Only 26 percent of high school seniors are proficient in math while 38 percent are up to speed in reading. The findings come from a nationwide test given to high school seniors every four years. Ben Tracy reports. Source
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Dan Brown’s advice to writers: Write what you want to know
The author best known for “The Da Vinci Code” offers unconventional advice to writers. Source
Photos released in Chris Brown assault case
A look at Jon Hamm’s next big project and photo evidence surfaces in the assault case against Chris Brown. Suzanne Marques has those stories and more in this Eye on Entertainment. Source
Dan Brown on latest novel, controversy and career
Dan Brown is best known for “The Da Vinci Code.” His novels have sold more than 200 million copies worldwide. Brown joins the “CBS This Morning” co-hosts to discuss growing up with mathematics and religion, having his movies turned into films and his latest novel “Inferno.” Source
Lindsey Stirling on breaking free with new album
Violinist and “America’s Got Talent” alum Lindsey Stirling tells CBSNews.com’s Lauren Moraski about “Shatter Me” and what she thinks about Piers Morgan years after he embarrassed her on national TV. Source
James Franco, “Palo Alto” stars step out for premiere
James Franco, Gia Coppola and Emma Roberts were among the stars that attended the premiere for “Palo Alto.” KCAL-9’s Suzanne Marques reports. Source
“Neighbors” stars on classic frat comedies
Zac Efron, Seth Rogen, Dave Franco and Rose Byrne are starring in the new frat comedy, “Neighbors,” from director Nicholas Stoller. CBS News’ Ken Lombardi spoke to the stars about some of their all-time favorite frat-themed films. Source
Metropolitan Museum of Art costume gala: Inside fashion’s big night
The fashion industry’s biggest names – and first lady Michelle Obama – went all-out at a gala to mark the reopening of the costume wing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, now known as the Anna Wintour Costume Institute. Michelle Miller reports. Source
Proposed law would allow airlines to promote fares without fees
Congress may change the price you see when shop for airline tickets. Jeff Pegues reports on the Transparent Airfares Act of 2014 that some consumer advocates are calling a trap for travelers. Source
Legendary coach John Thompson’s impact on college basketball
John Thompson was the first Black coach to win the NCAA championship. As the big tournament gets underway, CBS News’ Dana Jacobson looks at the influence Georgetown’s legendary coach had well beyond the court. Source