Thousands of far-right online users have moved from mainstream social media platforms to lesser-known sites such as Parler, Signal and Telegram to continue their dialogue. Because some of these conversations are encrypted, law enforcement is facing a new challenge in tracking potential threats ahead of Inauguration Day. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson joined “CBSN AM” to discuss what he’s seeing. Source
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Live Updates: Nearby fire prompts brief security scare at Capitol
Capitol Police said a fire under a highway several blocks south of the Capitol prompted a lockdown. Source
State Capitols increase security before inauguration as authorities make more riot arrests
Protests at state Capitols across the country remained relatively calm this weekend, but the FBI is warning all 50 states to be on high alert for possible violence ahead of President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration. Meanwhile, Capitol authorities ramp up arrests stemming from the riots on January 6. David Begnaud reports. Source
Dr. Agus on COVID-19 vaccine distribution, new variants and increases in cases
Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the latest on COVID-19 vaccine rollout efforts and concerns over the emergence of new variants as the United States approaches 400,000 deaths. Source
Event planning firm honors Lenox Hill Hospital health care workers
Lenox Hill Hospital workers were treated to care packages in a token of appreciation for everything the New York City hospital employees have faced during the deadly coronavirus pandemic. Melissa Rosenbloom and Claudia Warner, the executive vice presidents of luxury service company Gourmet Advisory Services, join CBSN to share how they came together to honor frontline workers. Source
Fired Florida COVID data scientist arrested: “Censored by the state”
“Insurrectionists planning attacks across the country this week and Florida is jailing scientists for the crimes of knowing and speaking,” she tweeted. Source
Biden outlines his top priorities as Trump prepares to leave office
The incoming Biden administration has announced executive actions and legislative proposals it intends to implement during their first 10 days in office. This comes as President Trump makes plans for pardons in his final days in power. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joined CBSN to discuss what we can expect. Source
“Sunday Morning” Matinee: “Paradise Square”
The new musical tells a story set in 1863 New York, in the violent Five Points neighborhood, where Irish and Black cultures meet. Watch an excerpt. Source
New museum honors African American musicians who “paved the way”
The National Museum of African American Music has more than 1,600 artifacts and memorabilia to help tell the story of Black trailblazers and innovators. Source
Biden plans executive action on immigration, but warns of delay on bill
The president-elect told Latino leaders that his immigration bill may not pass during his first 100 days in office, citing the pandemic and Senate impeachment trial. Source