Tony Bennett has been wowing audiences with his unique voice and elegant style for more than 60 years. Bennett and jazz pianists Bill Charlap join Saturday Sessions to perform “The Last Time I Saw Paris,” a track on their Grammy-nominated album, “The Silver Lining: The Songs of Jerome Kern.” Source
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Listeners Project films pay homage to abandoned U.K. structures
A most unusual film series is unfolding in Britain called The Listeners Project. It allows young filmmakers to record the last moments of architectural treasures around the U.K. before they’re redeveloped. Teams of filmmakers are given a room or floor of an abandoned but iconic building and 24 hours to create a short film. Jonathan Vigliotti reports from London. Source
Pelosi says “the door is open” for bipartisan infrastructure bill
Pelosi, however, batted down the suggestion that the $2 trillion plan be trimmed down to earn Republican support. Source
Woman dies in apparent exorcism in Germany
Five people have been arrested in Germany on suspicion of murder after a woman was found dead in a hotel room. The prosecutor on the case says the suspects were apparently trying to “expel a demon” from the woman. “48 Hours” Crimesider’s Graham Kates joins CBSN to explain. Source
Jon Stewart imitates Donald Trump on “Late Show”
On Thursday, NYPD Commissioner Bill Bratton urged Congress to renew the Zadroga Act. It benefits first responders who became sick after working at Ground Zero. Among the bill’s biggest supporters is Jon Stewart. The comedian made an appearance Thursday night on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” sending another message to lawmakers, this time imitating Donald Trump. Source
Gottlieb says Biden administration should have surged vaccines to Michigan “weeks ago”
Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former FDA commissioner, says the federal government should send additional vaccine doses and resources to Michigan to address the state’s COVID-19 outbreak. Source
Judge shuts down FanDuel, DraftKings in NY
A New York state judge has ordered two fantasy sports sites to stop doing business in the state. CBS News justice correspondent Paula Reid has the details. Source
New season of “Serial” tells Bowe Bergdahl’s story
Season 2 of the hit podcast “Serial” debuts with U.S. Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl telling the story of his disappearance. Mashable Media Reporter Jason Abbruzzese discussed the series with CBSN. Source
J.J. Abram’s gives “60 Minutes” a sneak peek into “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”
J.J. Abrams gave 60 Minutes’ Bill Whitaker a behind-the-scenes look at his upcoming movie “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” Bill Whitaker shared the preview with CBSN’s Contessa Brewer. Source
John Williams and J.J. Abrams discuss “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”
Bill Whitaker sat down with Composer John Williams and director J.J. Abrams for 60 Minutes to discuss the latest installment in the Star Wars franchise, “The Force Awakens.” Source