Child safety seats are now required in cars across all 50 states. While the seats have saved thousands of lives, a hazard known for decades in many vehicles has exposed the young occupants of safety seats to danger. Kris Van Cleave reports on the new legislation introduced by two senators, aimed at forcing automakers to confront the issue. Source
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Trump defends monuments in fiery Mount Rushmore speech
President Trump kicked off the holiday weekend with an Independence Day celebration at Mount Rushmore Friday, after protesters were arrested earlier in the day after they blocked a road leading to the monument. Despite the advice of doctors and the White House coronavirus task force, Mr. Trump and the First Lady did not wear masks at the event. Nikole Killion reports on the president’s divisive remarks. Source
Washington Redskins to review team’s controversial name
After decades of criticism and resistance, the Washington Redskins football team said on Friday that they would be reviewing their name — considered by many to be racially insensitive. The move comes after dozens of investors reportedly threatened to terminate their relationships with the team, and FedEx sent an open letter to the organization calling for change. Jeff Glor reports on the team’s historic decision. Source
London reopens pubs, hair salons after coronavirus lockdown
England is lifting some of its coronavirus restrictions Saturday, as the global tally for confirmed cases exceeds 11 million. People who are eager to get their hair cut can return to salons and barber shops, while those in need of a pint can go back to their favorite pubs. Roxana Saberi is in London to explain how the lifting of restrictions, nicknamed “Super Saturday,” is playing out. Source
Doctor shares safety concerns amid surging U.S. coronavirus cases
Many Americans are looking for ways to stay safe this holiday weekend as coronavirus cases rise to record levels in some states. The total number of confirmed cases in the U.S. is nearly 3 million. Johns Hopkins University’s Dr. Amesh Adalja joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the latest numbers and what that means for the millions of Americans hoping to celebrate Independence Day. Source
Coronavirus cases surge in 40 states as U.S. braces for holiday weekend
Coronavirus is surging in 40 states across the U.S., with more than 2.5 million confirmed cases nationwide. The death toll is rising to more than 129,000. Cities and states, like California, have shut beaches ahead of the July 4 holiday weekend in an effort to control the rising COVID-19 infection rates. Michael George reports from Rockaway Beach in New York. Source
Eye Opener: Trump makes divisive speech at Mount Rushmore
President Trump attracted a large crowd for his Mount Rushmore speech, though he did not appear to wear a mask and social distancing measures were not in place. Also, top Trump campaign official and girlfriend of Donald Trump Jr. Kimberly Guilfoyle has tested positive for COVID-19. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source
8-year-old killed, 3 injured in shooting at Alabama mall
Police did not give a motive for the shooting near the food court inside the the Riverchase Galleria. Source
Donald Trump Jr.’s girlfriend tests positive for coronavirus
Kimberly Guilfoyle had traveled to South Dakota to see the president’s Fourth of July speech and celebration fireworks at Mount Rushmore. Source
20-year-old scuba diver killed in shark attack
The attack happened not far from where 23-year-old Queensland wildlife ranger Zachary Robba was fatally mauled by a great white shark in April. Source