After a failed app caused chaos during the Iowa caucuses earlier this month, Nevada Democrats scrapped plans to use the same technology. Since then, they’ve created a new “Caucus Calculator” tool which is set to roll out this Saturday. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson joins CBSN with details about what he’s learned about the tool and caucus cybersecurity. Source
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Trump taps Richard Grenell as acting head of intelligence
Grenell, the U.S. ambassador to Germany, has curried favor with the president with his support. Source
Several killed in shooting in Germany
At least five people were seriously injured, according to police. Source
Meghan and Harry to step down as senior royals on March 31
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will officially step down as senior members of the royal family on March 31. But it’s still unclear if they’ll be able to use the “Sussex Royal” brand to sell products. Elizabeth Palmer reports. Source
Shooting near Frankfurt leaves several dead
Several people are dead after a mass shooting in a city near Frankfurt. There are reports that victims were shot at two separate hookah lounges. Source
Tesla tricked into speeding with simple electrical tape
A security firm says its car test highlights some of the potential pitfalls of automated driving systems. Source
2 teens arrested for California library blaze that killed firefighter
Librarians evacuated people inside the library and alerted police to two suspicious teenagers seen running away. Source
88-year-old crossing guard dies saving kids from being hit by car
“We just want his family to know what a loving heart he had and the community to know what a blessing he was for our community,” Principal Cathy Fithian said. Source
Koalas named after fallen U.S. firefighters
Three koalas have been named in honor of the American firefighters killed in a plane crash fighting the Australian bushfires. Ian, Rick, and Paul were named by a koala conservationist that lost his home and sanctuary in the blaze. Source
Blagojevich thanks Trump for commuting sentence
Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich is thanking President Trump for commuting his 14-year prison sentence for corruption charges. CBS News White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joined CBSN to discuss why the president took this step. Source