The Dixie Fire is just 21% contained after burning for two weeks. It’s one of 80 fires being battled in 11 Western states. Source
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All missing victims accounted for and identified in Florida condo collapse, officials say
The last remaining missing person in the Surfside, Florida, condo collapse has been accounted for and identified, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava announced Monday. A total of 98 victims have been identified and 242 people are accounted for. Read more here. Source
U.S. intensifies efforts to address “Havana Syndrome”
Worries mount that its cause is still poorly understood and not identified publicly, according to current and former U.S. officials. Source
Capitol assault committee prepares for first hearing
The House is forging ahead with its investigation into the January 6 insurrection despite widespread GOP opposition. Speaker Nancy Pelosi tapped Republican Congressman Adam Kinzinger to serve on the select committee alongside his colleague, Liz Cheney. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins CBSN to discuss what to expect. Source
COVID-19 surge in U.S. fueled by Delta variant and unvaccinated Americans
The U.S. is facing another surge of COVID-19 fueled by the Delta variant and unvaccinated Americans. More than 97% of people admitted to hospitals for the coronavirus weren’t vaccinated. Dr. Taison Bell, an assistant professor of infectious diseases, international health and pulmonary critical care at the University of Virginia, spoke to CBSN’s Tanya Rivero about rare breakthrough cases where vaccinated people contract the virus and what could be next for cities if more people aren’t vaccinated. Source
How much power should the Supreme Court hold?
A New York Times opinion piece says the court “needs to be cut down to size.” Jamelle Bouie, CBS News political contributor and New York Times opinion columnist, joined CBSN’s Tanya Rivero to discuss his piece. Source
Protests erupt across Europe against coronavirus mandates
Proof of vaccination is becoming law in countries across Europe, but some feel passports infringe on their privacy. Protests popped up across countries, including a violent march in Paris. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joins CBSN AM to talk more about the regulations and how most people feel about them. Source
Titans Add a Pair of Defensive Linemen in Kyle Peko, Anthony Rush
Also on Monday, the Titans waived defensive lineman Bruce Hector. Source
Jobless Florida residents sue to get their federal pandemic benefits back
Unemployed Floridians in Broward County join peers in Oklahoma, Texas and Indiana in fighting for extra $300 a week in aid. Source
Biden and Iraqi leader discuss “new phase” of U.S. mission
There are currently about 2,500 U.S. troops in Iraq supporting the Iraqis’ fight against ISIS. Source