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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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ll tell you about some good Samaritans who are helping feed and protect their neighbors impacted by the wildfires in Los Angeles. Volunteers distribute thousands of free winter clothing items across parks in the Twin Cities. A veteran judge in North Carolina has a new colleague – his daughter. A Virginia Zoo selects a name for its new baby pigmy hippo. Plus, how a “smart cow” can change the farming game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pentagon says more than 600 national guardsmen are helping respond to the wildfires raging in southern California. We have the latest on a winter storm that’s headed for the Carolinas and the Midwest. President Joe Biden’s administration has extended deportation protections for nearly 1 million immigrants. Biden also sanctioned Russia’s energy sector today. Plus, Rudy Giuliani is in contempt... again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have updates on containment of the Palisades fire in Los Angeles County. A significant winter storm is bringing snow, ice and major transportation delays to many southern states. An Egyptian official tells CNN Israel and Hamas aren’t close to a ceasefire deal, despite optimism from President Joe Biden. The Biden administration is planning to target Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s new regime. Plus, the clock is ticking for TikTok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A judge has handed down his sentencing for President-elect Donald Trump’s hush money conviction. New fires are bursting up in Los Angeles. We’ll tell you which way the Supreme Court seems to be leaning in TikTok's fight against a ban so far. A winter storm is causing major disruption in parts of the southern US. Plus, a big department store is closing dozens of locations this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Officials in California warn more wind and dry conditions mean the flames could keep burning into next week. The final jobs report of 2024 is out this morning. As President-elect Donald Trump facing sentencing in one case today, he has another legal battle ahead. Officials say a US government office has been hacked. Plus, it’s not just McDonalds giving its menu a makeover. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The death toll is rising in Los Angeles as new fires burn. TikTok will make its case at the Supreme Court today to fight a fast-approaching US-wide ban. After losing a last-ditch appeal, President-elect Donald Trump is set to sentenced today in his New York hush money case. Venezuela is set to inaugurate its president today, but two people are claiming the office. Plus, a worrying milestone was surpassed in 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Joe Biden is directing more federal aid to California, where raging wildfires are stressing homeowners’ finances. A top Venezuela opposition leader’s first public appearance in months took a turn at a protest against President Nicolas Maduro. The House passed a bill that would sanction International Criminal Court officials. Victims of the New Orleans vehicle attack are suing the city. Plus, a group backed by a “Shark Tank” investor wants to strike a deal with TikTok, as the social media app faces a possible ban in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The sheriff of Los Angeles County urged people under evacuation orders to follow them as authorities work to save residents and their homes. The Justice Department is fighting to release Special Counsel Jack Smith’s report on the January 6 insurrection before Donald Trump takes office. The Biden administration is on pace to smash a record for Obamacare enrollment. Venezuela’s government is taking drastic measures ahead of Nicolas Maduro’s third inauguration. And, these priceless, medieval artifacts took researchers decades to rediscover. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Five fires continue to burn in Los Angeles, but firefighters got some much needed relief today to battle them. California water officials explain why fire hydrants ran out of water yesterday. America is saying a final goodbye to former President Jimmy Carter. The Manhattan DA is asking the Supreme Court to reject Donald Trump’s request to halt his sentencing in the hush money case. Plus, scientists discovered a dinosaur highway in England. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Residents in LA County have been describing their devastation as wildfires turn whole neighborhoods to ash. President-elect Donald Trump is blaming the fires on California Governor Gavin Newsom. We'll look at what’s next after the Biden Administration announced its final aid package for Ukraine. Parts of the US are bracing for dangerous snow and ice. Plus, we’ll tell you why the mayor of an Italian town is banning people from getting sick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

