The Justice Department has filed more than 100 lawsuits against landowners to seize their property along the U.S.-Mexico border. Source

This holiday season will be an important one for small businesses that have been hit hard throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. According to data from the Opportunity Insights Economic Tracker based out of Harvard University, small business revenue in the U.S. has decreased by 31% compared to January 2020. Barbara Kahn, professor of marketing at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School and author of “The Shopping Revolution,” joins CBSN to discuss what to keep in mind ahead of Small Business Saturday. Source

The bar was cited three times in one day for violating COVID-19 guidance, according to local reports. Source

The Nigerian Army admits giving soldiers live ammunition during protests in October. A pro-democracy activist from Hong Kong is in custody. Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy is on trial over allegations of corruption. And the U.K. lifts isolation requirements amid its coronavirus lockdown. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM with today’s global headlines. Source

Italy joins the U.S., Brazil, India, Mexico and the U.K. in passing the symbolic 50,000-death mark. Source

“I’m working off evidence,” Professor Ken Dark told CBS News. “What’s there on the ground is very consistent, very convincing.” Source

With one week left in November, the U.S. has already seen its highest monthly coronavirus case total. This comes as AstraZeneca announced that trials show its vaccine is up to 90% effective. CBS News’ Charlie D’Agata reports on the findings, and Dr. Ron Elfenbein, medical director and owner of FirstCall Medical Center, joined CBSN to break down what we know so far about the vaccine options. He also explains why a new antibody drug approved by the FDA may be limited in the scope of who it can help. Source

The Thanksgiving travel rush is underway as coronavirus infections are skyrocketing across the country. CBS News’ Bofta Yimam joins CBSN AM with more. Source

Navigating a tense election season is tough enough without dealing with strong opinions and family dynamics at the Thanksgiving table. Karith Foster, a motivational speaker, author, comedian and diversity engagement specialist, joins CBSN to discuss how to handle these conversations and keep your Turkey Day dinner civil. Source

Food insecurity appears to be on the rise across the country, worsened by the pandemic. Researchers from Northwestern University estimate food insecurity in America doubled in the first few months after the coronavirus arrived, and a recent CBS News poll shows more than one third of Americans are at least somewhat concerned they won’t have enough money for groceries in the next year. Errol Barnett reports on the growing need before the holidays. Source