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CBS Evening News, June 3, 2022

Florida braces for possible tropical storm; Afghan musician reunites with family after fleeing Taliban

Family of Uvalde shooting victim wants gun manufacturers held responsible for advertising

The family of one of the victims of the mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas, is demanding information from gun manufacturer, Daniel Defense, on its marketing techniques. Mary Engle, executive vice president of policy for BBB National Programs, joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss this issue.

Upbeat jobs report sparks fears on Wall street about Fed rate hike

The U.S. added 390,000 jobs in May and unemployment remained flat at 3.6%, according to the latest jobs report from the Labor Department, but stocks closed the week in the red. CBS News' Elaine Quijano spoke with Lori Bettinger, president of BancAlliance and former director of the federal Troubled Asset Relief Program, about how this affects your paycheck.

Afghan musician reunites with family after fleeing Taliban

As a young trumpet player, Baset Azizi fled Afghanistan when the hard-liners sought to ban Western music and punish musicians. Years later, he had an emotional reunion with his family in Kansas City after they fled. Steve Hartman shares more in "On the Road."

Ukraine maintains resistance after 100 days of war

After 100 days of war in Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said "victory will be ours." Despite being outgunned and outmanned, Ukraine is still fighting back with a vengeance. Imtiaz Tyab reports.

Gun reform talks fall short of Biden's proposals

A bipartisan group of lawmakers say they are making progress on gun reform legislation in wake of recent mass shootings. But the measures being discussed fall short of President Biden's proposals. Scott MacFarlane takes a look.

Record-high gas prices affect summer travel

High gas prices are turning into a major speed bump as the summer travel season kicks into high gear. The national average for regular gas is nearing $5 per gallon. Kris Van Cleave has more on why gas prices are increasing.

Queen Elizabeth misses Jubilee service over "discomfort"

Queen Elizabeth II missed a service of thanksgiving at St. Paul's Cathedral in London after Buckingham Palace said she experienced "discomfort" during a military parade the day before. Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, were cheered when they arrived at the service. Holly Williams has more details.

Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro charged with contempt of Congress

Former Trump aide Peter Navarro has been indicted on contempt of Congress charges after defying a subpoena to appear before the January 6 committee. He was arrested as he was waiting to board a flight. Jeff Pegues has more details.

"CBS Evening News" headlines for Friday, June 3, 2022

Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."