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Weekend Roundup is Moving to CBS News Roundup

CBS Radio News — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 08:01:00 -0000

Now you can get the CBS News Weekend Roundup and all the major headlines you need to know daily on the CBS News Roundup podcast. On weekday mornings Steve Kathan delivers the “World News Roundup” and every evening you can catch up on all the day's news with Jennifer Keiper on the “World News Roundup: Late Edition”. Then, every weekend the CBS News team in Washington goes deep into the major stories on “Weekend Roundup'' hosted by Allison Keyes. Each episode features a “Kaleidoscope” segment that takes on social justice issues and critical topics like race, gender, disability, income inequality, and beyond.

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Pandemic-Era Benefits Ending, Airport Issues, Maryland's First Black Governor

CBS Radio News — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 20:54:16 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes hears from CBS's Nancy Chen about how tens of millions are dealing after losing pandemic-era benefits meant to help them buy food. We'll have the latest on scary situations at the nation's airports and in the air from CBS's Lilia Luciano. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Maryland's first Black Governor, Wes Moore, on making history, and looking to the future.

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Ukraine War One Year, Ohio Train Derailment, Black Twitter

CBS Radio News — Fri, 24 Feb 2023 20:44:22 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes hears from CBS's Charlie D'Agata and Pamela Falk as the world marks one year since Russia invaded Ukraine. We'll have the latest on that toxic train derailment in Ohio. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison gets the low down on Black Twitter from CBS's Jericka Duncan and her new documentary.

Featured: CBS's Debora Patta on how Ukrainian soldiers are dealing with their PTSD.

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Mass Shootings, Shot Down Objects, Sheldon Epps American Theater

CBS Radio News — Fri, 17 Feb 2023 21:01:21 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes looks at the mass shootings roiling the nation, and hears from a psychologist on how they are affecting people. We'll have an update on President Biden's address to the nation on the objects traveling the skies above the U.S. In the Kaleidoscope for Black History Month, Allison takes a look at American Theater and race.

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Earthquake, Super Bowl, African Artist President Lincoln's Cottage

CBS Radio News — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 21:03:57 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest from CBS's Chris Livesay on that earthquake that has left more than 23,000 dead in Turkey and Syria. We'll learn more about the capabilities of that Chinese surveillance balloon shot down over US.. waters. In the Kaleidoscope, as part of Black History Month, Allison discusses an installation by an African artist at President Lincoln's Cottage, where he developed the Emancipation Proclamation.

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Suspected Spy Balloon, Dangerous Weather, African American Studies

CBS Radio News — Fri, 03 Feb 2023 22:06:44 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup". host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the Chinese spy balloon flying over the U.S. CBS News Meteorologist David Parkinson on the weather crises facing some 82 million Americans. CBS's Nikole Killion on the effort to enact police reform in the wake of the brutal beating of a Black man who later died. In the Kaleidoscope, a discussion about the controversy over an Advanced Placement African American Studies curriculum, as scholars and lawmakers furiously debate its merits.

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Tyre Nichols, Asian Americans, Mass Shootings

CBS Radio News — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 21:35:44 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest on fallout from the death of Tyre Nichols after an alleged beating by Memphis police from CBS's Jeff Pegues, who also discusses mass shootings in the wake of the attacks in California. We'll get more details on those classified documents turning up in the homes of the president, a former president and former vice president. In the Kaleidoscope, a look at how the Asian American community is doing in the wake of the latest mass shootings in the nation.

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March for Life, Refugee Admissions, San Francisco Reparations for Blacks

CBS Radio News — Fri, 20 Jan 2023 21:08:32 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the March for Life in Washington, D.C. ahead of the 50th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision this weekend from CBS's Willie James Inman and Bob Costa. CBS's Camilo Montoya-Galvez has an update on the nation's drastically revised refugee program. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison gets the lowdown on a San Francisco committee's draft proposal to give longtime Black residents a one-time payment of $5 million as part of a reparations plan.

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Deadly Storms, Classified Documents, King Birthday Amid Turmoil

CBS Radio News — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 21:19:25 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the global weather forecast, and the deadly storms that have been roaring across the nation, from CBS News meteorologist David Parkinson. CBS's Steven Portnoy on President Biden's classified documents. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Howard University professor Greg Carr about the meaning of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday this year, and whether the civil rights leader's narrative has been distorted.

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Biden Border, January 6th, Public Schools Education Innovation

CBS Radio News — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 21:59:29 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes has reaction to President Biden's new policy at the southern U-S border from CBS's Camilo Montoya Galvez. We look back at the January 6th attack on the Capitol 2 years ago. We'll have an update on the condition of Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin after his cardiac arrest on the field, and why more people need to learn CPR. In the Kaleidoscope, a look at the plunging number of public school students across the nation, and what that means for student achievement. Allison speaks with Jeanne Allen at the non-profit, pro school choice Center for Education Reform.

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Southwest Travel Woes, COVID Surge, 2022 Abortion Rights Battle

CBS Radio News — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 21:04:01 -0000

On part two of this special Year Ender edition of the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets a closer look at the travel nightmare making a mess out of the holidays for people across the nation. We'll take a look back at 2022 around the globe. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with pro and anti-abortion rights advocates, a sociology professor, and a Black conservative about the emotional battle over abortion access

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Jan. 6th Committee Recommendations, Southern Border, Netflix Doc "Descendant"

CBS Radio News — Fri, 23 Dec 2022 16:49:31 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets a report from CBS News Correspondent Nikole Killion as the House committee investigating the January 6th attack on the Capitol recommends that the Justice Department file criminal charges against former president Trump. CBSs Camilo Montoya-Galvez on the worsening situation at the southern border. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Joycelyn Davis about the Netflix Documentary 'Descendant'. It tells the story of her ancestors, who were aboard the Clotilda, the last known slave ship to arrive in the U-S, and the community of their relatives that still lives in an Alabama town.

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Interest Rate Hike, Border Worries, Students Turning to TikTok

CBS Radio News — Fri, 16 Dec 2022 21:00:55 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets details from CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger on what the latest rate hike from the Federal Reserve means for people, and prices. We'll have the latest on the new influx of migrants along the U.S. border with Mexico. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with former teacher Isis Spann about why some students are looking to TikTok to get information on subjects ranging from Black and Latino history to gender as several states have passed laws limiting classroom discussions on such subjects.

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COVID, RSV & Flu, Brittney Griner, Haiti

CBS Radio News — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 20:47:40 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest from CBS News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook on the rising cases of Covid, flu and RSV and the toll on hospitals around the nation. WNBA Star Brittney Griner is freed from Russia via a controversial prison swap. CBS News White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy with details. The Biden Administration expands a program allowing some Haitian immigrants to live and work in the nation due to the humanitarian crises in their homeland. Allison speaks with Guerline Jozef at the Haitian Bridge Alliance.

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Railroad Strike, Same-Sex & Interracial Marriage, Worlds AIDS Day

CBS Radio News — Fri, 02 Dec 2022 21:38:13 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest from CBS's Scott MacFarlane on the push to avert a railroad strike that could have crippled the economy. CBS's Michael George on legislation protecting marriage for interracial and same sex couples. In the Kaleidoscope, as the world commemorates World AIDS Day, Allison takes a look at the virus at the global level, and also at what patients need now.

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Virginia Walmart Shooting, Colorado Springs Shooting, Helping the Hungry

CBS Radio News — Wed, 23 Nov 2022 21:34:29 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest from CBS's Skyler Henry on the nation's latest mass shooting at a Virginia Walmart. We'll hear from Richard Fierro, the man people are calling a hero in the wake of the Colorado Springs shooting over the weekend. We'll have an update on RSV, Covid and the flu as holiday travel ramps up. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Belinda Bradford at the Brownsville, Texas nonprofit Good Neighbor Settlement House about helping the hungry this Thanksgiving week.

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Capitol Hill After Midterms, Growing World Population, Transgender Killings

CBS Radio News — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 21:07:03 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest on big changes in the leadership of the U-S House and jockeying for position on Capitol Hill in the wake of the midterm elections from CBS's Nikole Killion. We'll hear from CBS's Pamela Falk about the growing population of the globe, and what it looks like. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with the Human Rights Campaign about its report on the dozens of transgender and gender non-conforming people that have been killed so far this year as the nation marks Transgender Awareness Week.

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Midterms, Brittney Griner, Historic Wins for Diversity in Public Office

CBS Radio News — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0000

On this week's CBS News Weekend Roundup, correspondent Steve Dorsey fills in for Allison Keyes. Steve talks with CBS News Political Analyst Leonard Steinhorn about the Midterm Elections. Correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports from London on Brittney Griner. Correspondent Tom Foty reports on families trying to cut costs for Thanksgiving. In the Kaleidoscope, we hear from CBS's Vladimir Duthiers on historic wins for diversity in federal and state offices. Mark Hanis, co-founder of Inclusive America, discusses why diversity is so important in government.

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Campaign 2022: Voting, Ukraine, Abortion, Rising Crime

CBS Radio News — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 19:20:46 -0000

Allison Keyes is off this weekend. CBS's Steve Dorsey fills in. We take a close look at Campaign 2022, with a report on voting from CBS's Stacy Lyn. Correspondent Cami McCormick reports on Ukraine as a midterm election issue. Allison offers a report on abortion rights. Steve talks to Rachael Eisenberg at the Center for American Progress about rising crime.

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Election Violence Pelosi, Black Voters, RSV

CBS Radio News — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 20:02:41 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the attack on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's husband and worries for other lawmakers ahead of the midterms from CBS's Steven Portnoy. We'll hear from pediatric infectious disease specialist Dr. Ruth Kanthula at Medstar Health about concerns over the triple threat of RSV, Covid and the flu this season as children's hospitals fill up with patients. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with CBS News political contributor Antjuan Seawright about efforts to engage Black voters ahead of the midterms.

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Midterms, Fentanyl & Halloween, Haiti Crisis

CBS Radio News — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 20:20:20 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes previews the midterm elections with CBS's Nikole Killion. CBS's Vicki Barker in London on the stunning fall of now former Prime Minister Liz Truss. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Guerline Jozef at the Haitian Bridge Alliance about the crises in Haiti, and what needs to be done to help the struggling nation.

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January 6th, Inflation, Climate Urban Cities Heat

CBS Radio News — Fri, 14 Oct 2022 19:23:32 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the January 6th Committee Hearing and its subpoena of former President Trump from CBS's Scott MacFarlane. We'll hear about the state of inflation and the latest on Social Security. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Anna Bettis at the non-profit The Nature Conservancy, about ways to mitigate the costs of climate change in low-income, underserved communities of color.

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DACA, Abortion, Latinos Housing Election Issues

CBS Radio News — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 20:31:45 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest on what's next for the DACA policy from CBS's Camilo Montoya-Galvez now that a court has said it violates U.S. immigration law, and what's happening with the busing of migrants from Texas and other states. We'll hear from CBS's Danya Bacchus about a plan to "grow" water. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Paul Roldan, CEO of the non-profit Hispanic Housing Development Corporation, about housing costs and how they are affecting Latinos looking to buy and rent property.

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Hurricane Ian, Fentanyl, Race Wrongful Convictions

CBS Radio News — Fri, 30 Sep 2022 19:58:22 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the damage from Hurricane Ian from CBS's Peter King in Florida and CBS's Jim Krasula in North Carolina. We'll get details of the nation's battle against fentanyl amid a record number of overdose deaths. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison hears from Samuel Gross at the National Registry of Exonerations about a report finding a racial divide in the number of innocent Blacks and whites convicted of drug crimes, murder and rape.

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UN/Russia, Interest Rates, Latino Economic Impact

CBS Radio News — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 20:41:25 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes hears about the United Nations General Assembly meeting from CBS's Pamela Falk, including President Biden's blistering attack on Russian President Vladimir Putin's war on Ukraine. CBS's Naomi Ruchim reports on the latest effort to slow inflation and what that means for your pocket. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Latino Donor Collaborative President and CEO Ana Valdez, about a new report from the non-profit detailing the economic power of U-S Latinos.

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Railroad Strike Economy, Migrants, Black Youth Suicide

CBS Radio News — Fri, 16 Sep 2022 19:15:30 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the fallout from the averted railroad strike and what that means for unions and the economy. CBS's Camilo Montoya-Galvez breaks down what's happening with those buses and planes carrying asylum seekers to places including Chicago and Martha's Vineyard. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Dr. Christine Crawford about growing concerns over the suicide rate among Black youth.

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Queen Elizabeth the Second, COVID Boosters, Women at Ground Zero September 11th

CBS Radio News — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 19:41:39 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes hears from CBS's Vicki Barker about the scene in London after the passing of Queen Elizabeth II at the age of 96. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Susan Hagen, co-author of "Women at Ground Zero", remembering female first responders on the 21st anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks. CBS News Contributor Dr. Celine Gounder speaks with "CBS Mornings" about when people should get the new COVID-19 booster shots.

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Biden Democracy, COVID Boosters, Choosing No Children

CBS Radio News — Fri, 02 Sep 2022 19:09:56 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes has the latest on President Biden's speech on the "battle for the soul of the nation" from CBS's Steven Portnoy, who also has an update on the court battle over the FBI probe into former President Trump's classified documents. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with "So When are You Having Kids?" author Jordan Davidson about why so many couples are choosing not to have children.

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Student Loan Plan, NASA's Moon Launch Program, and Women's Equality Day

CBS Radio News — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 20:05:31 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets details on President Biden's student loan plan, abortion rights and the upcoming midterm elections from CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes at the White House, and also reaction from the NAACP. We'll hear from CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann on NASA's upcoming test flight for its new Moon program. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with the League of Women Voters about Women's Equality Day, commemorating the 1920 passage of the 19th Amendment, guaranteeing women the right to vote.

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CDC, Monkeypox, Elections and Evictions

CBS Radio News — Fri, 19 Aug 2022 18:55:11 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest on an overhaul of the CDC, monkeypox, and new research on the long term effects of Covid-19 from CBS News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook. We'll also hear from CBS's Steve Futterman about this week's election results and what they mean for the November mid-term elections. In the Kaleidoscope, we discuss the eviction boom sweeping the nation and what it means in the long term with Sateesh Nori, Executive Director of the non-profit JustFix.

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Trump FBI search drama, Inflation, Latina Contraceptives Roe

CBS Radio News — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 20:00:37 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the legal drama surrounding former president Trump and the FBI search warrant served at his Florida estate from CBS's Robert Costa. We'll hear from CBS's Anna Werner about an alarming trend involving some of the nation's nursing homes. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Dr. Erica Montes, an OB GYN, about the difficulty some Hispanic and Latina women are having with conversations about sexual health issues including contraception in the wake of the overturning of Roe v Wade.

Featured: CBS's Jeff Pegues on an increase in anti-law enforcement rhetoric after the search at former president Trump's estate.

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Brittney Griner Sentence, Anti-Abortion Amendment, Asian American Voters

CBS Radio News — Fri, 05 Aug 2022 19:39:41 -0000

On this week's CBS News Weekend Roundup, host Stacy Lyn has the latest on the sentencing of American basketball star Brittney Griner in Russia with CBS's Tina Kraus. Kansas voters say no to an anti-abortion amendment. White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy on how this may impact the midterm elections. And on the Kaleidoscope, host Allison Keyes discusses the 2022 Asian American voter survey with AAPI Data's Professor Janelle Wong.

All these stories and more!

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Economy, Monkeypox, Women - Afghanistan Crackdown

CBS Radio News — Fri, 29 Jul 2022 20:21:29 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the economy from CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger. We'll hear about growing concerns over Monkeypox and the shortages of vaccines in some cities. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with the co-founders of Unfreeze Afghanistan, an advocacy group of US and Afghan women, about a new report finding that the lives of women and girls in that nation are being destroyed by the Taliban.

Featured: KWCH Reporter Abbey Higginbotham on how money is driving a teacher's shortage in Kansas.

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January 6th, Biden - Covid, & Abortion Women Sterilization

CBS Radio News — Fri, 22 Jul 2022 20:19:43 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gives the lowdown on the final January 6th committee hearing this summer over how the former president reacted during the deadly insurrection at the Capitol. We'll hear from CBS News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook about President Biden's Covid-19 diagnosis and the state of the virus in the nation. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with OB-GYN Dr. Kavita Arora about the number of women now seeking sterilization in the wake of the end of Roe v Wade.

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Jan. 6th Hearings, COVID-19 Rising, Native American Boarding Schools

CBS Radio News — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 19:57:38 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets an update on revelations from the latest January 6th Select Committee hearing on President Trump's role in the deadly Capitol Hill riot from CBS's Scott MacFarlane. We'll hear from CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus on the global worries over the rise in Covid-19 cases. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Kiowa Tribe Vice Chairwoman Rhonda Ahhaitty about abuses committed in government-run Native American boarding schools.

All these stories and more!

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Highland Park Massacre, Abortion, Muslims and SCOTUS Prayer Ruling

CBS Radio News — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 19:53:56 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the Highland Park massacre from CBS's Kris Van Cleave. CBS's Vicki Barker reports from London on the departure of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with the Edward Ahmed Mitchell, National Deputy Director of the Council on American-Islamic Relations about the implications for non-Christians in the wake of the Supreme Court's ruling on prayer.

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New Supreme Court Justice, Roe v. Wade Overturned, Monkeypox

CBS Radio News — Fri, 01 Jul 2022 19:54:29 -0000

On this week's Weekend Roundup, history was made this week when a new Supreme Court Justice was sworn in. CBS's Natalie Brand reports. We learn about some high profile rulings by the court with Legal Analyst Thane Rosenbaum. CBS News White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy on the President's response to the overturning of Roe V. Wade, plus our Dan Lieberman reports on the now patchwork of confusing state laws. And, Reporter Alexandra Koehn tells us what some men are doing now that the constitutional right to an abortion no longer stands. On the Kaleidoscope, CBS's Stacy Lyn talks with Dr. Lynn Goldman, the Dean of Milken Institute School of Public Health at the George Washington University, about Monkeypox and how it's impacting gay men the most.

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Abortion, Guns, Title IX

CBS Radio News — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 20:30:32 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the landmark Supreme Court ruling overturning its Roe v. Wade decision legalizing abortion, and the one striking down New York state's limits on carrying concealed handguns in public. We'll also hear about this week's January 6th Select Committee hearings on the deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol and the role of former president Trump. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with women's history and sports scholar Bonnie Morris about the 50th anniversary of the federal civil rights law, Title IX.

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Rising Interest Rates, COVID-19 Vaccines for Kids, Jan. 6th Hearings

CBS Radio News — Fri, 17 Jun 2022 19:09:27 -0000

On this week's "Weekend Roundup", host Stacy Lyn gets the details from CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger on the Fed raising interest rates and what it means for consumers. Plus, we're hearing from parents as news that a COVID-19 Vaccine for kids under five may be available as early as next week. Our Naomi Ruchim reports. In the Kaleidoscope this week, CBS's Allison Keyes spoke with entertainer and minister Tye Tribbett, who is headlining the Juneteenth Unity Fest in Brooklyn. And, another public hearing for the committee investigating the January 6th attack on the Capitol. Skyler Henry with details.

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January 6th Committee, Gun Control, The Trevor Project

CBS Radio News — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 19:59:26 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets a breakdown from CBS's Nikole Killion about the first prime time hearing over the deadly January 6th riot at the U-S Capitol. We'll also hear about the battle over gun control on Capitol Hill and the heartbreaking testimony from victims and survivors of the mass shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde, Texas. In the Kaleidoscope, Casey Pick at the Trevor Project discusses a plethora of laws she says are targeting the LGBTQ community's young people.

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President Biden on Mass Shootings, California Slavery Reparations Report, Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee

CBS Radio News — Fri, 03 Jun 2022 20:12:05 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the mass shootings that have roiled the country. We'll hear from CBS's Scott MacFarlane about what President Biden and lawmakers have to say about the devastating attacks. CBS's Vicki Barker updates us from London on the celebrations surrounding Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Kamilah Moore, chair of the California Reparations Task Force, about its interim report finding that African Americans continue to suffer harm from the effects of slavery in the present day.

