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Florida passes restrictions on LGBTQ topics in schools

Florida passed a bill limiting classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity in kindergarten through third grade. Critics, who call it the "Don't Say Gay" bill, argue it could lead to bullying and discrimination. Manuel Bojorquez takes a look.

"CBS Evening News" headlines for Tuesday, March 8, 2022

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

After past failures, some safe corridors to let Ukrainians flee cities may be opening

Prior attempts collapsed due to Russian shelling and, in some cases, routes that led to Russia and its ally Belarus. But Moscow is reported to have said it's opened corridors from five cities.

Ukrainian president urges NATO to implement a no-fly zone

Ukraine's president is urging NATO to implement a no-fly zone, but NATO leaders fear that move would expand the war. Former U.S. Admiral James Foggo joins CBS News' "Red and Blue" for more information.

Western U.S. set for storms while East sees warmer temperatures

Southern California will see some much-needed rain as a storm system from the Pacific Northwest will bring rain and snow across the West. But Iowa could see some severe weather as the system moves through. CBS News Philly meteorologist Tammie Souza joins "CBS News Mornings" with the forecast across the country.

Ukrainian photographer documents Russian invasion of her country

Ukrainian photographer Julia Kochetova joins "CBS News Mornings" with a look at the war in Ukraine through her camera lens.

MoneyWatch: How companies are investing in diversity

Financial companies worked to address diversity among asset managers in the wake of worldwide protests about racial justice. Morgan Stanley Senior Client Advisor Carla Harris joins Anne-Marie Green on "CBS News Mornings" to talk about the company's findings in its poll of asset owners at private pension funds.

Russia announces temporary cease-fire

Russia's U.N. ambassador said Russia will carry out a temporary cease-fire Tuesday morning to allow for civilians to evacuate major Ukrainian cities. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joined CBS News' Jericka Duncan to discuss the latest out of Ukraine.

Pilot program pays some new moms $1,000 per month

A pilot program is creating a financial bridge for some low-income pregnant women in New York City. The Bridge Project aims to keep mothers and their babies out of poverty. Jericka Duncan has more.

3/7: Red and Blue

Congress trying to pass aid package for Ukraine; Pence says there's no room for Putin support in GOP