Tony Bennett, whose appeal as a jazz and pop singer crossed generations, died Friday, July 21, 2023 at the age of 96. In this “CBS Sunday Morning” story that originally aired Sept. 21, 2014, correspondent Anthony Mason talked with Bennett and Lady Gaga (the flamboyant pop star six decades Bennett’s junior) about their first joint collection of standards, “Cheek to Cheek,” which went on to win the Grammy Award for best traditional pop vocal album. Source
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Lionel Messi kicks off first Major League Soccer game in Miami
After weeks of anticipation, superstar Lionel Messi officially became part of Major League Soccer, playing his first game in Miami on Friday. CBS News’ Cristian Benevides reports on the historic moment from Miami. Source
7/21: CBS News Weekender
Catherine Herridge reports on the Women’s World Cup, Lionel Messi’s Miami debut, and how J. Robert Oppenheimer impacted the future of mankind. Source
FBI conducted improper searches of U.S. officials in foreign surveillance database
FBI analysts conducted improper searches on a U.S. senator and two state officials using a foreign intelligence database, according to a declassified court opinion released Friday. Source
No relief from the heat for Southwestern U.S.
Phoenix, Arizona, saw its fifth consecutive day of temperatures above 115 degrees Friday. The triple-digit heat is making life difficult for firefighters and paramedics across the region. Carter Evans has the latest. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Friday, July 21, 2023
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News” with Margaret Brennan. Source
Deadly heatwave scorches South and Southwest
About a third of Americans are facing triple-digit temperatures as a deadly heat wave continues across the South and Southwest, with some places enduring record-breaking heat for weeks. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports from Palm Springs, California, where emergency responders are struggling to keep residents safe in the sweltering heat. Source
Dog that walks on hind legs after accident inspires audiences
Dexter, a bipedal Brittany spaniel, was badly injured in an accident as a puppy — but grew to adapt. Source
Dog that walks on hind legs after accident serves as inspiration
Dexter, a bipedal Brittany spaniel, was badly injured in an accident as a puppy — but grew to adapt. Steve Hartman has his story in “On the Road” Source
Legendary crooner Tony Bennett dies at 96
Tony Bennett, the iconic singer whose career stretched across multiple generations, and who saw a major resurgence in recent years, died Friday at the age of 96. Lee Cowan looks back at his life and legacy. Source