Mayors across the country are asking Washington to take action on gun control. CBS News’ Adriana Diaz sat down with four mayors, from different political parties, whose cities have been shaken by gun violence: Dayton, Ohio Mayor Nan Whaley, Parkland, Florida Mayor Christine Hunschofsky, Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer, and Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser. They want to see bipartisan gun safety legislation following the mass shootings in Dayton and El Paso. Source
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Ghislaine Maxwell was apparently living at secluded mansion in New England beach town
CBS News has confirmed with a nearby property manager that British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell was recently living at a secluded mansion in the small New England beach town Manchester-by-the-Sea and going by the names “G” or “G Max.” Maxwell is accused of overseeing Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged sex trafficking ring and has kept a low profile since his death. Meg Oliver reports. Source
FDA wants to put graphic warnings on cigarette packs
In a move to amplify the health risks, images would show neck tumors, feet with amputated toes and diseased lungs Source
Boeing 737 Max planes still grounded as Labor Day travel approaches
Boeing 737 Max planes are still grounded as another popular travel holiday is approaching. CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg joins CBSN AM with a look at what to expect for Labor Day weekend. Source
U.K. tries to fight knife crime with “racist” chicken box campaign
Hundreds of thousands of boxes printed with the slogan “#knifefree” were sent to fried chicken restaurants around the country Source
“Storm Area 51” now becoming “Alien Stock” music festival
Before you ask who is performing, the answer is: who knows? Source
Guilty verdict in “Hollywood Ripper” trial in Los Angeles
Prosecutors charged Michael Gargiulo with murdering three women – including 22-year-old Ashley Ellerin, who was friendly with actor Ashton Kutcher Source
Previewing “David Makes Man” with Tarell Alvin McCraney and Akili McDowell
A new TV series called “David Makes Man” is about a 14-year-old prodigy handling the pressures of an elite education and the dangers of his Miami neighborhood. Creator and Executive Producer Tarell Alvin McCraney and actor Akili McDowell joined Gayle King in the Toyota Green Room to discuss the new show airing on the Oprah Winfrey Network. Source
Report finds sexual violence at Levi’s, Wrangler factories
The Worker Rights Consortium details sexual harassment and abuse at textile factories in Africa making popular brand-name clothing Source
J.C. Penney’s rebound strategy: Sell used clothing
Old-school retailer announces in-store partnership with popular online consignment website ThredUp. Will it work? Source