U.S. coronavirus cases down but demand for vaccines is also falling; Chinese rocket to crash to Earth this weekend Source
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Michael Flynn pleads guilty to lying to FBI
Former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn pleaded guilty to lying to the FBI as part of the special counsel investigation into Russian meddling in the 2016 election. CBS News justice reporter Paula Reid and CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joined CBSN to discuss his plea and the next steps in the investigation. Source
Michael Flynn’s fall from the Trump administration
Michael Flynn lost his job just 23 days into the Trump presidency for misleading Vice President Pence about his contacts with then-Russian Ambassador to the U.S. Sergei Kislyak. Now, a year later, Flynn is facing a charge by the special counsel for lying to the FBI. Source
Comedy legend Carol Burnett reflects on her career
Carol Burnett is celebrating the 50th anniversary of her groundbreaking and eponymous variety show. Mo Rocca spoke with the comedy legend about her iconic career and return to primetime. You can watch the two-hour “Carol Burnett 50th Anniversary Special” on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017 at 8/7c on CBS. Source
Model Ashley Graham says her career was “not an overnight success”
In 2016 model Ashley Graham became the first so-called “plus-size model” on the cover of Sports Illustrated’s swimsuit edition. Since then, the 30-year-old wrote a book, started her own lingerie line, and became one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People. Gayle King spoke to Graham for CBS “Sunday Morning.” Watch the full report Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017. Source
Manhattan DA not moving forward with Harvey Weinstein case?
CBS News has learned the Manhattan District Attorney’s office informed people involved in the case they are not looking to move forward in an investigation centered around rape allegations against Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein. The accusations were brought forward by actress Paz de la Huerta. Jericka Duncan reports. Source
Risks to watch for when taking cold and flu remedies
Last year, Americans reportedly spent nearly $6 billion on remedies for runny noses and sore throats. But over-the-counter medications can have risks. High doses of acetaminophen send nearly 60,000 people to the emergency room each year. Consumer Reports deputy editor Lisa Gill joins “CBS This Morning” to offer practical tips for the cold season. Source
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NBC News Fires Anchor Matt Lauer; Prince William on Harry’s Engagement Source
Senate votes to begin debate on GOP tax bill
The Senate voted along party lines Wednesday evening to begin debating the GOP tax bill. Colin Wilhelm from Politico joins CBSN, and says senators could vote on a final version of the bill by the end of this week. Source
Public radio host Garrison Keillor fired for alleged improper behavior
Garrison Keillor, the former host of “A Prairie Home Companion,” says he’s been fired by Minnesota Public Radio over an allegation of improper behavior. Keillor told The Associated Press of his firing in an email. Source