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“Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing.”

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Over 80% of professional boxers have suffered brain damage.

TONIGHT ON THE CBS EVENING NEWS

Here's an early look at what the Evening News is working on from Anchor and Managing Editor, Katie Couric

Hi everyone,

Your economic stimulus check could be in the mail - if you qualify, of course. But will the rebates work the way the government intended? Several factors point to no - including the high cost of gas and Americans' soaring debt. Anthony Mason opens our broadcast tonight with a rebate Reality Check.

Next: Race and Politics. Barack Obama's controversial former pastor, Rev. Jeremiah Wright, made an appearance before the National Press Club last night. He said criticism of his sermons attacks the black church - which has a tradition that's misunderstood. Dean Reynolds examines whether Wright's comments could leave a scar on Senator Obama's campaign.

A story you'll only find on The CBS Evening News: Richard Butler, the journalist held in captivity in Iraq for two months while working for 60 Minutes, tells about his ordeal for the first time. It's a story of bravery in the face of terror that you won't want to miss.

Also tonight, we show you a side of the country that's not often seen: a close-up look at living in extreme poverty. For the first installment of our new series, "The Other America," Seth Doane meets a family who went from living the American dream … to losing their business … to collecting cans on the street.

I hope you'll join us for these stories and more, Katie

For more on two of the stories noted above, please click on the following links:

Rev. Wright Fights Back
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Here's a look at one of the stories we are working on for Tuesday's broadcast Imagine...you just retired...and you're ready for a break. But you're drowning in credit card debt. It's a sad reality for so many older Americans these days. You'll be surprised to hear....who's helping. Our special series, Life and Debt in America, begins Tuesday night only on The CBS Evening News.

If you would like more information on this story or the broadcast, please click on the following address and e-mail us: evening@cbsnews.com

TONIGHT ON DAVID LETTERMAN

Join Dave tonight for fun and laughs with Actress Gwyneth Paltrow, Comedian Richard Lewis and Musical Guests, The Roots with Chrisette Michele!

TUESDAY MORNING ON THE EARLY SHOW

Harry Smith and Russ Mitchell will anchor THE EARLY SHOW from New York. Maggie Rodriguez will anchor from Greensburg, KS. Dave Price will bring us the weather from Greensburg, KS. Julie Chen is on assignment.

Along with the top news of the day, we will also have the following stories:

FOOD BANK - Many Americans are feeling the squeeze as the cost of food continues to rise... Staples like rice, wheat, and corn have all hit record highs and according to the U-S department of agriculture, eggs and milk cost more than ever. CBS News correspondent Priya David will be reporting on how this is impacting the middle class.

GRAND THEFT AUTO - Tuesday morning, gaming fanatics will be flocking to stores everywhere, to get their hands on the latest edition of Grand Theft Auto. The fourth installment is expected to be as popular as the series is controversial. CBS News Science and technology correspondent Daniel Sieberg will be reporting.

HOW LONG TO BUILD A GREEN HOME - For our continuing series, “Tragedy to Triumph - Greensburg Rising,” we will find out long it takes to build a complete eco-friendly home. We will be in the home of Ferrel Alison, which has been called the greenest house in Greensburg. Of course by green, we mean energy and environmentally efficient -- and it's a virtue that's been playing out all through this town. Joining us will be former host of the new p***t green program.

GREENSBURG TORNADOS - As we get closer to the anniversary of the Greensburg tornado wipeout of 2007…we will examine the anatomy of a tornado: how they start, where they strike, and how you can prepare for one. We will take a look at the tornado that obliterated Greensburg, KS in May 2007, and help rebuild what is left of the town.

If you would like more information on any of these stories or the broadcast, please click on the following address and e-mail us: earlyshow@cbs.com

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