Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
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Trump praises jobs numbers despite surge in coronavirus cases
Despite warnings that the economy could take another hit, President Trump wasted no time in hailing Thursday’s jobs report as evidence the pandemic is under control. Weijia Jiang reports. Source
U.S. adds nearly 5 million jobs in June
“The U.S. added 4.8 million jobs in June, a record-setting gain. The unemployment rate fell to 11.1%, according to the Labor Department. But that good news comes with a big catch. Adriana Diaz reports. ” Source
Alleged Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell arrested and charged with six counts
Ghislaine Maxwell, Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged accomplice, was arrested Thursday by the FBI in New Hampshire. Prosecutors allege Maxwell helped Epstein recruit young girls. Mola Lenghi reports. Source
States slow reopening measures as coronavirus cases spike
Florida is facing a record 10,000 new coronavirus cases, and infections are now up in 37 states ahead of the July 4 weekend. David Begnaud reports. Source
Texas governor issues mandatory mask policy in counties with 20 or more virus cases
Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Thursday issued an executive order requiring residents to wear face coverings in public in counties with 20 or more positive coronavirus cases. Janet Shamlian reports. Source
Biden blasts Trump over coronavirus response
Joe Biden is ramping up his attacks on President Trump over the administration’s response to the coronavirus pandemic. CBS news campaign reporter Bo Erickson joined CBSN to discuss the latest. Source
Justice Department looks into Elijah McClain’s death for possible civil rights case
The FBI and Department of Justice are looking further into the death of Elijah McClain to see if a federal civil rights investigation is warranted. Dillon Thomas of CBS Denver station KCNC-TV has been following the story and he joins CBSN with more. Source
At least 18 transgender people slain in 2020, advocacy group says
A Black transgender woman in Dallas and a Black transgender girl in Arkansas are the latest victims of fatal violence. Source
How to file for an extension on your taxes
Too busy to think about taxes until now? It’s easy to ask the government for more time. Even with July 15 deadline. Source