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An in-depth look at coronavirus variants; Prosecutor Kim Gardner's fight to reform the St. Louis justice system; The story of New Orleans' St. Augustine High School Marching Band.
New Orleans
The "Best Band in the Land"
Sharyn Alfonsi reports on the band that desegregated Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans and is now playing through the pandemic.
Meet the "Best Band in the Land"
Sharyn Alfonsi reports on the self-dubbed "Best Band in the Land," New Orleans' St. Augustine High School Marching Band, Sunday on 60 Minutes.
Mardi Gras transforms into COVID-friendly party
With Mardi Gras parades canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, New Orleans residents are transforming their homes into stationary floats. Janet Shamlian has more.
Party carries on in New Orleans with "Yardi Gras"
Residents are decorating their homes during the pandemic instead of partaking in the usual parades.
New Orleans houses turn into Mardi Gras floats
House floats are giving out-of-work artists big projects to work on, and lifting spirits in the Big Easy.
The Dish: Inside the Commander’s Palace
Along with jazz, the French Quarter and Mardi Gras, amazing food has always been a hallmark of New Orleans. It’s found in both local cafes and in famed restaurants known the world over. At one of the most renowned — Commander’s Palace — there’s someone new in charge of the kitchen. Jamie Wax speaks with Chef Meg Bickford, the first woman executive chef in the restaurant’s long history, about caring on a tradition while making a mark of her own.
New Orleans announces new restrictions for Mardi Gras
The restrictions will last from February 12 to February 16.
Widow of congressman-elect runs for his seat
Louisiana will hold a special election on March 20 after the unexpected opening of two congressional seats. The 5th congressional district seat was left vacant after Republican Congressman-elect Luke Letlow died of complications from COVID-19. His widow Julia is now running for that seat. The second contest is a race to fill a 2nd Congressional District seat that opened up after Democratic Representative Cedric Richmond resigned to join the Biden administration. News-Star politics reporter Greg Hilburn joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on the top contenders.
New Orleans houses become Mardi Gras floats
Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans have been canceled for this year – but that's not stopping residents from celebrating in a big way. Thousands of houses have been transformed into floats.
Jazz musicians seamlessly jam
When Matthew Whitaker and Davell Crawford happened upon each other at New Orleans Jazz Fest, it led to magic on the ivories.
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Possible human remains found near Nashville blast site, police say; The Dish: Cajun specialties from Chef Melissa Martin
Cajun specialties from Chef Melissa Martin
New Orleans chef Melissa Martin is out with a new cookbook, “Mosquito Supper Club: Cajun Recipes from a Disappearing Bayou.” When guests arrive at her famed restaurant, they never know who they’re going to meet, or even what they’re going to eat, but they always leave with a soul-satisfying experience – something she plans to revive post-pandemic. In the meantime, she whipped up some of her amazing cajun specialties for CBS News’ Jamie Wax for the “CBS This Morning: Saturday” series, The Dish.
New Orleans holiday lights throwback
The pandemic has forced families all over the country to modify their holiday plans, but some traditions will go on. Contributing correspondent Jamie Wax reports on a holiday lights display in New Orleans that's taking a page from the past.
New Orleans swingers convention leads to 41 COVID infections
"I wouldn't do it again if I knew then what I know now. It weighs on me and it will continue to weigh on me until everyone is 100% better," the event organizer said.
COVID-19 nurses return favor from Kansas City hospital
"To be able to give them that relief that we know we received from them, it further locks in that nursing is a brother and sisterhood and I know that I chose the right profession," one nurse said.
Lucille Bridges, mother of civil rights icon, dies
Lucille Bridges, the mother of Ruby Bridges, has died at the age of 86. In 1960, Ruby walked past crowds shouting racist slurs as she became the first Black student at her elementary school in New Orleans.
Lucille Bridges, mother of Ruby Bridges, dead at 86
"Our nation lost a Mother of the Civil Rights Movement today. And I lost my mom. I love you and am grateful for you. May you Rest In Peace" her daughter wrote.
Ignoring the wounds of war?
A whistleblower speaking out for the first time tells CBS News chief investigative correspondent Jim Axelrod that the New Orleans VA failed to properly assess more than 1,500 veterans for traumatic brain injuries. He says the consequences were deadly and claims the VA tried to cover it up.
Touring New Orleans' haunted real estate
While house hunters are often enticed to a property by kitchens and closet space, some fearless home buyers in New Orleans are looking for more. Jamie Wax looks at what's considered one of the most haunted cities in the U.S., where homes supposedly inhabited by ghosts are a big draw.
New Orleans cop shot in the face after two officers "ambushed"
The officer now has a bullet lodged in his skull, and is in serious but stable condition at the hospital.
Zeta leaves 6 dead and nearly 2 million without power
Hurricane Zeta pounded New Orleans with winds and water that splintered homes.
Hurricane Zeta hits Louisiana as strong Category 2 storm
Hurricane Zeta made landfall near Cocodrie, Louisiana, on Wednesday with 110 mph winds and quickly approached Mississippi and Alabama.
Threats from Hurricane Zeta, California fires
Hurriane Zeta re-strengthened Wednesday morning on its way to making landfall in Louisiana. And on the West Coast, uncontained wildfires are forcing evacuations in Orange County, California. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN to talk about the extreme weather hazards.
Hurricane Zeta zeroes in on Louisiana
Hurricane Zeta is speeding toward storm-weary Louisiana with landfall expected just south of New Orleans.
Tennessee prison system head to resign after failed Christa Pike execution
Debris found of medical plane that went missing near Nantucket with 6 on board
Cornell president says school "must do better" amid criticism of its investigation
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Trump urges daylight saving time bill supporters to personally call Sen. Cotton
Iowa approves pricy foreign-owned steel plant project in swing district
Zach Bryan wears "Free Palestine" shirt during concert at Gillette Stadium
More details emerge about FlyDubai co-pilot who tried to crash plane
