Saturday marks the 25th anniversary of the TWA flight 800 crash, one of the deadliest aircraft disasters in American history. Family members of victims and aviation experts reflect on the tragedy and lessons learned. Errol Barnett has more. Source
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“CBS Weekend News” headlines for Saturday, July 1 7, 2021
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News,” anchored by Errol Barnett. Source
Congresswoman Nikema Williams vows to carry on legacy of predecessor John Lewis
This Saturday marks the one-year anniversary of the death of former congressman and civil rights icon John Lewis. But his successor, Congresswoman Nikema Williams, is determined to carry on Lewis’ legacy by continuing to get into “good trouble.” Nikole Killion has more. Source
One dead, six wounded in Portland shooting
Police said at least seven people had been hit by gunfire, but added that it was possible that more shooting victims and potential witnesses may have left the scene without speaking to law enforcement. Source
Brazen kidnapping attempt thwarted by mother’s quick reaction
A mother thwarted a brazen attempt to kidnap her 5-year-old son in Queens, New York when she pulled her son out of the kidnappers’ vehicle. The suspect, who has no connection to the boy or his family, was arrested and remains in custody. Michael George reports. Source
One dead and six injured in Portland shooting
Police said they have no suspects after an early morning shooting in downtown Portland Saturday left one woman dead and six people injured. The shooting comes during a year that is on pace to be America’s deadliest for gun violence in the last two decades. Source
Rescue workers continue search for survivors after disastrous European flooding
Rescue workers in Western Europe are desperately searching for survivors after floods tore through homes and demolished businessses. More than 170 people have died, and hundreds are still missing. Imtiaz Tyab has more. Source
Cuba government rallies backers following big protests
Cuban officials have rallied tens of thousands of supporters in the streets nearly a week after they were stunned by the most widespread protests in decades. Source
LA Sheriff’s Department won’t enforce county mask mandate
Sheriff Alex Villanueva said his department will ask the community for “voluntary compliance.” Source
European Union proposes plan to tackle climate change
The European Union announced new proposals to tackle climate change over the next few decades. The “Fit for 55” plan aims to reduce carbon emissions throughout the EU by 55% by 2030. If achieved, this would make Europe the “world’s first carbon-neutral continent” by 2050. New York Times international climate reporter Somini Sengupta joined CBSN’s Lana Zak to discuss. Source