Forecasters are warning of an “exceptionally dangerous” wave event along California’s coast that “has not occurred in many years.” Source

Most New Year’s resolutions fail. Here’s how experts suggest shifting them for the greatest chance of success — and the best approach for your mental health. Source

The University of Idaho has demolished the house where four students were murdered over a year ago. Some raised concerns that evidence could be lost as alleged murderer Bryan Kohberger goes to trial, but both the prosecution and the defense say they have all the information they need. Elise Preston reports. Source

About one million New Year’s Eve revelers are expected to pack New York City’s Times Square for the annual ball drop. Officials are on high alert ahead of the celebrations, especially after a recent law enforcement bulletin obtained by CBS News warned of a likely “heightened threat of violence” through the holiday. CBS News’ Tom Hanson reports on the security precautions. Source

The Israel Defense Forces and Hezbollah are continuing to trade blows along Lebanon’s border with Israel, leading to concerns that the northern border may become a second front amid the war in Gaza. Meanwhile, Israeli citizens are calling for the release of all remaining hostages taken on Oct. 7. Ian Lee has more from Israel. Source

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is facing backlash after she was asked on Wednesday what caused the Civil War and failed to include slavery in her answer, instead saying the conflict was about state’s rights. On Thursday, she attempted to walk back the comments, saying that slavery was an “unquestioned” aspect of the Civil War. Her words come just weeks before the first presidential primary. Christina Ruffini reports from Washington, D.C. Source

A 9-year-old boy from Maine has a sleepover at an animal shelter each Christmas Eve to raise awareness for fostering and adopting pets. A group of students is inspired to become a fleet of Secret Santas to help strangers. Plus, more heartwarming news stories. Source

With Ukraine’s counteroffensive all but stalled, winter setting in and aid for Ukraine from its allies in some doubt, Moscow hit hard from the air. Source

Dr. Shirley Weber made her decision despite a call for her to do so from California’s lieutenant governor. Source

SpaceX launches two rockets less than three hours apart to put a military spaceplane and 23 more Starlink internet satellites into orbit. Source