Two families descended from legendary seamstress Betsy Ross reunited for the first time at the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia, where they reconnected their ancestors’ history. Jericka Duncan reports. Source
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Looking back on the war in Afghanistan
The U.S. military is completing its withdrawal from Afghanistan after 20 years. CBS News’ David Martin looks back on the two decades of conflict. Source
Pope Francis undergoes colon surgery
Pope Francis underwent planned intestinal surgery on Sunday. Chris Livesay reports. Source
Bidens host Independence Day celebration for frontline workers and military members
President Biden and first lady Biden are hosting a party for the frontline workers and military members at the White House on Sunday. But COVID-19 vaccine rates lag, and Mr. Biden failed to hit his goal of having 70% of the country vaccinated by July 4. Christina Ruffini reports. Source
A look at the history of Nathan’s Famous hot dogs
German immigrants brought frankfurters to America in the 1800s. Nathan’s Famous hot dogs in Coney Island helped elevate the food to an American classic. Michael George reports. Source
Biden speaks at July 4 celebration at White House
President Biden celebrated July 4 at the White House with a barbecue on the South Lawn with members of the military and first responders. He continued his push toward getting more people vaccinated, telling Americans that it is “the most patriotic thing you can do.” Watch his speech. Source
“Sunday Morning” Full Episode 7/4
Hosted by Jane Pauley. In our cover story, Kelefa Sanneh dishes up a slice of Americana – pies! Plus: Tracy Smith sits down with filmmaker (and now novelist) Quentin Tarantino; Nancy Giles visits a Brooklyn restaurant training refugees for food service industry jobs; Mo Rocca examines the partisan divide over statehood for Washington, D.C.; David Martin and Charlie D’Agata report on the withdrawal of U.S. forces from Afghanistan; and Faith Salie explores the intelligence of ants. Source
“CBS Weekend News” headlines for Sunday July 4, 2021
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News with Jericka Duncan.” Source
Tropical Storm Elsa approaches Cuba and eyes Florida
The National Hurricane Center said the storm is expected to weaken as it moves across Cuba on Monday. Source
Nissan Stadium Set To Host 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifier, September 5
For the USMNT’s first home match of the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifying campaign, the U.S. Soccer Federation has selected Nashville as the host of USA-Canada. Source