The family of a 12-year-old boy say he came down with symptoms on a Monday, and by Tuesday, he had died. This comes as the number of flu deaths is up nationwide. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports. Source
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Why undefeated boxer is dedicating next fight to agricultural workers
“I see how hard they work, I see the work ethic and you know, they really shaped me,” said Ramirez, who worked as a farm worker as a teen. Source
White House reveals framework of immigration proposal
The White House revealed the framework of its immigration proposal Thursday, which includes protections for “Dreamers.” But President Trump wants something in return. CBS News chief White House correspondent Major Garrett reports. Source
DOJ watchdog says missing FBI texts recovered using “forensic tools”
The inspector general at the Department of Justice has revealed that it has recovered at least a portion of missing text messages from FBI devices using “forensic tools,” according to a letter to Congress obtained by CBS News. CBS News’ justice reporter Paula Reid reports for CBSN. Source
Trump immigration plan includes citizenship path for 1.8 million “Dreamers”
The White House’s immigration proposal includes a pathway to citizenship for 1.8 million “Dreamers” in exchange for $25 billion for border security and enforcement. The framework also includes changes to the visa lottery program and immigration by family members. The administration will bring the plan to Congress next week. CBSN’s Reena Ninan reports. Source
Trump takes “America First” agenda on the road to Davos
President Trump is in Davos, Switzerland, to urge businesses to invest in the United States. He also held meetings with world leaders along the sidelines of the World Economic Forum. Niall Stanage, White House columnist for The Hill, joins CBSN to explain the challenges the president faces abroad. Source
North Carolina man gives cancer patients a much-needed lift
Our continuing series, A More Perfect Union, aims to show that what unites us as Americans is far greater than what divides us. In this installment, we share the story of a man inspired by his own mother’s health struggle. Zach Bolster is giving cancer patients a better shot at fighting the disease simply by giving them a ride. Mark Strassmann reports. Source
Parents in disbelief over 12-year-old’s flu death
Dylan Winnick, 12, is among the latest victims of the widespread flu epidemic. The flu has killed more than 30 children nationwide since October. Dr. Tara Narula reports. Source
Why herbal supplements taken with prescription drugs may be risky
A new study highlights potentially dangerous interactions between herbal supplements and prescription medications. Researchers looked at dozens of reports of serious drug interactions among patients with disorders like high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer and depression. They found herbal supplements may affect medications’ effectiveness or have side-effects. Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the risks. Source
Trump’s lasting impact on nation’s courts
President Trump is already making a huge impact on the nation’s courts, one year into his term. With help from Republicans in the Senate, the president won confirmation for 23 federal judges, including a Supreme Court justice, 12 circuit court judges and 10 district court judges. Jan Crawford reports. Source