She's been compared to some of the greatest singers of our time, and was named Time’s 2019 Entertainer of the Year. Melissa Jefferson, better known as Lizzo, sat down with correspondent Tracy Smith to discuss overcoming bouts of poverty, homelessness, and crippling self-doubt, and how her high school band teacher gave her the focus she needed to make her mark. (Originally broadcast October 3, 2019.)
For regional theatres, returning from a pandemic shutdown is requiring some big changes – for actors, crew, and audiences. Correspondent Rita Braver talks with the artistic directors of the Barrington Stage Company in Pittsfield, Mass., and the Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company in Washington, D.C., and with Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Michael R. Jackson, about how they are adjusting to conditions created by COVID-19.
Consumers spend tens of billions of dollars on probiotics that promise to improve health. Dr. Jon LaPook takes a look at the so-called “good bacteria” and whether all the hype is true, Sunday on 60 Minutes
The 32-year-old singer-rapper-flutist, named Time's Entertainer of the Year, talks about her continuing battle to overcome self-doubt and body shaming - and to help others do so as well
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For years artist Jim Bachor has been filling potholes in the streets of Chicago with colorful mosaics – and given how pervasive potholes are, he's never been at a loss for a canvas for his art. Now, with traffic decreased due to coronavirus, his mosaics are immortalizing holy relics of this time of pandemic, from hand sanitizer to toilet paper. Lee Cowan, who first profiled Bachor for "Sunday Morning" back in 2017, revisits the artist who has definitely earned his street cred.
Drug industry heavyweights and not-so-well-known biotech firms are pushing to create a COVID-19 vaccine, and thousands of people have signed up to take part in clinical drug trials, despite the hazards. But what are the technical, ethical and political obstacles to coming up with an effective and safe vaccine quickly? Martha Teichner reports.
For regional theatres to reopen will require some big changes – for actors, crew, and the audience – as well as trying out new ideas to maintain the joy of live performance
Chicago artist Jim Bachor has earned his street cred patching up broken pavement with art
As researchers rush to develop a drug against coronavirus, and thousands sign up to participate in clinical trials, what are the technical, ethical and political obstacles to coming up with an effective and safe vaccine quickly?
A brutal murder and police have DNA evidence. Could a discarded cigarette lead investigators to a possible killer and close a case two decades later? CBS News correspondent Anne-Marie Green reports for "48 Hours."
Murder victim's mother pushed investigators to use controversial genetic genealogy to find her daughter's killer
"These charges should serve as a warning to those who choose to desecrate the statues and monuments that adorn our nation's capital," acting U.S. Attorney Michael R. Sherwin said in a statement.
Texas continues to hit record highs in coronavirus infections; Pasadena Fire Department staffs all-women fire crew for the first time
For over two decades, Carol Dodge has pursued justice for her daughter Angie, who was murdered in the summer of 1996 in Idaho Falls, Idaho
For over two decades, Carol Dodge has pursued justice for her daughter Angie, who was murdered in the summer of 1996 in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Learn how the family is helping others.
After 23 years, Idaho Falls, Idaho, detectives finally had a solid DNA lead in Angie Dodge’s murder case. CeCe Moore and Parabon NanoLabs’ research led them to Brian Dripps. Police just needed to collect his DNA to make certain. They traveled 300 miles to Caldwell, Idaho, and spent upwards of 24 continuous hours following Dripps, patiently waiting for him to toss a cigarette butt so they could test it.
Mississippi lawmakers have taken the first step towards changing the state flag, which currently features the Confederate battle emblem. The House passed a resolution that will allow the legislature to vote on a bill to remove or change the flag. Kate Smith joined CBSN with more on what happens next.
Two leading candidates may be on the cusp of making history as the first openly gay black members of Congress.
As President Trump promised a second round of stimulus payments in an interview earlier this week, some Americans say they're still suffering from being excluded from the first round of payments. Adriana Diaz reports.
Athletes and sports leagues have taken new steps to combat systemic racism and social injustice since the death of George Floyd. Los Angeles Times columnist LZ Granderson joined CBSN to discuss the impact of sports on social change, and how the players and leagues will need to continue this momentum.
Washington Post economics correspondent Heather Long joined "Red and Blue" to discuss what U.S. economic recovery may look like after more than 1 million people filed for unemployment for the 14th week straight.
A rescue dog from Tennessee celebrated her 20th birthday in April. Now, her owners, who adopted her when she was 14, say they believe she is the oldest golden retriever ever.
Human trials for a promising coronavirus vaccine entered a new phase in South Africa Wednesday. Oxford scientists began the trials on volunteers in the country where cases are surging. Deborah Patta reports.
Indiana Republican Senator Mike Braun joins CBSN's "Red & Blue' to discuss the Reforming Qualified Immunity Act. He says qualified immunity as it is now is judicial overreach.