Young women are showing they are just as capable as the boys of earning the Eagle Scout rank, the highest honor in Boy Scouts. Norah O’Donnell has their stories. Source
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GOP questions Health Secretary nominee Xavier Becerra on his experience, abortion views at Senate confirmation hearing
President Biden’s choice to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, Xavier Becerra, testified at his Senate confirmation hearing Tuesday. Republican lawmakers have criticized Becerra for a lack of experience as a health official and his support for abortion rights. Politico Pro health care reporter Alice Miranda Ollstein joins CBSN’s “Red & Blue” anchor Elaine Quijano with more on how Becerra responded to tough questions at the hearing. Source
Golf world sends well wishes to Tiger Woods after California car wreck
Not long after news of Tiger Woods’ car crash rocked the sports world, pro golfers like Jack Nicklaus and Phil Mickelson wished Woods a full recovery. CBS Los Angeles sports director Jim Hill reports. Source
Congressman Jim Clyburn reflects on his life and legacy during Black History Month
This Black History Month, CBS News is reflecting on and recognizing change makers and their contributions to America. South Carolina Congressman Jim Clyburn was elected to the House in 1992. He became majority whip in 2006, making him the highest-ranking African American in Congress. The congressman is considered a mentor to many Democrats in South Carolina, including CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright. The pair sat down for a conversation to mark this moment in history. Source
Golf world sends well wishes to Tiger Woods
Not long after news of Tiger Woods’ car crash rocked the sports world, pro golfers like Jack Nicklaus and Phil Mickelson wished Woods a full recovery. CBS Los Angeles sports director Jim Hill reports. Source
Federal judge rules California can enforce net neutrality law
The law seeks to ban internet providers from slowing down customers’ data streams. Source
Area where Tiger Woods crashed has dangerous stretch of road, residents say
Tiger Woods was seriously injured Tuesday when his SUV crashed into a median, rolled over and ended up on its side near a steep road in suburban Los Angeles known for wrecks. CBS Los Angeles’ Jeff Nguyen reports. Source
Tiger Woods fans react to pro golfer’s car crash
While Tiger Woods is known around the world, golf fans in Southern California where he grew up and played were stunned to learn about his Thursday morning car crash. CBS Los Angeles’ Michele Gile reports. Source
Pfizer and Moderna ramping up coronavirus vaccine supplies
Pfizer and Moderna told lawmakers 140 million more vaccine doses will be available for shipment by the end of next month. Dr. Teresa Amato, the director of emergency medicine at Long Island Jewish Forest Hills, joins CBSN with more on how to prevent another surge. Source
NASA’s Mars Perseverance rover sends photos, video and audio from red planet
NASA’s Perseverance rover has sent back video of its descent and landing on Mars, as well as audio recorded on the red planet. CBSN’s Tanya Rivero has details. Source