NPR’s Peter Sagal and Bill Kurtis join Major to talk about their popular radio show, “Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me” and a bit of politics on this week’s episode of “The Takeout” with Major Garrett. Source
Advancing the world with sustainable development goals
A conversation on advancing the world with sustainable development goals from the 2019 Women Political Leaders Summit in Tokyo, Japan Source
Mandatory evacuation orders lifted in Tenaja Fire
At the fire’s height, about 1,200 homes were threatened, with 570 of those under mandatory evacuation orders Source
California dive boat owner says crew tried to save passengers
Officials say it appears the 34 people killed died of smoke inhalation Source
Hundreds stranded after Dorian hit North Carolina coast
A rescue is underway along the coast of North Carolina. Hundreds who refused to evacuate Ocracoke Island were stranded when Dorian slammed into the Outer Banks. Omar Villafranca reports. Source
“All of a sudden, it just started taking off”: Crews battle fast-moving Southern California wildfire
Hundreds of Southern California homes were threatened when heavy winds kicked up the 2,000-acre Tenaja Fire, where the hillsides haven’t burned in 20 years. Carter Evans reports. Source
450 illnesses linked to vaping nationwide
The CDC is urging people to consider not using e-cigarette products as it investigates why some users have developed serious illnesses. Officials have identified 450 possible cases nationwide. Dr. Jon LaPook reports. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Friday, September 6, 2019
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
Suit alleges Intuit duped low-income taxpayers to pay for free help
The TurboTax maker says it’s “clear and fair” with customers, but a lawsuit alleges a bait-and-switch scheme Source
Stephen Jones says Cowboys hope to finish Dak Prescott’s new contract prior to Week 1 game vs. Giants
The team’s vice president confirmed Friday that the two sides are in ongoing negotiations Source