Babies exposed to opioids in the womb face serious – and costly – consequences. Source
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Is high-potency THC linked to psychosis?
A new report by USA Today raises concerns about mental health risks linked to high-potency marijuana products and the potential for psychotic episodes. Jamie Yuccas reports. Source
Hallmark is reversing decision to pull ad of lesbian couple after major backlash
After major public backlash, the Hallmark Channel is reversing its controversial decision to pull Zola ads featuring a lesbian couple kissing at the altar. The CEO of Hallmark is now apologizing and says the company is “committed to diversity and inclusion.” Nikki Battiste reports. Source
Storm damages homes in Louisiana amid tornado warnings
About 1 million people live in an area of northeastern Louisiana and southwestern Mississippi that had a moderate chance of dangerous weather, forecasters said. Source
Barr taps top prosecutor for key Justice Department role
Seth DuCharme has worked closely on some of the most high profile federal cases of the last decade. Source
CBSN Special: Kennedy Center Honors 2019
The 42nd annual Kennedy Center Honors ceremony paid tribute to the artistic contributions of Earth, Wind & Fire, Sally Field, Linda Ronstadt, “Sesame Street,” and conductor Michael Tilson Thomas. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid was on the red carpet and spoke to the honorees and attendees. Source
U.N. climate talks end with widespread disappointment
A major U.N. climate summit in Madrid went 40 hours past its deadline, but attendees still barely agreed on a compromise. AP climate reporter Frank Jordans joins CBSN to discuss what negotiators accomplished and what still needs to be done. Source
James Comey admits “real sloppiness” in FISA warrants
Former FBI Director James Comey admitted the bureau acted with “real sloppiness” in its efforts to surveil a former Trump campaign aide as part of the Russia investigation. Bob Litt, a former general counsel of the office of the director of national intelligence, joins CBSN to discuss Comey’s remarks. Source
Controversial YouTube star PewDiePie is taking a break
Internet personality has drawn fire for anti-Semitic and racist remarks posted on his channel. Source
What’s in the U.S.-China “Phase One” trade deal
The Trump administration is touting the agreement as “momentous,” but trade experts see more modest progress. Source