It’s the first gold in the sport for Team USA since 2012. Source
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Congresswoman Cori Bush explains position on “defund the police”
In an interview Wednesday on CBSN, Congresswoman Cori Bush explained her position on reforming funding for police departments while also paying for private security. Source
Titans Activate OLB Bud Dupree Off Physically Unable to Perform List
Also on Friday, the Titans activated defensive back Chris Jones from the team’s COVID-19 list while waiving offensive lineman Patrick Morris from the roster. Source
New documentary “Bring Your Own Brigade” highlights causes of wildfires and possible solutions
Documentarian Lucy Walker discusses her new film about the causes of the global wildfire crisis and what we can do to prevent more devastation. Source
New COVID-19 cases outpace vaccination rates, raising risk of more dangerous variants
The Delta variant continues to fuel a surge of COVID-19 cases. Dr. Michael Osterholm joins “CBS This Morning” to explain how the spike could affect plans for booster vaccines. Source
Young equestrian says she was “cornered” into a sexual relationship with much older trainer
There are new details into charges against a celebrated member of the 2012 Olympic equestrian team. In June, Rich Fellers was arrested for sex abuse against a teenager—a young athlete who he was training. He’s pleaded not guilty to four counts of sex abuse in the second degree. Nikki Battiste reports. Source
Spirit Airlines’ CEO speaks out as the carrier enters sixth day of travel chaos
Spirit Airlines’ woes enter its sixth day as the airline cancels more flights Friday stranding passengers at airports. CEO Ted Christie spoke to CBS News about the trouble and why he is apologizing to customers. Source
Justice Department opens investigation into Phoenix policing practices over use of force allegations
The Justice Department launched a widespread probe into the Phoenix Police Department, looking into whether officers have been using excessive force and violating the rights of people experiencing homelessness. Jeff Pegues has the latest. Source
Wildfires destroy over 100 homes in California as an entire town is leveled
Officials say the Dixie Fire in California has destroyed well over 100 homes. In just over three weeks, the fire has burned an area the size of nearly 300 football fields. Jonathan Vigliotti has the details. Source
Arrest in hit-and-run death of “Gone Girl” actress Lisa Banes
Police say 26-year-old man was arrested. Banes was crossing a Manhattan avenue in June when she was by a red light-running motor scooter, authorities said. Source