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Uvalde School Shooting, Taps Across America, Memorial Day Moms

CBS Radio News — Fri, 27 May 2022 20:16:22 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest from CBS News Correspondent Jim Krasula on the Uvalde Texas elementary school massacre. We'll also hear from CBS's "On the Road" Correspondent Steve Hartman about the annual Memorial Day tribute, "Taps Across America." In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with military mom Connie Shuck, about being part of the ceremonies this weekend at Arlington National Cemetery.

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Baby Formula Shortage, Congressional Primaries, Buffalo Mass Shooting

CBS Radio News — Fri, 20 May 2022 17:43:31 -0000

On this week's "Weekend Roundup" with correspondent Stacy Lyn, some help is on the way for parents searching for baby formula. CBS's Bradley Blackburn has details of what the President has authorized. Plus, American Academy of Pediatrics Spokesperson and Pediatrician Dr. Alanna Levine provides some clarity for questions every is asking. Voters in five states hit the polls, but all eyes were on two states in particular. CBS'S Robert Costa has the latest from Yardley, Pennsylvania. And in this week's Kaleidoscope, correspondent Allison Keyes talks with CBS News Chief National Affairs and Justice Correspondent Jeff Pegues about the mass shooting at a grocery store in Buffalo, New York.

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Inflation, SCOTUS and Abortion, January 6th Investigation

CBS Radio News — Fri, 13 May 2022 19:54:13 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", correspondent Carter Evans reports on inflation. White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy reports on how the President wants to combat rising prices. Correspondent Nikole Killion reports from the Supreme Court on abortion rights. Correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports from Capitol Hill on the January 6th investigation. CBS News Radio executive editor Steve Dorsey reports on former President Trump's latest legal troubles. Stay tuned for these stories and more!

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Roe v. Wade, Ukraine, North Korean Missile Launch

CBS Radio News — Fri, 06 May 2022 20:52:51 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup", correspondent Steve Dorsey reports on the impact the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the abortion rights case could have on Black Americans. Reporter Linda Kenyon reports on new security measures at the Supreme Court. Correspondent Cami McCormick reports on U.S. intelligence being used by Ukraine to fight Russia. Correspondent Ian Lee reports on a possible expansion of NATO. Reporter Alex Jensen from Seoul reports on another North Korean missile launch. Stay tuned for these stories and more!

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Covid kids, Ukraine and Retirees

CBS Radio News — Fri, 29 Apr 2022 19:52:02 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," Covid kids, Ukraine and retirees. Host Allison Keyes gets the latest from CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus about Moderna's effort to get authorization for Covid-19 vaccines for kids under the age of 6. We'll hear about President Biden's latest request for aid for Ukraine, and about how retirees are handling skyrocketing inflation. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Kanika Harris at the non-profit Black Women's Health Imperative about the pandemic and Black maternal mortality. Stay tuned for these stories and more!

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Weekend Roundup 04/22

CBS Radio News — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 20:21:49 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest from CBS News White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy on President Biden's latest efforts to help Ukraine fight the Russian invsion. We'll hear from CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus about what he thinks of the end of that Covid travel mask mandate. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with activist Marleine Bastien at the Family Action Network Movement about what she calls a double standard for in the way the U-S treats Haitian and Ukrainian refugees. Stay tuned for these stories and more!

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Weekend Roundup 04/15

CBS Radio News — Fri, 15 Apr 2022 17:39:41 -0000

Earlier this week, President Biden announced plans to fight inflation as well as provided comments on the war in Ukraine. We'll hear from CBS Senior White House and Political Correspondent Ed O'Keefe. As Covid-19 cases rise again, the CDC has updated their position on mask mandates for travelers. In the Kaleidoscope, we'll hear from National Urban League President and CEO Marc Morial about the civil rights organization's latest "State of Black America" report, and a warning about an assault on voting rights. Host Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 04/08

CBS Radio News — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 17:13:45 -0000

The war in Ukraine continues. CBS's Holly Williams and Debra Patta report on Russia's brutality against civilians. We'll also hear from CBS's Nancy Cordes on the US and UN sanctions against Russia. Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson made history this week -- becoming the first Woman of Color to be confirmed to the Supreme Court. CBS's Tom Foty reports. We'll also hear from CBS's Nikole Killion with an analysis. Covid is sweeping through Washington D.C elites. CBS's Weijia Jiang reports. The Biden administration extended student loan payments. CBS's Steven Portnoy reports. The high costs of diesel fuel is affecting school bus fleets. CBS's Scott Macfarlane tells us more. On this week's Kaleidoscope, a University of Washington study finding that Black, Asian and Hispanic people are still more likely to be exposed to poor air quality than white people. CBS's Allison Keyes tells us more. Plus, we'll have the latest on the biggest sporting news of the week -- including the Masters and March Madness; and a wrap up of last week's Grammy Awards. CBS's Linda Kenyon will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 04/01

CBS Radio News — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 15:54:34 -0000

CBS's Holly Williams has the latest on the war in Ukraine. We'll also hear from CBS's Debra Patta -- who looks at the humanitarian crisis created by the conflict. Russian sanctions have caused gas prices to skyrocket. CBS's Errol Barnett reports. It's been a week since the Oscars and the slap heard around the world. CBS's Steve Futterman was there. CBS's Nikole Killion has the latest on the SCOTUS nomination for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson. From dangerous storms to wildfires -- CBS's Janet Shamlian and CBS's Jim Krasula report on the severe weather across the country. In this week's Kaleidoscope, CBS's Allison Keyes speaks with a former White Supremacist who talks about hate, imprisonment, and his take on the attack on the US Capitol on January 6th. Actor Bruce Willis has decided to step down from acting -- after announcing he is suffering from "aphasia. CBS's Peter King has a preview on what's coming up in Space. We'll previous the upcoming Grammy Awards. Plus -- athletic skills run is the Rodman family. Find out more on the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with guest-host Linda Kenyon.

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Weekend Roundup 3/25

CBS Radio News — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 18:10:58 -0000

We'll provide an update on President Biden's trip to Poland, amid the war in Ukraine. We'll hear from CBS's Wendy Gillette, who reports from the Polish-Ukraine border. The SCOTUS hearing for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson began this week -- if confirmed -- she will become the first Black woman on the Supreme Court. In this week's Kaleidoscope. we're joined by University of Chicago professor Robert Kaestner, who discusses the research showing that the gender wage gap may have roots extending back into childhood. Host Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News "Weekend Roundup."

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Weekend Roundup 03/18

CBS Radio News — Fri, 18 Mar 2022 18:21:15 -0000

CBS News Correspondent Steve Futterman reports from the Ukraine Polish border on the Russian invasion. CBS's Rylee Carlson has the latest on a possible surge in Covid-19 as restrictions continue dropping around the world from In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Community Oncology Alliance (COA) president Dr. Kashyap Patel about how the pandemic led to a drop in cancer screenings, and now many patients are showing up with advanced cases. He says people of color are particularly affected. Host Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the "CBS News Weekend Roundup."

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Weekend Roundup 03/11

CBS Radio News — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 20:40:15 -0000

CBS' Steve Futterman reports from the Ukraine-Poland border -- with the latest on the Ukraine-Russia conflict. We'll report on how skyrocketing gas prices are affecting everyone from everyday commuters to rideshare drivers. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Katya Malakhova about her non-profit, Sunflowers of Peace, which has raised more than $2.5 million dollars to help those stranded in Ukraine, including friends and family. Host Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the "CBS News Weekend Roundup."

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Weekend Roundup 03/04

CBS Radio News — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 20:36:28 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the Russian invasion of Ukraine from CBS' Steve Futterman, and the UN response from CBS News Foreign Analyst Pamela Falk. We'll get an update on Covid-19 as masks come off around the nation. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with filmmaker Iman Zawahry about her movie "Americanish," made by, about and starring Muslim American women.

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Weekend Roundup 2/25

CBS Radio News — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 21:00:00 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the situation with Russia and Ukraine from CBS's Natalie Brand. We'll also hear from CBS's Nancy Cordes about President Biden's nomination of the first Black woman to the U-S Supreme Court. In the Kaleidoscope, for Black History Month, Allison speaks with Randal Maurice Jelks about his book, Letters to Martin, including his take on contemporary issues including income inequality in the style of letters to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

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Weekend Roundup 2/18

CBS Radio News — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 21:11:12 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest on an HIV cure that may mean new horizons in the global battle against the epidemic. We'll also get the latest on the state of COVID-19, from Dr. Ashish Jha, as daily infections continue to drop. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Cynthia Chavez Lamar, the newly minted director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian. Chavez Lamar is the first Indigenous woman to lead a Smithsonian museum.

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Weekend Roundup 02/11

CBS Radio News — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 21:03:00 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the controversy over Covid-19 mask restrictions from CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus, as well as how women have been hurt by the pandemic from CBS's Nikki Battiste. We'll hear about Super Bowl betting and ads ahead of the big game on Sunday. In the Kaleidoscope, for Black History Month, Allison marks the 23rd anniversary of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. She speaks with Marc Meachem at ViiV Healthcare and the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS, about why that community continues to be disproportionately affected. These stories and much more on the "CBS News Weekend Roundup."

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Weekend Roundup 02/04

CBS Radio News — Fri, 04 Feb 2022 20:51:16 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes updates us on Pfizer's seeking FDA approval for Covid-19 vaccine shots for children under the age of 5, with Dr. Ruth Kanthula at MedStar Health, and on the plight of exhausted health-care workers amid the ongoing pandemic. We'll get details on President Biden's decision to send more U-S troops to Europe as Russia increases troops along its border with Ukraine. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Renee Knake Jefferson, Doherty Chair in Legal Ethics at the University of Houston Law Center, and co-author of Shortlisted: Women in the Shadows of the Supreme Court, about President Biden's vow to nominate a Black woman to the high court. This and much more on this week's "CBS News Weekend Roundup."

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Weekend Roundup 1/28

CBS Radio News — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 20:22:20 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes updates us on the battle against COVID-19 with infectious disease expert Dr. William Schaffner and CBS's Kris Van Cleave. We'll get details on the upcoming retirement of liberal Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Michelle Duster, author, historian and great granddaughter of civil rights pioneer, journalist and suffragist Ida B. Wells about Wells' legacy. That and much more on the "CBS News Weekend Roundup."

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Weekend Roundup 1/21

CBS Radio News — Fri, 21 Jan 2022 19:30:32 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes gets the latest on the Covid-19 Omicron surge from CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus and CBS's Carter Evans. CBS News White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy discusses President Biden's first year in office and the problems he is having advancing parts of his agenda including voting rights legislation. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with American Airlines pilot Captain Dennis Tajer, spokesman for the Allied Pilots Association, about concerns that the 5G rollout will affect tech on aircraft. That and much more on the "CBS News Weekend Roundup."

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Weekend Roundup 1/14

CBS Radio News — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 20:35:24 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes -- President Biden expands his administration's response to COVID-19 amid a surge driven by the Omicron variant. This as the Supreme Court blocks the president's vaccination rules for large companies. CBS's Steve Dorsey explains. As many schools struggle with an increasing number of cases, some in Minnesota and Oklahoma have gone virtual again, temporarily. Allison asks Dr. Ruth Kanthula, a pediatric infectious disease specialist at MedStar Health, if worried parents and teachers are overreacting. President Biden's push to get the Senate to change the rules to make it easier for Democrats to pass major voting rights legislation fails, as two moderates refuse to support the plan. Now, Democratic leaders will not fulfill their promised vote on the issue by Monday's federal holiday marking the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. CBS's Nancy Cordes joins Allison with details. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Rev. Traci Blackmon at the United Church of Christ about those efforts to pass voting rights legislation, and why this issue is so important to people of color. All this and much more on the "CBS News Weekend Roundup."

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Weekend Roundup 01/07

CBS Radio News — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 21:34:21 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," host Allison Keyes joins the nation in marking one year since the deadly attack on the U-S Capitol. President Biden blamed former president Trump for the violence. Allison gets the latest on Mister Biden's speech this week from CBS's Steven Portnoy, and CBS's Ed O'Keefe looks at what all this means for the upcoming midterm elections. Allison also reports on the CDC and the battle against Covid-19. CBS's Jeff Pegues and The New Republic's Grace Segers remember what it was like to be at the Capitol during the shocking riot. We have an excerpt from "Indivisible- Healing Hate," a six-part docu-series produced by ViacomCBS' See It Now Studios with XG Productions. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with former white supremacist Sean Gillespie on hate and the storming of the Capitol. All this and much more on January 6th, on the "CBS News Weekend Roundup."

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Yearend Roundup 12/31 (Part 2)

CBS Radio News — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 21:00:00 -0000

CBS's Mark Strassman with an update on the new CDC Covid guidance on quarantining and isolation when exposed. CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky expands on the guidance and criticism. CBS's Major Garrett looks back to the January 6th attack on the Capitol. Where does the House investigation stand? And, is the Capitol safer now? CBS's Stacy Lyn talks to Congressional Reporter Zak Hudak. And, more stories on crime and the courts from 2021 with CBS's Steve Dorsey. CBS Mornings takes a look at the life and legacy of legendary sportscaster and Hall of Fame football coach John Madden, who passed away at the age of 85. CBS's Steve Futterman explores the other big sports stories of the year. Our Matt Pieper on the viral stories that had us talking and Peter King with what happened in space in 2021! In this week's Kaleidoscope, CBS's Allison Keyes discusses a University of Washington study on who is most likely to be exposed to poor air quality. The pandemic hit the airline industry hard. CBS News Travel Correspondent Errol Barnett tells us what to expect in 2022. Beloved actress Betty White died at the age of 99. CBS's Tom Foty looks back at her iconic career. What were the biggest stories of the year in the world of music, tv and movies? CBS's Anthony Pura and Debra Rodriguez give us the scoop. And, as we begin 2022, what will the big food and drink trends be? CBS's Stacy Lyn has that for you.

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Yearend Roundup 12/24 (Part 1)

CBS Radio News — Fri, 24 Dec 2021 21:00:00 -0000

On Part 1 of the CBS News "Yearend Roundup," CBS's Steve Kathan recap’s the 2021 COVID headlines and CBS's Steve Dorsey is joined by CBS Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus, to discuss the latest in the fight against the virus. CBS's Steve Futterman talks to CBS White House Correspondent Ed O'Keefe about President Biden and the year in politics. CBS's Cami McCormick reports on the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. We'll also hear from CBS News Foreign Affairs Analyst Pam Falk about the United Nations’ role in Afghanistan, as well as climate change and the wealth gap. CBS Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger has a snapshot of the country's economic recovery. In this week's Kaleidoscope, CBS's Allison Keyes talks with CBS News Chief National Affairs and Justice Correspondent Jeff Pegues on race and police reform in 2021. Finally, Steve Futterman celebrates the 75th anniversary of the film "It's a Wonderful Life."

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Weekend Roundup 12/17

CBS Radio News — Fri, 17 Dec 2021 20:22:15 -0000

The U.S surpassed 800-thousand COVID-19 deaths this week, as dozens of states detect the new omicron variant. We'll hear from CBS News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook. In South Africa, research finds the omicron variant causes less severe illness, especially in vaccinated adults. Children under 12, on the other hand, are still not eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. CBS's Debora Patta reports. An autopsy finds that former NFL player Phillip Adams, who shot and killed six people in April, had an unusually severe form of the brain disease Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE.) Researchers say his football injuries contributed to his diagnosis. CBS's Nikki Battiste reports. In this week's Kaleidoscope, the importance of helping those in need. Allison is joined by Simone Gordon "The Black Fairy Godmother," whose network of guardian angels helps women deal with everything from poverty to domestic violence. Santa might be able to deliver all of his presents in one night but the rest of us need to plan ahead. CBS's Meg Oliver tells us why we'd better get moving! Finally, Allison finds another excuse to talk about Star Trek. This time she tells us about an iconic pair of ears, and a Smithsonian museum.

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Weekend Roundup 12/10

CBS Radio News — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 20:59:47 -0000

On the "CBS News Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes: New cases of Covid-19 are up 20 percent over the past week as the CDC recommends Pfizer booster shots for 16 and 17 year olds. Allison gets the latest on the coronavirus from CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger has the latest on jobs. CBS News Consumer Investigative Correspondent Anna Werner with an update on a story about Hertz and people saying they've been arrested for stealing cars they legitimately rented. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with DC activist Jesse Rabinowitz about what he calls anti-homeless architecture meant to keep the unhoused from resting or sleeping in public places. Finally, CBS's Jon Dickerson looks back 80 years to the bombing of Pearl Harbor and speaks with some heroes that were there.

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Weekend Roundup 12/03

CBS Radio News — Fri, 03 Dec 2021 20:32:43 -0000

The Covid-19 Omicron variant is now in the US and President Biden is outlining plans for the nation to slow the spread. But many parents still worry about how to keep their children safe. Pediatric infectious disease specialist Dr. Ruth Kanthula tells Allison she has advice for protecting our families. This week, the U.S Supreme Court began hearing arguments over a Mississippi law outlawing abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy. This is the most significant challenge to Roe v. Wade in decades. CBS' Jan Crawford has the latest. In this week’s Kaleidoscope, we sit down with Rev. Dr. Cassandra Gould, the Executive Director of Missouri Faith Voices, to discuss the disproportionate toll student loan debt has on Black students. She says this problem is turning the American Dream into the American Nightmare. Nearly 40-million people around the world live with HIV. Last year, 680 thousand died from AIDS-related illnesses. But for World Aids Day this week, CBS' Ian Lee tells us there's a new treatment to fight the disease. Finally, the late Josephine Baker, the legendary civil rights activist, singer and dancer, is posthumously receiving France’s highest honor. CBS’ Elaine Cobbe has more. Host Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News “Weekend Roundup.”

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Weekend Roundup 11/26

CBS Radio News — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 20:30:19 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Stacy Lyn: A dangerous new strain of the coronavirus has been detected in South Africa. CBS's Debora Patta is in Johannesburg with the latest. CBS's Omar Villafranca reports on the three men found guilty in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery. A community in Wisconsin is in mourning after a man plows through a Christmas parade, killing six people and injuring dozens more. CBS's David Begnaud reports from Waukesha. Stacy talks with Roy Chrobozinski from Save the Children on how the president's Build Back Better Bill will impact children and families. CNET Editor at Large Ian Sherr joins Stacy to discuss the hottest tech gifts this year. And in this week's Kaleidoscope, Correspondent Christina Ruffini tells us about a gender-bending theatre company shaking up Shakespeare! Host Stacy Lyn will have these stories and more on the CBS News "Weekend Roundup."

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Weekend Roundup 11/19

CBS Radio News — Fri, 19 Nov 2021 21:04:42 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes: The federal government is expanding access to Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 booster shots for all adults. CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus joins Allison with what this means. The CDC sounds the alarm over a record number of drug overdoses in the nation. CBS's Manuel Bojorquez tells us what's behind the disturbing spike. House Democrats pass President Biden's nearly $2 trillion social spending plan. CBS's Natalie Brand has details. A Wisconsin jury acquits Kyle Rittenhouse of all charges for the shooting deaths of two men and the wounding of another during a night of violent protests over the police wounding of a Black man. CBS's Michael George reports. New trials have begun on a vaccine to treat Alzheimer's Disease. Reporter Zinnia Maldonado tells us more. For the first time in nearly half a century, NASA has a rocket capable of sending astronauts back to the moon. CBS's Mark Strassmann got a look at Artemis. In this week's Kaleidoscope, we commemorate National Hip Hop History Month. Allison speaks with Barry Mayo, a legendary programmer who became general manager at New York's KISS-FM, among many more accomplishments. Many believe Mayo was the first to play rap music at KISS, but he says it is a little more complicated than that. Finally, two East African refugees are bringing new flavors and opportunities to the Motor City. CBS's Nancy Chen has their story. Host Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News "Weekend Roundup."

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Weekend Roundup 11/12

CBS Radio News — Fri, 12 Nov 2021 21:47:19 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes: Covid cases are up in nearly 35 states just as the Biden administration touts a strong start to the vaccine program for children ages 5 through 11. CBS' Michael George has the latest. According to the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living, nursing homes alone lost 221-thousand jobs since the pandemic started. Allison gets the details from president and CEO Mark Parkinson.

