VP Kamala Harris and Gov. Tim Walz gave their first joint interview on Monday, answering questions ranging from Israel to the economy. Also, the TSA prepares for record breaking crowds at airports across the country this Labor Day weekend. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Source
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Ojibwe-language dub of “Star Wars” to get first screening Friday
A brand new Ojibwe language dub of the epic space opera “Star Wars: A New Hope” is getting its first showtimes this weekend. Source
Inflation remains cool, clearing way for Fed interest rate cut
The Fed’s preferred inflation gauge rose moderately in July, keeping the Fed on track to lower borrowing costs. Source
Typhoon Shanshan hits Japan, at least 4 dead
The typhoon that blasted southern Japan Thursday is now dumping massive amounts of rain on Tokyo. The storm is blamed for at least four deaths with two other people missing and dozens more hurt. TBS TV reporter Hiroshi Sukagawa joined CBS News with a report. Source
Trump says he would make IVF treatments free for families if he’s elected
Former President Donald Trump campaigned Thursday in Michigan and Wisconsin where he focused on women’s reproductive care. Speaking to the crowd in Michigan, Trump said if he’s elected, “your government will pay for, or your insurance company will be mandated to pay for, all costs associated with IVF treatment, fertilization for women.” CBS News campaign reporter Katrina Kaufman has more. Source
Weather changes leave Greek town’s waterways carpeted in dead fish
Officials in Volos, Greece, say the “strong stench along the seafront” from millions of dead fish is killing business. Source
Hockey player Johnny Gaudreau, brother killed in NJ crash, police say
Two bicyclists were struck and killed by a car in Oldmans Township, Salem County, Thursday night, New Jersey State police said. Source
Inmate who escaped Kansas prison in dog crate dies at age 45
The escape story was featured on “Dateline” and is the inspiration behind the Lifetime movie, “Jailbreak Lovers.” Source
Japan tosses plan to woo women with cash
A widely ridiculed Japanese government idea to woo Tokyo women into marrying men in rural areas by offering cash payouts and train tickets to matchmaking events has been scrapped, officials say. Source
Hiker found dead in Grand Canyon near rugged, remote Colorado River trail
A solo backpacker has been found dead near a rugged and remote trail along the Colorado River in Grand Canyon National Park, authorities in Arizona say. Source