Donald Trump promises far-reaching change in second term, as ceasefire takes hold, Hamas returns 3 Israeli hostages and Israel frees 90 Palestinian prisoners, and steps to prevent fires and stay safe in winter storms.

Why smoke from the Los Angeles fires is so dangerous, can we do anything to reduce dementia risk, and crooked faced dog embraces the spotlight.

Israel says Gaza cease-fire deal reached, President Biden administration will leave it to Trump to implement TikTok ban, and truck driver intervenes in highway shootout, wins Goodyear Highway Hero award.

Will a ceasefire in Gaza finally happen, President Biden warns of oligarchy and tech industrial complex in farewell address, and hero dog saves grandfather's.

Pete Hegseth weathers Democrats' grilling, a 'particularly dangerous situation' is forecast for fire-scarred Los Angeles area, and what wildfires mean for America's home-insurance bills.

Special Counsel says Trump would have been convicted for efforts to overturn 2020 election, returning Santa Ana winds threaten to expand deadly blazes, and strangers lift car to rescue elderly woman pinned underneath.

L.A. wildfire threat remains very high, progress made in talks over Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release, and everyday heroes step up to save the elderly from Los Angeles fires.

Girls are losing ground to boys, why marathon running is booming, and stories of wildfire heroes.

President Biden says feds will cover 100% of fire response costs in Southern California, Trump looks to new enemies as his second term nears, and vet opens empty hospital, takes in dozens of displaced pets in wildfire.

At least 5 dead as thousands evacuate ahead of raging wildfires in Los Angeles area, flying is extremely safe despite hazards, and here's how to help wildfire victims.

Los Angeles wildfires prompt evacuations for tens of thousands, Tesla Cybertruck bomber used ChatGPT to plan Las Vegas attack, and prepare for the coldest Arctic blast.

Congress certifies Trump's election win, Trudeau to resign as Canada's prime minister and smart money moves for 2025.

Millions to feel the impact of a big winter storm, how Republicans hope to give some early wins to Trump and how to walk more efficiently in 2025.

What we can learn from Jimmy Carter's hospice care, how the "Zestimate" has screwed up homebuying and the decisions that make or break your holiday air travel.

More details emerge on the New Orleans attacker, how a thin GOP majority could complicate Trump's policy plans and what you should know about "Dry January."

At least 15 people killed in New Orleans in possible terror attack, one person dead after a Tesla Cybertruck explodes in Las Vegas, and how why January has become "divorce month."

(Best-of) - Working parents' childcare struggles are getting worse, setting (and achieving) your New Year's resolutions, and inspiring quotes for the new year.

U.S. Treasury says its computers were hacked in a "major incident," Trump endorses Mike Johnson for House Speaker and financial resolutions for 2025.

A look at the life and legacy of former president Jimmy Carter, searching for answers after the deadliest air crash in South Korean history, and why Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump could be Washington's odd couple.

Space Force ready for liftoff, airline topics to watch in 2025, and don't wait on returns.

President Biden condemns Russia's 'outrageous' Christmas attack on Ukraine, at least 38 people were killed when a passenger jet headed for Russia crashed in Kazakhstan, and good Samaritans who went above and beyond in 2024.

(Best-of) - The fastest airport security line you don't know about, best credit cards for groceries, and man makes Christmas wonderland on street for wife with dementia.

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to state murder charges, House Ethics report finds evidence Matt Gaetz paid thousands for sex and drugs, and are these the worst Christmas songs.

President-elect Trump says Musk won't be President, suspect arrested in the killing of a woman who was set on fire on a NYC subway car, and Grinch steals The Grinch inflatable from Milwaukee yard.

Teachers raised with shooter drills grapple with school gunfire's busiest year, are your utensils toxic, and is banning social media for kids really the answer.