At least five people are dead as destructive wildfires rip through LA County. Experts say climate change primed California for these catastrophic blazes. A state funeral will be held today for former President Jimmy Carter. President-elect Donald Trump is putting pressure on Congress to pass his agenda quickly. And, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is denying that he sexually abused his sister. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Extreme measures are underway in California, where authorities say the Palisades fire has scorched more than 15,000 acres. The Israeli military says it’s found the body of a hostage in Gaza. President Joe Biden spoke to USA Today about his remaining days in office. A JetBlue passenger was arrested for opening an aircraft door and deploying the emergency slide. Plus, we'll tell you how some people are planning to combat higher prices for fruits and veggies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fire officials in California say emergency services are at their limit fighting four major wildfires. Republicans plan to pick up where they left off in their January 6 investigation. A former FBI informant will be sentenced for a fake bribery claim about President Joe Biden and his son Hunter. A forthcoming book by a POLITICO reporter has insight into Trump’s Fox News town hall last year. Plus, what you need to know about a virus circulating in China right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Four life-threatening wildfires in LA are continuing to spread at an alarming rate, forcing tens of thousands of people to flee. President-elect Donald Trump is asking the Supreme Court to pause his sentencing in his New York hush money case. We’ll also tell you what major step Trump is considering to legally introduce import tariffs. A nurse in Virginia has been charged with abuse, after newborn babies suffered mysterious injuries. Plus, a new study reveals which jobs could be on the chopping block because of AI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fast moving fires are burning through LA County, and officials say the worst is yet to come. President-elect Donald Trump is appealing to the Supreme Court about his hush money case sentencing, while also considering labelling Mexican drug cartels as terror groups. The presidents club will gather to remember one of their own. The Washington Post is making layoffs. Plus, a morning coffee could help you live longer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tens of thousands of people have been told to leave their homes as a fast moving, destructive wildfire rips through LA. President-elect Donald Trump has his eye on Greenland, we’ll tell you what the island has to offer. Ireland has joined the genocide case against Israel. The Biden Administration wants a court to block a plea deal for the accused 9/11 mastermind. Plus, how ChatGPT was used to plan an explosion in Las Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President-elect Donald Trump won't rule out expanding US territory abroad. Starting tonight, members of the public can pay their respects to the late President Jimmy Carter at the US Capitol. We'll explain the mixed signals surrounding the possibility of a ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas. The most destructive windstorm in over a decade is fueling wildfires in southern California. Plus, what to expect this Girl Scout cookie season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with key takeaways from President-elect Donald Trump’s wide-ranging speech today from his Mar-a-Lago home. We have the latest on Trump’s legal cases, including Special Counsel Jack Smith’s investigation. The US has sanctioned the leader of Sudan's RSF Paramilitary Group and his family members. The president of Azerbaijan has harsh words for Moscow over the jet crash that killed 38 people on Christmas. Plus, McDonald’s wants value-minded customers back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Elect-Donald Trump is meeting with GOP lawmakers as he tries to get a mega-bill over the line once he’s in sworn into office. Meta is implementing sweeping changes to its content moderation policies on its social media platforms. The US has added two of China’s tech giants to the Pentagon’s blacklist. We have some bad news for homebuyers in the Northeast and Midwest. And, the nation’s doctor has a heartwarming ‘parting prescription’ for the America people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Freezing temperatures are bringing dangerous conditions to people in the US. Elon Musk is getting into fights across the pond. Violence is surging in the occupied West Bank, where three Israeli settlers were shot and killed. Two people have been found dead in the landing gear compartment of a JetBlue plane. Plus, President Joe Biden has announced two new national monuments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President-elect Donald Trump is trying to stop the release of a final report on two federal investigations. The body of former President Jimmy Carter is being moved to Washington DC today. An earthquake has killed dozens of people in Tibet. The US has had its first human death from bird flu. And, we’ll tell you which two pay TV providers are merging. