three agreed to strengthen their alliance. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports. Source
Bryan Kohberger’s attorneys question validity of knife sheath DNA
Prosecutors have said in court documents that a DNA sample taken from Bryan Kohberger was a near-match to the DNA on the sheath. Source
Tornadoes cause damage in Massachusetts, Rhode Island
Tornadoes touched down in several areas of Rhode Island and Massachusetts Friday, downing trees and power lines. There was no word of any injuries. Source
Study finds blue light glasses don’t offer more eye protection
A new study has found that wearing blue light blocking glasses while using a computer or smartphone screen does not necessarily offer more eye protection than glasses with regular lenses. Source