The Labor Department says inflation has hit a 31-year high. We'll hear from CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger. CBS' Peter King explains why NASA just delayed its 2024 deadline to bring astronauts back to the moon. On this week's Kaleidoscope, we're commemorating Native American Heritage Month. As the U-N Climate summit winds down, some 3.7 million Native American and Indigenous people are facing direct threats to their land and culture from rising waters and temperatures to glacier melts. The Quinault Indian Nation is among them - with a Pacific Coast village at risk. Allison speaks with their senior planner, Kelsey Moldenke. This week the nation honored our veterans for their service and sacrifices, but many suffer from PTSD and other mental health issues. More than 30 groups, including the Sierra Club, launched the Military Outdoors Coalition. Allison speaks with Retired Army Lt. Col Aaron Leonard, who runs the program. Finally, Allison takes us to Arlington National Cemetery to mark the 100th anniversary of the original burial at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

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Weekend Roundup 11/05

CBS Radio News — Sat, 06 Nov 2021 18:18:32 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes; Huge new developments in the battle against COVID-19. Pfizer announces an experimental antiviral pill that cuts rates of hospitalization and deaths by nearly 90 percent. CBS's Elaine Cobbe and Dr. David Agus have the latest.The CDC has given a thumbs up to Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine for kids between the ages of 5 and 11. Pediatric expert Dr. Vikas Dharnidharka at Washington University joins Allison with what this means for families. President Biden addressed the nation Saturday morning after the Democratic-led US House passed his $1 trillion infrastructure package. He calls it a monumental step forward, and says it is a once-in-a-generation investment that will create millions of jobs. CBS's Nikole Killion reports on what this means. Allison takes us to the funeral for the late General Colin Powell. In this week's Kaleidoscope, Allison looks at reports of families in Afghanistan being forced to sell their daughters -- or body parts -- in order to afford food. This comes amid the ongoing fallout from the Taliban takeover and U-S withdrawal. We hear from Kevin Schumacher, deputy executive director of the non-profit Women for Afghan Women. Finally, a positive story about climate change and the best known butterfly in North America. Reporter Devin Fehely has the story. This and much more on this week's CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 10/29

CBS Radio News — Fri, 29 Oct 2021 19:50:42 -0000

President Biden meets with Pope Francis as part of his busy schedule at the G-20 Summit. This comes as he fails to win Democratic support on his $1.75 trillion dollar Build Back Better plan. CBS's Ed O'Keefe has the latest. A multimillion dollar settlement was reached this week for the families of the victims of the 2015 Charleston, South Carolina mass shooting. This was where a white gunman opened fire inside a Black church, killing nine people. CBS's Jeff Pegues reports. Another step Friday made towards vaccinating 28-million kids against Covid-19. Children between the ages of 5 and 11 could start getting shots as early as next week, if the CDC signs off on smaller doses. CBS's Janet Shamlian reports. The coronavirus pandemic is hurting global unemployment. CBS News Foreign Affairs Analyst Pamela Falk explains. The play "Celia and Fidel" is currently being performed at Washington D.C's Arena Stage. We'll hear from author Eduardo Machado, who talks about the plot, an imaginary conversation between Fidel Castro and Celia Sanchez, the nation's most influential female revolutionary. And plot twist -- she's a ghost! In 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white man on a segregated bus in Alabama. Parks was widely celebrated as the "mother of the civil rights movement." However, nine months earlier, Claudette Colvin was arrested for the same thing. On this week's Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with the now 82 -year-old Ms. Colvin, who is seeking to clear her name. Finally, some tips for those planning trick or treating outings this Halloween amid the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. These stories and more one the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes.

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Weekend Roundup 10/22

CBS Radio News — Fri, 22 Oct 2021 18:47:15 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes; this week, the CDC recommended booster shots for those who have taken the Moderna or Johnson and Johnson Covid19 vaccines. White House Chief Medical Advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci says although people should stick with the shot they got in the first place, it is safe to mix and match. We'll hear from MedStar Health's Dr. Ruth Kanthula, a pediatric infectious disease specialist, who says some will not understand how that works. The American Medical Association says there is another public health crisis -- the short supply of life-saving drugs. CBS's Mark Strassmann reports. Between April and June of this year, Facebook removed 1-point-7 billion fake accounts, some using real people's names and photos without their knowledge. CBS's Dr. Tara Narula tells us scammers are causing big problems for people, including someone very close to her. In our "More Perfect Union" series, CBS's Omar Villafranca introduces us to an Illinois man who is on a mission to learn what unites Americans -- by walking across six states. On this week's Kaleidoscope, a discussion about the use of police force against children. An investigation by the Associated Press, with the help of the Accountable Now initiative, found that children as young as six have been treated harshly by police, which included incidents from 25 police departments in 17 states. Allison is joined by Kristin Henning from the Juvenile Justice Clinic and Initiative at Georgetown Law School. Henning is also author of the book, "The Rage of Innocence." A U-S collector dropped nearly 8-million bucks on the world's largest triceratops skeleton. CBS's Ian Lee with more. Reporter Alex Jensen has a look at the popularity of the Netflix show "Squid Game" and the real life issues it tackles. In Honolulu, the ACLU says police and the public school system discriminated against a 10-year-old Black student by handcuffing and arresting the girl over what it calls a "run of the mill" dispute between children. Reporter Jolanie Martinez with the latest. Officials in Los Angeles are hoping a tiny new village will help with the city's homeless population. CBS's Anthony Pura tells us more. In Indianapolis, Indiana, reporter Eric Graves tells us there's hope in a food desert on the city's Northeast side. If you haven't gone shopping for your Halloween costume, CBS's Naomi Ruchim explains why you need to get a move on. Finally, New Jersey art teacher Timothy Carr has built a following on TikTok by transforming into superheroes like Thor, Wolverine, and the Black Panther, to engage his students. He talks to Allison about how he got started.

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Weekend Roundup 10/15

CBS Radio News — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:29:14 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes, an FDA advisory panel approved Covid-19 booster shots for both Moderna and Johnson & Johnson. At the same time President Biden is trying to mitigate inflation and high prices partly driven by gridlock at the nation's ports. Allison gets the latest on what the president has to say about all of this from CBS's Ed O'Keefe. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger discusses the inflation problem with Allison. CBS's Alex Tin has the latest on the decision from the FDA advisory panel. But , CBS's Meg Oliver reports from Montana, that the coronavirus is surging in rural America. The White House says it will lift travel restrictions for fully vaccinated foreign nationals on November 8th for both air travel and land borders. CBS's Adrienne Bard in Mexico City says that announcement hit close to home. There's new guidance from experts on how millions of Americans use aspirin. CBS's Dr. Tara Narula reports. The late Henrietta Lacks, a Black woman at the center of some of the most extraordinary discoveries in medical science, is finally being honored by the World Health Organization for research using her cells without her knowledge or consent. CBS's Elaine Cobbe reports. Kean University in New Jersey is known as one of the top ten most diverse facilities in the Northern U-S. CBS's Lisa Mateo tells us its president moved to make sure the staff reflected the student population. In this week's Kaleidoscope, Allison is joined by Taisha Saintil at the non-profit Haitian Bridge Alliance. She discusses the plight of Haitian migrants trying to make their way from South America to the U-S to seek asylum. Thousands who camped under a bridge on the Southern border are gone -- many of them sent back to Haiti with limited housing, food and water. The actor who played Star Trek's Captain James T-Kirk finally went to space for real. CBS's Peter King tells us it blew William Shatner's mind. CBS's Elise Preston has a story that sounds like a Disney movie, involving a Montana Park Ranger, a little girl and her bear. Finally, Chicago legend, historian and activist Timuel Black, died this week at the age of 102. Allison talks to Chicago Sun-Times Reporter Maudlyne Ihejirika about the life of an elder statesman -- mourned by many, including former President Barack Obama.

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Weekend Roundup 10/8

CBS Radio News — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 19:57:13 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes; children between the ages of 5 and 11 could be getting the Pfizer Covid19 vaccine as early as next month. The company asked the FDA to authorize the emergency use of its vaccine for that age group. Dr. Ruth Kanthula, a pediatric infectious disease specialist at MedStar Health, says she is psyched! President Biden is urging private companies to require coronavirus vaccines for employees. Republican governors say they will challenge a formalized vaccine mandate. Those political tensions are spilling over into health care. In states like Idaho, CBS's Jonathan Vigliotti reports doctors are struggling. On Capitol Hill, the deadline has passed for aides of former President Trump to hand over documents to the House Committee investigating the deadly riot on January 6th. CBS's Nikole Killion reports. This summer's hot job market slowed down significantly. CBS's Bradley Blackburn has the latest. NBA fans are calling foul on a story about an alleged scam -- revealed by federal prosecutors -- to cheat the league's health plan out of millions of dollars. CBS's Nikki Battiste tells us more. In a special report for National Hispanic Heritage Month, CBS's Lisa Mateo looks at finance, and how more Latinos can get started investing in their future A new study from the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies finds that Blacks in the rural South are nearly twice as likely as whites to lack internet access. In this week's Kaleidoscope, Allison is joined by the think tank's director of technology policy, Dominique Harrison, to discuss what the gap means in terms of everything from education to health care. Tesla is the latest tech giant to announce it is moving its headquarters out of Silicon Valley. Reporter Juliette Goodrich tells us Elon's Musks' company is headed to Texas. You may want to think twice before putting a Jack-O-Lantern out this year. Reporter Kevin MacLeod tells us why. Fast food restaurants are adding plant-based meat products to their menus to cater to their vegetarian customers. CBS's Nancy Chen explains that the food revolution is powered by peas from America's heartland. Research shows nearly half of women face significant hair loss during their lifetimes. As reporter Clair Kopsky tells us, there's a place in Tennessee for those suffering with that problem. In Southern California, young great white sharks are swimming with surfers -- and scientists want to know why. CBS's Chris Evens explains. Finally, in one of Europe's largest cities, a furry commuter is making the trip to work more fun. CBS's Tina Kraus with the story.

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Weekend Roundup 10/1

CBS Radio News — Fri, 01 Oct 2021 19:04:11 -0000

On the CBS News Weekend Roundup with host Allison Keyes, there's a new oral medication to fight Covid-19. It's developer, Merck, says it can cut the risk of death or hospitalizations in half. CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus spoke with CBS Mornings. This comes as Montana deals with record coronavirus cases. CBS's Meg Oliver reports. In facilities in Kansas, patients are balking at Covid treatments. Reporter Shawn Loging tells us more. In Los Angeles, some indoor businesses may require customers to show proof of vaccination. Reporter Lesley Martin has the latest. Late Thursday, lawmakers voted to fund the federal government through December, avoiding a government shutdown. Some observers compared the back and forth on Capitol Hill to a political television drama. CBS's Debra Alfarone has the latest. After a week where President Biden's agenda was stalled by infighting among Democratic lawmakers, his popularity is taking a hit. CBS News White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy joins Allison to explain. Starting Friday, a new plan could mean more problems for mail deliveries. The Postmaster General is slowing down some deliveries and raising prices. Errol Barnett reports critics warn this will cause serious damage. In a special report for National Hispanic Heritage Month, CBS's Lisa Mateo takes a look at what is holding Latinas back in the workforce. Earlier this week, disgraced R&B superstar R. Kelly was convicted on charges including sex trafficking and racketeering. As CBS's Jericka Duncan reports, he faces more charges in two other states and may face life in prison. Meanwhile, a victory for Britney Spears, as her father, Jamie Spears, is suspended as her conservator. CBS's Laura Podesta reports that this could affect others under conservatorships in California. In this week's Kaleidoscope, Allison is joined by Paul Gardullo, Smithsonian historian and curator of the National Museum of African American History. He talks about the museums exhibition , "Make Good the Promises," which looks back at the Reconstruction era, the period after the Civil War, and what happened with Blacks and their quest for freedom. Gardullo explains that the battle for things like voting rights remain an issue today Are you having trouble lining up vet appointments for your Covid-19 era canine or feline? You're not alone. Allison hears from Mark Cushing, the founder and CEO of the Animal Policy Group, about the vet shortage in the nation. Finally a big celebration at the most magical place on Earth. CBS's Peter King has some history on the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World.

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Weekend Roundup 9/24

CBS Radio News — Fri, 24 Sep 2021 20:12:58 -0000

On the CBS News Weekend Roundup with host Allison Keyes; the CDC backed Pfizer's Covid19 booster shots for some Americans, including people 65 and older with underlying medical conditions -- but MedStar Health's infectious disease specialist Dr. Ruth Kanthula has some concerns. The CDC has also recommended that pregnant women get vaccinated amid a surge of coronavirus cases among them. CBS's Mireya Villarreal has one family's tragic story. President Biden gave his first address to the United Nations General Assembly this week, in hopes of convincing world leaders to join the U-S in fighting Covid19, climate change, and more. This was the first gathering in the U-N since the pandemic. CBS News Foreign Affairs Analyst Pamela Falk was there. There's controversy over the Biden administration's handling of the humanitarian crisis of the Southern border, where thousands of mostly Haitian migrants gathered in a tent city under a bridge in Del Rio. The president took responsibility Friday after scathing criticism from politicians and advocacy groups over images of border patrol agents using horse reins to menace Black migrants surfaced. Del Rio's Mayor says the camp has been cleared but some are still hiding. In a special report for National Hispanic Heritage Month, CBS's Lisa Mateo tells us banks are not stepping up to help finance the rapidly growing number of Latino owned businesses. On Thursday, aviation leaders testified before Congress about the record surge of incidents involving violent passengers. CBS's Errol Barnett reports. More than 13-hundred people have been killed by police officers since the murder of George Floyd. CBS's Kris Van Cleave looks at how some police departments are moving ahead with reforms, despite a breakdown in Congressional efforts to overhaul policing. CBS's Janet Shamlian reports on the ripple effect from the Texas abortion law as the U-S House passes legislation to protect abortion services. In this week's Kaleidoscope, we discuss the nation's fascination with the case of Gabby Petito, the white woman who was found dead after her fiancé returned from their road trip without her. Allison speaks with Jolene Holgate at the Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women about why women of color aren't given the same resources as whites when they vanish. The lights on Broadway are back on -- and so are the long awaited Tony Awards. CBS's Dana Tyler has a preview. If you remember the 70's commercial for Life Cereal, a new ice cream shop in New York City will have you feeling nostalgic. CBS's Vladimir Duthiers gets a taste. Finally, we pay tribute to Melvin Van Peebles, the filmmaker known as the "godfather of modern Black cinema," whose best known movie was "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song."

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Weekend Roundup 9/17

CBS Radio News — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 21:18:52 -0000

On the CBS News Weekend Roundup with host Allison Keyes; the FDA votes unanimously to recommend Pfizer booster shots for Americans over 65 years old and at "high risk of severe COVID-19." But, the debate over boosters has caused confusion for many as health officials face off over whether a third shot is needed. CBS's Dr. David Agus breaks it all down for Allison. Meanwhile, hospitals struggle to handle an influx of COVID-19 patients. CBS's Manuel Bojorquez reports from Florida. On Capitol Hill, the Senate hears from top Olympic gymnasts including Simone Biles, who testifies over the FBI's handling of the sex abuse case of former USA Gymnastics Director Larry Nassar. CBS's Jeff Pegues has the latest, including calls for those involved in the botched probe to be prosecuted. CBS's Peter King reports on SpaceX's Inspiration4 mission, which is comprised entirely of civilians and is currently orbiting the Earth. A new documentary explores the life of boxing legend Muhammad Ali. CBS's Steve Futterman has the details on the PBS documentary. In this week's Kaleidoscope, we look at sexual violence laws around the world. The international human rights group Equality Now recently released a report looking at loopholes in rape laws in 35 countries in North, South, and Central America and the Caribbean. Allison speaks with lead study author Barbara Jimenez-Santiago, who says the testimony of world-class Olympic gymnasts on Capitol Hill about their abuse illustrates how authorities can fail women. Finally, Allison remembers George Wein, who died this week at the age of 95. He helped found the Newport Jazz and Folk Festivals -- the template to gatherings everywhere from Woodstock to the South of France.

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Weekend Roundup 9/10

CBS Radio News — Fri, 10 Sep 2021 19:54:07 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes; September 11th -- 20 years later. Nearly 3-thousand lives were lost at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and aboard Flight 93. 343 firefighters alone died in New York City. We hear from Battalion Chief Jake Lemonda, former president of the Uniformed Fire Officers Association, about what that terrible day was like, and what firefighters need now. Monica Iken-Murphy, who lost her husband Michael, poured her grief into founding the non profit September's Mission Foundation, and fought to secure the World Trade Center site for what is now the National September 11 Memorial and Museum. She spoke with Allison ahead of this weekend's annual ceremonies. From air travel, to security to the immigration system, the attacks on September 11th changed the U-S forever. We hear from CBS's Steve Futterman, CBS's Peter King, and CBS's Lilia Luciano. We'll also hear from CBS's Jeff Pegues on what the attacks meant for the Muslim community. In this week's Kaleidoscope, a discussion about the trauma and illness suffered by those in Lower Manhattan on September 11th. Lila Nordstrom was a senior at Stuyvesant High School, just blocks away from the World Trade Center. She founded the advocacy group StuyHealth, after seeing how her fellow classmates returned to school less than a month after the attacks, and became ill. Allison speaks with Dr. Monica Sweeney, who organized group therapy sessions at the Bedford-Stuyvesant Family Health Center after the attacks, and says people should still get help if they need it. CBS's Jennifer Keiper reports on how schools are dealing with teaching the history of the September 11th attacks. Finally, CBS' Monica Rix has last words from those who were lost. These remembrances or interviews were recorded by StoryCorps in partnership with the National September 11 Memorial & Museum. Learn more at storycorps.org/september11.

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Weekend Roundup 9/3 **UPDATED*

CBS Radio News — Fri, 03 Sep 2021 20:33:30 -0000

On the CBS News Weekend Roundup with host Allison Keyes; the death toll continues to rise after Hurricane Ida batters the Gulf Coast before dumping record-breaking rains on the Northeast. Cleanup continues as both regions try to dry out. President Biden also visits Louisiana to survey storm damage. CBS's Mireya Villarreal begins our coverage; CBS's Jim Krasula also joins Allison from New Orleans. Major controversy over Texas' strict new abortion law, with the president blasting the Supreme Court for allowing it to take effect. Late Friday, a Texas judge temporarily shielded abortion clinics from lawsuits by the non-profit Texas Right to Life in more fallout from that strict abortion law. At Planned Parenthood, Ianthe Metzger reacted before that ruling, but is alarmed. Allison gets the latest from CBS's Nikole Killion, along with reaction from both Planned Parenthood's Ianthe Metzger and National Right to Life Committee President Carol Tobias, who is pleased. CBS's Jericka Duncan reports from suburban Denver on the manslaughter indictment of three police officers and two paramedics in the death of 23-year-old Elijah McClain -- two years after the Black man was put into a chokehold and injected with a powerful sedative. In this week's Kaleidoscope, we discuss the fears that have come to a head for families and women now that the Biden administration has pulled the last U.S. troops out of Afghanistan. U.S. Country Director Naheed Samadi Bahram at Women for Afghan Women, joins Allison to discuss what is happening there, and what is needed to help the Afghan refugees streaming into the U.S. How will COVID-19 worries impact Labor Day travel this holiday weekend? CBS's Errol Barnett reports. Finally, the story of an artist who's found a unique way to tell the tales of Asian American heroes that are often left out of history books. CBS's Adriana Diaz has the story.

