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UCLA gymnast's floor routine goes viral
UCLA Gymnastics scored a major victory with a season-opening win against Arizona State that included a floor routine from Nia Dennis that went viral.
Major winter storms threaten millions
Major winter storms could hit the West, Midwest and East Coast. CBS New York weathercaster Lonnie Quinn has the forecast.
School reopenings hampered by patchwork of COVID rules
There's tension over whether to send kids back to in-person learning. Some say their kids are struggling at home, but a patchwork of safety guidelines are making teachers reluctant to return to the classroom. Janet Shamlian reports.
Biden reverses Trump's transgender military ban
President Biden reversed the ban on transgender troops, which was imposed in 2017 by former President Trump. Before the ban, an estimated 15,500 transgender people served in the military. Nancy Cordes has more.
Senate to receive impeachment article against Trump
House managers are presenting the article of impeachment against former President Trump to the Senate, triggering a trial into whether the former commander in chief incited a riot at the Capitol. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Race to roll out COVID vaccine intensifies
There's confusion about how much coronavirus vaccine is available as states struggle to keep up with demand. Adding to the urgency is a rise in new variants. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
"CBS Evening News" headlines for January 25, 2021
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."
Fire captain delivers pledge of allegiance in sign language
When Georgia Fire Captain Andrea M. Hall was invited to deliver the Pledge of Allegiance on Inauguration Day, no one knew she had plans to deliver it in sign language as well. Adriana Diaz reports.
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Article of impeachment against Trump delivered to the Senate
The trial will begin the week of February 8.
Biden revokes Trump's transgender military ban
"President Biden believes that gender identity should not be a bar to military service," the White House said.
Major winter storm threatens Midwest with heavy snow
Over 8 inches of heavy snowfall are being reported in some Midwestern cities, with more to come this week.
A generational showdown between Brady and Mahomes
The old guard is taking on the new guard in Super Bowl LV in Tampa.
UCLA gymnast Nia Dennis' "Black Excellence" routine goes viral
"This is what #blackexcellence looks like," UCLA Gymnastics said in a tweet of the video of the routine.
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"Totally unacceptable": Army secretary condemns command climate
"CBS Evening News'' spoke with Secretary of the Army Ryan McCarthy in an exclusive interview.
Norah O'Donnell Reports: Sexual Assault in the Military
A year-and-a-half long investigation by "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell and the CBS News Investigative Unit into sexual assault within the U.S. military uncovered failures by leaders to address the issue. Over the course of the investigation, CBS News spoke with nearly two dozen survivors of sexual assault, whistleblowers who worked for the military's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program and families of suicide victims who say the military grossly mishandled reports of sexual assault.
Pentagon accused of cover-ups, improper sexual assault investigations
"I think the breadth and the depth of the problem is so large that they really don't want the general public to understand that they don't have it under control," one whistleblower said.
Military's system to combat sexual assault is broken, survivors say
Sexual assault survivors said their allegations were brushed aside and they were retaliated against for reporting their assaults.
Army did "nothing" for soldier who reported sexual assault, mom says
Morgan Robinson died by suicide after she was allegedly sexually assaulted a second time while serving in the military.
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Race to roll out COVID vaccine intensifies
There's confusion about how much coronavirus vaccine is available as states struggle to keep up with demand. Adding to the urgency is a rise in new variants. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Dr. LaPook on COVID-19 vaccine distribution
Despite more than 40 million doses of coronavirus vaccines made available in the U.S., only 20 million have been administered thus far. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook answers some common questions regarding the state of vaccine distribution.
U.S. faces vaccine crisis
Frustrations are mounting nationwide as vaccination sites close or cancel appointments as the vaccine supply runs dry. Danya Bacchus has more.
Vaccine shortages hit U.S. as COVID deaths rise
The efforts to vaccinate high-risk populations and frontline workers are slowing as health officials in many states say they do not have enough of the coronavirus vaccine. Mola Lenghi has the latest.
