The U.S. reported over 1,500 coronavirus deaths in a single day for the first time since mid-May, making it the summer’s deadliest day for the virus. CBS News’ Danya Bacchus reports on the impact on back-to-school plans, and Columbia University virologist Dr. Angela Rasmussen joins CBSN to discuss how flu season may make things worse and factors to consider when making decisions on in-person learning. Source
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NAACP investment fund now enters third year
Marvin Owens of the NAACP and Ethan Powell of Impact Shares discuss an exchange traded fund that the civil rights organization created two years ago. The fund has returned almost 12% to investors since its inception. Source
Shane Todd’s brothers discuss Singapore inquest
Upon their return from Singapore, Chet, John and Dylan Todd talk with “48 Hours” correspondent Peter Van Sant about their impressions of the court proceedings into their brother’s death. Source
Shane Todd’s brothers react to news of his death
In an emotional interview with “48 Hours” correspondent Peter Van Sant, Chet, John and Dylan Todd recall the moment they learned their older brother, Shane, died in Singapore. Source
Journalist Ray Bonner captivated by Shane Todd’s story
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ray Bonner, a CBS News consultant, talks about why he was captivated by the Shane Todd case and why it fits his personal motto of “afflict the comfortable and comfort the afflicted.” More: https://www.raymondbonner.net Source
Rooney Rewind: Andy tackles the New York Times
Was Andy Rooney the original content curator? Watch him demonstrate an invention that combs through the Sunday paper. Source
NBA arena workers take on polling place duties for Election Day
Nick Darby, a State Farms Arena guest engagement manager, says he’s working remotely — and he’ll also be taking on the responsibilities of a polling place worker. Source
How to navigate the housing market during a pandemic
Across the country, the coronavirus has many Americans rethinking their financial decisions including where to buy a home or live. Residential specialist Carol Staab joins CBSN to discuss some of the changes coronavirus has brought on the housing market. Source
Trump is “a uniter of Democrats,” political expert says
The defection rate, or those who don’t vote along party lines, will be “much lower” than in 2016, political science professor Larry Sabato predicts. Source
Trump announces peace agreement between Israel and UAE
The president called the agreement “historic.” Source