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President Trump condemns violence a week after Capitol riot
President Trump released a video in which he condemns violence by his supporters a week after the assault on the U.S. Capitol. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN to discuss what this means as the president faces a second impeachment trial. Source
Lady Gaga will perform the national anthem at Biden’s inauguration
In addition to the inauguration ceremony, there will also be a star-studded primetime special hosted by Tom Hanks. Source
“Sesame Street” star Elmo gives kids tips on how to stay healthy and happy during the pandemic
With kids across the country attending school remotely, a survey with parents found that they are concerned that their children are missing out on important social interactions. Being isolated can be especially tough on younger children, so “Sesame Street’s” Elmo shared his tips on how to stay healthy and happy during the pandemic. Meg Oliver reports. Source
Titans RB Derrick Henry Named One of Three Finalists for 2020 FedEx Ground NFL Player of the Year Award
In the weeks leading up to Super Bowl LV, fans have the chance to cast their vote for Henry for the award. Today through February 2 at 2 p.m. CST fans can cast their vote for each category at nfl.com/fedex or via a Twitter poll on the @NFL official handle. Source
California cracks down on fraud but some with legitimate claims are frozen out of their accounts
California’s unemployment agency has frozen millions of accounts because of fraud. But many unemployed Californians with legitimate claims tell CBS News that their accounts have been inexplicably frozen as well. “CBS This Morning” consumer investigative correspondent Anna Werner reports. Source
Arizona battles a growing COVID-19 crisis
Arizona is one of the nation’s COVID-19 hotspots, as medical professionals there are pushed to their limits fighting for the lives of their growing number of patients. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports. Source
Unemployment claims surge as pandemic weighs on businesses
About 965,000 people filed for jobless benefits in the first week of January, far higher than economists expected. Source
Trump urges “no violence,” but takes no responsibility for inciting Capitol attack
In a video posted on social media Wednesday, President Trump did not acknowledge the U.S. House’s historic impeachment vote against him. But after facing condemnation from members of his own party, the president did condemn last week’s riot at the U.S. Capitol and urged “no violence” ahead of President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration. But the President is still not taking responsibility for his part in inciting the crowd that attacked the Capitol last week. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid has more. Source
Unemployment fraud crackdown is “disaster” for some with real claims
Jobless Californians with legitimate unemployment claims are struggling to get their money. Source