The pilot of one plane was able to safely land the aircraft while the other deployed a parachute. Source

President Biden met with Senate and House leaders at the White House to discuss infrastructure. The two sides are still far apart on any compromise. Nancy Cordes has more. Source

Officials in California are hoping to benefit from President Biden’s multi-trillion dollar infrastructure plan. In 2008, voters approved a $10 billion bond measure for a high-speed rail project. The goal is to connect the San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles via rail. But costs for the project have ballooned, support has dwindled, and many are questioning if the full line will ever be completed. Debra Kahn, California bureau chief at Politico, joined CBSN’s Lana Zak to discuss. Source

The move comes days after a major ransomware attack caused gas shortages in at least seven states. Source

The CDC is recommending Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine to children as young as 12. As CBS News correspondent Janet Shamlian explains, some hospitals began administering shots to the younger age group prior to the recommendation. Dr. Stanley Perlman, a professor of microbiology and immunology at the University of Iowa and a pediatric infectious diseases physician, shares his analysis. Source

Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source

The Titans’ strength of schedule is the 13th most difficult in the NFL based upon their opponents’ combined 2020 winning percentage of .507 (138-134). Source

The Titans’ strength of schedule is the 13th most difficult in the NFL based upon their opponents’ combined 2020 winning percentage of .507 (138-134). Source

The NFL released the 2021 schedule on Wednesday, and it’s not too early to start making plans. This might be  the most exciting road schedules the Titans have had in a while, with trips to New York, Los Angeles, Seattle and Boston among the highlights. Source

The Titans have eight total games against seven total playoff teams from last season, including five consecutive games from Oct. 18 to Nov. 14. Source