WCBS Channel 2 Anchor Maurice DuBois is returning back to work after recovering from Bell’s palsy. DuBois joins CBSN to discuss his facial paralysis and recovery. Source
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Spanx founder introduces shapewear company’s new pants
The shapewear company Spanx was formed in 2000 by then-29-year-old Sara Blakely. While selling fax machines as her day job, she used scissors and a pair of pantyhose to create an undergarment that made her pants look more flattering. More than 15 years later, Spanx sells its products in more than 50 countries. Blakely joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss how her brand is expanding with an eye toward comfort. Source
Stephen Colbert talks Donald Trump, Super Bowl “Late Show”
“The Late Show” host, writer and executive producer Stephen Colbert is preparing for a special live edition of his show after Super Bowl 50. He hosted his Emmy-winning show, “The Colbert Report,” for nearly a decade. Before that, he was a correspondent on “The Daily Show.” Colbert joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss his journey to late night TV and Donald Trump’s “$10 billion mouth.” Source
Judge rejects Bill Cosby’s immunity deal with former DA
The sexual assault case against Bill Cosby will go back to court next month. A Pennsylvania judge refused to dismiss the criminal case after a two-day hearing. Cosby’s lawyers claimed there was a longstanding deal not to prosecute. Cosby is accused of assaulting a Temple University employee 12 years ago. Jericka Duncan reports from the courthouse in Norristown, Pennsylvania. Source
Florida declares Zika health emergency in four counties
There are now at least 48 cases in 12 states and Washington, D.C., of the mosquito-borne Zika virus. Florida’s governor is the first in the nation to declare a health emergency, as at least nine people in four counties in the state have the virus. Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the outbreak. Source
Iran to enrich uranium to highest level ever, official says
The announcement marks a significant escalation after the sabotage, suspected of having been carried out by Israel. Source
U.S. intelligence warns of “diverse array” of threats in new report
A new report says China, Russia, Iran and North Korea will seek to challenge U.S. interests in different arenas and on multiple levels. Source
2/3: States across the deep South hit by tornadoes; Photographer prepares for his 50th Super Bowl
Parts of the deep South were hit with more than two inches of rain Wednesday from a storm system that spawned tornadoes Tuesday night; Flint’s mayor has also announced a new plan to help residents pay water bills. Source
Expert testifies Chauvin should have stopped restraint on George Floyd once he stopped resisting
Family members of George Floyd continue to hope for justice as nine current or former Minneapolis police officers and several other experts have testified against Derek Chauvin in his murder trial. Jamie Yuccas reports Source
What’s next in the Bill Cosby sexual assault case?
The prosecution is bolstered as a Philadelphia judge refuses to throw out sexual assault allegations against comedian Bill Cosby. Criminal Defense Attorney Peter Brill joins CBSN with legal analysis. Source