First: Firefighters in Southern California are rushing to make progress fighting the flames, as forecasters predict dangerous winds will blow through the region again today and tomorrow. It could put new neighborhoods in the danger zone. Plus: It's a pivotal week for President-elect Trump and his would-be Cabinet. His embattled pick to run the Pentagon will make his case to senators tomorrow. But the question is whether Pete Hegseth is already a sure bet for confirmation. And: Three years ago, Andrew Cuomo left the New York's governor's mansion in disgrace. We have new reporting about the big new job he's now eyeing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices