Your daily look at late-breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today:
1. WHO TRUMP SELECTS FOR DEFENSE SECRETARY
The president-elect nominates retired Marine Corps Gen. James Mattis, former chief of U.S. Central Command.
2. GATLINBURG, TENN. WORKS TO RECOVER AFTER WILDFIRES
The resort city and other communities across the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains are welcoming back residents and visitors.