Some Republicans are proposing a lower income threshold, at $40,000 for single people and $80,000 for married couples. Source
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Democrats kick off process to fast-track COVID relief package
The budget resolution is the first step in the budget reconciliation process. Source
Verizon plans Super Bowl rollout for ultra-fast 5G
There’s a lot riding on the rollout for NFL and Verizon, which has billed 5G as a core part of the infrastructure for future stadiums. Source
Dustin Diamond, “Saved by the Bell” star, has died at 44
“Saved by the Bell” star Dustin Diamond died Monday after a three-week fight with carcinoma, according to his representatives. Source
Subway defends its tuna salad, insisting “ITSREAL”
Looking to deflect claims in a lawsuit, sandwich chain offers promo code “ITSREAL” for 15% off tuna footlongs. Source
NFL star tackles human trafficking ahead of Super Bowl
“They’re able to get away with it because it operates in the shadows,” Cousins told CBS News. Source
The significance of Black History Month in 2021
It’s been 45 years since “Negro History Week” expanded into Black History Month. This year, the celebration of the contributions of Black people comes in the wake of widespread protests over the death of George Floyd and a racial reckoning across the United States. Marc Morial, president of the National Urban League, joins CBSN’s Tanya Rivero to discuss. Source
Should fewer Americans get a stimulus check?
As President Biden meets with Republican senators to discuss a coronavirus relief package, some say the next round of stimulus checks should be targeted at those who need help most. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi joined CBSN to talk about which Americans might get checks this time around. Source
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Health experts warn about spread of new variants; Giant pandas enjoy Washington Winter Wonderland Source
NAACP leader on the importance of Black History Month
NAACP president and CEO Derrick Johnson joined CBSN to discuss the importance of understanding Black history as well as how the NAACP is marking its 112th anniversary. Source