At least 5 dead as Tropical Storm Debby hits Southeast; Simone Biles discusses her legacy as most decorated American gymnast ever. Source
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Major South Carolina flood prep as Debby rains fill rivers
Officials are warning South Carolina residents of potential river flooding after Tropical Storm Debby pounded the area with heavy rain. Thomas McNeal, the director of emergency management in Dorchester County, South Carolina, joins CBS News with more on the flooding risks. Source
EPA bans weedkiller, cites “serious risks” to unborn babies
The Environmental Protection Agency says the weedkiller known as DCPA poses a threat to unborn babies. Source
“CBS Mornings” reveals semifinalists for Mixtape Music competition
Talented musicians from across the country submitted covers of Johnny Nash’s “I Can See Clearly Now” for a chance to be featured in our “Mixtape Moments” series. Here are the 14 who made the cut. Source
Justin Baldoni talks “It Ends with Us” movie adaptation
Justin Baldoni, director and co-star of the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s “It Ends with Us,” joins “CBS Mornings” to talk about his role and working with Blake Lively. Source
4 home equity borrowing risks to know (and how to protect against them)
Home equity loans and HELOCs offer homeowners access to large sums of money but there are inherent risks to know, too. Source
Social media feeds are the newest battleground for political campaigns
In an attempt to attract young voters, Democrats have deployed an army of influencers, reflecting a different type of campaigning designed to win the battleground of social media. On the right, Turning Point USA has mobilized influencers for years, raising nearly $200 million since 2020. Now, Democratic organizations are flooding the creator community. Source
U.S. charges Pakistani man with alleged ties to Iran in plot to kill Trump, other officials
The Justice Department has charged a Pakistani man with alleged ties to Iran with orchestrating a plot to assassinate U.S. government officials, including former President Donald Trump. Iran has vowed to retaliate against Trump and other officials for ordering the 2020 killing of Qasem Soleimani. Source
Russian officials say they are fighting off a Ukrainian military incursion
Russian President Vladimir Putin described the incursion as a “large-scale provocation.” Source
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on why she thinks Tim Walz is the right VP pick
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss why she believes Gov. Tim Walz is a strong addition to the Democratic ticket alongside Vice President Kamala Harris. Source