Biden takes on fight against COVID pandemic
President Biden signed executive orders mandating masks in some public places and invoking the Defense Production Act to speed up production of masks and tests. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.
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Pizza Hut deliveryman gets new car as tip
The Pizza Hut deliveryman has earned a reputation around Tipton, Indiana, for his devotion to customer service.
91-year-old man with dementia bonds with kids across the street
Gene McGehee spends every day playing with the children at the day care across the street — and while he doesn't seem to remember the children the next day, something always brings him back.
Fairy garden sparks a friendship between strangers
"I want people to believe that they don't have to be a fairy to give a little bit of magic to someone else."
Secret Santa surprises essential workers with Christmas cash
In the coming weeks, Secret Santa will give away about $100,000 total — to total strangers.
Santa adjusts to new normal during COVID
Santa is doing thousands of virtual visits during the holiday season.
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CBS Weekend News, January 23, 2021
U.S. faces vaccine crisis over supply problems; Georgia Fire captain delivers Pledge of Allegiance using sign language on Inauguration Day
CBS Evening News, January 22, 2021
U.S. races to rollout vaccine before new COVID strains take hold; Pizza deliveryman's devotion to job earns him massive tip
CBS Evening News, January 21, 2021
Biden launches sweeping coronavirus action on vaccines and masks; Regular people steal the show after Biden's inauguration
CBS Evening News, January 20, 2021
Biden sworn in as 46th president in historic inauguration; Moments to remember from historic Biden-Harris inauguration
CBS Evening News, January 18, 2021
Unprecedented security effort in Washington, D.C., ahead of Biden inauguration;"Museum of the Courageous" nominates group of 5th graders using their voice to combat hate.
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"An honor and a privilege": Two West Point cadets earn Rhodes Scholarships
For West Point Cadets Evan Walker and Tyrese Bender, the road to becoming Rhodes Scholars was paved with hard work.
100-year-old World War II pilot says he still flies every week
In honor of Veterans Day, CBS News salutes an extraordinary World War II fighter pilot, who is still flying 75 years after the war.
Navy's first Black female fighter pilot to receive her wings
Lieutenant Madeline Swegle is about to become a U.S. Navy fighter pilot, making history as the first Black female to do so. CBS News has her inspiring story in our series: "Profiles in Service."
Retired army doctors join the fight against coronavirus
Colonel Melissa Givens retired after spending 20 years as an emergency room doctor in the army. Now she's in New York, helping patients at the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak in the U.S.
Army Reserve names first female chief
Military history was made when Lieutenant General Jody Daniels became the first woman to take charge of the U.S. Army Reserve, a force of nearly 200,000 soldiers. She's also the first woman to lead any Army component. Norah O'Donnell has the latest in CBS News' series "Profiles in Service."
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French health officials urge no talking on public transit to stop virus
According to a recent study, when two people are in a poorly ventilated space, a prolonged conversation is far more likely to spread respiratory droplets carrying the virus than a short cough.
Biden reinstating COVID-19 restrictions for overseas travelers
"This isn't the time to be lifting restrictions on international travel," White House press secretary Jen Psaki said.
800-year-old cathedral is now a mass COVID vaccination site
Europeans are receiving coronavirus vaccinations at unusual mega-sites, rolling up their sleeves at repurposed racetracks, cinemas, ice rinks and rugby stadiums.
Extreme weather has killed 480,000 in past 20 years, analysis shows
One think tank says these disasters have cost the global economy a staggering $2.56 trillion this century.
Moderna says COVID vaccine should work on U.K., South Africa strains
U.S. drugmaker says lab studies "reinforce our confidence" that vaccine will protect against new variants, but they're trialling 3rd dose on South Africa strain.
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Biden to address racism toward Asian Americans during pandemic
The executive action is expected to be part of a slate of "equity" directives.
Group demands CBS fire TV execs after report of "racist" comments
The LA Times story includes images of a Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission complaint filed by a former employee accusing an executive of making "racist, sexist, homophopic and discriminatory comments."
