Thousands of people have been evacuated as firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire north of Los Angeles. The wildfire has burned over 14,000 acres and dozens of homes. Source

Cory Martin watched crime shows, including “Dexter” and “The First 48,” for tips on how to get away with the killing, prosecutors said. Source

Senator John McCain joined Face the Nation in 2015 after the collapse of a pro-American government in Yemen. He spoke about the situation on the ground and what could happen next. Source

A military judge has ruled that plea agreements struck by alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants are valid​, a government official said Wednesday. Source

The students suffered physical injuries, but declined medical treatment, according to the university. Source

Vice President Kamala Harris opted not to speak to her supporters on election night, but gave a speech on Wednesday conceding the election to former President Donald Trump. NOTUS politics reporter Jasmine Wright describes the election night scene at Harris’ alma mater Howard University. Semafor politics reporter Kadia Goba discusses House Democrats’ reaction to Harris’ loss. Source

Abortion rights were on the ballot in ten states nationwide on Election Day. CBS News correspondent Danya Bacchus reports on how the states voted. Source

Climate scientists working at the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service have announced that 2024 is “virtually certain” to be the warmest year on record. Source

One of the suspects convicted in the murder of an Irving, Texas police officer nearly 24 years ago will be granted a new trial after a ruling from the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. Source

President-elect Donald Trump’s campaign told reporters about the strategy it says largely contributed to its success. CBS News’ Jake Rosen has the details and Aaron Navarro reports on Vice President Kamala Harris’ concession speech. Source