The cybersecurity firm FireEye said its systems were successfully targeted by state-sponsored hackers, and tools were stolen from a digital vault that could be repurposed to stage new attacks worldwide. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson joins Anne-Marie Green on “CBSN AM” to talk about the ramifications of the brazen hack. Source
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14 fired or suspended following probe into Fort Hood soldier’s death
Firings and suspensions were announced following an investigation into a culture of discrimination, harassment and assault at Fort Hood. Source
Watch Live: Pentagon officials give update on COVID-19 vaccine distribution
As part of Operation Warp Speed, the Department of Defense will coordinate distributing COVID-19 vaccines. Source
Latest popular movies, books to enjoy this holiday season
Variety senior correspondent Elizabeth Wagmeister joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the latest and most popular movies, TV shows and books this holiday season. She’ll talk about some of her top recommendations to help people enjoy all the time that they’re spending at home. Source
Walgreens executive on COVID-19 vaccine distribution to long-term care facilities
Rick Gates, senior vice president of pharmacy and healthcare at Walgreens, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the company’s plans to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine, including to long-term care facilities. Source
Watch Live: Cuomo makes announcement at COVID-19 briefing
He laid out more plans to make sure hospitals don’t become overwhelmed and warned he may shut down indoor dining in New York City. Source
Hawaii surfer injured in shark attack; surfing event postponed
Photos released by the state show a surfboard with what appears to be a bite mark roughly 17 inches wide. Source
President-elect pledges 100 million vaccine doses for Americans in first 100 days in office
Laying out his plan to combat the coronavirus pandemic, President-elect Joe Biden said Tuesday he wants 100 million vaccine doses given to Americans in his first 100 days. The announcement came as Biden continues to select cabinet picks. CBS News has learned he plans to nominate Ohio Rep. Marcia Fudge to run the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and Tom Vilsack as Secretary of Agriculture, a post he held during the Obama Administration. Ed O’Keefe reports. Source
Olivia Jade addresses college admissions scandal that landed parents in prison
Olivia Jade, the daughter of Hollywood actress Lori Loughlin and fashion designer Mossimo Giannulli, is speaking publicly about the college admissions scandal for the first time. Carter Evans has more on her response. Source
Department of Justice announces it will investigate Casey Goodson Jr. police shooting
The family of Casey Goodson Jr. says the 23-year-old was a law-abiding citizen who was wrongfully shot by a police officer while he was entering his home, and died in his kitchen in front of horrified family members. But authorities say he was seen waving his gun at an officer moments before, and refused commands to lay it down. Jeff Pegues has more. Source