SpaceX broke ground in the tiny town of Boca Chica in 2014. Since then, documents show, their presence has been a source of tension between the company and government agencies. Source
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott tests positive for COVID-19
Abbott is fully vaccinated and so far is experiencing no symptoms, his office said. Source
With school bus drivers MIA, parents offered $700 to drive kids
A lack of bus drivers is prompting schools to delay the first day of classes, while others plead for help. Source
How will the White House move forward on Afghanistan?
The State Department says U.S. forces have secured the airport in Kabul as efforts to evacuate Americans and Afghan allies continue. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini joins CBSN with the latest on the evolving situation in Afghanistan. Source
Naomi Osaka to donate tournament prize money to Haiti relief
“Really hurts to see all the devastation that’s going on in Haiti, and I feel like we really can’t catch a break,” said Osaka, whose father is from Haiti. Source
More than 1,400 dead in Haiti earthquake as severe weather looms
As rescue efforts continue, the nation could face heavy rains and major flooding as a result of Tropical Depression Grace. Source
Even some Trump hotels requiring masks as COVID spreads
The former president has shunned face coverings, but guests at several of his properties still need to wear them. Source
Storms and political unrest hamper Haiti’s earthquake relief effort
Humanitarian aid has been pouring into Haiti following the deadly earthquake, but political unrest, gang interference and a tropical storm are complicating relief efforts. The Pan American Development Foundation’s Haiti Country Director, Cédrelle Jean Louis, joined Laura Podesta on CBSN to discuss the challenges. Source
Efforts to help Afghan refugees ramp up
Thousands of Afghan nationals are searching for a way out of the country as the security situation on the ground quickly unravels. In the U.S., many organizations are ready to help welcome refugees. Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service president and CEO Kris O’Mara Vignarajah joins “CBSN AM” with more. Source
Pete Buttigieg and husband Chasten say they’ve become parents
The former Democratic presidential candidate said he and Chasten are “overjoyed” by the prospect of having a child. Source