There are promising results on three different coronavirus vaccines, including the leading candidate from the U.K.’s Oxford University. Trials show it provides two kinds of protection against COVID-19. Charlie D’Agata has the latest. Source
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Dozens of hospitals in Florida hit ICU bed capacity as COVID-19 cases soar
At least 53 hospitals in Florida have reached ICU capacity as coronavirus cases and hospitalization surge. Meanwhile, protests are happening nationwide on whether to reopen schools this fall. Manuel Bojorquez reports. Source
“A generation of we”: How Gen Z is revolutionizing activism
With platforms like Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, Generation Z — defined by the Pew Research Center as those born after 1996 — has been able to use the digital world they were born into to revolutionize activism. Source
Trump considering sending feds to cities other than Portland
CBS News has obtained a memo showing that the Trump administration is planning to send 175 federal officers to assist local police departments in Chicago. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Monday, July 20, 2020
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
Fox News anchors and former reporter accused of sexual misconduct
Two of Fox News Channel’s most prominent hosts are accused of sexual harassment, and a former reporter is accused of rape. Jericka Duncan reports. (Warning: Some of the allegations are graphic in nature). Source
Trump preparing to send federal officers to Chicago
CBS News has obtained a memo that outlines the Trump administration’s plans to send federal officers to Chicago in response to growing gun violence there. This comes after fierce clashes between federal officers and protesters in Portland. Carter Evans has the latest. Source
Tribute to Congressman John Lewis after a life fighting for equality
From Selma to the U.S. Capitol, as a Freedom Rider and a congressman, John Lewis spent his life fighting for equality. “CBS Evening News” anchor and managing editor Norah O’Donnell takes a look at how he has inspired generations. Source
Trump briefings to return as he calls wearing a mask “patriotic”
After months of downplaying the importance of face coverings, Mr. Trump tweeted a photo of himself wearing a mask. Source
Lawmakers at odds on next coronavirus stimulus package
Congress hasn’t agreed on what should be included on the next stimulus package. President Trump wants a payroll tax cut included but many Democrats and some Republicans oppose that. Wall Street Journal congressional reporter Siobhan Hughes joins CBSN to discuss what would happen if Congress doesn’t act. Source