Targets of Trump’s threats brace for the new administration President-elect Donald Trump repeatedly promised to investigate, prosecute, imprison or otherwise punish his perceived enemies during his campaign. Now, some of his targets are preparing. Read more on NPR

‘Historic’ drop in U.S. overdose deaths accelerates as fentanyl crisis eases A new CDC report shows at least 16,000 lives were saved over a 12-month period. Experts say the U.S. is experiencing the biggest drop in fatal overdoses seen since the opioid crisis began in the 90s. Read more on NPR

They told insurers a bear damaged their car. But it was actually a person in a costume Four LA residents allegedly defrauded multiple insurance companies of over $141,000. A wildlife expert who reviewed footage of the incidents said that the culprit was “clearly a human in a bear suit.” Read more on NPR

How the CDC could change under the next Trump administration If the new administration embraces proposals to cut the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s budget and its mission, the public health agency could look very different than it does today. Read more on NPR

Senate Republicans concerned with Gaetz nomination ask to access House ethics probe Senators are calling for access to a House Ethics Committee probe into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., following his nomination to be the next Attorney General under president-elect Donald Trump. Read more on NPR

Florida sues FEMA for discrimination accusing it of denying aid to Trump supporters Fla. Attorney General Ashley Moody is suing Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Deanne Criswell, and a former FEMA supervisor for violating Floridians’ civil rights after hurricanes. Read more on NPR

Any tips on having difficult conversations during the holidays? We want to hear The holidays are fast approaching. Some politically divisive conversations could happen after this recent presidential election. What are your tips to help navigate them? Read more on NPR

Will Spotify’s AI DJ make you listen longer? The music streamer’s AI DJ feature offers personalized playlists with a warm AI voice that gives context to song picks. Read more on NPR

Lindsey Vonn announces a comeback at 40, saying she’s ready to race The record-setting skier once notched speeds that would be illegal on most U.S. highways — until knee injuries slowed her down and she retired in 2019. Now Vonn says she’s ready to return to racing. Read more on NPR

Stargazers can see the final supermoon of the year this weekend The next supermoon — which appears larger and brighter than a regular full moon due to its proximity to Earth — will not be visible for nearly a year. Read more on NPR