The Republican-controlled state legislature asked a federal court Monday to either dismiss a lawsuit seeking to stop the voter purge altogether or put the case on hold. Source
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Iran threatens U.S. as stampede forces delay of general’s burial
At least 40 people were killed as thousands turned up to mourn Qassem Soleimani 4 days after he was killed by a U.S. drone strike. Source
Northeast states are among the fastest warming in the U.S.
Northeast states are among the fastest warming in the U.S. Scientists blame the dramatic warming of the Atlantic Ocean for temperature increases on land. Kyle Bagenstose, Northeast investigative reporter for USA Today, joined “CBSN AM” from Philadelphia to discuss. Source
Rascal Flatts announce farewell tour
Rascal Flatts have sold more than 23 million albums and are the most awarded country group of the last decade. Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus and Joe Don Rooney join “CBS This Morning” to announce their farewell tour, marking their 20th anniversary. Source
New book details how personality, culture and workplace habits impact aging
A new book shows how we can all make the most of our lives as we grow older, starting today and even stretching into our 90s. “Successful Aging” is by best selling author, neuroscientist and cognitive psychologist Daniel Levitin. He joined “CBS This Morning” to talk about the book. Source
As Australian fires rage, officer warns: “We cannot guarantee your safety”
At least 25 have died as a result of brushfires since September – and flames are expected to intensify once again Source
Country music stars Rascal Flatts announce farewell tour
The Rascal Flatts Farewell: Life Is A Highway Tour will kick off in Indianapolis in June. Source
Gangs allegedly run Mississippi prison where inmates were killed
Almost half the roughly 1,300 corrections positions in three major facilities in Mississippi remain unfilled. Source
Americans in China warned over spreading mystery illness
U.S. Embassy urges anyone traveling to the city where the “pneumonia outbreak of unknown cause” is centered to avoid animals and sick people. Source
U.S. collecting DNA from some migrants
The federal government is now forcing some migrants in custody to give DNA samples. The controversial pilot program promoted by the Trump administration kicked off Monday. Border Patrol agents have been instructed to collect DNA through cheek swabs at two entry points on the U.S. borders with Canada and Mexico. In some cases, that includes migrants as young as 14. Source