Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
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How long will the U.S. heat wave last?
A dangerous heat wave is impacting millions of Americans. The heat has been blamed on at least two deaths. WCBS chief weathercaster Lonnie Quinn is tracking how long it’s expected to last. Source
Iran seized 2 British tankers in the Strait of Hormuz
Tensions have already been running high after the U.S. downed an Iranian drone. Then, Iran seized two British tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. David Martin reports. Source
Trump ramps up feud with Ilhan Omar
The fallout continues after President Trump targeted four Democrats, including Rep. Ilhan Omar, with racist tweets. Initially he said he was unhappy with chants of “send her back” at a campaign rally. Now he’s calling audience members patriots. Dean Reynolds reports. Source
Behind the protests in Puerto Rico, a tale of economic woe
Outrage over the governor’s leaked private remarks is heightening anger over widespread poverty and high unemployment Source
Why Trump’s pick to head Labor Dept scares worker advocates
As a lawyer, the son of the late Supreme Court judge fought against laws constraining big corporations Source
Vietnam veterans honor a fallen soldier 50 years later
Army Pfc. Leonard Nitzsche was killed in 1970. But members of his platoon felt they never got a chance to say goodbye Source
2 British oil tankers seized by Iran in Strait of Hormuz
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says it has seized British oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz; a second tanker was confirmed seized later on Friday Source
More than 3,000 prisoners released under First Step Act
The new law is designed to help inmates transition back into society Source
Thousands of prisoners released under criminal justice reform law
More than 3,000 people have been released from prison or halfway houses across the country under the First Step Act. It was signed by the president last year. Mola Lenghi reports. Source