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Weekend Roundup 8/27 UPDATED

CBS Radio News — Fri, 27 Aug 2021 20:17:32 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes; Late Friday, the U-S responded to the attack at Kabul airport with a drone strike in Afghanistan, this came after President Biden vowed revenge after an Islamic State suicide bomber killed dozens, including U-S Service Members, just outside of the Kabul airport. U-S forces there are on alert for more attacks. This comes as the Biden Administration races to meet a self imposed deadline to get Americans, and at risk Afghans, out after a Taliban takeover. CBS's Nancy Cordes reports from the White House. Allison speaks with an Afghan American woman living in the U-S who lost three family members in that attack about her fears for her family. Covid-19 cases, deaths, and hospitalizations continue to rise across the country, the nation is projected to see nearly 100-thousand more deaths between now and December 1st. This week hospitalizations in Oregon hit a record high. Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center invited CBS' Janet Shamlian inside to see the heartache for families and staff. Half of children between ages 12-17 have received at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine. We hear from Dr. Ruth Kanthula, a pediatric infectious disease specialist at Medstar Health. The CDC says people should get Covid-19 booster shots 8 months after their second vaccine. For some, that will come when they would normally get flu shots. Here's CBS's Meghan Schiller with what you need to know. Until a few years ago, people accused of a crime in Louisiana could be convicted -- even if the jury's verdict was not unanimous. This centuries-old law was designed to make it easier to incarcerate people of color. Despite the Supreme Court deeming this law unconstitutional, hundreds still remain in prison, hoping for justice. 60 Minutes + Correspondent Wesley Lowery reports on so-called "Jim Crow Juries." Also in Louisiana, newly released body cam footage, obtained by the Associated Press, reveals the brutal encounter between State Troopers and a Black man. As CBS's Jim Krasula reports, the trooper defended his actions as "pain compliance." In this week's Kaleidoscope, the debate within the LGBTQ community over whether to update the Gilbert Baker's Rainbow Pride Flag. LGBTQ organizations are considering what's known as the Progress Pride Flag, which adds black, brown, light blue, white and pink stripes to recognizing people of color and transgender members of the community. A survey on the issue will be released next month. Allison is joined by Eric Stanley, a professor of gender and women's studies at the University of California, Berkeley. CBS's Ian Lee reports on the global heat problem, and what climate scientists say is getting worse Parents are worried over a seat heater that started a fire and burned a 6-year-old boy. Reporter Kristina Rex has more. . In Italy this week, a 97-year-old U-S Army veteran was celebrating his greatest triumph of World War II. CBS's Chris Livesay has his remarkable story of fate and salvation. CBS's Bradley Blackburn reports on the best time of day to work out. Finally, as kids head back to school amid Covid-19, Sesame Street is working with the meditation app HEADSPACE to help them handle stress. CBS's Diane King Hall joined "CBS This Morning" to tells us more.

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Weekend Roundup 8/20

CBS Radio News — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 19:57:02 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes, the CDC says Covid-19 hospitalizations for people under 50 are at the highest level since the start of the pandemic as infections spike driven by that Delta variant. Some scientists are taking issue with the President's decision to recommend booster shots. A non-essential travel ban has also been extended on borders of Mexico and Canada. CBS News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it all down. Emergency medical workers in Louisiana are dealing with mostly unvaccinated patients before they get to the hospital. CBS's David Begnaud reports. More and more coronavirus patients are in need of critical care, and it is getting harder to find places to go. Reporter Megan Vanselow tells us about Goodall Witcher Hospital in Clifton, Texas, which only has two ventilators on hand, and is desperately looking for open beds. There's some good news amid the pandemic, minor league baseball survived. CBS's Peter King reports. There's chaos at the Kabul airport as the U-S military continues evacuating Americans and Afghans at risk amid the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan. President Biden gave an update Friday afternoon. CBS's Steven Portnoy joins Allison with more on what the president has been saying this week. It has been tough for many who served in Afghanistan to watch. Reporter Jamie Perez is in Wisconsin. The death toll in Haiti is continuing to rise after a massive earthquake on Saturday, and life-saving aid has not reached some of the hardest hit parts of the nation. CBS's Vladimir Duthiers has been visiting towns where people need help. In this week's Kaleidoscope, the Taliban takeover and the dangers women and activists are facing in Afghanistan. The last time the Taliban controlled Afghanistan, women were forced to wear burqas and risked being beaten if they went outside without a male guardian. This time, the Taliban says it will respect women's rights -- within the norms of Islamic law. Allison is joined by Yasmeen Hassan, global executive director of the human rights organizations Equality Now, who believes women and activists are still in grave danger. Flight attendants are learning self defense, amid an array of bad behavior on flights. The F-A-A has levied more than 1 million dollars in fines of dozens of unruly passengers. CBS Erroll Barnett tells us more. There's a new program aimed at helping prison inmates in Minnesota get a second chance. Reporter Liz Collin has the story of a woman trying to earn a law degree. There's a reason your cup of Joe is getting pricier. CBS's Michael George explains. Finally, a teenage girl from Belgium is on a mission to break a world record. But CBS's Ian Lee tells us making history is just a part of this young pilot's plan.

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Weekend Roundup 8/13

CBS Radio News — Fri, 13 Aug 2021 19:54:38 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes, the FDA authorized Covid-19 booster shots for those with weakened immune systems -- meaning they can get a third dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. The CDC says hospitalizations of children have reached a peak higher than the winter surge, as kids get ready to go back to school. We hear from MedStar Health pediatric infectious disease specialist Dr. Ruth Kanthula. In Texas, hospitals are overwhelmed; more than 90-percent of ICU beds are full. This as coronavirus cases surge across the country -- partly due to the Delta Variant and unvaccinated people. CBS's Janet Shamlian reports. The U-N's climate panel came out with a devastating report this week, as heat waves scorch the globe. CBS Vicki Barker reports from London. Andrew Cuomo announced he will resign amid sexual harassment allegations, despite claiming he did nothing wrong. Lt. Governor Kathy Hochul will succeed Mr. Cuomo and will be New York's first woman to hold that office. CBS's Jericka Duncan has details. According to new census data, the nation's population is changing dramatically. The number of caucasians is down 61.6 percent -- from 75 percent a decade ago. CBS's Ed O'Keefe reports on what this means. In Chicago, there was a rally to support police Officer Ella French, who was murdered on duty. This comes amid a stark divide between city leaders, police, and communities of color. Reporter Dana Koslov has more. In Atlanta, a family filed a federal complaint alleging civil rights violations at an elementary school, claiming that the principal was separating the school's 12 Black second graders from their classrooms. Reporter Jamie Kennedy has more. Also in Georgia, two high school coaches are facing murder charges for the death of 16-year-old Imani Bell, who died of heat stroke during an outdoor practice in 2019. CBS's Mark Strassman spoke with her father. The Golden Years are often lonely, and not just for people. CBS's Chip Reid tells us there's an effort to change that. CBS's Carter Evans reports on rising consumer prices. A new study finds that U-S Muslims are twice as likely to report a history of attempted suicides -- compared to people of other faiths. In this week's Kaleidoscope, Allison is joined by lead study author, Dr. Rania Awaad, director of Stanford's Muslim Mental Health and Islamic Psychology lab. The emotion longtime viewers of "Jeopardy" are feeling after the announcement of the TWO new hosts: What is: Anger? As Allison tells us, many are unhappy that the show's producer Mike Richards and actress Mayim Bialik were chosen over fan favorite, actor, author, and director, LeVar Burton. CBS's Lilia Luciano has the story of big changes in Britney Sears' conservatorship. Finally, CBS's Nancy Chen with the story of a Chicago girl who opened her heart after a trip overseas opened her eyes.

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Weekend Roundup 8/6 UPDATE

CBS Radio News — Fri, 06 Aug 2021 19:38:44 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes, a warning from the CDC about the increasing surge in daily Covid-19 cases, which are now at the highest level since February due to the Delta variant and unvaccinated people. Some companies tell employees they must be fully vaccinated by October. Despite reports of breakthrough infections among fully vaccinated people, CBS's Dr. Jon LaPook tells Allison he sees a bright side. The BBC's Jamie Coulson has a cautionary tale about the coronavirus and young people. Schools reopened in Georgia this week; as reporters Trason Bragg and Sabrina Silva tell us, there were very different reactions to the Covid-19 mask mandates. Africa is dealing with twin catastrophes. The WHO says Covid-19 deaths have surged by 80 percent in the past month, plus there's famine in Ethiopia. CBS News Foreign Affairs Analyst Pamela Falk explains. The Olympic games are winding down. American sprinter Allyson Felix made history by becoming the most decorated athlete in Olympic Track and Field. After an emergency C-section in 2018, Felix has become an advocate against racial disparities in maternal health care. CBS's Steve Futterman reports from Tokyo. There's an elite group of federal firefighters called Smokejumpers -- who skydive from planes. As cool as that sounds, they're having trouble filling open positions. CBS's Enrique Acevedo at 60 Minutes + tells us why. In New Hampshire, people are supporting a man known as River Dave, a folk hero who's been living in a cabin off the grid. CBS's Jim Krasula tells us he's in jail for refusing to vacate the land, and people are now signing a petition to let him stay there. In Australia, there's a furry problem. Scott Mayman reports. Finally, In a two-part special extended Kaleidoscope, we discuss the new pandemic eviction moratorium. This past weekend, millions panicked when the original moratorium ended. Allison speaks with Ronald Leonard in Daytona Beach, who thought he might become homeless. Allison also speaks with a landlord in Washington, DC who is also a tenant, about how she has been affected by the eviction moratorium, and shares her take on the situation. After some questions over legality -- and some political scrambling -- the CDC issued a new moratorium that will run through October 3rd. The Alabama and Georgia chapters of the National Association of Realtors swiftly sued to block the new ban, saying the CDC bowed to political pressure. Now there's a race to fast track the release of 46.5-billion-dollars in rental aid meant to help both landlords and renters, which has been stalled in many states.

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Weekend Roundup 7/30

CBS Radio News — Fri, 30 Jul 2021 19:56:47 -0000

On the CBS News Weekend Roundup with host Allison Keyes, new CDC data finds that the Delta variant is much more contagious than experts previously thought, and could spread as quickly as chicken pox. The report has prompted the agency to urge vaccinated people to wear masks indoors where coronavirus rates are high. Allison is joined by infectious disease expert Dr. Virginia Banks with the Northeast Ohio Infectious Disease Associates. CBS's Nancy Cordes has the latest on President Biden's new rules for federal workers, and the eviction moratorium. Stunning news out of Tokyo as gold medal winning Olympian Simon Biles dropped out of both the team and individual all-around competitions, to protect her mental health. Dominique Dawes, the first Black gymnast to win Olympic gold, tells "CBS This Morning," she knows what Biles is going through. As CBS's Steve Futterman explains to Allison from Tokyo, Biles' decision has sparked a new understanding about pressure. CBS's Jim Krasula reports on about a former colleague who went viral over the Olympics. Gun violence has been growing amid the Covid-19 pandemic. In April, the Biden Administration announced it will pledge $ 5 (B) billion dollars for violence prevention programs, like LIFE Camp. CBS's Dr. Tara Narula looks at the non-profit, co-founded by Erica Ford. In this week's Kaleidoscope, we discuss the future of space tourism. Billionaires Jeff Bezos and Richard Branson launched missions to the edge of space. Passengers along for the ride paid out of this world prices ranging from tens of millions to a quarter of a million dollars. Will the price ever go down? Allison speaks with astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson at the American Museum of Natural History about this and other burning topics, including UFO's. In the American West, wild horses have roamed for centuries. CBS's Chip Reid introduces us to a woman on a mission to protect them. The world is saying goodbye to a legend. Dominican merengue musician Johnny Ventura died suddenly Wednesday after a heart attack. CBS' Deborah Rodriguez has a remembrance. The CDC is advising universal masking for schools regardless of the vaccination status of staff, teachers and students. Washington, DC mom Kyra Szanto tells Allison that's great for her 9-year-old daughter who has been having a tough time. Finally, mental health is on the minds of many this week, and CBS's Jeff Pegues had an Instagram Live conversation with CBS's Jericka Duncan about a very personal issue after they were on a panel together.

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Weekend Roundup 7/23

CBS Radio News — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 20:07:43 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup," with host Allison Keyes, the highly contagious Delta variant of Covid-19 now accounts for more than 80 percent of new coronavirus cases in the nation. The World Health Organization says it is also fueling a global surge in new infections, sparking a debate over whether face coverings are needed again. Allison asks CBS News Medical contributor Dr. David Agus what he thinks. Mask mandates are varying in schools across the nation, including in states like Georgia. Reporter Adam Murphy explains. Florida, Mississippi and Arkansas are among the states being hit the hardest right now. CBS's David Begnaud went to Louisiana, which reported one of its highest single day totals this week -- since the pandemic began. Opening ceremonies went on as planned Friday for the Tokyo Olympics amid serious worries over Covid-19. We get the latest from CBS's Steve Futterman who reports from the stadium. On Friday morning, Attorney General Merrick Garland met with law enforcement officers in his hometown, Chicago. It is one of five cities where the Department of Justice and the A-T-F are launching cross-jurisdictional strike forces to help reduce gun violence, by disrupting the trafficking of illegal firearms in key areas across the nation. CBS's Jennifer Keiper reports from Chicago. On Capitol Hill there's a showdown over a select committee investigating that deadly attack on the U-S Capitol on January 6th. Allison gets the latest from CBS's Nikole Killion. Some companies are gathering their troops to head back into the office after a long break over Covid-19, but many Americans want to work from home permanently. CBS's Laura Podesta reports. Jeff Bezos was the second billionaire to blast up to the edge of space this week. His companions were the oldest and youngest to make it up there, but as CBS's Mark Strassmann explains, there was more drama than just the flight. After boozing it up during the pandemic, many people are putting the alcohol down. That means more zero-proof brands are hitting the shelves. CBS's Michael George has the latest on this trend. In this week's Kaleidoscope, we look at a Washington, DC-based effort to end hunger. Allison speaks with Mark Bucher, the co-owner of the Medium Rare Restaurant Group and founder of the non-profit Feed the Fridge. The organization places refrigerators, filled with food from area restaurants, in places like schools and recreation centers to feed those in need. Finally, Allison speaks with Marc Mellon, the sculptor of a statue commemorating the "Handshake of the Century." 75 years ago, soon to be Black Major League Baseball pioneer Jackie Robinson and his white teammate, George Shuba, shook hands after Robinson hit a home run for their minor league team.

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Weekend Roundup 7/16

CBS Radio News — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 19:59:38 -0000

On the CBS News Weekend Roundup with host Allison Keyes, COVID-19 cases are surging in 46 states. Health experts are blaming the combination of unvaccinated people and the highly contagious Delta variant. We get the latest from from infectious disease expert Dr. William Schaffner at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Allison also speaks with Erica DeBoer at Sanford Health, the largest rural health care organization in the nation, about the nurses shortage across the country...especially in rural areas. The CDC released disturbing data this week, that found drug overdoses rose by nearly 30 percent last year. CBS's Peter King reports. President Biden met with Senate Democrats, seeking support for his massive spending plan. CBS's Kris Van Cleave has the details. The State Department is playing catchup to renew the backlog of expired passports, many were not updated because of the pandemic. As CBS's Anthony Pura tells us, appointments are tough to come by. Travelers may also need to get used to paying more, as travel prices continue to spike. CBS's Errol Barnett reports. In intergalactic travel news, Allison tells us about the youngest and oldest people heading into space on on Blue Origin's New Shepard on July 20th. In the Kaleidoscope, we discuss Grammy winning pop star Britney Spears and a major victory in her fight to end her conservatorship, and we she has called an abusive legal arrangement. Earlier this week, Spears was given the right to hire her own attorney for the first time since her father began managing her career and finances in 2008, when she had mental health issues. Rick Black, executive director of the Center for Estate Administration Reform, spoke at a #FreeBritney rally this week, but tells Allison she is far from the only victim. In our "Eye on Earth" series, CBS's Chris Livesay looks at the effects of climate change on one of Italy's most famous tourist destinations. There's a new study out from NASA and the University of Hawaii that warns that upcoming changes in the Moon's orbit -- a wobble if you will -- could lead to record flooding in the 2030s. Allison gets details from lead study author Phil Thompson. After a break over the pandemic, the 113th Chicago Auto show is open. CBS's Jennifer Keiper has details. Finally, Saturday marks the one year anniversary of the death of civil rights icon and Georgia Representative John Lewis. He was arrested 45 times, and nearly killed in 1965 as he fought for freedom and voting rights. As he was lying in state at the U-S Capitol, one of his most powerful speeches was played. At his funeral, former President Obama reminded mourners that the battle continues. Allison asks CBS's Nikole Killion to look back -- and ahead.

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Weekend Roundup 7/9

CBS Radio News — Fri, 09 Jul 2021 20:42:41 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes. Pfizer says it will seek emergency FDA authorization this summer for a booster shot to its Covid-19 vaccine, but the CDC and FDA say fully vaccinated Americans do not need the booster right now. This comes as the Delta variant spikes around the world. We get the latest from CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus. There are reports that ransomware attacks more than doubled between 2019 and 2020. Why? Allison asked CNET's Roger Cheng. President Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke on Friday after cyber attacks earlier this week, with Mister Biden saying Russia needs to take action on the ransomware attacks by "criminals based in Russia." Allison gets the latest from CBS's Steven Portnoy at the White House. The Biden Administration also met with civil rights activists on Thursday amid growing calls for it to address what some see as an assault on voting rights. CBS's Ed O'Keefe has the latest. Black civil rights activists including Rev. Al Sharpton turned up at the funeral for a white 17-year-old shot and killed by a sheriff's deputy in Arkansas. Hunter Brittain's family says he was not armed. CBS's Jericka Duncan tells Allison the civil rights activists are sending a message. The Western part of the nation is headed for another potentially deadly heatwave. CBS's David Begnaud has more. A social media site best known for funny dance videos is helping to connect employers and job seekers. CBS's Elise Preston tells us more. There's bad news about global job losses amid Covid-19. CBS's Diane King-Hall explains. On this week's Kaleidoscope, a violent July 4th weekend in Chicago. More than 100 people were shot, including a 5-year-old girl. At least 18 died. President Biden visited the area this past week, where he spoke with Mayor Lori Lightfoot about receiving federal help. Some Chicago activists are calling on Governor Governor J-B Pritzker to declare a State of Emergency over gun violence, but long time activist Tio Hardiman at Violence Interrupters NFP, tells Allison he has other ideas. July is Fibroid Awareness Month, which affects about 5-million women in the U.S The FDA recently approved a new drug -- Myfembree -- to help with the heavy bleeding associated with fibroids. Allison speaks with Tanika Gray Valbrun at The White Dress Project, a non profit trying to raise global awareness about uterine fibroids. Finally, our series, "A More Perfect Union " aims to show that what unites us as Americans is far greater than what divides us. CBS's Errol Barnett takes us to Philadelphia, where an innovative program is using art to transform public spaces and change lives.

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Weekend Roundup 7/2

CBS Radio News — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 20:31:58 -0000

On the CBS News Weekend Roundup, the death toll climbs as cleanup continues at the site of the Surfside, Florida condo collapse. President Biden visits Surfside to speak with survivors, victims' families, and first responders. CBS's Manuel Bojorquez tells Allison about the impact of the president's visit. The highly contagious COVID-19 Delta variant has health officials on edge, as tens of millions of Americans prepare to travel this 4th of July weekend. Dr. Jon LaPook joins Allison to discuss his concerns about a surge in cases down the road. The Trump Organization and its longtime finance chief are indicted on tax charges. We'll have the latest details from CBS's Jeff Pegues. The Supreme Court upholds voting restrictions in Arizona as part of a highly anticipated decision. CBS's Jan Crawford has more. New fallout in the wake of comedian Bill Cosby's surprise release from prison. CBS's Jericka Duncan speaks with the 83-year-old inside of his home. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi appoints eight members to a bipartisan Select Committee investigating the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol. Allison speaks with CBS's Nikole Killion about the special panel. In the Kaleidoscope, we discuss an analysis from the National Women's Law Center finding that Black, Asian and Latina women will be most at risk when COVID-19 pandemic eviction protections end. NWLC's Sarah Hassmer tells Allison they are struggling already with everything from rent to childcare to feeding their families. Plus, a retrospective on a rock legend to mark the 50th anniversary of his death. CBS's Allison Keyes hosts this week's CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 6/25

CBS Radio News — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 20:28:53 -0000

On the CBS News Weekend Roundup, Former Minneapolis Police office Derek Chauvin has been sentenced to 22 and a half years in prison for the murder of George Floyd. President Biden announced a new strategy to combat gun violence. CBS's Natalie Brand reports. CBS's Peter King reports from Surfside, Florida, where a apartment building collapsed, killing four, and leaving over a hundred unaccounted for. After months of back and forth, there's an infrastructure deal, CBS News White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy tells us more. Major changes could be coming in how sexual assaults in the military are investigated. CBS's David Martin reports. There are ominous developments ahead of the U-S withdrawal from Afghanistan CBS's Cami McCormick tells us more. Hundreds of more unmarked graves have been discovered at the site of an old residential school in Canada. Allison Bamford reports. The Summer Olympics are less than a month away. CBS's Lucy Craft reports from Tokyo on the upcoming games. Pop star Britney Spears spoke out this week regarding her conservatorship, detailing the abuse she has faced for the past 13 years. Here's CBS's Lilia Luciano with the details. In our Kaleidoscope, Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib becomes the first active player to come out as gay. CBS's Mola Lenghi reports. CBS's Laura Podesta is in Brooklyn, where a hair salon is making a cut and style less stressful for those who don't define themselves along traditional gender lines. Plus, we've got the scoop on alcoholic ice cream. CBS's Stacy Lyn hosts this week's CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 6/18

CBS Radio News — Fri, 18 Jun 2021 19:59:09 -0000

On the CBS News Weekend Roundup with host Allison Keyes, June 19, 1865, enslaved Blacks in Texas learned they were free...two years after President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. More than 150-years later, President Biden declared what is now called Juneteenth, a federal holiday. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX) who has long supported the legislation, held the gavel that officially declared the passage, joins Allison to tell us how she's feeling. As we commemorate Juneteenth, we wondered what it was like for Black people immediately after the end of slavery. Allison asked University of Maryland history professor Christopher Bonner. Allison also speaks with Queen Quet, the head of the Gullah-Geechee Nation, which includes people from numerous African ethnic groups linked with indigenous Americans. She explains why Juneteenth holds a special meaning for her people. Rev. John L-C Mosley Sr., who convened a meeting of activists to work for greater national recognition of Juneteenth in 1997, shares his thoughts with Allison about Congress' passage of the bill. In 2016, 94-year-old Texas native, Opal Lee started "Opal's Walk to DC Campaign," to fight to make Juneteenth a national holiday. On the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with the "Grandmother of Juneteenth" about her new project, and how she got started with her activism. Despite the historic bill, not everyone supports making Juneteenth a federal holiday. Allison speaks with Marie Fischer, a member of the conservative Black group, Project 21. Finally, ten Black museums joined forces for a BlackFreedom.org virtual event, to commemorate the holiday with themed programs ranging from tenacity to liberty to joy. At the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Noelle Trent joins Allison to discuss its special Juneteenth programming for young people.