California paid out $11 billion in bogus jobless claims in 2020
Investigators are looking into possible fraud involving $20 billion more.
Senate receives article of impeachment against Trump
The former president's trial is set to begin the week of February 8.
Senate confirms Janet Yellen as new treasury secretary
She's the first woman to lead the department in its more than 230-year history.
Politics
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Biden to address racism toward Asian Americans during pandemic
The executive action is expected to be part of a slate of "equity" directives.
Senate receives article of impeachment against Trump
The former president's trial is set to begin the week of February 8.
Senate confirms Janet Yellen as new treasury secretary
She's the first woman to lead the department in its more than 230-year history.
The race for Rob Portman's Senate seat begins
On the day the Ohio senator announced this would be his last term, several Republicans and Democrats expressed interest in his seat.
Biden: Any American who wants vaccine can get one "this spring"
It's perhaps the most ambitious public estimate yet from his administration.
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UCLA gymnast's floor routine goes viral
UCLA Gymnastics scored a major victory with a season-opening win against Arizona State that included a floor routine from Nia Dennis that went viral.
Movie theatre chain AMC gets new lifeline to remain open
New funding keeps cinema chain open for now, but speed of COVID-19 vaccinations will ultimately decide its future.
A generational showdown between Brady and Mahomes
The old guard is taking on the new guard in Super Bowl LV in Tampa.
Best and worst Super Bowl halftime shows
The most memorably good (and bad) of the entertainment spectaculars
Flaming Lips fans attend concert in bubbles
The band was able to pull off a packed concert with a unique, futuristic solution.
Technology
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SpaceX launches a record 143 satellites
It was the most satellites ever launched by a single rocket
1,800 Instacart workers laid off. No one agrees on who fired them.
Delivery company says it's cutting workers at the request of grocery stores. Stores say they weren't consulted.
Twitter bans account linked to Iran's leader after Trump threat
Post shows image of Trump playing golf in the shadow of a drone and declares that "revenge is certain."
Google threatens to shut down in Australia over proposed tech law
The legislation would force big tech companies to pay news outlets to use their content. Google says that would make its business model unworkable.
Facebook asks oversight board for final decision on Trump's account
Facebook has defended its decision to suspend Trump indefinitely as "necessary and right."
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Gray whales are starving and dying off at an alarming rate
Scientists are not exactly sure why the whales are dying, but a new study zeroes in on a possible cause.
SpaceX launches a record 143 satellites
It was the most satellites ever launched by a single rocket
Gottlieb "fairly confident" that new Brazilian virus strain is in U.S.
New COVID-19 strains have been detected in the United Kingdom, South Africa and Brazil.
Climate refugees: The quest for a haven from extreme weather events
People who are driven from their homes by wildfires, floods and hurricanes are seeking areas less ravaged by our worsening climate and rising sea levels, and relocating to "climate haven cities."
Atmospheric river means massive snow coming to the West
After one of the driest stretches in recorded history, the weather pattern is about to do a 180.
Health
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Where to find the real "hi-filt" masks, and how to spot the fakes
The fit of a mask is as important as its filtration ability, experts say. So is avoiding the many counterfeits.
French health officials urge no talking on public transit to stop virus
According to a recent study, when two people are in a poorly ventilated space, a prolonged conversation is far more likely to spread respiratory droplets carrying the virus than a short cough.
Biden reinstating COVID-19 restrictions for overseas travelers
"This isn't the time to be lifting restrictions on international travel," White House press secretary Jen Psaki said.
Pandemic highlights health care challenges for deaf patients
Navigating the pandemic brings more challenges for 48 million Americans with hearing loss — especially when it comes to receiving medical care.
Merck drops two unpromising COVID-19 vaccines
The drugmaker will focus instead on two possible treatments for the virus, yet to be approved by regulators.
MoneyWatch
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Thousands died at nursing home chain. Its CEO got a $5M bonus
COVID-19 claimed a heavy toll on residents at Genesis Healthcare facilities as top executive made a lucrative exit.
