Olympic runner Eliud Kipchoge of Kenya blew through one of the most challenging barriers in sports, completing a marathon in under two hours. He ran the Vienna, Austria course in one hour, 59 minutes and 40 seconds in an event specifically set up for the attempt. Since it wasn’t an open race, Kipchoge’s accomplishment isn’t an official world record. Source
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Simone Biles ties record for most world medals with 23rd victory
The latest medal for gymnast Simone Biles is extra special. Her victory Saturday in the Women’s Vault competition at the World Gymnastics Championships is her 23rd. That ties the record for the most world medals for any gymnast. The 22-year-old has two chances to break the record Sunday with balance beam and floor events. Source
Aviation regulators slam Boeing and FAA over approval of 737 Max planes
Aviation regulators are criticizing both Boeing and the FAA over the grounded 737 Max. The report condemns Boeing for withholding key information and the FAA for lacking expertise during the approval process. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source
Gunman captured after shooting 2 people at a New Hampshire church wedding
A suspected gunman was arrested Saturday night after opening fire inside a church in New Hampshire. It happened during a wedding ceremony in Pelham. Police say the man arrived and began shooting after the ceremony started. At least two people were shot. Guests tackled the suspect and held him until police arrived. Source
“CBS Weekend News” headlines for Saturday, October 12, 2019
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News with Meg Oliver” Source
California wildfire death toll rises to 3 as blaze continues burning
The death toll in Southern California has now risen to 3 following a string of wildfires. The air over much of the region is smoked-filled and tens of thousands of people have been displaced. Containment stands at 19%. Errol Barnett reports. Source
North Dakota slammed with more than 2 feet of snow, causing whiteouts
From fire to snow and ice, an autumn storm slammed the region from North Dakota to Wisconsin. The Dakotas are getting the worst of it, though. Some places are experiencing blizzard conditions with poor viability. Harvey, North Dakota, has gotten two-and-a-half feet of snow. Source
“Serial stowaway” arrested at Chicago airport for 2nd time
Hartman was taken into custody was charged with one felony count of criminal trespass Source
Hard Rock Hotel partially collapses in New Orleans
A large portion of a Hard Rock Hotel under construction in New Orleans collapsed Saturday morning, killing one person and injuring 19 others, authorities said. Source
Missing Florida dog reunited with owner 12 years later
When Dutchess the dog went missing in Florida, she was just a puppy. Now the long-lost Fox Terrier is 14-years-old and has been reunited with her owner, having been found all the way in Connecticut. KDKA reporter Brenda Waters reports. Source