Inauguration security plans in Washington, D.C. are under scrutiny after last week’s storming of the U.S. Capitol building. CBS News political correspondent Ed O’Keefe and Boston Globe deputy Washington bureau chief Liz Goodwin join CBSN’s “Red & Blue” host Elaine Quijano to discuss what authorities are preparing for. Source
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Former governor expected to face charges over Flint water crisis
Children in the city were exposed to dangerous levels of lead in the water, causing long-term health problems. Source
FBI report warned of “war” at Capitol a day before fatal riot
An FBI notice a day before the deadly siege of the U.S. Capitol warned of “war.” But Capitol security was not increased to meet the threat. Jeff Pegues has the latest. Source
These House Republicans say they will vote to impeach Trump
Three House Republicans so far, including one in GOP leadership, have said they will vote to impeach him. Source
House to vote on resolution urging Pence to invoke 25th Amendment
House lawmakers are voting on a resolution that asks Vice President Pence to invoke the 25th Amendment against President Trump in wake of the deadly U.S. Capitol attack. Nancy Cordes reports. Source
Trump calls speech before deadly riot “totally appropriate”
President Trump says there was nothing wrong with what he said at a rally that incited the storming of the Capitol. Ben Tracy reports. Source
Pet food recall expanded after more than 70 dogs die
FDA investigates potentially fatal levels of aflatoxins, poisons produced by mold that’s not necessarily visible. Source
“Law & Order: SVU” hiring unemployed Broadway actors
Aside from being local, Broadway actors also have qualities needed for the show, showrunner Warren Leight said. Source
Greenhouse gas emissions in U.S. were lowest since WWII
A report by the Rhodium Group says the pandemic resulted in a 10.3% drop in greenhouse gas emissions – but the downward trend might not stick. Source
Health care jobs top U.S. News’ list of 100 “Best Jobs”
More than 40 of the top 100 jobs on U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of the best professions for 2021 are in health care. Jobs were assessed based on a range of factors, including salary, work-life balance and projected industry growth. Source