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We'll tell you why power to more than 20,000 households in Southern California could be intentionally shut off. Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, is walking back some previous statements during his confirmation hearing. We have the latest on a ceasefire and hostage exchange deal between Israel and Hamas. The US Food and Drug Administration wants packaged food labels to have more information. Plus, a country known for high temperatures is hitting record lows.

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President-elect Donald Trump’s defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing is underway. Dangerous winds return to Southern California, threatening to fan deadly wildfires’ flames. US TikTok users are moving to an unlikely alternative, as the Supreme Court mulls the social media platform’s future. President Joe Biden is set to sign an executive order meant to compete with China on AI. Plus, we'll tell you about a big policy shift at Starbucks.

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Hopes are rising for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal as both sides signal they’re ready to agree. People displaced by the LA fires are dealing with higher rents. President-elect Donald Trump is dealing with a special counsel’s report, senate confirmation hearings and plans for his upcoming inauguration. The special counsel in charge of Hunter Biden’s case is criticizing President Joe Biden. Plus, the US is dealing with an egg shortage

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The Attorney General has released a report on the investigation into President-elect Donald Trump’s actions surrounding the 2020 election. A red flag warning means more difficulty for LA firefighters. Russia says Ukraine has launched a “major” drone and missile attack. Pete Hegseth will try to convince Senators he should lead the Pentagon. And, China’s exports are up ahead of threatened tariffs.

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A dangerous wind threat has expanded in southern California, threatening firefighting efforts. President Joe Biden addressed a possible ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas during one of his final speeches. Foreign policy and national security experts in a key agency are facing a shake-up. Dozens of Kohl’s stores in the US are on the chopping block. Plus, two Hollywood award shows are expected to spotlight first responders in the LA wildfires.

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We start with details on an emerging ceasefire deal being finalized between Israel and Hamas. A federal judge is allowing the Justice Department to release special counsel Jack Smith’s report on his investigation into President-elect Donald Trump and efforts to overturn the 2020 election. We’re examining the impact wildfires can have on mental health. The selection of Lebanon’s new prime minister is dealing a blow to Iran-backed Hezbollah. And, we have takeaways from the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs.

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Officials are warning Los Angeles residents impacted by wildfires not to return to their homes and experts warn about the air quality. FEMA says how long they'll pay for wildfire recovery efforts and where they'll start. Officials from all sides appear to be hopeful about a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal. An earthquake in Japan has triggered a tsunami warning. Plus, we'll tell you why 400 million people will gather in one city.

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As the wind picks back up, firefighters are racing against time to put out wildfires in LA. We’ll hear about some of the people stepping up to help those affected by the fires. Officials once again say Israel and Hamas are getting closer to reaching a ceasefire and hostage deal. Pete Hegseth will try to convince senators that he should lead the Pentagon, but past comments could come back to haunt him. Plus, a Russian oil spill is spreading.

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Winds are expected to pick back up today as firefighters continue battling blazes in Los Angeles. Both the incoming and outgoing US administrations are upping the pressure on Israel to get a ceasefire deal with Hamas. It’ll be a big week for some of President-elect Donald Trump’s administration picks. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is offering to exchange North Korean prisoners. Plus, Blue Origin has called off this morning’s rocket launch.

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The deadly wildfires in Los Angeles have caused unimaginable devastation, especially for those who least expected it. We hear from two longtime Angelenos about the memories they made in their homes, and what comes next now that they’ve been reduced to rubble.

Guest: Courtney Kay Kirsh & Anthony Lewis

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