From the moment the first plane hit the North Tower of the World Trade Center, the FDNY would have about an hour and a half to save 17,000 lives. Scott Pelley reports on how the department answered the call. Source
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Tropical Storm Nicholas forms in Gulf of Mexico
While the most severe parts of the storm are not expected to hit Louisiana, Governor John Bel Edwards tweeted that all of southern Louisiana should “keep a close eye on Tropical Storm Nicholas.” Source
From 9/11 first responders to caring for their own, the story of two retired NYPD officers
Retired NYPD sergeants Bruno Valenti and Stephen Lengyel stood on the pile at ground zero. Now medical providers, they’re taking care of those who were alongside them. Source
Daniil Medvedev wins U.S. Open, denying Novak Djokovic the Grand Slam
Medvedev of Russia won in straight sets by a score of 6-4 6-4 6-4. This is his first major title. Source
Historic drought impacting Colorado River basin
Climate change is taking a dramatic toll on the Colorado River system that provides water to nearly 40 million people across seven states. Dr. Becky Bolinger, an assistant state climatologist for Colorado, joins CBSN’s Lana Zak to discuss. Source
Biden’s vaccine mandate deepens America’s political divide
Several Republican governors vow to fight President Biden’s new federal vaccine mandate in court. Lilia Luciano reports. Source
Dr. David Agus answers questions about new COVID mutation and vaccines
New data from CDC shows COVID vaccines to dramatically prevent death and serious hospitalization as the new Mu variant raises concerns. Dr. David Agus has more. Source
Britney Spears announces engagement to Sam Asghari
“I can’t f**king believe it 💍💍💍💍💍💍❣️!!!!!!” the pop star captioned her Instagram post, as fans shared their well wishes for the couple in the comments. Source
2021 MTV Video Music Awards: Complete list of winners and nominees
Justin Bieber leads the way with seven nominations, followed closely by Megan Thee Stallion, who picked up six nominations of her own. Source
Six Things That Stood Out for the Titans in Sunday’s Loss to the Cardinals
The Titans turned in a sloppy performance in the season opener against the Cardinals, losing 38-13 in a contest that really wasn’t very competitive. Senior Writer and Editor Jim Wyatt takes a look at six things that stood out from the contest. Source