Senate Democratic leaders said Pence presiding over the confirmation vote would be a “violation of common decency and courtesy.” Source
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Lizzo campaigns for Biden in Michigan
Lizzo isn’t the only celebrity who hit the campaign trail this weekend. Source
Dunkin’ Donuts in talks to be bought by Arby’s owner
Restaurant operator Inspire Brands looking to expand its growing portfolio of fast-food chains. Source
Dozens of ballots destroyed after fire set at Boston dropbox
Officials called the alleged arson “a disgrace to democracy, a disrespect to the voters fulfilling their civic duty, and a crime.” Source
Moon may have a lot more water than once thought
Studies suggest there could be ice stored in permanently shadowed “cold traps” at lunar polar regions. Source
Walmart sues U.S. over its responsibility in opioid crisis
Retailer gets legal jump on feds amid questions over whether its pharmacies may have fueled drug epidemic. Source
Lawmaker who defended teacher’s beheading faces probe
Samuel Paty was murdered in the street outside his school, sparking outrage and rallies supporting freedom of expression in France. Source
Saturday Sessions: Jeff Tweedy performs “A Robin or Wren”
Like many of us, Jeff Tweedy, the celebrated frontman for the band Wilco, has spent much of the year hanging around the house. But quarantine hasn’t slowed down Tweedy’s prolific writing. This month he released a book and, on Friday, a new solo album. He joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to perform “A Robin or Wren.” Source
Ohio Democrats in heavily Republican area hope to dent GOP dominance in presidential election
Democrats in Ohio’s Appalachian region are approaching the 2020 general election with a mix of optimism and concern. Though there’s little chance Joe Biden could win in this heavily conservative area, they’re hoping he can diminish Republicans’ lead enough to win the state. CBS News 2020 campaign reporter Jack Turman joins CBSN anchors Vlad Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to talk about his reporting from the Buckeye State. Source
PG&E cuts power to parts of Northern California amid wildfire threat
Fierce winds are raising concerns about wildfires in California. Meanwhile in the Caribbean, Tropical Storm Zeta continues to strengthen. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN with details. Source