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Hollywood talent agency holds protest instead of pre-Oscar party

Hollywood is taking aim at President Trump’s proposed travel ban ahead of Sunday night’s Academy Awards ceremony. Around 1,000 people rallied in Beverly Hills outside the headquarters of United Talent Agency, railing against Mr. Trump’s proposed travel restrictions on seven Muslim-majority countries. Jamie Yuccas reports. Source

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Sock company Bombas gives back with “bee better” mission

Bombas launched in 2013 after its co-founders learned socks are the most requested clothing item at homeless shelters. With their “buy one, donate one” concept, more than 2 million socks have been donated. Bombas co-founders Randy Goldberg and Dave Heath join “CBS This Morning” to discuss their company’s mission. Source

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“48 Hours” explores what it takes for stalking victims to get justice

An estimated 7.5 million men and women are stalked each year – and those are just the reported cases. Many victims are hesitant to speak out, finding it hard to bring their stalker to justice. In a special two-hour show airing Saturday at 10/9c, correspondent Erin Moriarty investigates the powerful issue of stalking and the women – including CBS’ NCIS star Pauley Perrette – who are speaking out to save lives. Source

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Why some business owners oppose New Orleans security plan

New Orleans is launching a $40 million security effort to fight a dramatic spike in crime. The city is adding surveillance cameras, extra lighting and a potential restriction on bars. New Orleans saw 60 murders in the third quarter of 2016, a 54 percent jump from the year before. David Begnaud reports from Bourbon Street. Source

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Liz Cheney says McConnell and McCarthy are GOP’s leaders, not Trump

House Republicans are clashing over the party’s future as they wrap up a major political conference in Florida. Former President Trump was notably absent, and Congresswoman Liz Cheney appeared to deepen the divide by saying Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy are the party’s leaders. CBS News congressional reporter Zak Hudak joins CBSN AM to discuss. Source

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New twist in Kim Jong Nam assassination

There is a new twist in the airport murder of the half-brother of North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un. Investigators in Malaysia say the female suspects attacked him from behind and wiped his face with poison. Adriana Diaz reports. Source

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