Larry E. Swedroe's Blog, page 49

Texas state lawmakers battle over congressional redistricting

A special session of the Texas legislature is underway to address several issues, including the redrawing of the state's congressional map. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.

Aid group official on efforts to help Gaza as civilians face starvation

President Trump is calling for more accountability from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when it comes to delivering humanitarian aid to people in Gaza. Bob Kitchen, vice president of emergencies for the International Rescue Committee, joined CBS News to discuss.

7/28: CBS Evening News Plus

What's in Trump's trade deal with the EU?; Reporter's Notebook: Bad customer service bots

New York officials give update on deadly Midtown Manhattan shooting

An NYPD officer and 3 others were killed in Midtown Manhattan shooting on Monday. City officials took questions about the case.

Two children dead after sailboat and barge collision off Miami Beach, officials say

According to Coast Guard Sector Miami, the sailboat—with five children and an adult counselor on board—sank after being hit by the barge.

Couple killed in Arkansas state park while hiking with 2 daughters, officials say

A 43-year-old man and a 41-year-old woman were killed at Devil's Den State Park in Arkansas, the state police said.

Thai, Cambodian leaders meeting, seeking to resolve deadly border clashes

Thai and Cambodian leaders are meeting in Malaysia in an urgent effort to resolve deadly border clashes that entered a fifth day despite mounting international calls for peace.

7/27: Sunday Morning

Hosted by Tracy Smith. In our cover story, Ben Mankiewicz goes behind the curtain of a new immersive version of the 1939 classic “The Wizard of Oz.” Also: Erin Moriarty investigates the high error rate of urine drug tests that can have devastating consequences; David Pogue sits down with singer Michael Feinstein; Lee Cowan profiles actress Kristin Scott Thomas, who has directed her first film, “My Mother’s Wedding”; Jim Axelrod looks back on late-night TV legend Johnny Carson; and Faith Salie visits two exhibitions devoted to sculptor Louise Nevelson.

7/27: CBS Weekend News

Suspect in Michigan stabbing rampage to face terrorism charges; A rare look at Old Joliet Prison

7/27/2025: Death Flights; John Oliver

First, a look at what went into finding Argentina’s “death flight” plane. Then, a report on babies stolen during Argentina’s dictatorship. And, John Oliver: The 60 Minutes Interview.