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Which of these stories would you like to hear more about in The 411? - Oct 28, 2009
CBS poll: 97% of Americans want a ban on texting-while-driving.
( 15% )
Just how much do these guys deserve? House looks at exec pay.
( 35% )
2 new reports are out, on new homes & and on foreclosures.
( 40% )
Hearing looks at football's toll on players, starting w/ Alzheimer's.
( 10% )

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Posted: Wednesday, 28 October 2009 7:43AM

The 411 Stories of the Day - Wednesday, October 28, 2009

TEXTING/DRIVING POLL...
(CBS) - An overwhelming majority of Americans believe that texting while driving should be illegal, a new CBS News/New York Times survey finds, with 97 percent saying the practice should be outlawed. A mere one percent says that the practice should be legal.

EXEC PAY...
(CBS) - The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee holds a hearing on how much executive compensation is enough.

NEW HOMES & FORECLOSURES...
(CBS) - The Commerce Department releases September sales figures for newly built homes today. Meanwhile, RealtryTrac's latest survey says cities in California, Florida and Nevada account for the 10 highest metro area foreclosure rates.

FOOTBALL & HEAD INJURIES...
(CBS) - The House Judiciary Committee holds a hearing today on the lasting impact of head injuries suffered by NFL players. A preliminary study done for the league suggests retired pro football players may have higher rates of Alzheimers disease and other memory problems.