Biden introduces key members of his science team
The president-elect is elevating the post of science adviser to Cabinet level — a White House first.
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How the U.S.-Canada border closure impacts small towns and businesses
The hardships of the border closure due to COVID-19 span the entire 5,500-mile border.
Dustin Higgs executed, Trump administration's 13th execution
His death came two days after Corey Johnson was executed at the same facility in Terre Haute, Indiana.
Facebook blocks new events near White House and Capitol
Facebook made the announcement hours after CBS News learned that the Department of Homeland Security said that domestic extremists pose the highest threat to Joe Biden's inauguration next week.
U.S. races to catch up with other countries in COVID sequencing research
The U.S. is estimated to lag behind more than 30 nations in its sequencing effort.
Biden pay push could lift over 1 million workers out of poverty
Federal minimum wage has been frozen at $7.25 for more than a decade, the longest period without a raise since 1938.
Capitol rioter known as "QAnon Shaman" will be jailed until trial
Prosecutors say rioter Jacob Chansley, known as the "QAnon Shaman," is a dangerous conspiracy leader who should be detained.
More arrests announced as inauguration security takes shape
Some extremists are motivated by belief that Mr. Biden would be an illegitimate president, according to the bulletin.
NBA star Karl-Anthony Towns tests positive for COVID-19
"I pray every day that this nightmare of a virus will subside and I beg everyone to take it seriously by taking all of the necessary precautions," Towns wrote on social media.
6 conspiracy theories about the 2020 election – debunked
Joe Biden won the 2020 presidential election. Here's why conspiracies saying otherwise are false.
Virginia holiday commemorating Confederacy no longer celebrated
For 100 years, Lee-Jackson Day commemorated Confederate generals Robert E. Lee and Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson for being "defenders of causes."
Critical test on tap for NASA moon rocket
The test firing is a final major hurdle for what will be the most powerful rocket ever launched.
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.
"Kill him with his own gun:" Cops describe attack from Capitol mob
As rioters swarmed the U.S. Capitol last week, about three dozen D.C. police officers made their stand in a hallway leading into the building — with a mob of thousands pushing back.
The hurdles of vaccinating the homeless community
Distrust in the medical system, a lack of primary care and a two-dose regimen for those without permanent housing are high hurdles.
Jane Doe's attorney says "she was incapable of consent," alleges cover-up
Christa Pike critically ill, intubated after botched execution, attorneys say
More details emerge about FlyDubai co-pilot who tried to crash plane
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Trump vows Iran war to end "very quickly" as more troops head to Mideast
Judge says federal law banning noncitizen voting is unconstitutional
Professor to present findings questioning whether Epstein killed himself
Trump says Europe will release "massive amount" of diesel oil from stockpiles
Photo of Jane Doe shared in Snapchat group on night of alleged rape
