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2/17: Millions in TX are without heat amid freezing cold temps. Dr. Fauci on Pres Biden's big vaccine promise. Feb 17, 2021

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Nearly three million Texans are without power this morning, two days after a deadly ice storm. Many are facing sub-freezing temperatures, which are life-threatening if you can't stay warm. Oklahoma is also facing brutal wind and snow. President Joe Biden held a town hall in Wisconsin last night, answering quite a few questions about the pandemic. Mr. Biden made a big promise when it comes to vaccinations. Dr. Anthony Fauci joins us to discuss the timetable the president set for when a COVID vaccine will be available to every American.

2/16: Tens of millions are facing a huge winter storm, causing a deadly tornado in NC and a power crisis in TX. Feb 16, 2021

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Breaking news overnight from North Carolina, where a confirmed tornado killed at least three people and injured at least 10 more in Brunswick County, in the southeastern part of the state. That tornado is part of a dangerous weather system wreaking havoc across much of the country. More than 115 million Americans will be under winter weather alerts as another storm system approaches. More than four million people have lost electricity across the South, mostly in Texas, where an ice storm and bitter cold have forced rolling blackouts. The mayor of Austin, Steve Adler, joins us to discuss the difficulties facing his residents. A 9-11 style commission will be established to investigate last month's assault on the Capitol. There's been a dramatic downturn in coronavirus cases and deaths.

Former NASCAR driver Bill Lester on pursing his passion for racing later in life and diversity in the sport Feb 15, 2021

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Before Bubba Wallace, Bill Lester was the last driver to compete on a regular basis at the top levels of NASCAR – that was in the early 2000s. Lester tells CBS News' Jericka Duncan why he decided to pursue a career in racing in his late 30s after a successful career as an engineer at Hewlett Packard. Lester's new memoir is Winning in Reverse Defying the Odds and Achieving Dreams, which is published by Pegasus, an imprint of Simon and Schuster, a division of ViacomCBS.

2/15: Bitter cold, wind and snow spread across the U.S. The Senate vote to acquit leaves the GOP divided. Feb 15, 2021

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Texas is now in a state of emergency, after some areas saw their first snowfall in years and the coldest temperatures in decades. That system is moving into the Midwest and Northeast, covering roads in snow and causing major problems for drivers. The debate over masks and the coronavirus is entering a new phase - multiple states have recently dropped their mask mandates, against the advice of the CDC. The Republican party is at a crossroads, after Saturday's vote to acquit former President Trump of inciting an insurrection. Senator Mitch McConnell voted to acquit the former president on constitutional grounds, but he made clear in his blistering remarks that Mr. Trump could face criminal charges for his role in inciting violence, and said that even former presidents are not immune from prosecution.

2/12: CDC unveils guidelines for reopening schools. New Orleans crack down on Mardi Gras celebrations. Feb 12, 2021

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The CDC plans to unveil long-awaited guidelines today for reopening K through 12 schools, and we have details first from a draft internal summary obtained by CBS News. The defense will take center stage today in former President Trump's impeachment trial over the assault on the Capitol. This should be Mardi Gras weekend in New Orleans, but police are cracking down to prevent another jump in coronavirus cases. 65 million Americans are under winter weather alerts. A deadly Texas pile-up shows the dangers of a brutal weekend of weather ahead. This week's "60 Minutes" investigates one of the most sophisticated cybersecurity breaches in U.S. history. Investigators believe Russia is behind the massive hack that hit several federal agencies, including the Treasury, Commerce, and Justice departments.

Fisher Stevens on directing Justin Timberlake in the new movie "Palmer" Feb 12, 2021

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Oscar winner Fisher Stevens discusses directing the new Apple TV + film "Palmer" with CBS News' Jamie Wax. He shares how they were able to shoot the film in just 25 days and why the relationship between Justin Timberlake and his young co-star was key. Stevens tells Wax why it was important to create the feeling of a theater company on set, similar to the dynamic on the set of HBO's hit series "Succession" - in which Stevens is currently stars in as a series regular. He also shares his reaction to the blockbuster success of "Tiger King," which he executive produced.

2/11: House impeachment managers share moments that give new perspective to the January 6th Capitol riot. Feb 11, 2021

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The assault on the Capitol on January 6th shook America. We all thought we knew what happened during the attack. But yesterday, during former President Trump's second impeachment trial, we got to see and hear moments that give new perspective on that terrible day. We'll get more arguments today from House impeachment managers, making the case against Mr. Trump. One million coronavirus vaccine doses are on their way to pharmacies across the U.S., part of a new federal program to expand access. Dr. Ashish Jha joins us to discuss the coronavirus vaccines and variants.

Ida B. Wells' great-granddaughter on her life and legacy Feb 10, 2021

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As we continue to mark Black History Month, the great-granddaughter of Ida B. Wells and author of "Ida B. the Queen: The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Ida B. Wells" Michelle Duster joins CBS News' Adriana Diaz to discuss the life and legacy of the pioneering journalist and anti-lynching crusader.

2/10: A stunning start to the impeachment trial of former Pres Trump. The Biden admin's plans to reopen schools. Feb 10, 2021

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Opening arguments officially begin today in former President Trump's second impeachment trial. Yesterday, House impeachment managers drew a direct line between the ex-president's words, and the violence on January 6th, while Mr. Trump's defense attorneys were met with bipartisan confusion. President Biden's plan to reopen schools is now due to come out on Friday, as public schools across the country have struggled with COVID safety upgrades. We're getting new insight into how the coronavirus mutates from a team of doctors who studied one extraordinary case. Much of the country faces a blast of bitterly cold weather this morning.

2/9: Former Pres Trump's second impeachment trial begins. The vaccine rollout is picking up speed. Feb 09, 2021

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Former President Trump goes on trial today in the U.S. Senate, as the first president ever to face impeachment after leaving office. The charge is inciting an insurrection, for directing his supporters to Washington last month on bogus election fraud claims, and then sending them to the Capitol, in his words, to "fight like hell.” During the trial, House impeachment managers will try to draw a direct link between the former president's words, and the actions of the mob. We take a closer look at the timeline of the riot and what investigators are learning. The House of Representatives is mourning Texas congressman Ron Wright. Health experts warn a coronavirus variant first detected in Britain will become the dominant U.S. strain in a matter of weeks, making vaccinations even more urgent. A hacking attack on a water treatment plant is raising big questions about the vulnerability of critical facilities nationwide. We learned overnight that Motown legend Mary Wilson has died.

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