The drought that has hit the western United States for years is getting worse. Last week the federal government declared what’s called an “exceptional drought” for much of the region. New York Times climate reporter Henry Fountain joins CBSN with more. Source
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Novak Djokovic comes from behind to win French Open
This is Djokovic’s 19th Grand Slam singles title. Source
Gottlieb says Delta variant likely to become dominant U.S. strain
“I think the risk is really to the fall that this could spike a new epidemic heading into the fall,” the former FDA commissioner said. Source
Anthony Salvanto
CBS News Director of Elections and Surveys Source
Israeli parliament approves new government, ending Netanyahu’s rule
Naftali Bennett, a former ally of Netanyahu turned bitter rival, has become prime minister. Source
A perfect wedding out of the ashes
Bride and groom Elizabeth and Jake Landuyt say their wedding on Mackinac Island, Mich., was like a fairy tale – until a building next to their wedding venue caught fire, forcing their guests to evacuate. What happened next could only be described as a true fairy tale ending. Steve Hartman reports. Source
Bidens meet Queen Elizabeth for tea at Windsor Castle
fter the tea, Mr. Biden said the queen was “very gracious” and she reminded him of his own mother. Source
6/13: Blinken, Collins, Slavitt, Gottlieb
This week on “Face the Nation,” America returns to the world stage with President Biden’s first trip overseas. Source
Interracial marriages now more common, but not without challenges
Fifty-four years after laws banning interracial marriage were declared unconstitutional, at least 19% of new marriages in the U.S. involve spouses from different ethnic or racial groups – but couples still face uncomfortable difficulties surrounding race. Source
Bidens watch military march with Queen Elizabeth
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden joined Queen Elizabeth II at Windsor Castle on Sunday, where they watched the Guard of Honor play the U.S. national anthem and conduct a military salute. Watch the ceremony. Source