While the U.S. economy shrank by 3.5% last year, the U.K. economy contracted by nearly 10%. Source

Protesters marched Saturday despite an order banning gatherings of five or more people. Source

In an email to his Senate Republican colleagues, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said he’ll vote to acquit Mr. Trump, according to a Senate staffer. Source

When a chef earns a prestigious degree from The Culinary Institute of America and receives the coveted James Beard Award, they are usually found in high-end restaurants. But that is not where Chef Joseph Johnson finds himself – instead, he’s turned his talents towards bringing healthy food to his community. Michelle Miller has the details. Source

For the people of New Orleans, Louisiana, Mardi Gras is more than just the world’s biggest free party. It is the throbbing, pulsing, beating heart of the city’s culture. But the coronavirus pandemic put much of that on hold after the city of New Orleans announced on Friday that the city would close all bars, ban the sale of to-go drinks, and halt all large gatherings from February 12 to February 16. Despite the COVID-19 restrictions, the ever-creative residents of New Orleans have found a whole new canvas for their artistic expression. Jamie Wax has the details. Source

The university has launched a study to assess the safety of its vaccine with AstraZeneca​ in children for the first time. Source

In an email to his Senate Republican colleagues, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said he’ll vote to acquit Mr. Trump, according to a Senate staffer. Source

Flowers are a Valentine’s Day tradition, and while they come in many colors, the people who grow and deliver them have their eye on plenty of green. This year, Americans celebrating the holiday plan to spend an average of $196 on gifts. But as Nancy Chen reports, getting millions of fresh bouquets from growers to grateful recipients requires a monumental effort. Source

A dramatic rescue unfolded in Ohio after a police officer and bystanders rushed to pull an unconscious driver out of a wrecked vehicle, moments before the car burst into flames. The rescue was caught on the officer’s dashboard camera. Dana Jacobson has the details. Source

In newly obtained interrogation excerpts, some exclusive to “48 Hours,” Fotis Dulos’ girlfriend, Michelle Troconis, repeatedly denies any involvement in Jennifer Dulos’ disappearance. Source