With child care costs averaging at about $10,000 per year, many Iowans struggle to make ends meet. CBS News takes a look at how this affects caucus voters in Every State Has a Story. Source
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Facebook to take action against fake posts about coronavirus
Social media company has drawn fire for allowing hoaxes and misleading posts about the outbreak to go unchecked. Source
2020 Democrats fight for spotlight in Iowa
President Trump held a rally in Iowa to fight for spotlight as Democratic candidates focus on the state. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joined CBSN from Des Moines and shared what voters are feeling ahead of the caucuses on Monday. Source
Michigan woman convicted of murder and arson speaks out for first time since release from prison
In this week’s “48 Hours,” a Michigan woman was convicted of murder and arson after authorities say she set her home on fire to kill her husband and then ran him over with a van when he escaped the flames. She was sentenced to life in prison but convinced a judge that she didn’t get a fair trial and was released. “48 Hours” correspondent Erin Moriarty joined “CBSN AM” with more. Source
Worst locust outbreak in decades ravages East Africa, threatens food supply
The worst locus crisis in decades is ravaging Kenya, Ethiopia and Somalia and threatening the region’s food supply. The United Nations has called for $76 million to help stop it from spreading. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta joins CBSN from Johannesburg with the latest developments. Source
Heat wave threatens to reignite Australia bushfires
Firefighters in Australia are on high alert as the country braces for another heat wave. Scorching temperatures mixed with high winds threaten to reignite wildfires in New South Wales. Source
Ways to negotiate down a costly medical bill
As a paying patient, there are steps you can take to potentially reduce what you owe your health care provider. Source
Mom of missing kids misses deadline to bring them to authorities
They were last seen in September in Idaho. Their mother and her new husband were found in Hawaii. Three mysterious deaths may be linked to the couple. So may a cult. Source
Teen suspended for dreadlocks invited to Oscars by “Hair Love” team
Matthew A. Cherry said he wants to bring a spotlight to DeAndre Arnold’s story and the CROWN Act. Source
Amazon shares jump on milestone of 150 million Prime members
The retailer’s shares rose almost 11% in pre-market trading after reporting strong holiday results on Thursday. Source