His death came two days after Corey Johnson was executed at the same facility in Terre Haute, Indiana. Source
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Tim Minchin is serious about musical satire
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
U.S.-Canada border closure impacts towns that rely on cross-border traffic
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
The Dodo: Behind its heartwarming animal videos
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
Live Updates: Security measures in place nationwide ahead of Biden’s inauguration
The FBI has warned of possible armed protests at all 50 state capitols. Source
The Dish: Jason Wang and Xi’an Famous Foods
For years Jason Wang’s father, a Chinese immigrant, toiled as an itinerant cook in kitchens across the Northeastern U.S., until he secretly decided to open his own restaurant. Jason joined him, and has now authored a book, “Xi’an Famous Foods: The Cuisine of Western China, From New York’s Favorite Noodle Shop.” “CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Jeff Glor reports. Source
Historical precedent: An American government overthrown
“CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Michelle Miller talked with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Zucchino, whose book, “Wilmington’s Lie: The Murderous Coup of 1898 and the Rise of White Supremacy,” tells the little-known story of how the elected government of a majority-Black North Carolina city was overthrown by White supremacists. Source
Saturday Sessions: Tim Minchin performs “Airport Piano”
Musical satirist Tim Minchin (“Matilda: The Musical”) joined “Saturday Sessions” to share music from his new studio album, “Apart Together.” From Sydney, Australia, Minchin performs the song “Airport Piano.” Source
The history of Charles Curtis, the first Vice President of color
When she’s Inaugurated on Wednesday, Kamala Harris will make history, as the first woman to become vice president. But she won’t be the first person of color to hold that office. That distinction belongs to Vice President Charles Curtis, who was sworn in 92 years ago. “CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Michelle Miller has his story. Source
Saturday Sessions: Tim Minchin performs “Apart Together”
Musical satirist Tim Minchin (“Matilda: The Musical”) joined “Saturday Sessions” to share music from his new studio album, “Apart Together.” From Sydney, Australia, Minchin performs the song “Apart Together.” Source