GameStop 300% stock rise is at center of Wall Street battle royal
Investors in popular Reddit group push retailer's stock and are accused of threatening those betting against it.
Biden orders government to buy from U.S. manufacturers
White House eyes $600 billion in federal procurement spending as another means of boosting domestic manufacturing.
California paid out $11 billion in bogus jobless claims in 2020
Investigators are looking into possible fraud involving $20 billion more.
Godiva to close or sell all its U.S. chocolate stores
Closing more than 100 stores is part of the chocolatier's strategy to grow its online customer base.
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Biden to address racism toward Asian Americans during pandemic
The executive action is expected to be part of a slate of "equity" directives.
California paid out $11 billion in bogus jobless claims in 2020
Investigators are looking into possible fraud involving $20 billion more.
Juvenile arrested in "mass murder" at Indianapolis home
Five people, including a pregnant woman, were shot to death inside a home in Indianapolis.
Man with gun in pickup sought info on Oval Office, authorities say
Texas man parked near White House asked an officer for the information and was later arrested, court documents show.
Judge blocks release of alleged "zip tie guy" from Capitol riot
Federal judge also orders that Eric Munchel, of Nashville, be brought to D.C. for further proceedings
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SpaceX launches a record 143 satellites
It was the most satellites ever launched by a single rocket
SpaceX launches more satellites
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket boosted a record 143 small satellites into a polar orbit on Sunday in the company's first dedicated "rideshare" mission. CBSN's Lana Zak reports.
Bad weather forces SpaceX to call off plans for launch
SpaceX will make another attempt to launch its Transporter 1 "rideshare" mission Sunday.
SpaceX launches another 60 Starlink satellites
SpaceX has now launched more than 1,000 Starlink internet relay satellites.
"Super puff" exoplanet is as big as Jupiter but 10 times lighter
The "cotton candy" planet is challenging everything astronomers thought about the formation of gas giants.
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Best and worst Super Bowl halftime shows
The most memorably good (and bad) of the entertainment spectaculars
Wildest celebrity fashion
Rihanna isn't alone; celebrities have been stepping out in wild outfits for years... some more often than others.
Notable Deaths in 2021
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The search for the killer of Tracey Harris
For 30 years, investigators only had one suspect -- until a witness revealed the real killer.
New movies coming in 2021 and beyond: The most anticipated films on the way
From the Marvel Cinematic Universe to the next "Fast and Furious" film, here's when to expect all the biggest flicks.
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Full interview: Dr. Deborah Birx on "Face the Nation"
Former White House coronavirus response coordinator talks exclusively with "Face the Nation" in her first interview since leaving the Trump task force.
"Face the Nation" — full episode
This week on "Face the Nation," President Biden takes office and is immediately faced with overwhelming challenges. His first priority: COVID-19.
"Sunday Morning" — full episode
Hosted by Jane Pauley: In our cover story, David Pogue examines how extreme weather events are creating "climate refugees." Plus: Ted Koppel talks with Dr. Anthony Fauci about government efforts against the coronavirus; Kelefa Sanneh looks at businesses deciding whether to allow employees to continue working from home; Seth Doane meets Italian artisans who are keeping alive their country's fashion industry hard-hit by the pandemic; Mark Whitaker interviews Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman; and Lee Cowan looks back at the career of broadcaster Larry King.
Hindsight is 2020: An Unprecedented Election
When a pandemic, a racial reckoning, and rampant misinformation converged, Americans were faced with an election unlike any other. This CBSN documentary follows voters around the country as they grapple with who they're voting for, how they're voting and the issues supercharging the stakes.
Massive unemployment fraud scheme in California
Charges have been filed in Southern California against several convicted felons over a unemployment fraud scheme. Billions of dollars in aid meant to help struggling Californians during the COVID-19 pandemic were allegedly stolen instead. CBS Los Angeles' Kristine Lazar reports.