Country star Tim McGraw is defending his upcoming concert to benefit Newtown, Connecticut against accusations that he is a hypocrite. Also, Brandy makes her Broadway debut in a limited run of “Chicago.” Suzanne Marques reports on the day’s top entertainment stories. Source

Series star tells CBS News about the current season of the hit show and how much longer he sees it on the air Source

Country singer Tim McGraw is defending his decision to headline a benefit concert for the charity “Sandy Hook Promise.” As CBSN’s Jeff Glor reports, gun rights advocates called McGraw a hypocrite for taking part in what they consider a “gun control fundraiser.” Source

The country singer — and former female vocalist of the year winner — preps for the 50th anniversary of the Academy of Country Music Awards. Source

More than 80,000 country music fans are expected to jam AT&T Stadium near Dallas for the 50th Academy of Country Music Awards. Source

Dear Readers: the Duke of Hastings will sadly not be reprising his role for Season 2. Source

Since bursting into public consciousness (and onto tabloid pages) as the star of the “Twilight” franchise, Kristen Stewart has come under critical fire. “Sunday Morning” film critic David Edelstein disagrees, and with her latest role in “Clouds of Sils Maria,” offers praise for the young actress’ astonishing career. Source

“Orange Is the New Black” star Kate Mulgrew has played many strong characters in her time, but in writing her new memoir, “Born With Teeth,” she opens up about some painful subjects, including her choice to give her firstborn child up for adoption. Anthony Mason sits down with Mulgrew to hear about the actress’ search to find her daughter. Source

U.S. Capitol Police sent an alert to Capitol staff warning of an “external security threat” on Friday. Source

The officers and the suspect have been transported to local hospitals. Source