The prolific character actor was most known for his work on “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” and the drama “Lou Grant.” Carter Evans reports. Source

Quarterback Alex Smith was fighting for his leg and his life in November 2018 after he suffered a gruesome on field injury. Following thousands of hours of rehab and help from the U.S. Military, he defied expectations to make a return to the NFL, in one of the greatest sports comebacks ever. Norah O’Donnell reports. Source

The storm made landfall at 12:55 p.m. as an “extremely dangerous” Category 4 storm with 145 mph winds at Port Fourchon, Louisiana. Source

Hurricane Ida made landfall in Louisiana on Sunday afternoon. The Category 4 storm brings dangerous wind and rain. Omar Villafranca has the latest. Source

CBS News’ Mireya Villarreal reports from Houma, Louisiana, where Hurricane Ida is carving a path of destruction. Source

The suicide bombing also left 18 U.S. service members and scores of Afghans wounded. Source

The strike was the second against the militant group since a deadly attack against U.S. forces last week. Source

The Dragon capsule is loaded with supplies and gear including three Girl Scout experiments. Source

Elizabeth Palmer spent years covering the American intervention in Afghanistan, and how the country flourished without the Taliban’s presence. She now reflects on how a more modern and progressive citizenry will resist the Taliban’s rule. Source

Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News” anchored by Jericka Duncan. Source