Polls have closed across the U.K. and ballots are being counted, with official results expected early Friday. Source
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Manifesto-style document found in Jersey City shooters’ U-Haul
New Jersey’s attorney general said the killers had five guns, including an AR-15-style rifle and a shotgun. Source
DCCC launches digital ads to protect vulnerable incumbents
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is spending tens of thousands to try to counter millions in digital ad spending by GOP interests Source
Boeing cleared for Starliner test flight to space station
The unpiloted test flight will help clear the way for astronaut launches from U.S. soil in 2020. Source
MLB will test for opioids following death of Tyler Skaggs
The new policy also removes marijuana from the list of banned substances. Source
Michael Vick to serve as NFL Pro Bowl captain despite petition
In 2007, Vick served a year and a half in federal prison for his involvement in a dogfighting ring. Source
Pete Buttigieg meets Lizzo, says he’s “100% that nominee”
Presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg and artist Lizzo were in the “CBS This Morning” green room together, so co-host Gayle King asked Mayor Pete, “Have you had any DNA tests lately?” Source
In $25 million settlement, Weinstein would not pay anything out of pocket or admit wrongdoing
Disgraced movie producer Harvey Weinstein reportedly is close to a massive settlement with more than 30 women accusing him of sexual misconduct. The New York Times reports the tentative $25 million deal would end nearly every lawsuit from actresses and former employees. Their accusations range from rape to sexual harassment. Weinstein denies all allegations of non-consensual sex. New York Times investigative reporter and CBS News contributor Jodi Kantor, who broke the Weinstein story in 2017, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss her report on the settlement. Source
Parents of U.K. teen killed in car crash to file lawsuit in U.S. against American
The family of Harry Dunn, a British teen killed in a car crash in the U.K., is explaining why they’re ready to file a civil lawsuit in the United States against the American woman who caused the accident. The 19-year-old was struck and killed in August by a car driven by Anne Sacoolas, the wife of an American official. She left Britain in the middle of the investigation, claiming diplomatic immunity. Imtiaz Tyab reports. Source
FTC issues warning for internet-connected smart toys
A new government warning highlights the risks of internet-connected smart toys including speakers, robots and educational toys. The Federal Trade Commission says these devices can expose your children’s personal information. Wired editor-in-chief Nicholas Thompson joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss what to look for when buying tech gifts for kids. Source