A series of safety lapses involving anthrax and other potentially deadly pathogens was the subject of a House Oversight and Investigations subcommittee hearing Wednesday. Under criticism from both parties, CDC Director Dr. Thomas Frieden promised a major safety overhaul. Source
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Author Daniel Silva sparks intrigue in art theft novel
Daniel Silva joins the “CBS This Morning” co-hosts to talk about his new novel, “The Heist,” in which character Gabriel Allon travels inside the secret world of stolen art. Source
Alleged stalker pleads not guilty after breaking into Sandra Bullock’s home
Last month, the Oscar winner left her bedroom only to find a stranger standing in the hallway. Joshua Corbett faces 19 felony charges in addition to stalking and burglary. Kevin Frasier reports. Source
New protein found in brains of Alzheimer’s patients
Researchers in Minnesota have identified a new protein in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients that is linked to memory problems. Plus, American children are getting the message when it comes to fruit and vegetables. David Begnaud reports on the day’s top health stories. Source
Director Randall Miller, wife face charges for on-set death
Randall Miller and his wife are free on bond, but still face charges following a fatal train crash on the set of their Gregg Allman biopic that killed a crew member. Also, the Tupac Shakur musical “Holler if Ya Hear Me” will close after less than two months on Broadway. Suzanne Marques has today’s Eye on Entertainment. Source
Several killed in shooting at grocery store in Boulder, Colorado
One of the people killed was a police officer, and a person of interest is in custody. Source
Israel prepares for assault on Northern Gaza
After a proposed ceasefire falls through, Israel and Hamas resume firing at each other, and now Israel is warning thousands of civilians to leave their homes ahead of an aerial assault. Holly Williams reports from Gaza City. Source
Deadly storm pounds the Philippines
Typhoon Rammasun, Thai term for “god of thunder,” effectively shut down the capital, Manila, and hundreds of thousands were evacuated from six provinces. Seth Doane reports from Beijing. Source
Why does it feel like fall in July? Michio Kaku explains in the Toyota Green Room
In this week’s edition of “Sounds of the Toyota Green Room,” CBS News contributor Michio Kaku explains the science behind the record low July temperatures sweeping the Midwest. Gayle King talks with U.S. Soccer captain Clint Dempsey about the impact the World Cup has had on America. Source
CBS News Special Report: Officer among multiple people killed in Colorado supermarket shooting
Police said “multiple people,” including a Boulder police officer, were killed and a person of interest is in custody after reports of an active shooter situation Monday at a King Soopers grocery store in Boulder, Colorado. CBS News’ Major Garrett anchors this CBS News Special Report. Read more here. Source