CBS News president Susan Zirinsky welcomed attendees before the tenth 2020 Democratic presidential debate in Charleston, South Carolina. “Make no mistake about it; we are at a crossroads in American history,” Zirinsky said ahead of the debate, airing on CBS News. Source
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Veterinarian offers free checkups for homeless pets
Veterinarian Dr. Kwane Stewart started walking around San Diego, offering to give free check-ups to homeless peoples’ pets. He started expanding his care for pets in other cities, but he says his mission faces challenges. Source
The Silence Breakers speak after Weinstein’s conviction
“The era of impunity for powerful men who rape people is over,” actress Mira Sorvino said Monday. Source
The issues resonating with South Carolina voters
Former Vice President Joe Biden has long been looking at South Carolina as his firewall, but recent polling has showed his lead start to crumble. He will meet six other Democrats onstage Tuesday night in Charleston ahead of Saturday’s primary. CBS News 2020 campaign reporter LaCrai Mitchell, CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns, Washington Post reporter Sean Sullivan and The State political reporter Maayan Schechter join CBSN’s Elaine Quijano in Charleston to discuss. Source
Live updates: Democratic candidates to face off in South Carolina
Seven Democratic candidates for president will meet on the debate stage in Charleston, South Carolina, in a debate hosted by CBS News. Source
Bob Iger steps down as CEO of Disney
Disney announced Tuesday that CEO Bob Iger will step down from the role and become executive chairman through 2021, effective immediately. Following the announcement, shares of Disney fell about 2.5%. Source
Coronavirus cases in Italy jump to more than 300
There is an uptick in the number of coronavirus infections in Italy, despite efforts to quarantine the key infected regions of Northern Italy. Increases in infections have also been reported in countries like Austria, Croatia, Switzerland, France and Spain. Mark Phillips reports. Source
Harvey Weinstein accusers speak out following verdict
Harvey Weinstein is currently being held at the prison ward of a New York City hospital, one day after Weinstein was convicted of multiple charges that included rape. The verdict was cheered by some of Weinstein’s accusers who applauded the courage of the women who testified in court. Jericka Duncan reports. Source
U.S. economy takes hit in wake of coronavirus spread
The CDC has issued a warning that the U.S. could see more cases as the coronavirus spreads outside of China. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source
White House unveils $2.5 billion plan to fight coronavirus
The plan includes more than $1 billion to fund development of a vaccine. Source