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Weekend Roundup 6/11

CBS Radio News — Fri, 11 Jun 2021 20:10:32 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes, President Biden and other world leaders met face to face in England for the G-7 Summit, for the first time since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic. CBS's Vicki Barker gives Allison the latest from London. The head of the FBI says there's a lot more to come from the probe into the January 6th assault on the U.S Capitol. CBS's Kris Van Cleave reports. There's a Consumer Reports investigation that tells us why people should keep an eye on their credit reports. CBS's Danya Bacchus tells us more. Vice President Kamala Harris made her first international trip to Guatemala and Mexico this week, to deal with the "root causes" of Central American Migration in the U.S. CBS's Adrienne Bard tells Allison how the visit went. CBS's Camilo Montoya Galvez reports on how the Biden Administration is doing with its immigration agenda right now. LGBTQ communities are celebrating Pride month across the country, but violence and discrimination are still rampant. The Equality Act is currently in the Senate, but as CBS's Grace Segers tells Allison, it is not clear the the civil rights legislation will get a vote. June also marks the 40th anniversary of the battle against HIV-AIDS. Dr. Rona Vail, the Clinical Director of HIV Services as the Callen-Lorde Community Health Center in New York City, tells Allison she remembers the beginning. On June 19th, 1865, the enslaved people in Texas learned slavery had been abolished...two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. In the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Greg Carr, the Howard University Chair of the Department of Afro-American studies, who explains the history of Juneteenth , which is now being celebrated across the country. Track and Field Olympian Allyson Felix has her 5th Olympic games in sight. The 35-year-old mom took a break to chat with Allison about training for next month's games in Tokyo. Finally, our series, "A More Perfect Union," aims to show that what unites us as Americans is far greater than what divides us. CBS's Adriana Diaz has the story of a program called "Lead for America," which is designed to bring young college graduates back to their home towns to lend their talents to their under-resourced communities.

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Weekend Roundup 6/4

CBS Radio News — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 19:55:12 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes, the Department of Justice says it will handle ransomware attacks the same way it tackles terrorism cases. This comes after the crippling hacks to the world's largest meat processing company and the Colonial Pipeline. CBS's Jeff Pegues has the latest. Despite the May jobs report, President Biden remains optimistic about his economic plans. CBS's Steven Portnoy joins Allison to discuss this, Mr. Biden's Covid-19 announcement, and his trip to Tulsa to mourn those lost in the 1921 Race Massacre. The mother and longtime partner of U.S Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick, who died after the January 6th insurrection, are stilling lobbying for a commission to investigate the riots. Last week, the GOP blocked the panel from being created. CBS's Nikole Killion has the latest. On Friday, Facebook announced it will continue to ban former President Trump's account until at least 2023. CNET'S Ian Sherr reports. In Minneapolis this week we hear from reporter Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield about a failed attempt to reopen the the intersection where George Floyd was killed by police a year ago. There's a historic battle for power in Israel, where Prime Minister Netanyahu could be out as early as next week. CBS's Robert Berger reports from Jerusalem. Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, organizers of the Tokyo Summer Olympics say the games will begin as planned next month. CBS's Remy Inocencio reports. Canadian Prime Minster Justin Trudeau has apologized to country's indigenous community, after the remains of 200 indigenous children were found last week. CBS's Jericka Duncan has more. The United National Labor Organizations released a report that says the labor crisis, created by the pandemic, is far from over. CBS News Foreign Analyst Pamela Falk explains. During his remarks in Tulsa, where a white mob destroyed the Black Greenwood community, President Biden announced plans to target racism in housing in communities of color. In this week' s Kaleidoscope, Allison gets a breakdown from Lydia Pope, head of the advocacy group, the National Association of Real Estate Brokers. If you feel the need for speed, United Airlines says it is buying jets from Boom Supersonic, which can travel faster than the speed of sound. CBS News Travel Editor Peter Greenberg tells Allison it's pretty cool. Finally, CBS's Vladimir Duthiers has the story, and beautiful music from Violin mega-star Midori, who is one of five legends becoming a Kennedy Center Honoree.

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Weekend Roundup 5/28

CBS Radio News — Fri, 28 May 2021 20:02:13 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup, families are taking to the air, roads, and rails to come together for Memorial Day weekend, thanks to the COVID19 vaccines. CBS's Errol Barnett reports. KCBS Radio reporter Tim Ryan has the latest on the San Jose mass shooting, where 9 people and the gunman died. Now there are new calls for Congress to pass legislation to end gun violence. CBS's Skyler Henry tells us more. Senate Republicans blocked a bill that would create a commission to investigate the January 6th attack on the Capitol. CBS's Cami McCormick reports. This week marked the first anniversary of the police killing of George Floyd, the Black man who died after a white police office knelt on his neck for 9 and a half minutes. Floyd's family met with President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and other lawmakers who want a police reform bill passed. Allison talks to CBS's Jeff Pegues, who covered the case from the beginning and CBS's Jamie Yuccas, a Minnesota native, about how the city of Minneapolis feels different. As protests over the death of George Floyd took place across the nation and the world, many corporations made promises to fix systemic issues with racism. Did they? Allison speaks with Chicago Sun Times columnist Maudlyne Ihejirika, who looked into it, and Alencia Johnson, a social impact strategist, and founder of 1063 West Broad, Allison asked Johnson what her clients are thinking. In the Kaleidoscope we hear from 89-year-old former Ambassador and civil rights statesman Andrew Young. Mr. Young was there when Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated and helped draft the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as well as the 1965 Voting Rights Act. He tells Allison how he is feeling a year after the murder of George Floyd. CBS's Matt Pieper reports on the latest honor for the late Chadwick Boseman, CBS's Steve Futterman honors singer/songwriter Bob Dylan for his 80th birthday. Finally, as the nation honors the fallen this Memorial Day, CBS's Steve Hartman joins Allison to talk about the movement "Taps Across America."

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Weekend Roundup 5/21

CBS Radio News — Fri, 21 May 2021 20:18:46 -0000

On this week's CBS News "Weekend Roundup," confusion over the CDC's latest mask guidance, saying fully vaccinated people do not need to wear face coverings in most settings. The Infectious Diseases Society of America says this could increase the risk of spreading Covid-19. CBS News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins host Allison Keyes to explain. CBS's Peter King reports from Florida. On Thursday, President Biden signed the COVID-19 hate crimes bill, amid attacks on Asian Americans. CBS White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy reports. President Biden says he's sending aid to Gaza after more than a week of the worst violence in years between Israel and Hamas. As CBS's Imtiaz Tyab reports, the humanitarian crises is desperate. The outlook appears dim for a bi-partisan commission to investigate the deadly attack on the Capitol on January 6th. CBS's Skyler Henry has the latest. In Texas, Governor Greg Abbott signed a new, more restrictive abortion bill. As CBS's Kate Smith tells Allison, it is very different than other so-called heartbeat laws. Next week will mark one year since George Floyd's killing. He is the Black man who died after a then-Minneapolis police officer knelt on his neck for 9 and a half minutes. Floyd's sister Bridgett spoke out ahead of commemorations set for this weekend. In Louisiana, disturbing body cam footage was released showing officers tasing and dragging Ronald Greene, a Black man, who later died in their custody in 2019. CBS's Mola Lenghi has the latest. Meanwhile, CBS's David Begnaud obtained an exclusive interview with the daughter of a 73 year old woman with dementia, who was violently arrested in Colorado last June. The officers involved have been charged. 100 year ago, Tulsa, Oklahoma was the scene of one of the worst race massacres in U.S history. A mob of white residents attacked the Black, affluent neighborhood of Greenwood, leaving death and destruction in their wake. This week, 107-year-old survivor Viola Fletcher testified before the House subcommittee that is considering legal remedies. In this week's edition of the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Paul Gardullo, who is a curator at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, who has been working to make sure the nation never forgets what happened. CBS's Errol Barnett takes a ride in Ford's electric F-150. Finally, CBS's Steve Futterman celebrates the 50th anniversary of Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On?," which was THE best album of all time by Rolling Stone Magazine.

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Weekend Roundup 5/14

CBS Radio News — Fri, 14 May 2021 19:58:52 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes, a major step in the fight against the coronavirus. Earlier this week, the CDC announced that fully vaccinated people do not have to wear masks outdoors, or in most indoor settings. Allison gets the details from CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus. CBS News White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy reports on what this means for President Biden. The cyber attack on the Colonial Pipeline, the largest gas pipeline in the country, has caused gas shortages across the U.S, Washington D.C and Virginia being the hardest hit. CBS's Jim Krasula tells us what he is hearing from drivers. Plus, CNET's Ian Sherr joins Allison to discuss how the hack happened. The United Nations Security Council is set to hold an emergency meeting on Sunday, as violence intensifies in the Middle East. Israel is bombarding the Gaza strip as rockets fly from the Hamas-RUN enclave CBS's Ian Lee has the latest. CBS's Robert Berger joins Allison to discuss what it's like on the ground in Jerusalem. In this edition of the Kaleidoscope, a discussion about mental trauma in the Asian American and Black communities. This comes after the police killing of George Floyd and the attacks on Asians throughout the Covid19 pandemic. Allison speaks with University of Albany professor and psychotherapist Dr. Alex Pieterse about what he is hearing from patients. Finally, CBS's Steve Futterman remembers legendary singer/songwriter Bob Marley 40 years after his death.

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Weekend Roundup 5/7

CBS Radio News — Fri, 07 May 2021 19:23:21 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with host Allison Keyes, Republican lawmakers in Texas and Florida are rewriting election laws after losing the White House in the 2020 election. Critics say access to voting will be restricted. We hear from CBS's Ed O'Keefe in Texas and CBS's Peter King in Florida. This, as the same party is moving to strip Representative Liz Cheney, chair of the House Republican Conference, of her post over her frequent criticism of former President Trump. CBS's Kris Van Cleave has the latest. Plus, reactions to the disappointing April jobs report from CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger and President Joe Biden. For the first time in seven months, the U.S recorded its lowest daily COVID-19 case number. 57 percent of adults have had at least one shot of the coronavirus vaccine. CBS's Carter Evans reports. Earlier this week, a federal judge tossed out the CDC's national moratorium on evictions, saying it did not have the power to impose it. The ruling remains on hold until the Justice Department appeals it. Allison speaks with Sateesh Nori, the lead attorney for the Legal Aid Society in Queens, about what this means for tenants and landlords.

According to the Center for Public Integrity, U-S companies who cheat their workers out of pay are unlikely to be punished. Reporter Alexia Fernandez Campbell has the details. A new United Nations report, details a five year high in the global hunger crisis. Allison speaks with CBS News Foreign Analyst Pamela Falk.

In this Unifying America edition of the Kaleidoscope, we take you to Prince George's County, Maryland, which is one of the most affluent African American counties in the U.S. It's government is run by a cadre of Black women, including County Executive Angela Alsobrooks. She tells Allison how that came about, and what it means for women nationwide. Finally, we end this week's show with our furry friends. Allison is joined by Elyise Hallenbeck, the Feral Cat Initiative director with Bideawee, a non profit animal shelter in New York. She talks about why help is needed for feral cats.

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Weekend Roundup 4/30

CBS Radio News — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 19:59:21 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup, " President Biden this week made his first address to a joint session of Congress, and marked his 100th day in office. CBS's Nancy Cordes joins host Allison Keyes with the details. The families of George Floyd, Andrew Brown, and Eric Garner were also on Capitol Hill this week to speak with lawmakers about police reform, as President Biden hopes they can put together a compromise by the anniversary of George Floyd's death next month. CBS's Nikole Killion tells us more. Also, the Supreme Court heard two hours of arguments in a case expected to affect the free speech rights of millions of public school students. University of the District of Columbia law professor Philip Lee joins Allison to discuss the issues involved. The daily average of new Covid-19 cases is down to its lowest level since mid-October, and cities and companies are moving to reopen. CBS's Meg Oliver reports. Meanwhile, the CDC says cruise ships can run in U.S. waters by mid-summer. CBS's Errol Barnett gives Allison the details. In this week's Unifying America edition of the Kaleidoscope, we discuss transgender rights. Laws in several states ban trans athletes from competing in female sports. We hear from National Center for Transgender Equality Executive Director Mara Keisling, and Patricio Manuel, who transitioned from female to male and is believed to be the first transgender male professional boxer in the world. According to a new study conducted by scientists at five universities, deadly air pollutants disproportionately affect Americans of color. CBS's Cara Korte explains. Finally, the terrifying Brood X cicadas are back!! Allison talks to the "Beetle Guy," entomologist Floyd Shockley at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History, about what you need to know.

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Weekend Roundup 4/23

CBS Radio News — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 19:39:04 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup," a jury found former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin guilty on all three counts in the murder of George Floyd, after kneeling on his neck for more than 9 minutes. We hear from CBS's Jamie Yuccas, who has been covering the trial, about the sentence he may be facing. CBS's Jeff Pegues talks to Host Allison Keyes about what it was like to be in the streets of Minneapolis when the guilty verdict was read and the Department of Justice's probe into the the Minneapolis Police Department. Following the verdict, President Biden also weighed in on the decision to convict. What is the historic significance of this verdict? Allison speaks with Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch, who is also founding director of the institution's National Museum of African American History and Culture and Howard University Afro-American Studies Department Chair and law professor Greg Carr. It was a busy week for the President. He met a new covid-19 vaccine goal and spoke at the Global Climate Summit. CBS's Steven Portnoy tells us more. Also this week, the Senate overwhelmingly passed the anti-Asian American hate crimes bill. CBS's Stacy Lyn reports. In a special two part edition of the Kaleidoscope, reactions to the Chauvin trial guilty verdicts. Allison speaks with Rev. Alvin Herring, executive director of the non-profit Faith in Action and National Fraternal Order of Police president Patrick Yoes, who tells us what police officers are saying about the verdict. Rev. Herring was in in Ferguson, Missouri during the protests following the death of Michael Brown, who was killed by a white police officer and never charged. Many see this case as the birth of the Black Lives Matter movement.

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Weekend Roundup 4/16

CBS Radio News — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 20:14:41 -0000

Another mass shooting has rocked the nation...this time in Indianapolis...where a gunmen opened fire at a FedEx facility killing at least eight people, before taking his own life. CBS's Charlie De Mar has the latest. The CDC held an emergency meeting regarding the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. All 50 states have halted the distribution after six women developed blood clots, which resulted in at least one death. Allison speaks with Vanderbuilt University Medical Center infectious disease professor Dr. William Schaffner, who was among the experts at the CDC meeting, and provides a breakdown of the science behind the pause. There was testimony on Capitol Hill this week, over massive failures by Capitol police ahead of that deadly riot in January. CBS's Nikole Killion tells Allison the security upgrades being suggested could cost about 2 billion dollars. President Biden made major announcements this week, including sanctions against Russia, and bringing troops home from Afghanistan. CBS's Christina Ruffini tells us more. The murder trial against former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin, who is charged in the death of George Floyd, wrapped its second week. As CBS's Jamie Yuccas reports, Chauvin declined to take the stand in his own defense. Closing arguments are set for Monday. Meanwhile, less than ten miles from that courtroom, , there are protests over the killing of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man fatally shot by white police officer, Kim Potter, who drew her gun instead of a taser. CBS's Omar Villafranca tells Allison there are calls for stronger charges against her. Adriana Diaz reports from Chicago, where there's outrage over the video of fatal police shooting of a 13-year-old Latino boy. C In this Unifying America edition of the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Bishop Richard Howell Junior, who has opened the historic Black Shiloh Temple as a "safe space" for people to process their feelings about the Chauvin trial, the police shootings of black individuals, and the protests that followed.

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Weekend Roundup 4/9

CBS Radio News — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 20:30:04 -0000

On this edition of the CBS News "Weekend Roundup," President Biden takes executive action to battle what he calls an "epidemic" of gun violence, following a string of mass shootings over the past few weeks, including one that happened hours after his announcement on Thursday. Host Allison Keyes begins our coverage with CBS News White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy. Meanwhile, CBS's Jeff Pegues, who has been covering some of those attacks, has been checking in with his law enforcement sources to see if there is any way to stop them. Britain's Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II, died Friday at the age of 99. CBS's Vicki Barker reports from London. There are concerns over the Johnson and Johnson vaccine, after incidents of dizziness and other reactions have been reported, causing two states to pause distribution of those vaccines. We get the latest from CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus. CBS News has been covering the fallout from the sharp increase in immigration at the nation's Southern border, mostly driven by families and unaccompanied children from Central America. CBS News 60 Minutes plus Correspondent Enrique Acevedo tells Allison about what he learned. The full story airs this Sunday on 60 minutes plus. Allison also speaks with Washington County Justice of the Peace, Evelyn Rios Stafford, who is the first transgender person to hold elective office in Arkansas. She talks about the state becoming the first to ban gender affirming medical treatment to trans youth, which overrides Governor Asa Hutchinson's veto. "Judas and the Black Messiah," is an Academy Award nominee for Best Picture. The film is the story of Fred Hampton Sr., the Chairman of the Black Panther Party's Illinois chapter. He was killed in a police raid in 1969 after the movement was infiltrated by the FBI. In this week's Unifying America edition of the Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Fred Hampton Jr., about his father's legacy, which includes focusing on ending police brutality and providing food and medical care to poor communities, and consulting on the film bringing his father's life to the big screen. This Sunday, NASA is set to make history by flying a helicopter on Mars! Allison speaks with NASA Mars Exploration Program Director Eric Ianson, who explains what the Ingenuity could mean for future exploration of other heavenly bodies. Plus, 60 Minutes Correspondent Jon Wertheim has a treat for the fans of the late superstar Prince - with a preview of a new album from the artist's musical vault called "Welcome 2 America."

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Weekend Roundup 4/2

CBS Radio News — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 20:21:51 -0000

CBS's Stacy Lyn guest hosts this edition of the CBS News "Weekend Roundup. Late Friday, a vehicle drove through the barricades of the Capitol Building, the driver is dead, as well as one police officer. Another officer is a critical condition. We hear more from Acting Capitol Police Chief Yogananda Pittman. CBS's Michael George recaps the emotional week of testimonies in the trial against former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin, who is charged in the death of George Floyd. As Easter Sunday approaches, CBS's Chris Livsay reports on how the pandemic has impacted the Vatican during its busiest time of the year. Meanwhile, Pfizer announced their COVID-19 vaccine is safe and strongly protective in kids as young as 12. CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus tells us more. Earlier this week, President Biden unveiled plans to improve the nation's infrastructure. White House economic advisor Jared Bernstein talked about why it's important to fork out the dough. Wednesday marked International Transgender Day of Visibility, a day to honor transgender Americans. Femi Redwood, a board member of the Association of LGBTQ Journalists, tells us more about how TikTok is playing a role in "challenging transphobic perceptions." Plus -- a parade of mummies in Cairo? You'll have to listen to CBS's Matt Pieper to to find out more!

