The family of Andrew Brown Jr., a 42-year-old Black man who was fatally shot by law enforcement this week, held a press conference in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, on Saturday. Authorities have said that Brown was shot and killed while deputies were serving warrants. Source
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Full correspondents panel: December 25
CBS News foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan, chief White House correspondent Major Garrett, homeland security and justice department correspondent Jeff Pegues, chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford, national security correspondent David Martin, and congressional correspondent Nancy Cordes weigh in on the challenges ahead for the Trump administration. The panel aired Sunday, Dec. 25, 2016. Source
Haunting sounds from a water tank
In Rangely, Colorado, a relic of the Old West – a water tank that once fueled steam-powered trains – has become a Mecca for musicians enticed by its haunting acoustics. Barry Petersen lends an ear, and talks with Bruce Odland, who helped bring the sounds of the Tank to the world. Source
Q&A: Adam Driver
You may know him as “Star Wars” villain Kylo Ren. But Adam Driver is now starring in two new films, as a poetry-loving bus driver in “Paterson” and a 17th century Jesuit priest in “Silence.” Tracy Smith talks with the actor, who came to his vocation via an unusual route: the U.S. Marine Corps. Source
The Dish: Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten
Jean-Georges Vongerichten was born in Alsace, France, known for its blend of French and German cuisine. For his 16th birthday, his parents took him to a Michelin-starred restaurant and his choice of career was cemented. He apprenticed with some of France’s famous chefs and began to open restaurants all around the world. Vongerichten joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to share his culinary journey and some signature dishes. Source
Exhibition chronicles 40 years of Neal Slavin’s group portraits
In a 50-year career, photographer Neal Slavin has taken pictures for Esquire, Rolling Stone and Oprah magazines. But he’s best known for his group portraits — images of people gathered with their tribe, their class or club. A new retrospective of Slavin’s work shows what a powerful portrait it is of all of us. Anthony Mason reports. Source
“Star Wars” icon Carrie Fisher suffers heart attack
“Star Wars” actress Carrie Fisher is in critical condition in a Los Angeles hospital after suffering an apparent heart attack on an overseas flight from London. Today, fans and co-stars are sharing their thoughts and prayers on social media. Ben Tracy reports. Source
Rockette’s objection to inauguration performance
New York’s Radio City Rockettes are scheduled to perform for Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration. But one of them wrote on Instagram that she is “embarrassed and disappointed” to perform, although the post has now been deleted. CBSN’s Dana Jacobson has the latest on the backlash. Source
Carrie Fisher in critical condition after heart attack
“Star Wars” actor Carrie Fisher is reportedly in critical condition after suffering a heart attack during a flight from London to Los Angeles. Ben Tracy has the latest from LA. Source
Report: Carrie Fisher suffers massive heart attack
Carrie Fisher, actress best known for her role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars series, was reportedly hospitalized after suffering a heart attack while on a Los Angeles-bound flight. Jennifer Peros, senior news editor for Entertainment Tonight, joins CBSN with more. Source