At 21-years-old, it’s not just Jeremiah Paprocki’s young age that makes him stand out as the Chicago Cubs’ public address announcer. Paprocki is also making history as the team’s first ever Black public address announcer. Adriana Diaz has more. Source
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Paris’ landmark commerce building transformed into museum
The historic commerce building in Paris is reopening as an art museum. The redesign and restoration process was financed by French billionaire Francois Pinault. Elaine Cobbe has more. Source
First named storm of the season forms near Bermuda
The official start of the Atlantic hurricane season is still a week away, but the first storm, Ana, has already been named. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli has more on what to expect. Source
Gaza Strip still on edge despite cease-fire
Although Hamas claims the cease-fire as a victory, civilians in the Gaza Strip remain skeptical as they come to terms with lives lost and infrastructure ruined. The Palestinian death toll is over 240, including 66 children. Holly Williams has more. Source
Louisiana police release video of deadly arrest of Ronald Greene
Newly released video of the violent arrest of Ronald Greene in 2019 is sparking outrage in Louisiana. Greene is heard pleading with troopers who stunned him, dragged him and left him handcuffed. Michael George has more. Source
U.S. coronavirus infections steadily declining
The U.S. continues to make strides in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. More states are preparing to reopen as vaccinations increase and infections go down. Danya Bacchus has more. Source
President Biden retreats to Camp David after week of mediating Palestine-Israel conflict
President Biden spent the weekend at Camp David after mediating a cease-fire between Israel and Palestine. Mr. Biden was careful not to appear to take sides in the conflict. Debra Alfarone reports. Source
Latin America surpasses 1 million COVID-19 deaths
The region accounts for approximately 29% of global fatalities. Source
Humanitarian groups bring aid after days of fighting in Gaza
Trucks carrying humanitarian aid began rolling into Gaza Saturday as residents picked through the rubble, taking stock of the damage. Source
For some foodies, Brood X cicadas are a bottomless buffet
Chowing down on cicadas is not just delicious, some say, but also good for the environment. Source