The Democratic National Convention will be held over four days in August, but in a far more scaled-back fashion, party officials announced on Wednesday. CBS News political contributor and democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright join Elaine Quijano to discuss the party’s move. Source
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Vaccine whistleblower accuses HHS secretary of ongoing retaliation
Vaccine expert Dr. Rick Bright claimed HHS Secretary Alex Azar is warning staff not to help him in his work at the National Institutes of Health, or “there would be hell to pay.” Source
Coronavirus cases rise in the South, prompting mandatory face covering orders
Alabama, Mississippi, and South Carolina have all reported record increases. Now, some state officials are requiring face coverings. Manuel Bojorquez reports. Source
Synthetic coronavirus vaccine in development in the UK could be easier to mass produce
There is encouraging news on a new type of coronavirus vaccine being developed in Britain. If effective, the vaccine could potentially be cheaper and easier to mass produce than others. Roxana Saberi reports. Source
Teen goes viral on TikTok for tutoring others in math
When schools shifted to remote learning, a 16-year-old student from the Bronx took to social media to share his knowledge with others. The “TikTok Tutor” now has 700,000 followers online — and he hasn’t graduated high school yet. Dr. Jon LaPook reports. Source
Colorado governor appoints special prosecutor in Elijah McClain case
Colorado’s governor has appointed a special prosecutor in the case of Elijah McClain, a 23-year-old black man who died in police custody last summer. McClain was stopped on his way home after a 911 caller described him as “sketchy.” Jonathan Vigliotti reports. Source
Texas pauses reopening plan as coronavirus cases rise
Texas is seeing a spike in coronavirus cases, with maxed out intensive care units. Now, the state is pausing its reopening. Janet Shamlian reports. Source
The Dixie Chicks change their name to “The Chicks”
“We want to meet this moment,” the band members said as they dropped “Dixie” from their name. Source
Six Flags sorry for questioning guests’ shirts linked to BLM
Theme park expresses “deep regret” after security guard stops mom and three kids over the slogans on their attire. Source
Recipe: California Brick Chicken with Apricot-Mint Chimichurri
“Food Network” chef Guy Fieri presents an old-school Italian recipe with a decidedly Californian spin Source