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re hearing from Vice President Kamala Harris after certifying her election loss to President-elect Donald Trump today. The Pentagon has reached a legal settlement that could restore benefits to veterans discharged under the “don’t ask, don’t tell policy.” Trump faces a housing conundrum as he enters his second term. Scientists say fluoride in drinking water may have a significant impact on children’s IQs. Plus, actor Viola Davis had a message for her younger self during a moving acceptance speech at the Golden Globes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congress has officially certified Donald Trump’s election win, four years after the Capitol riot. Washington’s new archbishop is a critic of Trump’s first administration. We’re tracking a deadly winter storm that’s knocked out power to hundreds of thousands in the US. Why has ISIS not claimed responsibility for the New Orleans vehicle attack by one of its supporters? And, parents can expect to get more transparency for the baby foods they purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is resigning. A deadly winter storm is wreaking havoc on parts of the US. President-elect Donald Trump is asking a judge to halt his sentencing in New York the same day Congress is certifying the 2024 election results. We’ll tell you where negotiations stand between Israel and Hamas for a ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza. Plus, driving into midtown Manhattan? That’ll cost you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Parts of the US are bracing for heavy snow, ice and rain as they’re hit by this winter’s biggest storm yet. There are reports Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is likely to announce his resignation soon. New Orleans wants help with security as Mardi Gras festivities are set to start. President Joe Biden has put a ban in place that could be tough for President-elect Donald Trump to reverse. Plus, a tuna fish the size of motorcycle has been sold in Japan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tens of millions of Americans are dealing with a brutal winter storm. Congress is set to certify the presidential election results, on the four-year anniversary of the January 6th attack. Ukraine says Russia is “getting what it deserves” with fresh attacks over the border. Nippon Steel is considering legal action against the US Government. And, we’ll tell you who won their first major acting award after more than 45 years in the business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After the deadly New Orleans truck ramming attack on New Year’s Day, investigators have been digging into the suspect’s potential ties to ISIS. We look at why the terror group is still luring in vulnerable people around the world, years after its fall in the Middle East. Guest: Katie Bo Lillis, CNN Senior Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A nonprofit in Boston is giving free access to education, playtime and meals to kids who have experienced homelessness. A 23-year-old runner shares why he’s taking on the 183.4 mile World Marathon Challenge. Ready to chuck your Christmas tree? Let these farm animals in Massachusetts take it off your hands. Rats love to take some joy rides. Plus, a New Year's resolution that prioritizes your happiness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Speaker Mike Johnson won a dramatic vote to keep the gavel. Security barriers are at the center of an investigation into the suspected terror attack in New Orleans. A major winter storm will bring snow, ice and rain to millions in the US this weekend. President Joe Biden blocked Japan’s Nippon Steel from acquiring US Steel. Plus, the US Surgeon General is sounding the alarm about the link between alcohol and cancer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re learning more details and hearing from the families of some of the victims of the New Orleans attack. House Speaker Mike Johnson is fighting to keep his job. We’ll tell you how a standoff ended as investigators tried to arrest South Korea’s suspended president. Two people are dead after a plane crashed into a factory in Southern California. Plus, the results from last night’s emotional Sugar Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with new developments on the fatal car ramming in New Orleans and a Tesla Cybertruck explosion in Las Vegas. Authorities say a gunman went on a deadly rampage in a small town in Montenegro. House Speaker Mike Johnson’s allies are leaning into a key argument to avoid a chaotic floor fight over the gavel tomorrow. Plus, changes to Syria’s school curriculum sparks outrage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FBI has identified a suspect in the New Orleans attack that killed at least 15 people. Investigations are underway after a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside a Trump hotel in Las Vegas. The debt limit has been reinstated, we’ll tell you why you don't need to worry yet. Parts of the US are expecting dangerously cold temperatures. Plus, Justin Baldoni is suing the New York Times over its report on Blake Lively’s sexual harassment and retaliation allegations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dozens of countries have already rung in the New Year with massive celebrations. A power outage left more than one million people without electricity in Puerto Rico. Boeing looks back at a year of incidents involving its aircrafts. The CDC warns that Norovirus cases are on the rise. And victims of history’s biggest Ponzi scheme are finally recovering their losses. