Archives: 2018

How one Texas bar is equipping staff with active shooter training

Security experts are urging business owners and local officials to do more to prepare for active shooter situations. In roughly the last two weeks, there have been four shootings at so-called “soft targets” around the country. Those places traditionally have little or no security in place. Omar Villafranca reports on how some businesses are preparing for potential violence. Categories: National,…

Eye Opener: Devastating wildfires sweep through California

An out-of-control wildfire destroys the entire town of Paradise, California, forcing 27,000 people to evacuate. Also, Thousand Oaks, California, mourns the 12 people killed in a bar while police search for the shooter’s motive. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Get the Eye Opener delivered straight to your inbox. Categories: National,…

Impact of acting attorney general on Russia investigation

The House Judiciary Committee’s incoming Democratic chairman claims President Trump appointed a new acting attorney general to “sabotage” the Russia investigation. Protesters rallied around the country Thursday, calling for protection of the special counsel’s probe after the sudden removal of Attorney General Jeff Sessions. Major Garrett reports. Categories: National, US & World News

Chilly Days; Freezing Nights Ahead. More Rain On The Way.

TODAY: Chilly and cloudy today, with numerous showers. Temperatures hover today in the low 50s. Rain will be most widespread in the morning, becoming more isolated in the afternoon and tapering off by the evening hours. The rain should be done before high school football kicks off this evening. Overnight, temperatures drop into the low 30s. Areas along and north of…

Businesses Work Hard Preparing For ‘Taste Of Tupelo ‘

TUPELO, MISS. ( WCBI) – More than 100 businesses and restaurants are under one roof tonight, offering samples of their dishes and information about their services. It takes a lot of work to prepare for one of the area’s largest business networking events. As guests are enjoying their lunches, slices of prime rib are being cut.  And bread pudding is prepared….

Weighing The Wasted

Not only does Mississippi contribute to national food waste, but the state also has food deserts where produce and fresh vegetables are not available.

California shooting caps 2 weeks of violence, mass shootings

The California bar shooting caps two weeks of violence in America, starting with a shooting at a Kroger supermarket in Louisville. It was followed by shootings in Pittsburgh, Tallahassee, and now Thousand Oaks. CBS News senior national correspondent Jim Axelrod has more. Categories: National, US & World News