For the first time in 152 years, the incoming and departing presidents won’t be together during an inauguration. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett reflects on the crucial role presidential inaugurations have in the stability of our nation. Source
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“Helps the soul”: Chorus finds a way to perform from cars
Using their car radios and some tech savvy, the Luminous Voices chamber choir in Calgary found a way to sing together from a distance. Source
Canadian choir uses technology to sing together while social distancing in cars
The Luminous Voices Chamber Choir in Calgary, Canada, improvised a way to sing together while social distancing in their cars, thanks to the help of technology. The choir even pulled off a concert this way in December. Adriana Diaz has more. Source
Chicago man harassed after being wrongly identified on social media as Capitol Hill rioter
Internet sleuths on social media played a role in identifying those involved in the Capitol Hill riot. But David Quintavalle, a retired Chicago firefighter, has been falsely accused as taking part in the assault and is being threatened online. CBS Chicago’s Charlie De Mar reports. Source
Trump mulling sendoff while refusing to attend Biden inauguration
With just four days left in his presidency, President Trump is considering a final military sendoff on the morning of Biden’s inauguration. Meanwhile, the Senate is preparing for his impeachment trial. Nikole Killion has more. Source
Governors slam slow vaccine distribution as coronavirus infections surge
Governors across the country are frustrated over Operation Warp Speed’s sluggish vaccine distribution while coronavirus cases continue to surge nationwide. Danya Bacchus reports. Source
Climate scientists sound the alarm on a climate “tipping point”
President-elect Joe Biden has promised to rejoin the Paris Agreement and to implement policy addressing climate change. Some scientists say time is running out, and warn of a “ghastly future” if immediate action is not taken against global warming. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli discusses the importance of addressing climate change. Source
Washington, D.C. fortifies security ahead of Biden inauguration
The nation’s capital is on lockdown as it prepares for the upcoming Biden inauguration. Kris Van Cleave reports on the unprecedented enhancement of security for an inauguration. Source
Moon rocket test firing aborted after engine shutdown
It was not immediately clear what went wrong or what will be needed to fix it. Source
“CBS Weekend News” headlines for Saturday, January 16, 2021
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News with Adriana Diaz.” Source