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re learning more details about plans to lay former President Jimmy Carter to rest. The Treasury Department says China-backed hackers were behind a “major incident.” A South Korean court has issued an arrest warrant for the country’s embattled president. A detainee has been repatriated from Guantanamo Bay after nearly 23 years. Plus, we’ll tell you which former Hollywood couple has finalized their divorce after a lengthy legal battle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The White House confirmed details on when former President Jimmy Carter’s state funeral will be and who will be speaking at it. President-elect Donald Trump weighs in on this week’s speaker’s race, as a federal appeals court ruled against him. Five people have been charged in connection with Liam Payne’s death. Azerbaijan’s president blames Russia for the deadly Christmas plane crash. Plus, some good news for drivers in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World leaders are paying tribute to former President Jimmy Carter, who has died at the age of 100. South Korean officials are searching for answers after a plane crash-landed, killing more than 170 people. Deadly storms have ripped through Texas and Mississippi. We’ll tell you why President-elect Donald Trump is defending an immigration policy. Plus, Gal Gadot has opened up about surviving a “massive blood clot” in her brain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special edition of CNN 5 Things, we look back on the life and legacy of former US President Jimmy Carter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Two years ago, three reporters were kicked off Twitter by its new owner, Elon Musk. Now with Musk firmly entrenched in President-elect Donald Trump’s orbit, they reunite to discuss what's changed, what hasn’t, and how TikTok can avoid being banned in the US starting next month. Guests: Donie O’Sullivan, CNN Senior Correspondent Drew Harwell, The Washington Post Reporter Ryan Mac, New York Times Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A self-proclaimed street librarian has a new way to deliver free books to kids in Baltimore. A high school student’s dream of treating skin cancer is getting closer to coming true. A nonprofit in Phoenix helps those experiencing homelessness unwrap a little happiness this holiday season. A filmmaker who’s collecting stories about happiness hits more countries. Plus, we share some of our listeners’ highlights from the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A US official tells CNN that Russian air defenses may have misidentified an Azerbaijan Airlines jet that crashed on Christmas day. Disagreement about visas for highly skilled workers signals discord among some of President-elect Donald Trump’s supporters. NATO is going to boost its presence in the Baltic Sea after potential sabotage. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is ending the year higher than it was at the start. Plus, bird poop could play a crucial role in predicting the next pandemic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A second black box has been recovered from a plane crash wreckage in Azerbaijan, as a US official says Russia may be to blame. South Korea has impeached its leader again, less than two weeks after it stripped power from the country’s president. Millions traveling during one of the busiest travel weekends in the US could face severe weather. The WHO’s head was at an airport in Yemen when an Israeli airstrike hit. Plus, another stowaway has been caught on a Delta flight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A Russian anti-aircraft system may be behind the plane crash that killed 23 people in Azerbaijan. As conditions deteriorate in Gaza, some newborns have frozen to death. College campuses warn international students ahead of a potential travel ban. The strike against Amazon is over, but the Teamsters are warning to “stay tuned.” And a cab driver in New York struck six people in Midtown Manhattan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russia’s Christmas morning attack on Ukraine is being condemned, as half a million homes were left without heating. A Gaza news outlet says an Israeli strike has killed 5 of its journalists. Trump has again brought up the Panama Canal while announcing another pick for his incoming administration. Nearly two dozen big cats, including a tiger, have died from bird flu at a Washington state sanctuary. Plus, the FDA is urgently warning about some Costco eggs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Most American Airlines flights are delayed after a tech issue caused a nationwide groundstop. The suspect accused of killing a woman by setting her on fire on a New York City subway was arraigned today. One million taxpayers will be getting a surprise payment next month. Former President Bill Clinton was discharged from the hospital. Plus, parts of the US are having the kind of weather Rudolph will have to steer Santa through. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former congressman Matt Gaetz is continuing to deny and criticize the findings of a House Ethics report, which has now been made public. Former President Bill Clinton has been hospitalized just before Christmas. President-elect Donald Trump is teasing the idea of the US expanding into Panama, Greenland and Canada. At least a dozen people have been killed in Turkey following a blast at an explosives and ammunition factory. Plus, we’ll tell you how humanity is set to get closer to the sun than ever before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start with key takeaways from the House Ethics Committee’s long-anticipated report on former Republican Congressman Matt Gaetz. Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to New York state charges for the fatal shooting of a healthcare CEO. We have new developments on Blake Lively’s sexual harassment complaint against her co-star. Ukraine claims Russia gave North Korean soldiers fake military IDs. Plus, we’ll tell you how much drivers could save at the pump this Christmas since 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices