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Google PAC won't give to lawmakers who objected to Electoral College

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 04:54:52 GMT

Nearly 150 Republican members of Congress voted to overturn the 2020 presidential election results.

CBS Evening News, January 26, 2021

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 04:19:12 GMT

Biden unveils plan to boost COVID vaccine supply amid lagging rollout; Minnesota teacher never misses class, even from her hospital room

White House briefings to include American Sign Language interpreters

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 03:14:53 GMT

The National Association of the Deaf called the move a "historic win."

1/21: Red and Blue

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 03:10:04 GMT

Pres. Joe Biden's busy first full day in office; Amanda Gorman makes history at inauguration

1/24: Dr. Anthony Fauci, Dr. Deborah Birx

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 03:07:23 GMT

This week on "Face the Nation," President Biden takes office and is immediately faced with overwhelming challenges. His first priority: COVID-19.

1/03: Slaoui, Garcetti, Hutchinson, Gottlieb, Jenkins

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 03:07:00 GMT

This week on "Face the Nation," the government's plan to vaccine Americans is already showing signs of strain as the number of coronavirus cases and deaths climbs higher than ever, and concern over a new variant of the virus grows.

Baseball Hall of Fame voting yields no new members for 2021

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 02:24:08 GMT

Curt Schilling, Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens were the closest in voting by members of the Baseball Writers' Association of America.

Army updates grooming standards to foster inclusion and diversity

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 01:57:56 GMT

Under updated requirements, short ponytails will be allowed, and phrases with racist connotations will be removed from regulations.

U.S. Army to update grooming standards

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 01:17:02 GMT

Starting next month, the U.S. Army is loosening regulations on the types of hairstyles — along with earrings and nail polish — allowed while in uniform.

Acting Capitol Police chief apologizes for security failures

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:48:03 GMT

The acting Capitol Police chief told lawmakers they knew there was a potential of violence, but they were not prepared for the Capitol riots. Kris Van Cleave has more.

Man charged after allegedly wearing varsity jacket during Capitol riot

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:40:13 GMT

Brian Gundersen, 26, was arrested after multiple people recognized the jacket from photos of the January 6 riot and contacted the FBI, according to court documents filed Monday.

DOJ rescinds memo used to justify separations of migrant families

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:38:48 GMT

To this day, advocates have been struggling to locate more than 600 migrant parents. President Biden has pledged to create a task force to help locate them.

Judge: Details of George Floyd's past arrests can't be used at trial

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:36:05 GMT

Information about George Floyd's prior arrests can't be used at the trials of four former Minneapolis police officers charged in his death, a judge ruled.

"CBS Evening News" headlines for Tuesday, January 26, 2021

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:33:09 GMT

Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."

Biden unveils plan to boost COVID vaccine supply amid lagging rollout

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:28:18 GMT

President Biden announced he's working to purchase 200 million more doses of the coronavirus vaccine. He said the additional doses should be available by summer. Nancy Cordes has the latest.

Tornado strikes Alabama, killing 1, as severe storms sweep across U.S.

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:18:02 GMT

A tornado that ripped through Fultondale, Alabama, left at least one person dead. The tornado sent people running to safety, some finding cover right before the storm tore through their homes. Errol Barnett shares the latest.

States report coronavirus vaccine shortages as Americans wait for shot

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:16:41 GMT

Vaccine appointments are being canceled around the country as states and cities report shortages of the shots. Manuel Bojorquez reports.

Teacher never misses class, even during chemotherapy

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:07:59 GMT

Kelly Klein is balancing virtual learning with her chemotherapy by doing both at once.

Deadly tornado leaves path of destruction in Alabama

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:03:10 GMT

The tornado ripped roofs off homes, pulverized walls and scattered debris as far as the eye could see.

BlackRock tells CEOs to prepare for a zero-emissions economy

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 23:29:50 GMT

World's largest asset manager tells its portfolio companies to cut emissions to net zero in 30 years — and provide details.