Prosecutors have charged around 275 people for their alleged roles in the riot. Source
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Drunken driving charge against Bruce Springsteen dropped
“I had two small shots of tequila,” Springsteen said in response to questions from an assistant U.S. attorney. Source
FDA confirms Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine works well
An FDA review released today confirmes the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine is both safe and effective against COVID-19, likely setting the stage for a third vaccine to be authorized for use in the U.S. Dr. Neeta Ogden joined CBSN with more. Source
CVS booking vaccination slots for 570,000 in 17 states
Chain expands locations offering immunization shots to Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Louisiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania. Source
Biden’s CIA pick vows to “get to the bottom” of microwave attacks
Burns, who would be the first career diplomat to lead the spy agency, appeared before senators for his confirmation hearing on Wednesday. Source
White House sending masks to disadvantaged communities
The Biden administration is distributing more than 25 million masks, targeting low-income communities. Source
Isolation, “screen burnout” taking toll on children’s mental health
The CDC reported that emergency departments saw a more than 30% spike in visits from children 12 to 17 years old for mental health reasons between April and October. Source
Titans GM Jon Robinson, HC Mike Vrabel Aim to Promote Diversity in NFL With the Inclusion of More Women
Robinson and Vrabel are taking part in the NFL’s fifth annual Women’s Careers in Football Forum this week. After attending last year’s Women’s Careers in Football Program, Robinson and Vrabel decided to create an offseason internship program, with a role on Vrabel’s coaching staff, and a spot on Robinson’s personnel staff that would also be dedicated to women. Source
USPS says Oshkosh will build many as 165,000 new mail trucks
The new vehicles, part of USPS’ goal to be more environmentally friendly, are getting mixed reviews for looks. Source
How memes deceive as vehicles for dangerous online misinformation
False and dangerous information about the coronavirus pandemic and politics continues to spread online, and memes are often the vehicle of choice for misinformation on social media. Axios media reporter Sara Fischer joined CBSN to discuss why memes pose a significant threat and what users can do about it. Source