In 1992 Alan Baldwin starred in a Broadway revival of Tennessee Williams’ “A Streetcar Named Desire,” playing the volatile Stanley Kowalski. In this web exclusive, he tells “Sunday Morning” correspondent Rita Braver about the painful fallout from an on-stage injury, and the acting lessons he got from Broadway stagehands as a result. Source
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Alec Baldwin: “I thought I was a genius” about substance abuse
In this web exclusive, the actor (who has just published a new memoir, “Nevertheless”) opens up to “Sunday Morning” correspondent Rita Braver about his attitude in the 1980s when he abused drugs and alcohol until a near-fatal incident led to his sobriety at age 26. Source
Alec Baldwin on the paparazzi
In this web exclusive, actor Alec Baldwin talks with Rita Braver about his run-ins with tabloid photographers, including his decision to “take the law into my own hands.” Source
New treatment for dangerous form of cancer to be fast-tracked by FDA
The Food and Drug Administration agreed to give a priority review to what could be a breakthrough in treating a form of cancer that will strike 70,000 people this year. Dr. Jon LaPook has the details. Source
NAACP, Planned Parenthood pen letter supporting D.C. statehood
The letter, signed by more than 250 prominent women of color, calls statehood “a matter of life and death.” Source
Cyber experts say Russian operatives have spread fake news for years
During a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing, experts said Russia’s intricate cyber warfare tactics have been ongoing for years. CBS News justice and homeland security correspondent Jeff Pegues explains on CBSN. Source
Former Trump adviser Michael Flynn seeks protection for Russia testimony
Former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn is asking for legal protection in exchange for his “story” about Russia’s interference in the 2016 presidential election. CBS News chief Washington correspondent John Dickerson discusses what Michael Flynn may know on CBSN. Source
Bryce Harper hit by 97 mph pitch in face, says he “feels good”
The All-Star slugger was drilled in the left cheek by reliever Génesis Cabrera’s first pitch in the sixth inning. Source
The campaign to buy members of Congress’ browser histories
“Cards Against Humanity” creator Max Temkin has announced plans to buy the internet browsing histories of members of Congress after lawmakers passed a measure allowing internet service providers to sell consumers’ personal data. Source
Preview: Alec Baldwin on his Trump impression
In this preview of a profile to be broadcast on “Sunday Morning,” actor Alec Baldwin talks with Rita Braver about the public’s reaction to his acclaimed impression of President Donald Trump on “Saturday Night Live.” Source