The newest addition to the Smithsonian — the National Museum of African American History and Culture — explores centuries of history through 10 stories of artifacts. CBSN’s Vladimir Duthiers talks with museum curator Mary Elliott and assistant director Kinshasha Holman Conwill about the museum’s significance. Source
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‘Ndrangheta: Hunting members of the mafia that’s bigger than La Cosa Nostra
In Southern Italy, a herculean effort is underway to bring down a crime syndicate that’s less famous, but more powerful than the Cosa Nostra. Seth Doane reports for 60 Minutes+, now streaming on Paramount+. Source
Trump takes issue with Clinton’s “deplorables” comment
Hillary Clinton described “half” of Donald Trump’s supporters as a “basket of deplorables” at a fundraising event Friday. Trump called it the “biggest mistake of the political season,” adding that he respects her supporters despite their political views. CBS News’ Major Garrett has more on the controversy. Source
Clinton’s pneumonia ignites concerns, questions
After coughing all week on the campaign trail, Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton has been diagnosed with pneumonia. She was unable to stay at a service at ground zero on the anniversary of 9/11, and video shows her stumbling into a van to rest. CBS News’ Nancy Cordes has the details. Source
Eye on pets: Military dog honored for service in Iraq
A 21-gun salute was part of military dog Ireland’s memorial service. She served two tours in Iraq as a bomb-sniffing canine. Source
Wendy Williams: “I have no rhythm”
Can TV talk show host Wendy Williams dance, or perform the clapping game “Miss Mary Mack”? In this web exclusive Michelle Miller finds out. Source
Wendy Williams’ shoe collection
In this web exclusive correspondent Michelle Miller was invited to peruse TV talk show host Wendy Williams’ collection of footwear and bling. Source
Wendy Williams: Talk of the town
Wendy Williams started out in radio, building the foundation of her brand in New York’s hip hop industry. Known for getting the goods on the who’s-who in the Big Apple’s celeb circles, Williams took her career to a new level when she launched a daily talk show. She tells “Sunday Morning”‘s Michelle Miller how she became a media mogul all while being a mom and wife. Source
Demi Lovato kicks habit on climb to stardom
Demi Lovato seemed destined for superstardom, tapped to be the next Disney child star to hit the big time, similar to Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears. Her ascent to the mainstream nearly collapsed owing to addiction and mental health issues. But she’s claimed victory over substance abuse, and has continued her ascension in the pop world. She talks to Tracy Smith about sobriety and what played into her decision to become part-owner of the Los Angeles rehab center that saved her life. Source
Cars to make you swoon
Driving in style is pretty easy if you’re behind the wheel of a foreign import that’s also labeled a work of art. Anthony Mason took a trip to Nashville to get a real-life look at some dreamy rides parked inside a museum for “Belissima!,” an exhibition celebrating Italy’s post-war automotive renaissance. Source