Teen dies after eating school dessert; California wildfire arrests l Morning News Brief

A father has filed a lawsuit after his teenage daughter died after eating a school dessert; more than 40 people were arrested within evacuation zones of a Southern California wildfire; and more – here's a look at some of our top stories for the morning of Tuesday, January 14.

1. Father sues school board over daughter's death

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Florida teen dies after eating school dessert, lawsuit claims

The father of a 17-year-old who died after consuming Baklava is suing the school board.

2. California wildfire arrests made

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40+ arrests made in Palisades Fire evacuation zones, police say

More than 40 arrests were made over the past week in Santa Monica evacuation zones, according to police.

3. Crash investigation

4. Recall alert

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Taquitos sold at Aldi recalled due to reports of metal pieces

Nearly 25,000 pounds of chicken & cheese taquitos have been recalled because they may contain pieces of metal, the USDA said. At least one person reported a dental injury from the product.

5. Trump's Cabinet picks

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Watch live: Senate confirmation hearing underway for Pete Hegseth, Trump's defense nominee

President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks are undergoing Senate confirmation hearings this week, starting Tuesday with Pete Hegseth.

Today's weather

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Arizona weather forecast: Another chilly day before temps warm up in Phoenix

Temps will stay cool on Tuesday in the Valley. We'll see a high in the mid 60s.

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