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Jan. 20, 2021: Presidential History On Inauguration Day; Avalanche Survivor’s Story

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Biden Inauguration
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Joe Biden is sworn in as the 46th president of the United States by Chief Justice John Roberts as Jill Biden holds the Bible during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, as children Ashley and Hunter watch.

As Joe Biden becomes the country’s 46th president, we look at some of the 45 who came before him. What can history tell us about the present? Then, how a backcountry snowboarder survived an avalanche. Plus, apprenticeships may help address the early childhood educator crisis in Colorado. And The Lumineers' Jeremiah Fraites on his debut solo project.