The move by Democrats in the state House of Representatives denied Republicans a quorum. Governor Greg Abbott said he’ll call a special session to restart the process. Source
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Eye Opener: Millions travel for Memorial Day weekend
Millions of people have traveled for Memorial Day weekend with crowds flooding airports, roads and beaches. Also, Texas Democrats walked out of the state House to block passage of a restrictive voting bill. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source
Texas Dems’ walkout keeps sweeping voting restrictions bill from passing
The move by Democrats in the state House of Representatives denied Republicans a quorum. Governor Greg Abbott said he’ll call a special session to restart the process. Source
Gottlieb says “side of the ledger” backing lab leak theory has grown
The former head of the Food and Drug Administration said the theory that the coronavirus came from a wet market in China has been “fully disproven.” Source
Arrest stops planned mass shooting at a Walmart, authorities say
Search of Texas man’s home found firearms, ammunition and plenty of white supremacist paraphernalia, sheriff says Source
“Sunday Morning” Full Episode 5/30
Hosted by Jane Pauley. In our Cover Story, Lee Cowan reports on the debate among North Dakotans about the true Geographical Center of North America. Plus: David Martin profiles Marine Cpl. Hershel “Woody” Williams, the last surviving Medal of Honor recipient from World War II; Mo Rocca experiences the allure of virtual reality vacations; Faith Salie investigates the possibilities of time travel; Martha Teichner unfolds the history of maps; Rita Braver sits down with former Senators Bob and Elizabeth Dole; Tracy Smith interviews comedian and impressionist Rich Little; and Serena Altschul checks out the bargains to be had at yard sales. Source
In ugly incident, fan tosses water bottle at Nets’ Kyrie Irving
The incident was the fourth in the brief NBA post-season. The Brooklyn star blames “underlying racism.” Source
In major shift, China raises per-couple children limit to 3 from 2
The move is a major bid to reverse China’s falling birth rate and aging population, both of which are raising concerns about the country’s economic future. Source
Texas Dems’ walkout keeps sweeping voting curbs bill from passing
The move by Democrats in the state House of Representatives denied Republicans a quorum. Governor Greg Abbott said he’ll call a special session to restart the process. Source
5/30/2021: Attack on the Judiciary, 90+, Notes of Grace
Judges say it’s time for more security in the face of mounting violence; Checking in on the groundbreaking 90+ Study on aging; Igor Levit talks to 60 Minutes. Source