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Weekend Roundup 3/26

CBS Radio News — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 20:22:41 -0000

This past week, President Biden held his first formal press conference since taking office, and addressed a number of issues including voting rights, the border crisis and the pandemic. CBS's Allison Keyes talks to CBS's Ed O'Keefe. CBS's Janet Shamlian tells Allison about the Biden Administration's border problem. Meanwhile, CBS's Tony Dokoupil reports on the debate over immigration, and gives us a history lesson. The leaders of social media giants Facebook and Twitter testified on Capitol Hill on Thursday, about whether misinformation on their platforms may have played a role leading up to the January 6th insurrection. Allison gets details from CBS's Skyler Henry. The week of Equal Pay Day, which highlights the pay gap between men and women, Biz2Credit released a new report that said women need to work 448 days to make what men make in 365 days. CEO Rohit Arora about how the pandemic was worse for women in the workplace. In this week's Unifying America edition of the Kaleidoscope, the nation is commemorating the 80th anniversary of the legendary Tuskegee Airmen. They were the first Black pilots in the U-S military, who had to battle racist view that they wouldn't be smart enough to fly planes. Allison speaks with 99-year-old Tuskegee Airman Lt. Col. Alexander Jefferson, Spencer Crew and Paul Gardullo from the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture, and educator/historian John W. McCaskill. Finally, Boston has declared March 26th, Leonard Nimoy Day, in honor of what would have been the "Star Trek" star's 90th birthday.

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Weekend Roundup 3/19

CBS Radio News — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 20:16:19 -0000

On this week's CBS News Weekend Roundup; President Biden delivers on his promise -- early -- to get 100 (M) million Covid-19 vaccines into people's arms in his first 100 days in office. Despite this achievement, coronavirus cases are spiking in more than a dozen states. Host Allison Keyes gets the latest from CBS News Contributor Dr. David Agus. Meanwhile, the Biden Administration released details on how the America Rescue Plan will help reopen schools. This comes as the CDC relaxes social distancing guidelines, saying students wearing masks can be three feet apart, instead of six. CBS's Bo Erickson tells us more. There is widespread outrage and sorrow this week after a 21-year-old white man went on a shooting rampage at Atlanta-area spas, killing 8 people; six of them are women of Asian descent. The suspect, Robert Aaron Long, who claims he has a sex addiction, is charged with 8 counts of murder. In the wake of the shooting, President Biden and Vice President Harris met with Asian American leaders in Georgia on Friday. CBS's Steven Portnoy has more on their visit. In this week's Unifying America edition of the Kaleidoscope, we discuss further the attacks on Asian Americans, and how the most recent shooting has left the community in fear. Allison speaks with Cynthia Choi, co-executive director of Chinese for Affirmative Action, a founding partner of Stop AAPI Hate. She discusses the climate in the community, and whether they should fight back. A massive study released by the World Health Organization finds that a third of all women -- some 736 million globally -- have been victims of physical or sexual violence during their lifetimes. CBS's Pamela Falk reports that is very much on the mind of the Biden Administration. It is also on the minds of lawmakers, who voted this week to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act. Allison gets the latest on that, and other legislation passed this week, from CBS's Nikole Killion. Finally, more than 538-thousand people have died from COVID19. CBS's Anthony Mason looks at some of the remarkable lives that have been lost.

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Weekend Roundup 3/12

CBS Radio News — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 21:30:15 -0000

On this week's CBS News Weekend Roundup; Global vigils are being held to mark the one year anniversary of the Covid-19 pandemic. President Biden addressed the nation on Thursday. CBS's Ed O'Keefe joins host Allison Keyes with more details on his speech, and his signing of the nearly 2-trillion dollar Covid-19 stimulus plan. Allison speaks with CBS's Kris Van Cleave about what's in the package, and when Americans will start seeing those 14-hundred dollar checks. We also hear from CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger about what the plan means for your taxes, and CBS's Natalie Brand on the affect the bill could have on the nation's poverty. Meanwhile, the CDC issued revised guidelines saying that most indoor nursing home visits can resume, even if residents and visitors are not fully vaccinated. Immunotherapy scientist Dr. Leo Nissola expresses some reservations to CBSN. This week the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and the Medical University of South Carolina released a study finding a link between Covid-19 cases and death rates in states, and the political affiliation of their governors. Allison gets an explanation from senior study co-author Sara Benjamin-Neelon at Johns Hopkins. In this week's Unifying America edition of the Kaleidoscope, discrimination and language barriers in the fight against Alzheimer's Disease. Allison speaks with Stephanie Monroe, director of African Americans Against Alzheimer's, which is part of Us Against Alzheimer's.org, about problems caretakers of color are facing to get help for their loved ones. Among the many anniversaries this week, Saturday marks a year since Breonna Taylor, a Black woman, was killed in a hail of gunfire in a botched police drug raid. No drugs were found, and the shooting sparked massive. emotional protests. CBS's Jim Krasula reports. Taylor's mother, Tamika Palmer, spoke with WLKY about what her call to action would be for Louisville. March 11th marked 10 years since an earthquake and tsunami in Japan killed more than 22-thousand people. It was personal for CBS's Lucy Craft. Finally, CBS's David Begnaud goes back to a Brooklyn hospital he visited this time last year, which was overrun at the start of the pandemic.

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Weekend Roundup 3/5 UPDATED

CBS Radio News — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 21:17:07 -0000

On Saturday, the Senate passed President Biden's nearly 2 (t) trillion dollar Covid-19 relief plan. Mister Biden addressed the nation right after the vote. So did Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. CBS's Jack Turman reports on what happens next. the nation is racing to get coronavirus vaccines, as the U-S death toll rises to just above 520-thousand. This week, President Biden said there will be enough vaccines on hand for all adults by the end of May. Can it be done? CBS's Steven Portnoy joins Allison Keyes from the White House. Meanwhile, In Europe, the W-H-O says it is time to get back to containing the virus. CBS's Elaine Cobbe has the latest from Paris. CBS's Paramount Plus is airing "76 Days," an award-winning a documentary where two people went into four hospitals in Wuhan, China -- where the coronavirus is believed to originated -- and documented stories of woe, fear, and hope. Allison talks to Co-director, producer and editor Hao Wu. Security measure were put in place over fears of another attack on the Capitol this week. CBS's Jeff Pegues has the latest. It's been 30 years since a video captured Rodney King, a Black motorist, being beaten by four white LAPD officers. CBS's Steve Futterman looks back on how the video opened the eyes of many. On Friday, civil rights advocates are beginning three days of virtual events to mark "Bloody Sunday." March 7th marks the day in 1965, where non-violent activists including the late civil rights icon Representative John Lewis were brutally beaten during a march to expand voting rights. The televised images of the attack on the unarmed demonstrators sparked national outrage. This is the first commemoration since Lewis' death last year. Civil rights leader Rev. William Barber of the Poor People's campaign is joining, and says the battle continues. In this week's Unifying America edition of the Kaleidoscope, mixed reactions over news that six Dr. Seuss books are ceasing publication, over racist and insensitive images. Dr. Seuss Enterprises says books such as "If I Ran the Zoo" portray people, including Blacks and Asians, in ways that are "hurtful and wrong." Meanwhile, longtime fans of the famous author, are calling the outrage an example of cancel culture. University of Virginia professor Sylvia Shin Huey Chong, who specializes in Asian and American studies, weighs in on the controversy. These stories and more on the CBS News "Weekend Roundup."

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Weekend Roundup 2/26

CBS Radio News — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 21:20:17 -0000

On this week's CBS News "Weekend Roundup," we begin with the latest on the coronavirus pandemic. CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky warned states not to relax regulations because of an uptick in confirmed Covid-19 cases in recent days, despite weeks of declining cases and hospitalizations. We hear from CBS's Meg Oliver on the new variants popping up around the nation and CBS's Madeleine Rivera on the FDA's plan to approve Johnson & Johnson's vaccine. Meanwhile, the U-S has taken its first known military actions approved by President Biden with an airstrike along the Syria-Iraq border. As CBS's Tina Kraus reports, it is widely considered to be a message to Iran. It has been 7 weeks since the deadly attack on the U.S Capitol. As CBS's Nikole Killion tells us, the worries of danger are far from over. On Friday, the president traveled to Texas, where a winter storm left death and destruction in its path. We hear from a citrus grower and wildlife conservationist about the damage. In this week's Unifying America edition of the Kaleidoscope, we hear from Liz Abunaw, a Black woman who founded a grocery store pop up and delivery service in the predominantly African American Austin neighborhood on the Chicago's West Side. As she tells Allison, she ended up in the area one day by accident, and decided to do something to bring revenue, jobs and real estate to a place that was severely under-served compared to white neighborhoods. The daughters of civil rights activist Malcolm X, who was assassinated 56 years ago this week in New York City, are reporting new evidence they say shows the NYPD and FBI conspired to kill him. As CBS Saturday Morning co-host Michelle Miller reports, there have been questions about the circumstances surrounding his death for decades.

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Weekend Roundup 2/19

CBS Radio News — Fri, 19 Feb 2021 21:02:31 -0000

On the CBS News "Weekend Roundup," millions of Texans lost power for days after a winter storm overwhelmed its electrical grid. President Biden has approved states of emergency there and also in Louisiana and Oklahoma. Dozens have died trying to keep warm. CBS's Omar Villafranca reports from the Lone Star state. Meanwhile, Republican Texas Senator Ted Cruz is being vilified over a badly timed trip to Cancun this week. CBS's Naomi Ruchim reports. It was a busy Friday for the president; for his first time since taking office, he addressed world leaders, calling for international cooperation on global issues. He also toured a facility in Michigan, where Pfizer makes the COVID19 vaccine. The distribution of the vaccine has been backlogged because of the winter weather. CBS's Debra Alfarone has the latest. We'll hear from CBS's Cami McCormick on why many U-S troops are refusing the vaccines. CBS's Jim Axelrod reports on the death of Conservative talk show host Rush Limbaugh, who was given the Presidential Medal of Freedom by former President Trump. The Biden Administration is hoping to achieve something no president has done in 35 years - getting comprehensive immigration reform passed by Congress. CBS News Immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins Allison to explain the Democratic plan introduced this week that would put millions of undocumented immigrants on the path to citizenship. In this week's Unifying America segment of the Kaleidoscope, we look at why so many Black people have concerns about taking the Covid-19 vaccine. In Alabama, home of the infamous "Tuskegee Syphilis Study," suspicion runs particularly deep. Allison speaks with former Tuskegee Mayor, and President of the Tuskegee Macon County Community Foundation Lucenia Dunn about why she and many other African Americans are so skeptical. "CBS This Morning" host Anthony Mason speaks to some of country's biggest stars about a genre that is trying to open up to diverse voices. Plus, NASA's "Perseverance" Rover has touched down on Mars.

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Weekend Roundup 2/12

CBS Radio News — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 21:44:37 -0000

We begin this week's CBS News "Weekend Roundup" with the coronavirus pandemic. President Joe Biden says the nation's death toll is likely to hit 500-thousand by next month, adding that the country is on track to vaccinate 300 million Americans by July. CBS's Carter Evans reports. CBS's Meg Oliver has the latest on the coronavirus and the nation's schools. Meanwhile, CBS's Vicki Barker reports on the Covid-19 variant found in Southeast England. The second impeachment trial of former president Donald Trump began this week, where Democratic House impeachment managers showed disturbing footage of the deadly attack on the U-S Capitol January 6th. This as Mister Trump's defense team calls the article of impeachment accusing him of inciting that riot an "unconstitutional act of political vengeance. CBS's Nikole Killion joins Allison with more on the proceedings. CBS's Jeff Pegues has the latest on the lingering security concerns at the Capitol. John C. Yang, president and executive director of Asian Americans Advancing Justice, talks to Allison about the brutal attacks on elderly Asian Americans happening around the nation ahead of the Lunar New Year. In this week's Unifying America edition of the Kaleidoscope, we look at the plight of Black farmers, who once were 14-percent of the nation's farming population -- and now only make up 1.4-percent. Allison speaks with Abraham Carpenter Junior, who expresses his opinion of Tom Vilsack, President Joe Biden's choice to lead the Department of Agriculture. This comes as two new bills are introduced into the Senate to address years of discrimination against Black farmers. Finally, we celebrate 50 years of Carole King's chart-topping album, Tapestry, and look at King's musical legacy.

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Weekend Roundup 2/5

CBS Radio News — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 21:17:54 -0000

On Friday, President Biden intensified his push for Congress to pass his nearly 2 trillion-dollar coronavirus relief package. CBS' Allison Keyes gets the latest from CBS News Chief White Correspondent Nancy Cordes. Meanwhile, millions of Americans have received their Covid-19 vaccines, but as CBS's David Begnaud reports, people in rural areas have not. The Democratic-controlled House voted to strip Republican Georgia Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene of her committee assignments, over her endorsement of false conspiracy theories. CBS's Kris Van Cleave has the story. Earlier this week, the CDC says classrooms could reopen -- whether teachers have received the COVID-19 vaccine or not. From coast to coast, educators are not buying it, even going as far as to sue the school districts that are being forced to reopen. CBS's Meg Oliver reports. In this week's Kaleidoscope segment, Allison speaks with the head of the Human Rights Campaign, Alphonso David, about President Biden's memorandum and executive order surrounding LGBTQ rights globally and in the U-S. This comes as Pete Buttigieg becomes the first openly gay cabinet member confirmed by the Senate. Allison talks to Ben Jaffe; he is the creative director of Preservation Hall, the foundation dedicated to preserving the New Orleans' music traditions. Starting this month, students now have the opportunity to learn -- virtually -- about the history and origins of the city's jazz style, as well as learn to play it! Plus, we pay tribute to Oscar-winning actor Christopher Plummer, famous for his role as Captain Von Trapp in "The Sound of Music," who died this week at the age of 91.

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Weekend Roundup: 01/29

CBS Radio News — Fri, 29 Jan 2021 21:33:28 -0000

On this episode of the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," the world passes another grim milestone, as coronavirus cases rise in nearly 40 nations. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes speaks with CBS News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook about why it is so hard to get vaccines as the new head of the CDC says shots should be available to everyone in the nation by the end of the summer. In this week's Unifying America edition of the Kaleidoscope, we take a look at four racial equity executive orders signed this week by President Biden. Allison asks Howard University's chair of Afro-American studies, Dr. Greg Garr, what he thinks of the orders and whether they will bring changes. Plus, we remember the life and career of award-winning, iconic actress Cicely Tyson, who died this week at the age of 96.

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Weekend Roundup 1/22

CBS Radio News — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 21:21:38 -0000

On this episode of the "CBS News Weekend Roundup," we'll have highlights from the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Allison speaks with CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe about details of the ceremony -- which was like no other -- and the Biden Administration's agenda. We will also hear from Ken Rudin, host of "Ken Rudin's Political Junkie" podcast. CBS's Weijia Jiang has the details on President Biden's plan to fight COVID-19, which has infected more than 24.6 million people in the U.S -- while CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus explains why there's a shortage of vaccines. Meanwhile, CBS News Congressional Correspondent Nikole Killion joins Allison to discuss Senate preparations for the impeachment of former President Donald Trump. In this week's "Unifying America" edition of the Kaleidoscope segment, we take a look at the powerful impact Vice President Kamala Harris is having on women. As the first female, Black and South Asian to hold that position, she is inspiring women of all colors in an unprecedented way. Allison speaks with Kavita Amar, an Indian American mom, author and entertainment lawyer in L-A, who says for her community, there's a special meaning. Senator Bernie Sanders' inauguration fashion created a buzz on social media, which resulted in hundreds of memes being created in his imagine. Allison takes us back to the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris to hear from the nation's first National Youth Poet Laureate, Amanda Gorman, the 22-year-old who captivated the audience with her original composition "The Hill We Climb." Plus, we honor former home run king Henry "Hank" Aaron who died this week at the age of 86.

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Weekend Roundup 1/15

CBS Radio News — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 21:33:54 -0000

Less than a week before President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration, law enforcement officials issue a warning, saying the nation faces an unprecedented threat of extremist violence. This as the Department of Justice says it has no direct evidence that some involved in the January 6th storming of the Capitol intended to capture and assassinate elected officials. Allison Keyes talks to CBS's Jeff Pegues. Meanwhile, there are concerns on whether those who stormed the Capitol had help from someone inside. CBS's Catherine Herridge tells Allison some involved used military tactics. President Trump has become the first president to be impeached twice, this time for "incitement of insurrection" over the deadly assault on the U.S Capitol. CBS's Nancy Cordes reports on what's happening in the Senate. CBS's Grace Segers, was inside the Capitol during the attack on January 6th, and talks to Allison about what it was like to return for the impeachment hearings. Joe Biden has unveiled a massive stimulus plan to help fight COVID-19, as the virus reaches over 2-million global cases. Debra Alfarone reports. Thursday, nine people, including former Michigan Governor Rick Snyder, were charged over the Flint Water Scandal. Two were charged with involuntary manslaughter in what many see as an example of environmental racism and injustice. In 2014, the mostly Black city's water supply was tainted with lead, Simultaneously, a Legionnaires disease outbreak killed 12 people. Allison speaks with activist Pastor John McClane about the charges, and a pending 641 (M) million dollar settlement for residents. In this week's Kaleidoscope segment, new reporting from the non-profit newsroom ProPublica suggests that racism in the U-S Capitol Police Department may have exacerbated the deadly storming of the Capitol on January 6th. Allison speaks with the article's co-author Joaquin Sapien. StoryCorps, the 17-year-old non profit with the mission of preserving and sharing humanity's stories, has launched a new effort called One Small Step, aimed at dealing with the political divide in the nation. Allison gets details from founder Dave Isay. Finally, Allison shares the story of an Orlando restaurant server who's quick thinking helped a boy escape from a possibly abusive home.

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Weekend Roundup 1/8

CBS Radio News — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 21:38:05 -0000

On this edition of the "Weekend Roundup," Chaos at the Capitol. Five people, including a US Capitol Police Officer, are dead after supporters of President Trump stormed the Capitol in an effort to stop the counting of Electoral College ballots. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes speaks with CBS's Grace Segers who was inside the Senate gallery when the siege happened. Meanwhile, Twitter has permanently banned President Trump's account, citing "risk of further incitement of violence." CBS News White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy and Capitol Hill Correspondent Nancy Cordes join Allison to discuss the fallout and what is next for the President. In this week's Kaleidoscope segment, Allison speaks with Charles Wilson, National Chair of the National Association of Black Law Enforcement Officers about the disparity he saw in the treatment of the pro-Trump supporters who stormed the capitol and Black Lives Matter demonstrators over the summer.

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Weekend Roundup 12/30

CBS Radio News — Wed, 30 Dec 2020 19:08:57 -0000

In this second half of the "Weekend Roundup" year-end report CBS's Steve Kathan looks back on the COVID-19 pandemic. Correspondent Allison Keyes hears from CBS's Manuel Bojorquez about how the virus spread in Latin America and CBS's Charlie D'Agata on the coronavirus vaccine in Europe. Allison speaks with CBS News Chief Congressional Correspondent Nancy Cordes about the year on Capitol Hill, including President Trump's impeachment trial and CBS News White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy revisits the presidential election. In this week's Kaleidoscope segment, Allison speaks with CBS News Chief Justice and Homeland Security Correspondent Jeff Pegues about a year in which the police killing of a black man, George Floyd, sparked a global battle against brutality and racism.

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Weekend Roundup 12/23

CBS Radio News — Wed, 23 Dec 2020 21:47:44 -0000

In this week's "CBS News Weekend Roundup," CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes looks back on the news that made headlines throughout 2020. Globally, more than 1.7 million people died from the coronavirus, but there's new hope with vaccines on the horizon. CBS News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook talks to Allison about taking the Pfizer vaccine this week. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump lost his re-election battle to President-Elect Joe Biden. We hear from CBS's Steven Portnoy and Nikole Killion about the contentious 2020 campaign season. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger looks back at the economy, which was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. In this week's Kaleidoscope segment, Allison speaks with CBS News Immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez about the big changes in immigration policy in 2020. CBS's Matt Pieper reminds us of the chilling effect the pandemic has had on the entertainment industry, and CBS's Deborah Rodriguez looks back at some of the legends who left us in 2020.

