A major archaeological dig in Southern California could rewrite the history books. New findings published in the journal, Nature, suggest there was human activity in North America 130,000 years ago. Scientists believe these primitive beings came between the Neanderthals and archaic Homo sapiens. Mireya Villarreal reports. Source
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Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin on Trump’s tax plan
President Trump says his tax plan is going to put people back to work, but some important details were missing from the one-page blueprint that calls for big corporate and personal tax cuts. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the plan and how he thinks it will unleash economic growth. Source
Anchor Kelly Wright opens up about alleged racial discrimination at Fox News
Kelly Wright, the only black male anchor on Fox News is speaking out about the alleged racial discrimination. His claims are part of a class action lawsuit filed this week against Fox News. At least 11 current and former employees accuse executives of fostering a “culture of severe racial harassment.” Wright and attorney Douglas Wigdor join “CBS This Morning” to discuss the lawsuit. Source
Trump pledges to confront anti-Semitism
President Trump spoke at a Holocaust Remembrance Day event on Capitol Hill. He spoke about confronting anti-Semitism and the importance of never being silent in the face of evil. See his full remarks here. Source
Trump downplays 100-day milestone as “ridiculous standard”
The White House may not keep funding for a southern border wall in the budget plan ahead of a potential government shutdown. The Hill’s Reid Wilson explains the political controversy. Source
Elton John recovers from deadly infection
The 70-year-old singer canceled more than a month of shows Source
Cybersecurity firm says it detected Russian attempt to hack French presidential campaign
The cybersecurity firm Trend Micro says it has detected an attempt by Russian hackers to get confidential emails from Emmanuel Macron’s campaign for president in France. CBS News’ Elizabeth Palmer reports. Source
Trump wants to slash corporate taxes, and other MoneyWatch headlines
President proposes chopping top biz tax rate to 15%; White House hits Canada with tariffs; and U.S. middle class is shrinking. These headlines and more from CBS MoneyWatch. Source
Remembering “Happy Days” actress Erin Moran
“Entertainment Tonight” correspondent Nischelle Turner joins CBSN’s “ET Update” with more on the tributes pouring in for “Happy Days” actress Erin Moran, who died last weekend. Source
“Happy Days” star Erin Moran dies
Erin Moran, best known for her role as Joanie Cunningham on “Happy Days,” was found dead in Indiana. Moran was 56. Chris Martinez looks back at Moran’s life. Source