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Passage: The name behind Roe v. Wade

One of the most significant women behind the push to legalize abortion has passed away. Norma McCorvey died Saturday at an assisted living center in Katy, Texas. And while the name might not ring a bell, it was under the pseudonym “Jane Roe” that McCorvey became involved in one of the most far-reaching lawsuits of the 20th century: Roe v. Wade. Jane Pauley reports. Source

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Autoimmune condition can’t keep brave girl down

In New York City, an act of kindness is helping a brave little girl get her groove back and rediscover her confidence. In Harlem, Taylor Breland had a big personality and hair to match. The 8-year-old is one of about six million Americans with alopecia, an autoimmune condition that causes baldness. Tony Dokoupil has her story. Source

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Scientists working on restoring human sight with pig eyes

National Donor Day is held every February to raise awareness of the lifesaving benifits of organ, eye and tissue donation. In China, where the population is 1.4 billion, scientists are working on a procedure that makes pig corneas suitable for human transplant. Adriana Diaz has the story. Source

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“Dreamer” detained by immigration agents

There are new developments in a case that could signal change in immigration policy for so-called “dreamers” – illegal immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as children. Tony Dokoupil reports. Source

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“Moonlight” writer on its origin and critical success

“Moonlight” won best picture in the drama category at last month’s Golden Globe Awards and has received eight Oscar nominations. It’s based on the story, “In Moonlight Black Boys Look Blue” by Tarell Alvin McCraney. McCraney is a MacArthur genius fellow and was recently named head of the playwriting department at the Yale School of Drama. He joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the film’s message. Source

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TV and film composer Ramin Djawadi on making music

Grammy and Emmy Award-nominated Ramin Djawadi is the man behind the music in TV series like “Game of Thrones,” “Westworld” and “Person of Interest,” along with blockbuster films like “Iron Man” and many more. Now, he’s embarking on a nationwide tour that’s taking him out of the studio and onto the concert stage. Ben Tracy reports. Source

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