House lawmakers have voted to do away with the deadline on the proposed Equal Rights Amendment, legislation that would ensure the rights of all people under the Constitution, regardless of sex. Alisha Haridasani Gupta, New York Times gender reporter and writer of the “In Her Words” newsletter, joins CBSN’s Elaine Quijano to explain why it’s taken nearly a century to clear the way for what could become the 28th Amendment. Source
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Bats infest Texas apartment complex
For generations, millions of Mexican free-tailed bats have found a home just north of San Antonio, Texas, in the Bracken Cave. But this year, one colony of the bats decided to make a home inside an apartment complex. Source
Airport security boost: New TSA safety measures go into effect
Airports around the country are implementing the TSA’s new safety recommendations after a shooting at Los Angeles International Airport last year. Jeff Pegues explains what the change means for millions of flyers. Source
Arnold Schwarzenegger on “WWE Raw,” “Sabotage”
“Expendables 3” star Arnold Schwarzenegger was on the New York red carpet for a special screening of his new action thriller, “Sabotage.” The actor and former governor of California spoke to CBS News’ Ken Lombardi about his latest role and his recent appearance alongside Hulk Hogan on “WWE Raw.” Source
Study finds new evidence autism begins during pregnancy
Some high-tech assistance for giving up alcohol, and new clues about the development of autism – Alexis Christoforous reports on the day’s medical headlines. Source
Russell Crowe, “Noah” stars attend N.Y. premiere
Russell Crowe and cast of “Noah” hit the red carpet, the stars of “The Big Bang Theory” are honored and Oprah makes a big announcement. Suzanne Marques reports. Source
1 in 25 hospital patients gets infection
On any given day, one in 25 hospital patients is battling an infection, says the CDC. It adds up to more than 720,000 a year. Government health officials say despite recent progress, more needs to be done to keep the number of infections down. Alexis Christoforous reports. Source
“The Young and the Restless” celebrates 41 years on the air
The cast of “The Young and the Restless” took a break from shooting to celebrate the soap opera’s 41st anniversary. The CBS show has been daytime’s top-rated soap since December 1988 and was recently renewed through 2017. Suzanne Marques reports. Source
Major measles outbreak in Orange County, Calif.
In California, the Orange County Health Department held an emergency meeting to discuss ways to handle a major outbreak of measles. KCAL 9’s Stacey Butler reports on the surprising resurgence of the disease and what’s being done to stop it. Source
Antibiotics alone may not cure urinary tract infections
Daily health headlines: Antibiotics help treat UTIs but a new drug may get rid of hard-to-reach bacteria causing infection, teen boys who play sports more likely to abuse girlfriends, plus more top stories. Source