Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source

Many top scientists say a coronavirus vaccine could be ready before the end of the year, and President Trump has even said it could happen by Election Day. But it’s a very challenging process CBS News’ Natalie Brand reports on the latest developments, and Elaine Quijano of CBSN’s “Red & Blue” discussed that deadline and how scientists conduct clinical trials with Dr. Wilbur Chen, associate professor of medicine at the University of Maryland, and chief of the Adult Clinical Studies Section within the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health. Source

A new book by journalist Bob Woodward details new information about what President Trump knew about the severity of the coronavirus back in February. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joins CBSN’s Tanya Rivero to discuss the revelations and the White House response. Source

Victoria Rader is part of the inaugural class of females to qualify to earn the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout. Jamie Yuccas shares the 17-year-old’s story. Source

President Trump told reporters at the White House, Wednesday, he “had to show calm,” amid the virus’ dramatic spread. Source

Starting in 2024, films will have to meet at least two of four new diversity standards to be nominated for Best Picture by the Academy Awards. Source

A federal judge is temporarily blocking the Trump administration’s attempt to end the 2020 census count a month early. Thomas Wolf, senior counsel for the Brennan Center for Justice, is representing the plaintiffs in the case against the government. He spoke to CBSN’s Tanya Rivero about the litigation and the importance of an accurate national count. Source

A new book from famed journalist Bob Woodward says President Trump knew about the dangers of coronavirus as early as February and intentionally decided to downplay its danger to the public. CBS News political correspondent Ed O’Keefe and the AP’s Jill Colvin joined “Red and Blue” to discuss the allegations and Joe Biden’s response. Source

President Trump deliberately downplayed the severity of the coronavirus threat back in February, according to a new book by journalist Bob Woodward. Woodward also reports the president talked about the existence of a secret new nuclear weapons system. CBSN political contributor and Associated Press reporter Zeke Miller joins CBSN’s Tanya Rivero with details. Source

These kinds of dystopian weather events, happening often at the same time, are exactly what scientists have been warning about. Source