Presidential retreats have a long history in the U.S. The Kennedys had their Cape Cod compound in Massachusetts. Ronald Reagan rode horses and entertained Queen Elizabeth at his California ranch. And Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago was considered the winter White House. Now, in the Biden era, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, is the latest executive escape. Caitlin Huey-Burns has the details. Source
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John Maclean and his love for Montana’s great outdoors
John Maclean’s family was the topic of “A River Runs Through It,” the novella that became a hit film. Now, his own new book tells the backstory of the captivating drama. Jeff Glor takes a look at Maclean’s love for Montana’s great outdoors. Source
Saturday Sessions: Allison Russell performs “4th Day Prayer.”
Allison Russell was born in Montreal, she’s a founding member of three critically acclaimed groups, but now she’s found her voice as a solo artist —performing a special headline set this Sunday at the prestigious Newport Folk Festival. From her new album “Outside Child,” Allison Russell performs “4th Day Prayer.” Source
Life and legacy of activist and feminist leader Dorothy Pitman Hughes
Influential activist and feminist leader Dorothy Pitman Hughes was given some overdue recognition with the dedication of a plaque in her honor in her hometown of Lumpkin, Georgia. Hughes was a founding force in emerging social movements that are now well-established, including women’s rights. She has now retired from public life, but CBS News’ Michelle Miller sat down with those closest to Hughes. Source
Man survives 3 days in flooded garage after torrential rains hit China
The death toll rose to 58 after record rains hit the major city of Zhengzhou on Tuesday, state TV reported. Source
17 new Olympic-related COVID-19 cases reported, bringing total to 127
The news of the new infections came just hours after the opening ceremony. Source
State Department faces backlog of passport applications
The State Department is struggling with a backlog of passport applications, just as many Americans are making plans to travel abroad. The department says mail delays, a shutdown of their online booking system, and staffing shortages are part of the problem. Christina Ruffini has the latest. Source
Less than half of population in 16 states received at least one dose of COVID vaccine
The Biden administration is buying an additional 200 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines, ahead of the potential need for booster shots and a vaccine for children under the age of 12 later this year. The action comes as the highly contagious Delta variant is driving up coronavirus infections across the country. Michael George has the latest. Source
Eye Opener: Tokyo Olympic Games begin amid COVID-19 pandemic
The Tokyo Olympic Games are underway under the shadow of the coronavirus pandemic. Also, a growing list of cities are returning to mask mandates amid a COVID-19 surge. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source
U.S. delegation sent to Haiti departs shortly after arrival
The White House had announced Friday morning of a delegation led by Thomas-Greenfield that would be going to Haiti to “pay respects upon the death” of Moïse, who was shot dead in his home on July 7. Source