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Study finds COVID-19 cases, transmission rate remain low in NYC schools

Parents concerned about sending their kids back to school can breathe a little easier, according to a study published in the journal “Pediatrics.” The transmission rate at schools in New York City open between October and December was only about half a percent. Dr. Neeta Ogden spoke with Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBSN about what this means for the reopening of schools around the U.S. and a new type of test that could shed light on just how widely the coronavirus spread before testing was available. Source

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Advanced AI drones being used by police agencies

California-based tech startup Skydio has developed an advanced AI drone that can pilot itself and avoid obstacles. They have already been added to over 20 U.S. police agencies’ drone fleets. Forbes associate editor Thomas Brewster joins “CBSN AM” to discuss. Source

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Three men freed from prison after murder case falls apart 24 years later

Three men are enjoying life outside of prison after a judge overturned their convictions – 24 years after they were placed behind bars. Their attorneys say the case was built on false confessions and that the men were victims of prosecutorial misconduct and racial bias. Those men spoke to Nikki Battiste days after their release. Source

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Dua Lipa on Grammy-nominated album and wanting to “put some optimism out there”

Dua Lipa is nominated for six Grammys, including Song of the Year and Album of The Year, for her second album, “Future Nostalgia.” The 25-year-old singer-songwriter spoke with “CBS This Morning” co-host Gayle King about the making of “Future Nostalgia,” wanting to provide some escapism during lockdown and how her struggle to embrace her success as a songwriter has taught her it’s okay to make “cheesy” music. Source

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