How we educate our children has changed drastically during the pandemic — and for many, online learning is the only option. In Rome, teachers are thinking outside the box to find ways to inspire their students. Chris Livesay shows us how. Source

The pandemic is on the rise across the U.S. as Christmas week approaches. Hospitals and ICUs are overwhelmed, and California is reporting that more people are dying now than at any point in the pandemic. Lilia Luciano has the latest. Source

As the pandemic continues its assault, the season usually defined by joy is increasingly marked by grief. Michael George reports. Source

The first shipment of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine has begun rolling out of a Memphis facility for nationwide distribution. Errol Barnett reports. Source

The British government has warned that a new strain of the coronavirus is “out of control.” In response, several European countries are now restricting travel to the U.K. Elizabeth Palmer reports. Source

It’s unclear when they will vote on it, although the government is set to shutdown if a deal is not reached by midnight. Source

Democrats and Republicans have “finalized a deal” on a $900 billion COVID-19 relief package. It’s unclear when they will vote on it, although the government is set to shutdown if a deal is not reached by midnight. Chip Reid has the latest. Source

The first shipment of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine has begun rolling out of a Memphis facility for nationwide distribution. Errol Barnett reports. Source

Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News” anchored by Jericka Duncan. Source

Virginia Senator Tim Kaine, a former 2016 Democratic vice presidential nominee, is now campaigning on behalf of Democrats in Georgia’s Senate runoff. He joins CBSN’s Lana Zak to discuss why he thinks Georgia Republican Senators Kelly Loeffler and David Perdue are guilty of “anti-democratic” behavior. Source