Veteran television and film actor Abe Vigoda has died at 94 years old. CBSN’s Vladimir Duthier reports. Source
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Adam McKay on “The Big Short,” Oscars diversity controversy
Writer, producer and director Adam McKay brought us comedy hits like “Anchorman,” “Talladega Nights” and “Step Brothers.” His latest movie, “The Big Short,” is based on Michael Lewis’ nonfiction bestseller, which follows the events leading up to the 2008 financial crisis. The film won the top movie award from the Producers Guild of America and is also up for five Oscar nominations, including one for best director. McKay joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the movie and the Oscar nominations diversity controversy. Source
How Washington, D.C. is coping with blizzard clean-up
Washington, D.C. begins to recover after over two feet of snow fell over the weekend. CBS News Correspondent Kris Van Cleave is in D.C. with the latest on the city’s clean-up efforts. Source
What to watch for in Broncos-Panthers matchup at Super Bowl 50
The matchup for Super Bowl 50 sets the stage for an epic contest between quarterbacks Peyton Manning and Cam Newton. Manning of the Denver Broncos is now the oldest quarterback to take a team to the Super Bowl. Meanwhile, this will be the first Super Bowl for Newton of the Carolina Panthers. “The NFL Today” host James Brown joins “CBS This Morning” from Denver to preview the upcoming Super Bowl. Source
Why a Canadian company is sending co-workers on blind dates
Would you go on a blind date with a coworker? A recent study showed an employee’s relationship with coworkers ranks first when asked what makes them feel connected to their job. To make employees happier and more productive, a Canadian accounting company is setting up casual blind dates that are strictly professional. DeMarco Morgan reports. Source
Buy or rent? Zillow CEO shares real estate tips
The real estate market is soaring, as more than 5.25 million existing homes were sold last year. That’s the most since 2006. It’s driving buyers to Zillow, the largest real estate website. On average, more than 142 million users a month find information on more than 110 million homes nationwide. Zillow CEO Spencer Rascoff, author of “Zillow Talk: Rewriting the Rules of Real Estate,” joins “CBS This Morning” to offer tips on buying, selling and renting. Source
Documentary reveals toll of Anthony Weiner’s downfall
Former New York congressman Anthony Weiner’s notorious sexting scandal may become part of the 2016 presidential race. The makers of “Weiner,” a new documentary on the former politician, deny reports that Hillary Clinton’s campaign pressured them to make changes. The movie features Weiner’s wife, Huma Abedin, who is a top Clinton adviser. It premiered Sunday at the Sundance Film Festival in Utah. John Blackstone reports. Source
Despite massive blizzard, people flock to Central Park
As the snow pummels New York City, many are braving the weather to visit Central Park. CBSN’s Kaitlynn Fish reports from Columbus Circle amid the wind and continuous snowfall. Source
Expert: Market correction natural due to slower growth
Veteran dealmaker Stephen Pagliuca says what we’re seeing on Wall Street is a natural correction of markets to reflect part of the jitters about global growth. Pagliuca, a partner and managing director at Bain Capital for 28 years, was in China a month ago. He said he still sees the hustle and bustle there and the service businesses are growing Source
Donald Trump says he could “shoot somebody and I wouldn’t lose” support
The Republican presidential candidate comments on the “incredible” loyalty of his voter support base during a rally in Sioux Center, Iowa. Source