Larry E. Swedroe's Blog, page 1189

What to expect during the House Jan. 6 committee's public hearings

Public hearings for the House select committee investigating the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol begin Thursday, June 9. Witnesses are expected to shed light on what happened the day of the riot, and investigators say they have new evidence about the planning. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss.

California man faces federal charges for attempted murder of Justice Brett Kavanaugh

A California man is facing federal charges for the attempted murder of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Police say he was arrested near Kavanaugh's home armed with a gun and knife. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joined CBS News' Lana Zak to discuss the latest on the case.

Uvalde survivor, victim's parents deliver emotional testimony at House hearing

Miah Cerrillo, a 4th grader at Robb Elementary School, recalled smearing herself in a classmate's blood to appear as if she were dead.

Armed man arrested near Justice Kavanaugh's house

Police arrested a California man they say was armed with a gun and a knife near Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh's house. The suspect being charged with attempting to murder the Supreme Court justice. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins "Red and Blue" with the latest on the case.

CBS Evening News, June 8, 2022

Uvalde shooting survivor testifies before Congress; Mother, daughter keep Massachusetts community informed with bilingual radio show

House committee hears emotional testimony in gun violence hearing

Doctors, families of victims, and survivors of mass shootings testified before the House Oversight Committee during a hearing on gun violence. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports on the emotional testimony, and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins "Red and Blue" to discuss the latest on possible gun legislation on Capitol Hill.

Hackers steal $360,000 in NFTs, raising ongoing security concerns

The company behind the popular Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT series says hackers stole about $360,000 worth of NFTs. CBS News technology reporter Dan Patterson explains how the recent string of hacking incidents could impact the perceived value of NFTs.

Some gunmakers marketing firearms for children

The weapon of choice in the Uvalde and Buffalo mass shootings was an AR-15-style rifle. Catherine Herridge takes a look at how gunmakers are marketing these weapons for young people.

Walmart heirs agree to buy NFL's Denver Broncos in record-shattering deal

The price tag appears to be at least $4.5 billion, by far the highest ever for any sports franchise in the world. The group that won the bidding is led by Rob Walton, the oldest son of Walmart's founder.

Hospital studying long-term impacts of COVID in kids

Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C., is conducting a three-year study to learn more about the long-term effects of COVID in kids. Young patients said they had a hard time doing everyday activities after testing positive. Jericka Duncan has more.