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Weekend Roundup 12/18

CBS Radio News — Fri, 18 Dec 2020 21:19:28 -0000

The first round of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered across the country. Meanwhile, negotiations continue over a coronavirus stimulus bill. We hear from the correspondents covering President-elect Joe Biden's cabinet nominees. We'll report on a dentist accused of breaking the teeth of his patients to bill their insurance, and take a look at the most popular Christmas movies. Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 12/11

CBS Radio News — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 21:36:12 -0000

The FDA gives final approval to the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine as health officials warn people not to travel over the Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year's holiday season as cases spike. Some could begin getting the shots as soon as Monday. Allison gets the latest from CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus and speaks with CBS News Transportation Correspondent Kris Van Cleave about the distribution process and its complications. Allison speaks with psychiatrist Dr. Marketa Wills about how families can discuss whether or not to travel this holiday season. Meanwhile, The Supreme Court rejected a long shot lawsuit supported by President Trump and more than 100 Republicans seeking to overturn the 2020 election. The drama isn't stopping President-elect Joe Biden from moving on with cabinet picks. Allison gets the latest from CBS's Nikole Killion. In this week's Kaleidoscope segment, Allison speaks with Johns Hopkins University history professor and director of Hard Histories at Hopkins Project Martha S. Jones - who was part of a team that discovered that the school's benefactor and namesake owned enslaved Black people. In recognition of Computer Science Education Week, Allison speaks with 16-year-old Jordan Gardner in Vincennes, Indiana, who is working with the National 4-H Council to help teach young people, about why this is important. Finally, Allison speaks with Google’s Katherine Williams about this year’s top search trends.

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Weekend Roundup 12/4

CBS Radio News — Fri, 04 Dec 2020 21:32:44 -0000

Americans appear to have largely ignored the pleas of health experts to stay home for Thanksgiving amid the coronavirus pandemic, as more than 217-thousand new Covid-19 cases were reported on Thursday, and daily deaths are on the rise as well. CBS's Adriana Diaz reports. Britain has become the first nation to approve Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine. CBS's Elaine Cobbe has the latest. President-elect Joe Biden is expressing strong confidence in the nation's top infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci. Allison talks to CBS's Ed O'Keefe. Meanwhile, President Trump is not giving up on his pitched battle to overturn the results of the 2020 election. CBS News White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy joins Allison with what he's been doing. The Trump Administration has quietly released a draft report from the President's Commission on Law Enforcement and the Administration of Justice. CBS's Jeff Pegues takes a look at the findings. A new survey by National Children's Hospital finds that parents are very worried about the lasting impact the coronavirus pandemic will have on their kids. CBS's Lisa Mateo speaks with the hospital's psychologist Parker Huston about his advice for parents. In this week's Kaleidoscope segment, Allison speaks with CBS News Immigration Reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez about the case of a teen who came to the U-S border reporting sex abuse, but was expelled by U-S Immigration and Customs Enforcement over Covid-19 concerns. Big movie news this week as AT&T Inc's Warner Brothers studio says it will debut all of its 2021 films in theaters and on the HBO Max Streaming Service on the same day. CBS's Spencer Raine speaks with Syracuse professor Robert Thompson about what this means for the industry. Finally, Allison tells us about a new study looking at pets and touch amid Covid-19.

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Weekend Roundup 11/25

CBS Radio News — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 21:07:28 -0000

The Trump Administration this week finally gave the green light for the formal transfer of power to President-elect Joe Biden to begin, and Mr. Biden introduced part of his cabinet. Allison gets the latest from CBS's Nikole Killion and CBS News Foreign Affairs Analyst Pamela Falk. This as tens of millions are traveling for Thanksgiving despite a CDC recommendation against it. Allison speaks with CBS News Transportation Correspondent Kris Van Cleave about the crowds, and perspective. This weekend kicks off the holiday shopping season with Black Friday. Allison asks CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger if brick and mortar stores will see huge crowds, and speaks with WalletHub-dot-com's Jill Gonzalez about Black Friday deals. In this week's Kaleidoscope segment, we discuss the desperate need for foster parents amid the coronavirus pandemic. Nationwide there are some 400-thousand children in foster care, and about 96-thousand are waiting for placement. Allison speaks with Jamal Malone at Chicago’s Ada S. McKinley Community Services about why there's been an increase in referrals to its foster care program. Finally, reporter Marcia Kramer has a remembrance of New York City's first Black Mayor, David Dinkins, who died on Monday at the age of 93.

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Weekend Roundup 11/20

CBS Radio News — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 21:44:51 -0000

The CDC recommends that families do not travel this Thanksgiving, as coronavirus cases continue to rise across the country. Correspondent Allison Keyes gets more from CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus. Allison speaks with both CBS's Nikole Killion and CBS's Ed O'Keefe about the contentious transition between outgoing President Trump and President-elect Joe Biden as Mister Trump continues his battle to overturn the November 3rd election. Tens of thousands of residents of the nation's nursing homes are dying from illnesses other than Covid-19, including neglect. Allison speaks with Mairead Painter, the state long term care ombudsman in Connecticut, about what's happening. Meanwhile, the nation is dealing with a massive blood shortage amid the pandemic. Allison speaks with Paul Sullivan at the American Red Cross. In this week's Kaleidoscope segment, Allison speaks with California civil rights lawyer James McElroy who spent years making sure white supremacist Tom Metzger made payments on a $12.5 (M) million dollar judgment for his role in the killing of an Ethiopian man in 1988. McElroy adopted the Ethiopian man's son. And Allison shares some good news for fans of the Charlie Brown holiday specials.

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Weekend Roundup 11/13

CBS Radio News — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 21:40:54 -0000

We begin with the Covid-19 pandemic as the daily number of new coronavirus cases passes the 150-thousand mark for the first time. CBS's David Begnaud with more. CBS News Medical Contributor Dr. David Agus joins Allison to speak about exciting Covid-19 medical advances this week, including a new vaccine from Pfizer the company says is 90 percent effective. The nation and the world are watching the chaotic transition between outgoing President Trump and incoming President-elect Joe Biden. Allison asks Mark Medish, former member of former President Clinton's administration and co-founder of the non-profit, non-partisan Keep Our Republic election integrity group, what he thinks about all of this. CBS's Sabina Castelfranco joins Allison to explain. AAA estimates that tens of millions will travel this Thanksgiving holiday despite the coronavirus pandemic. CBS's Kris Van Cleave reports this is leading to worries about an even larger Covid-19 surge, and also discusses the safety of flying. The nation's top infectious disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci, says if people are having a holiday gathering they should mask up. In this week's Kaleidoscope segment, we look at what many are calling the "Rainbow Wave" of LGBTQ+ election day victories across the nation. Allison speaks with 27-year-old Mauree Turner, the first Muslim and first non-binary person elected to the State House in Oklahoma.

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Weekend Roundup 11/6

CBS Radio News — Fri, 06 Nov 2020 21:18:37 -0000

CBS News projects that Democrat Joe Biden will be the 46th president of the United States. Allison speaks with CBS's Steve Dorsey about how that came about. CBS's Nikole Killion tells us how Vice-President elect Kamala Harris is feeling. CBS's Norah O'Donnell about what President Trump is thinking. CBS's Vicki Barker on reaction from overseas. CBS's Cara Corte on the president's claims about voter fraud. In this week's Kaleidoscope segment, We take a look at CBS News exit polling of Black and Latino voters, who supported President Trump in numbers that might surprise some. Allison speaks with Howard University political science professor Keneshia Grant, who says Democrats didn't do a great job speaking to Black men. And Researchers find cyber-bullying is happening as millions of children are doing on-line learning amid the Covid-19 pandemic. CBS's Nancy Chen explains.

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Weekend Roundup 10/30

CBS Radio News — Fri, 30 Oct 2020 20:23:10 -0000

President Trump and his Democratic rival Joe Biden are criss-crossing the nation in a last minute push to galvanize voters before the election next Tuesday. CBS's Nikole Killion joins CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes with the latest. CBS's Chris Martinez reports on the non-traditional locations where people are casting ballots this year. Allison speaks with CBS's Kate Smith as the Supreme Court says it will conference on a Mississippi case that would give justices the chance to review the 1973 Roe V. Wade decision, And In this week's Kaleidoscope segment, we look at Tulsa, Oklahoma as the nation nears the 100th anniversary of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, some possible remains of victims are found. Allison speaks with the Smithsonian's Paul Gardullo about what that means for the nation.

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Weekend Roundup 10/23

CBS Radio News — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 22:51:46 -0000

We are less than two weeks away from Election Day. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes and CBS White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy look at the issues discussed during the final debate between President Donald Trump and his democratic rival, Joe Biden. CBS This Morning's Tony Dokoupil joins Allison to talk about his special election series, "At America's Crossroads," where he interviews undecided voters. Allison also speaks with prolific actor Larenz Tate about his latest movie, “Business Ethics,” which is going straight to streaming services on Friday. In this week's Kaleidoscope, how an outreach effort by the Trump campaign is making inroads with black male voters and LGBTQ voters are registered in much higher numbers this year. Allison speaks with Democratic pollster Terrance Woodbury and GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate.

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Weekend Roundup 10/16

CBS Radio News — Fri, 16 Oct 2020 20:34:50 -0000

19-Million Americans have already voted and election day is just over two weeks away. CBS News Correspondent Debra Alfarone has the latest. Meanwhile, the number of coronavirus cases is rising in Europe, we hear from CBS News Correspondents Elaine Cobbe in France and Sabina Castelfranco in London. And in this week's Kaleidoscope, Allison Keyes looks at Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, a mental illness that affects as many as three-million Americans.

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Weekend Roundup 10/9

CBS Radio News — Fri, 09 Oct 2020 19:47:37 -0000

On this edition of the "Weekend Roundup," Correspondent Allison Keyes has the latest on the President's coronavirus diagnosis and treatment. Is the experimental Regeneron therapeutic really a miracle drug? White House Correspondent Steven Portnoy speaks with Dr. Anthony Fauci. In this week's Kaleidoscope, Allison Keyes speaks to one of the women behind the 'Freedom Georgia Initiative' - a group of 19 black families that purchased nearly 97 acres of land outside of toomsboro to create what they are calling a thriving safe haven in the midst of racial trauma and the global pandemic.

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Weekend Roundup: 10/2

CBS Radio News — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 23:06:27 -0000

President Trump and the first lady test positive for Covid-19, and he is taken to the hospital. CBS News Correspondent Steven Portnoy has the latest. This week also kicked off the first round of Presidential debates -- where coronavirus was one of the key topics, Allison Keyes gets the details from Correspondent Steve Futterman. Meanwhile, the President's administration says it is planning to take in no more than 15,000 refugees in fiscal 2021. CBS News Correspondent Allison speaks with CBS News Immigration Reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez about what this means. Plus, some colorful birds with even more colorful language removed from a British Zoo. And finally in this week's Kaleidoscope, a closer look at calls for President Trump to more clearly denounce white supremacist groups, which he and the White House insist he has done.

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Weekend Roundup 9/25

CBS Radio News — Fri, 25 Sep 2020 20:43:21 -0000

(NEW) President Donald Trump has announced that he will nominate Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, to fill the vacant seat left by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who died last week at the age of 87. The late Supreme Court Justice became the first woman, and first Jewish person, to lie in state at the U.S Capitol. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes speaks with CBS's Christina Ruffini who was on the scene for this momentous occasion. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump has been refusing to say if he will leave the Oval Office peacefully if he is defeated at the polls in November. CBS's Ben Tracy takes a look at the controversy. A grim milestone: global coronavirus cases have surpassed two-million, Allison Keys talks to CBS News Correspondent Elaine Cobb in Paris, France where numbers are climbing. And finally in this week's Kaleidoscope, we look at the case of Breonna Taylor, and the protests that erupted after a Kentucky Grand Jury decided not to charge three officers directly with her death in a botched drug raid on her apartment in March.

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Weekend Roundup: 09/18

CBS Radio News — Sat, 19 Sep 2020 02:40:12 -0000

CBS's Nikole Killion reports on the death of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Early voting begins in a number of states as the nation moves closer to Election Day. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes speaks with White House correspondent Steven Portnoy about President Trump's campaign and his administration's ongoing clashes with the CDC. Political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins Allison from the campaign trail in Minnesota, where Democratic nominee Joe Biden held a town hall on Thursday. The former Vice President continues his attacks on President Trump for his handling of the pandemic. Health officials in Europe warn of "alarming rates of transmission" of COVID-19 in the continent. Correspondent Vicki Barker has the latest from London. Finally in this week's Kaleidoscope, a deep dive into a new study from the National Registry of Exonerations and what it says about how innocent people end up in jail.

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Weekend Roundup: 09/11

CBS Radio News — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 20:46:24 -0000

Deadly wildfires sweep through the nation's west, devastating parts of California, Oregon, and Washington. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes speaks with correspondent Lilia Luciano from Oregon about the blazes throughout the region. White House correspondent Paula Reid has the latest on President Trump, who is dealing with fallout over comments he made to Bob Woodward about the coronavirus. The nation pauses to mark the 19th anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks. President Trump and Joe Biden both travel to Shanksville, Pennsylvania to commemorate the day. Finally in this week's Kaleidoscope segment, a look at how the coronavirus pandemic is impacting children and families, particularly the poor, around the globe.

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Weekend Roundup: 09/04

CBS Radio News — Fri, 04 Sep 2020 20:59:14 -0000

CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes takes an in-depth look at the presidential race as President Trump and Joe Biden both visit swing states. Meanwhile, coronavirus cases continue to rise across the U.S. as the country prepares for Labor Day weekend. Correspondent Jericka Duncan joins Allison to provide an update on the Breonna Taylor case. New York City delays the start of classes for its 1.1 million students -- Allison speaks with a high school teacher about returning to the classroom during the pandemic. Finally in this week's Kaleidoscope, a discussion about racial discrimination in real estate.

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Weekend Roundup: 08/28

CBS Radio News — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 21:34:08 -0000

CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes takes a look back at this week’s Republican National Convention with Correspondent Nicole Killion. The shooting of Jacob Blake sparked protests in Kenosha and across the sports world, how the nation’s athletes have become leaders for social justice. Finally in this week’s Kaleidoscope, Allison speaks with Gavin Grimm, the transgender man who sued his Virginia high school in 2015 for barring him from using the boy’s bathroom. A federal appeals court ruled Wednesday that the ban is unconstitutional.

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Weekend Roundup: 08/21

CBS Radio News — Fri, 21 Aug 2020 21:07:31 -0000

A look back at this week's virtual 2020 Democratic National Convention. The U.S. passes 5.5 million coronavirus cases. Virus spikes on campuses across the country as students return to school. A notorious serial killer is sentenced in California. Plus -- a conversation about women's voting rights as the nation commemorates 100 years of women's suffrage. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup: 08/14

CBS Radio News — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 21:00:21 -0000

Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden officially announces his running mate -- Senator Kamala Harris. More controversy involving the U.S. Postal Service and mail-in ballots leading up to the November election. Stalled negotiations between Democrats and Republicans leaves the nation without a new COVID-19 relief bill. Chicago's leaders announce new initiatives to stop looting. Plus -- further discussion with parents deciding whether or not to send their children back to school amid the pandemic. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup: 08/07

CBS Radio News — Fri, 07 Aug 2020 20:39:32 -0000

The U.S. passes 160,000 deaths and 4.9 million cases of COVID-19 as surges continue across the country. A look ahead at the November elections and the controversy over mail-in voting. In this week's 'Kaleidoscope', a discussion with the head of the NAD on the challenges facing the deaf during the coronavirus pandemic. Plus -- remembering a music legend on the 25th anniversary of his death. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup: 07/31

CBS Radio News — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 20:33:57 -0000

A final farewell to civil rights icon Congressman John Lewis. Top health experts testify on Capitol Hill about the nation's response to the coronavirus pandemic. Analyzing the contraction of the U.S. economy and the latest unemployment numbers. Why there is a homelessness crisis brewing in the U.S. The continued fight against violent crime in major cities. Plus -- the latest on how the coronavirus is impacting the travel industry. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup: 07/24

CBS Radio News — Fri, 24 Jul 2020 20:52:03 -0000

Coronavirus deaths has exceeded the 4-million mark in the United States. We learn if President Trump's tone has changed about the pandemic.

Meanwhile, as demonstrations continue in Portland, Oregon over the death of George Floyd, there are lawsuits over the President's decision to send federal law enforcement officers into that city and others.

And we look back on the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis. Correspondent Allison Keyes has these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup: 07/17

CBS Radio News — Fri, 17 Jul 2020 20:37:18 -0000

The nationwide debate over mask-wearing rages while the number of coronavirus deaths continues to climb. More from CBS' exclusive interview with President Trump earlier this week. Control of coronavirus data shifts from the CDC to the Trump administration. Addressing deadly shootings and gun violence in major cities across the country. Plus -- thoughts from parents deciding whether or not to send their children back to school in the fall. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup: 07/10

CBS Radio News — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 19:59:57 -0000

Coronavirus numbers continue to surge across the U.S. as the country passes 3 million confirmed cases. The Trump administration maintains an all-out push for children to return to school in the fall. The Supreme Court hands down a pair of highly anticipated decisions involving President Trump's financials. Parts of the nation brace for a serious heat wave. Plus -- An interview with the Green Party's presumptive presidential nominee. CBS News Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup: 07/02

CBS Radio News — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 21:11:46 -0000

As many hotspots continue to see upticks in cases, the nation's top health officials warn that the coronavirus pandemic is far from over. President Trump touts a positive U.S. jobs report for the second month in a row. The movement to remove Confederate statues across the country continues. Plus -- what to expect if you're going to travel this holiday weekend. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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CBS News Special Report: Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 26 Jun 2020 20:35:31 -0000

The White House is continuing to tout its response to Covid-19 -- despite rising numbers in several states. Meanwhile, a new report finds more than 54-thousand people -- who live or work in nursing homes around the nation -- have died from the coronavirus.A conversation with Charles Wilson with the National Association of Black Law Enforcement Officers, about morale amid the protests over police brutality continue across the coutntry. And NASA renames its Washington D.C headquarters to honor Mary Winston Jackson, the agency's first Black female engineer. Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: The Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 20:30:57 -0000

Early Friday, Dr. Anthony Fauci expressed concern over large gatherings. He wouldn't comment directly over President Trump's rally in Tulsa this weekend, but in an interview with CBS News Radio, he says the threat of spreading Coronavirus in big crowds is realIn the meantime, states and businesses continue to reopen -- but not everyone wants to wear a mask.It was an eventful week on Capitol Hill, as the Supreme Court voted against the president's bid to end the DACA program -- but the fight is not over yet.Plus -- a commemoration of Juneteenth as racially fueled protests continue across the country. Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 12 Jun 2020 20:20:54 -0000

The protests against police brutality and and racism continue across the country -- as the debate over confederate flags and statues resurface. Meanwhile, there are concerns about another wave of the coronavirus, as states begin to reopen. And we talk to Quibi's "60 in 6" correspondent Wesley Lowery about his inaugural piece on George Floyd and police brutality -- airing this Sunday. Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more in a special edition of the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 05 Jun 2020 20:23:54 -0000

All four ex-Minneapolis officers are facing murder charges for the death of George Floyd, as protests surrounding his death -- and the deaths of African Americans continue across the country. Meanwhile, there are coronavirus concerns amid the protests, and how they effect state's reopening plans. We'll have the latest job numbers. And two American astronauts take off for space for the first time in nearly a decade. Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more in a special edition of the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: The Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Sat, 30 May 2020 03:57:03 -0000

Fired Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been charged with third degree murder, including manslaughter of George Floyd.This comes after a viral video surfaced of the officer kneeling on Floyd's neck, which resulted in his death triggering protests across the country.On Friday, President Trump officially terminated the relationship with the World Health Organization.And just how accurate is the coronavirus antibody test? Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more in a special edition of the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: The Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 22 May 2020 20:25:36 -0000

On Friday, President Trump deemed houses of worship "essential" and said he would take executive action if state leaders do not reopen them.We'll have the latest unemployment numbers -- as well as new research showing that many black and Latino-owned businesses are struggling to get financial help amid the coronavirus pandemic.And we look back at the history of radio as part of the CBS News Radio/National Press Club Series "Celebrating a Century of Sound."Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more in a special edition of the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 15 May 2020 20:37:24 -0000

President Trump has a new plan to speed up coronavirus vaccine research. Meanwhile, a new Axios/College Reaction poll questions whether students would be willing to return to on campus classes this Fall. And we meet a 104-year-old survivor of the coronavirus. Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more in a special edition of the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: The Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 08 May 2020 20:03:07 -0000

A White House staffer -- the press secretary to Vice President Pence -- has tested positive for coronavirus.

