He was the late night host with an accent as unique as his talk show. Danielle Nottingham reports from Los Angeles with the details. Source

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting widespread flu activity in 29 states. So far this season, the virus has led to the deaths of 11 children. CBS News’ Kris Van Cleave looks at which parts of the country are getting hit the hardest. Source

It’s that time of year again where many children are suffering from sore throats and the sniffles. CBS News’ Alison Harmelin has tips on what you can do to keep your kids comfortable. Source

Stephen Colbert signed off “The Colbert Report” with a celebrity sing-along. “CBS This Morning” co-host Charlie Rose was there, and joins “CBSN” with more on why he thinks the comedian has made such a big impact. Source

The “CBS This Morning” crew, along with co-hosts Charlie Rose and Norah O’Donnell, surprise Gayle King with a birthday treat. Source

Sportswriter Dave Kindred compares Muhammed Ali and Colin Kaepernick’s activism. Source

Dave Kindred on seeing Muhammad Ali in “soft moments,” and getting in bed with the boxer. Source

Within the $1.9B American Rescue Plan recently signed by President Biden is a provision establishing an outbreak forecasting agency. 60 Minutes reported on calls for such an agency last year. Source

Today on “Face the Nation,” as President Biden prepares to unveil the next phase of his economic agenda, the continuing threat of COVID and a growing crisis at the border may complicate his plan. Source

Nick Dietz compiles some of the week’s best viral videos, including a tortoise helping out his friend, Google’s Year in Search 2014 and awesome people doing awesome things. Plus, a human-animal hybrid holiday feast. To see these videos in their entirety, click HERE. Source