In one week, President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn in to start his second presidential term. More than a dozen of his Cabinet picks will be on Capitol Hill this week as confirmation hearings get underway. CBS News’ Scott MacFarlane has more. Source
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Eye Opener: Los Angeles wildfire death toll climbs as Santa Ana winds fuel new fire fears
As high winds continue to threaten Los Angeles, the death toll from the unprecedented wildfires rises. Also, confirmation hearings for President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet nominees begin this week. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Source
Laura Collins breaks down President-elect Donald Trump’s Day 1 immigration plans
With one week until President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, immigration policy expert Laura Collins discusses the proposals on the table, including the potential reinstatement of Title 42, the border wall and mass deportations. Collins breaks down the feasibility and humanitarian concerns surrounding these plans. Source
California fires death toll rises as L.A. area braces for more winds
Fires across the Los Angeles area have killed at least 24 people, and the Palisades and Eaton wildfires are still burning in Southern California. Source
Supreme Court allows Hawaii climate change lawsuits against energy companies
The court fight brought in Hawaii state court is similar to others filed against the nation’s largest energy companies by state and local governments in their courts. Source
Graham Norton on latest novel “Frankie” and the art of storytelling
Talk show host and bestselling author Graham Norton joins “CBS Mornings” to talk about his fifth novel, “Frankie,” which follows the extraordinary life of an 84-year-old Irish woman. Norton also shares the inspiration behind the book and his approach to storytelling. Source
“Ms. Rachel” shares new books and her journey to becoming a toddler sensation
Rachel Accurso, known as “Ms. Rachel,” joins CBS Mornings to talk about her new books “100 First Words, My First Coloring Book,” and “Potty Time with Bean.” Known for her educational YouTube videos, Ms. Rachel has become a beloved figure for toddlers, with billions of views and a reputation as “Taylor Swift for toddlers.” Source
What to know about health risks from California wildfire smoke
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss growing air quality concerns in Southern California as the wildfires continue to burn. Source
Strong earthquake hits southwestern Japan, triggering tsunami warnings
A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Japan, the U.S. Geological Survey said, prompting authorities to issue a tsunami advisory. Source
Biden administration proposes new restrictions on AI chip exports
The proposal is raising concerns with the chip industry, with artificial intelligence leader Nvidia calling it “misguided.” Source