Meanwhile, we are learning about another way to transmit the virus -- through your sewage.

We'll have the latest unemployment numbers. And we celebrate 50 years of a Beatles classic song.

Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more in a special edition of the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: The Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 01 May 2020 20:21:49 -0000

A number of states are reopening -- while others remain closed for businesses.In political news, Democratic Presidential Candidate Joe Biden faces new sex assault allegations.Meanwhile, President Trump is blaming China for the spread of the coronavirus, as he trails behind Biden in the polls.Plus -- could specially trained dogs become front line screeners for the coronavirus? Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more in a special edition of the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: The Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 24 Apr 2020 20:07:46 -0000

President Trump says he was being sarcastic about using cleaning supplies to combat the coronavirus -- but health officials are still warning against it.We'll have the latest coronavirus numbers from around the world.And we find our whether the requirements to wear facial coverings is making things easier for Muslim women.Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more in a special edition of the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: The Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 17 Apr 2020 20:55:35 -0000

The United States remains closed for businesses, as the coronavirus continues to spread. We'll have the latest on President Trump's plan to reopen the nation. Meanwhile, stir crazy Americans are going against orders to social distance. Plus -- how secure is your Zoom meeting? Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more in a special edition of the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: The Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 10 Apr 2020 20:18:07 -0000

The battle against the coronavirus pandemic continues. While the death toll rises across the U.S., some of the nation’s hot spots are showing signs of improvement. More than 16 million Americans are out of work as the unemployment rate grows yet again. In Texas, an ongoing legal battle over abortions during the pandemic. Plus – the use of data in the war on coronavirus. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more in a special edition of the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: The Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 03 Apr 2020 20:22:45 -0000

The coronavirus continues to spread around the globe. In the U.S., more and more states are running low on supplies as health care workers treat the infected and try to prevent further spread of the virus. The March jobs report reveals a stunning number of newly unemployed Americans. Plus -- the death of a legendary singer/songwriter. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more in a special edition of the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: The Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 20:48:00 -0000

The federal government passes a $2.2 trillion dollar relief package in an effort to aid Americans in the face of the coronavirus pandemic. As the number of cases worldwide continues to grow, the U.S. surpasses China as the country with the highest number of confirmed COVID-19 cases. The Trump administration’s handling of the outbreak continues to draw mixed reviews. Plus -- what is it really like to undergo a coronavirus test? CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more in a special edition of the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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CBS News Special Report: The Coronavirus

CBS Radio News — Fri, 20 Mar 2020 21:24:19 -0000

The global coronavirus outbreak continues and alters everyday life for millions around the world. Empty shelves in supermarkets, hospitals in urgent need of supplies, and people self-quarantined in their homes all become commonplace. The governors of California and New York issue tight restrictions for their respective states as the number of deaths in the U.S. continues to climb. President Trump and his coronavirus task force address the nation throughout the week to provide the latest details about the federal government’s response. Plus -- dealing with the stresses of the coronavirus pandemic. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more in a special edition of the CBS News Weekend Roundup: Coronavirus.

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Weekend Roundup 03/13

CBS Radio News — Sat, 14 Mar 2020 19:36:04 -0000

Dr. Anthony Fauci at the National Institutes of Health discusses testing for the coronavirus. The latest on the two-man race in the Democratic presidential primary. The case of a man in prison for three decades for a murder he says he didn't commit. The discrimination against the Asian community amid coronavirus fears. A lab looking for volunteers willing to be infected with the coronavirus. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 03/06

CBS Radio News — Fri, 06 Mar 2020 21:53:46 -0000

The field of candidates for the Democratic presidential nomination narrows in the wake of Super Tuesday. The coronavirus outbreak causes another roller coaster week on Wall Street as COVID-19 continues to spread around the world. The Trump administration is criticized for its response and preparedness for the outbreak. Plus -- the death of an American icon. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 02/28

CBS Radio News — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 21:54:42 -0000

The coronavirus outbreak worsens, keeping the world on edge and sending Wall Street into a tailspin. Democratic presidential hopefuls continue their push for the party's nomination ahead of Super Tuesday. President Trump takes a trip to India. Plus -- disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein is found guilty of two felony sex crimes. CBS News Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 2/21

CBS Radio News — Fri, 21 Feb 2020 20:42:04 -0000

The race to the White House heats up, as Michael Bloomberg made his debate debut this past week in Nevada. Former Trump advisor Roger Stone is sentenced to 40 months in prison. Meanwhile, there are new warnings of alleged Russian meddling in the presidential election. And have you ever wanted to travel to space? Now's your chance! Correspondent Allison Keyes has these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 2/14

CBS Radio News — Fri, 14 Feb 2020 21:57:58 -0000

With the New Hampshire primary in their rear-view mirror, what's next for the Democratic presidential candidates? President Donald Trump and Attorney General William Barr are at odds over the President's tweets about Roger Stone. A weekend of remembrance for the victims of the Parkland, Florida shooting. And how many couples are being unfaithful -- financially? Correspondent Allison Keyes has these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 02/07

CBS Radio News — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 21:43:48 -0000

The Senate acquits President Trump on both articles of impeachment, after a contentious two-week trial. Caucus chaos in Iowa, as Democratic presidential hopefuls vie for voters in the crucial early state in the 2020 primary season. The worldwide coronavirus outbreak worsens. Plus -- the latest U.S. jobs report is released. CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 1/31

CBS Radio News — Fri, 31 Jan 2020 19:37:21 -0000

The Senate Impeachment trial of President Trump draws to its conclusion. Meanwhile, Britain gets ready to leave the European Union. The coronavirus continues to spread, prompting airlines to suspend flights to China. Tributes continue to pour in for the nine victims of last week's helicopter crash, which included basketball star Kobe Bryant, and his 13-year-old daughter. Correspondent Bill Rehkopf has these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 1/24

CBS Radio News — Fri, 24 Jan 2020 21:42:46 -0000

The impeachment trial of President Donald Trump began this week in the Senate, while the rape trial against former Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein resumed in in New York. The coronavirus has killed more than 20 people in China, and has made its way to the United States. And Sir Patrick Stewart leads the "CBS This Morning" crew to the next frontier -- and TO a new installment of "Star Trek," which focuses on his famous character, Captain Jean-Luc Picard. Correspondent Allison Keyes has these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup: 1/17

CBS Radio News — Fri, 17 Jan 2020 21:52:27 -0000

House Democrats officially deliver the articles of impeachment against President Trump to the Senate, setting up a trial to begin next Tuesday. The field of 2020 Democratic hopefuls take to the stage for a debate just a few weeks ahead of the Iowa caucuses. The latest on investigations into Boeing's 737 Max aircraft. Plus -- is the James Bond franchise planning a significant change? CBS News Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 1/10

CBS Radio News — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 16:24:09 -0000

U.S imposes new sanctions against Iran amid tensions following its strike this week on military bases in Iraq, where U-S troops are housed. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she'll send articles of impeachment against President Trump to the Senate next week. Meanwhile, there's more drama for Britain's royal family, as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announce they are stepping away from their royal duties. Plus, a recap of the Consumer Electronics Show. Correspondent Allison Keyes has these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 1/3

CBS Radio News — Fri, 03 Jan 2020 21:15:27 -0000

President Trump says he ordered an air strike on Iraq, fearing Iran's General Qassem Soleimani was plotting to kill Americans stationed there. In an attempt to curb teen vaping, the Trump administration announced a ban on certain flavored e-cigarettes, but some critics say it's not enough. Meanwhile, Congress is back in session, and already at a stalemate over the next steps in the impeachment of President Trump. Dangerous wildfires are burning through Australia. And law enforcement agencies are stepping up security in response to anti-semitic attacks across the country. Correspondent Bill Rehkopf has these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Yearend Roundup Part 2 12/27

CBS Radio News — Fri, 27 Dec 2019 16:58:00 -0000

As 2019 comes to an end, we look back at the year's top stories - the end of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's two year investigation into Russian election meddling. The battle over Brexit and a new royal baby led the headlines in the UK. Here at home a number of mass shootings shook the nation, as sex abuse claims embroiled the Catholic church. The FAA grounded all Boeing 737 Max planes as GM workers went on strike. Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Yearend Roundup.

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Yearend Roundup Part 1 12/20

CBS Radio News — Fri, 20 Dec 2019 19:33:16 -0000

2019 AND the decade are coming to an end. Donald Trump became the third U.S president in history to be impeached by the House of Representatives. Meanwhile, the race to the White House kicked off with as many as a two dozen candidates. Mother Nature ravaged the east and west coast with hurricanes and wildfires. Vaping became a major health concern among teenagers. And violent protests erupted in Honk Kong. Plus -- a look back on the lives of the public figures we lost this year. Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Yearend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 12/13

CBS Radio News — Fri, 13 Dec 2019 20:53:44 -0000

The House Judiciary Committee approved two articles of impeachment against President Trump. Authorities are investigating the latest mass shooting -- in New Jersey -- as an act of domestic terrorism. And 24 new additions to the National Film Registry of the Library of Congress. Correspondent Steve Dorsey has these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup: 12/06

CBS Radio News — Fri, 06 Dec 2019 21:36:09 -0000

A pair of deadly shootings at military bases in Florida and Hawaii. House Democrats announce they will begin writing articles of impeachment against President Trump. New sanctions against Iran. A look at the country's latest jobs report. Plus -- a prominent candidate drops out of the democratic presidential race. CBS News Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 11/27

CBS Radio News — Wed, 27 Nov 2019 17:22:46 -0000

Following two weeks of testimony on Capitol Hill, we'll let you know what you can expect next in the impeachment inquiry. Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg has officially entered the 2020 presidential race. Conan -- the military dog that helped take down ISIS leader al Baghadi -- represented the special forces when they were honored this week at the White House. Plus -- a look at this year's hottest toys. Correspondent Steve Dorsey has these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 11/22

CBS Radio News — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 21:06:19 -0000

After two weeks of testimonies, the House Intelligence Committee's impeachment hearings concluded on Capitol Hill. Arrests have been made in connection with Jeffrey Epstein's death. We'll have the latest on the growing vaping problems. Plus -- the 2019 word OR words of the year have been announced. Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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WEEKEND ROUNDUP: 11/15

CBS Radio News — Fri, 15 Nov 2019 21:36:16 -0000

The eyes of the nation turn to Washington as the public phase of the House impeachment inquiry begins. Democrats, Republicans, and the Trump administration react as the House hears from three different officials as part of the ongoing inquiry of President Trump. A jury finds former Trump campaign adviser Roger Stone guilty on all seven charges faced for his role in the 2016 election. Plus -- a shooting at a California high school leaves two dead and three more wounded. CBS News Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 11/8

CBS Radio News — Fri, 08 Nov 2019 21:21:36 -0000

Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg is looking to enter the race to the White House in 2020. We'll have the latest on the impeachment resolution. Plus, we talk to the Donald Trump Jr. about his new book 'Triggered.' And -- Queen Elizabeth goes fur free! Correspondent Steve Dorsey has those stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 11/1

CBS Radio News — Fri, 01 Nov 2019 20:25:48 -0000

Devastating wildfires are wreaking havoc across the State of California We'll have the latest on the House vote on the impeachment resolution -- and President Trump's response. And ISIS names a new successor following last week's death of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.Correspondent Steve Dorsey has these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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Weekend Roundup 10/25

CBS Radio News — Fri, 25 Oct 2019 20:35:26 -0000

Wildfires are burning through Northern and Southern California. There was chaos this week on Capitol Hill during the impeachment inquiries and the DEMS are critical of the Department of Justices investigation into the Russia Probe. We'll also have the latest from Syria. Plus -- Catholic priests in one area of the world may soon be allowed to get married. Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup.

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WEEKEND ROUNDUP 10/18

CBS Radio News — Fri, 18 Oct 2019 20:00:00 -0000

The House impeachment inquiry is a hot topic on Capitol Hill fueled by a revelation from a Trump staffer, as politicians from both sides of the aisle mourn the death of OverSight Committee Chairman, Rep. Elijah Cummings. There has been a cease-fire in Syria between Turkey and Kurdish forces. And Christmas may be two months away, but we have your guide to this year's high ticket items! Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 10/11

CBS Radio News — Fri, 11 Oct 2019 20:00:00 -0000

It was another busy week on Capitol Hill. We'll have the latest on the fallout from President Trump's call with the Ukrainian president -- and the House impeachment inquiry that's in full swing. An unprecedented move by California's power authority, as they shut off power to prevent the ongoing wildfires. Plus -- Former "NBC Today Show" anchor Matt Lauer is facing new sex assault allegations. Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 10/4

CBS Radio News — Fri, 04 Oct 2019 20:00:00 -0000

President Trump maintains his innocence over the controversial call with the Ukrainian president, saying he doesn't plan to comply with subpeonas for the House's impeachment inquiry. A rise in the death toll from vaping. Plus -- a settlement is reached between MGM and the victims of the Las Vegas shooting -- just days after the two year anniversary of the massacre. Correspondent Steve Dorsey HAS these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP: 09/27

CBS Radio News — Fri, 27 Sep 2019 20:00:00 -0000

Spurred by a whistleblower complaint over a phone call with Ukraine's president, Democrats launch a formal impeachment inquiry into President Trump. The Trump administration makes the transcript of that call public, with the president saying there was nothing wrong with it. The acting director of national intelligence testifies before the House Intelligence Committee about his handling of the whistleblower complaint. Plus -- President Trump visits New York to take part in the General Assembly of the United Nations. CBS News Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 9/20

CBS Radio News — Fri, 20 Sep 2019 20:00:00 -0000

It was a whirlwind week in Washington AND overseas. President Trump dismisses claims related to a private conversation he had with a foreign leader. More fallout after last week's attack on a Saudi Arabia oil facility. Plus -- Canadian Prime Minster Justin Trudeau speaks out, after a photo surfaced of him wearing brownface. Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 9/13

CBS Radio News — Fri, 13 Sep 2019 20:00:00 -0000

Another departure from the White House -- as John Bolton resigns as National Security Advisor. President Trump announces a plan to target vaping. Plus -- the latest from the campagin trail following Thursday's Democratic debate. Correspondent Bill Rehkopf will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 9/6

CBS Radio News — Fri, 06 Sep 2019 19:00:00 -0000

Hurricane Dorian has left a path of death and destruction as it traveled from the Bahamas, to Florida, to the Carolinas. Several states are considering laws to combat the vaping epidemic. Plus -- a look at the issues Congress will tackle when they return from their month-long recess. Correspondent Bill Rehkopf will have those stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 8/30

CBS Radio News — Fri, 30 Aug 2019 19:00:00 -0000

Floridians are preparing for the arrival of Hurricane Dorian. Former Defense Security James Mattis is out with a new book, which details his time in the Trump administration. Families of the latest mass shootings are speaking out on how to end the cycle. Plus -- the latest on the health effects of vaping. Correspondent Bill Rehkopf will have those stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 8/23

CBS Radio News — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 20:00:00 -0000

A deal between phone companies and prosecutors aimed at hanging up on robocalls. Plus, a "no sale" from Greenland prompts President Trump to cancel his trip to Denmark. Also, a police officer is fired from the 2014 chokehold death of Eric Garner. Correspondent Allison Keyes will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 8/16

CBS Radio News — Fri, 16 Aug 2019 20:00:00 -0000

Democratic Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib says she will not visit the West Bank, citing oppressive conditions and humiliation. Meanwhile, President Trump has expressed interest in purchasing Greenland. Plus, a lookback on Woodstock -- 50 years later. Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have those stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP: 08/09

CBS Radio News — Fri, 09 Aug 2019 20:00:00 -0000

Correspondent Steve Futterman covers the El Paso, Texas mass shooting. Correspondent Jim Krasula reports on the Dayton, Ohio mass shooting. White House Correspondent Ben Tracy reports on criticism of the President's visit to Dayton. CBS News Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP: 08/02

CBS Radio News — Fri, 02 Aug 2019 20:00:00 -0000

A change of heart by President Trump on his nominee for Director of National Intelligence. The U.S. announces new tariffs on China as a trade deal between the two countries remains in limbo. The Federal Reserve cuts interest rates. Osama bin Laden's son is killed. The president holds a rally as his re-election campaign continues. Plus -- the massive field of Democratic presidential candidates takes part in two nights of debate in Detroit. CBS News Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 7/26

CBS Radio News — Fri, 26 Jul 2019 20:00:00 -0000

Earlier this week, the Senate finally voted to reauthorize the 9/11 victim compensation fund. Former Special Council Robert Mueller testified before Congress on his two year investigation into Russia. Puerto Rico's governor Ricardo Rossello amid protests, and the federal government will resume capital punishment. Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have those stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 7/19

CBS Radio News — Fri, 19 Jul 2019 20:00:00 -0000

On Friday, Iran seized two British oil tankers, furthering tensions with the U.S. Meanwhile, the feud continues between President Trump and Rep. Ilhan Omar. Plus -- how safe is the app that makes you look old? Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on this CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 7/12

CBS Radio News — Fri, 12 Jul 2019 19:00:00 -0000

Labor Secretary Alexander Acosta has resigned amid the Jeffrey Epstein controversy. R and B singer R. Kelly faces new sex crime charges, and Tropical Storm Barry is making its way towards Louisiana. Plus -- a preview of "One Giant Leap Revisited," the CBS News Radio special commemorating the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11. Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 7/5

CBS Radio News — Sat, 06 Jul 2019 14:00:00 -0000

Two major earthquakes rocked Southern California this week, with aftershocks still being felt throughout the region. President Trump holds his Independence Day "Salute to America" celebration to honor the U.S. military. Democrats criticize the event as a political move. A battle over citizenship and the 2020 census. Plus -- mass protests in Hong Kong. CBS News Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more in the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP: 06/28

CBS Radio News — Sun, 30 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0000

Correspondent Jan Crawford reports on Supreme Court rulings. Steve reports on braille. Correspondent Jeff Pegues reports on a rash of officers shot. Transportation Correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports on Boeing. Correspondent David Begnaud reports from New York on the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 6/21

CBS Radio News — Fri, 21 Jun 2019 20:00:00 -0000

At the last minute, President Trump aborted retaliation plans against Iran, after they shot down an unmanned U.S drone. We'll have the latest on the investigation surrounding the death of Jamal Khashoggi. Plus -- a song by Freddie Mercury is released for the very first time. Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have those stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP: 06/14

CBS Radio News — Fri, 14 Jun 2019 20:00:00 -0000

Two oil tankers in the Gulf of Oman are attacked, with the U.S. pointing a finger at Iran as the culprit. While Robert Mueller's investigation into Russian election meddling is complete, the U.S. House of Representatives continues to pursue documents and testimony from key players involved in the probe. CBS News Radio sits down with the prime minister of Georgia. Plus -- a prominent member of the Trump administration announces a White House departure. CBS News Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 6/7

CBS Radio News — Fri, 07 Jun 2019 19:00:00 -0000

President Trump visited the United Kingdom this past week, where he, Queen Elizabeth, and other world leaders commemorated the 75th anniversary of D-Day. Meanwhile, back in the states, tariff talks with Mexico continued. Plus, a former Broward County sheriff's deputy is arrested over his lack of response during the Parkland school shooting. CBS News Correspondent Steve Dorsey will have these stories and more from our London bureau on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WEEKEND ROUNDUP 5/31

CBS Radio News — Fri, 31 May 2019 19:00:00 -0000

Special Council Robert Mueller made his first public statement this week -- explaining why his office was was not able to charge President Trump with obstruction of justice. Meanwhile, the president has threatened to impose tariffs on goods from Mexico, if the country does not stop immigrants from crossing into the United States. Plus -- CBS News scored two exclusive interviews this week -- with Attorney General William Barr and Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg. CBS News Correspondent Bill Rehkopf will have these stories and more on the CBS News Weekend Roundup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.