The president-elect is elevating the post of science adviser to Cabinet level — a White House first. Source

Research shows it could experience “rapid growth” in the early part of this year. Source

CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O’Keefe joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to break down Biden’s economy and vaccine plan, as well as how President Trump’s impeachment trial could impact Biden’s first 100 days in office. Source

The hardships of the border closure due to COVID-19 span the entire 5,500-mile border. Source

She noticed he was bruised and a man with him didn’t let him order food. Then she sprang into action. One detective described the abuse the boy had suffered as torture. Source

His death came two days after Corey Johnson​ was executed at the same facility in Terre Haute, Indiana. Source

Musician, songwriter and comedian Tim Minchin built a following that would take him worldwide. “CBS This Morning” co-host Anthony Mason talked with Minchin about his storybook journey that’s taken him from West Australia to London’s West End (with “Matilda: The Musical”), and about his remarkable new album, “Apart Together.” Source

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has extended the border closure between the United States and Canada. The border closure has devastated small towns and businesses that rely on cross-border traffic. Anna Werner reports. Source

When it comes to animal videos on the web, no one outdoes The Dodo, a top producer which racks up 5 billion views a month by sharing tales of animal advocacy, perseverance, and unlikely friendships. “CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Dana Jacobson talked with some of the people behind the company whose mission is to make everyone an animal lover. Source

The FBI has warned of possible armed protests at all 50 state capitols. Source