A new anthology features poetry, lyrics and journals by the frontman of The Doors. Listen to audio of Jim Morrison reciting his work. Source
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Tokyo Olympics are coming to a close as host city and country deal with COVID surge
Olympic organizers on Friday announced 29 new COVID-19 infections that are linked to the Summer Games. Officials are concerned about the lasting impact the virus could have not only on Tokyo, but on all of Japan, once the Olympics are over this weekend. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas joins “CBSN AM” from Tokyo to discuss. Source
Schools at odds with parents, lawmakers over mask mandates
Schools are facing a challenge as they prepare to welcome students back this fall: whether or not to require students wear masks. Some governors are banning mask mandates altogether, and some parents are fighting schools that require students to mask up. Dan Goldberg, a health reporter for Politico who has covered this issue, spoke with Anne-Marie Green on CBSN AM about how schools around the country are responding. Source
This week on “Sunday Morning” (August 8)
A look at the features for this week’s broadcast of the #1 Sunday morning news program Source
Former Team USA gymnast calls Biles a role model for Tokyo Olympics decisions
Former Team USA gymnast Nastia Liukin said what Simone Biles did in Tokyo is more impressive than any of her past Olympic wins. Liukin spoke to CBS News about how it’s not accomplishments in the arena, but in the community, that make athletes role models. Source
Facebook bans researchers looking into its practices, sparking criticism
Facebook banned a group of New York University researchers from the platform who were looking into its practices. The social media site said they violated its terms of service, but critics argue the platform is trying to sideline the review. CBSN tech reporter Dan Patterson joined “CBSN AM” to discuss. Source
Cori Bush explains position on “defund the police” while paying for private security
“We need to defund the police and put that money into social safety nets because we’re trying to save lives,” the Congresswoman told CBS News. Source
ACLU arm publishes database tracking fatal encounters with CBP
The database by the ACLU of Texas identified fatalities going back to 2010. Source
What to do if your Child Tax Credit payment is wrong or missing
Some parents say their checks weren’t for the correct amount, while others are still waiting. Here are a few answers. Source
GOP congressman suing Pelosi over mask fines tests positive for COVID-19
Congressman Ralph Norman attributed his mild symptoms to his fully vaccinated status. Source