Mark Thompson is sitting in for Tim Conway Jr today. And he kicks off the show with ABC’s Alex Stone, and they discuss California Governor Gavin Newsom’s state of emergency in response to the first severe case of bird flu, and what it means for those working with animals.Mark dives into the whirlwind of holiday activities, shares insights on Prop 36 taking effect, and analyzes the stock market’s dramatic 1,100-point drop. The hour wraps with Mark’s surprising foray into DIY home improvement and a look at how budget travel is evolving, including Southwest’s new seating approach and Frontier’s first-class offering.