And does the explosive report put americans in danger? it is very, very windy. the northeast is recovering from a severe storm. and now all eyes on the west where a huge system may bring rain. is this good for the drought- stricken region or too much too soon. i am trying to get home to my eight-year-old son. it is christmas. the season of perpetual hope. we have the answers for a smoother ride. it is all happening now . and we begin on capitol hill. have you heard this before? a government shutdown looming 24 hours from now. and congress once again is taking things down to the wire. welcome to happening now , i am