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Clergy abuse survivors seek justice years after landmark report

Sunday marks the third anniversary of a landmark grand jury report that found Catholic Church leaders in Pennsylvania covered up rampant sexual abuse involving hundreds of priests and at least a thousand victims. But in the state, many are still waiting for their day in court. Nikki Battiste followed up with the survivors. Source

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Lyft driver left bloodied in violent attack

The FAA has reported more than 3,800 incidents of unruly airline passengers this year. Now, dashcam video is capturing a similar menace on the ground to rideshare drivers. Errol Barnett reports. Source

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Taliban topples major Afghan cities in swift advance

In Afghanistan, the final stages of America’s longest war are playing out amid chaos. The Taliban now controls nearly all major cities and are within 30 miles of Kabul. The first American troops arrived in the city to assist in the drawdown at the U.S. embassy. Roxana Saberi has the details. Source

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Extreme heat roasts U.S. as storm takes aim at Florida

The extreme heat that is baking much of the country may finally break this weekend. Meanwhile, Tropical Depression Fred has brought widespread flooding to the Dominican Republic, with its next stop being Florida. CBS New York chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn has the latest. Source

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From the 60 Minutes Archive: Rescue

From 2013, Lesley Stahl profiles John Riordan, an assistant bank manager who assisted in the escape of 105 Vietnamese colleagues and their families during the fall of Saigon. Source

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New York lawmakers ending impeachment probe of Governor Cuomo

The New York state legislature is ending its impeachment probe into Governor Andrew Cuomo, saying there does not appear to be legal ground for impeachment once he leaves office. Cuomo announced he’s resigning effective August 24 amid allegations of sexual harassment. CBSN’s Tanya Rivero has more. Source

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