Israel-Hamas War: Israel pressing forward to force Hamas out of Gaza
Israel says its ground offensive in Gaza has expanded into refugee camps. The announcement of the new battle zone comes as Israeli officials signal the war is far from over.
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Israel says its ground offensive in Gaza has expanded into refugee camps. The announcement of the new battle zone comes as Israeli officials signal the war is far from over.
The country promised to drive Hamas out of Gaza. Air strikes are shifting to the central part of the enclave, while hospitals overflow. CBS News' Michael George has the latest developments.
As fighting intensifies in the war between Israel and Hamas, more than 20,000 Palestinians have now been killed, according to the Gaza Health Ministry. As the death toll rises, Israel’s prime minister says the war is far from over.
Authorities in Gaza said one attack alone killed scores of people at a refugee camp. Pope Francis called for the release of hostages, freeing up of humanitarian aid and an end to the war in his Christmas remarks.
The heavily negotiated resolution creates a pathway to expedite food, water, and fuel to Palestinian civilians. It also demands the immediate and unconditional release of hostages, but the resolution does not call for a ceasefire.
Gadi Haggai, 73, is the latest confirmed fatality among hostages held by Palestinian militants in Gaza.
The U.N. Security Council voted to speed up the process of delivering aid to Palestinian civilians in Gaza and demand that all hostages held by Hamas be released immediately.
Israel's war with Hamas in Gaza rages, with the death toll reportedly nearing 20,000, amid hopes for new cease-fire negotiations.
The full council is expected to take up the resolution next month.
The measure passed by the committee Monday, calls on the president and Congress to facilitate a cease-fire in Gaza. Chicago Jewish Community Relations Council called the resolution reckless and dangerous.
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin returns to Israel amid reports that America is pushing the country to scale back the intensity of its war in Gaza.
Thousands gathered in Tel Aviv as the news came that another hostage was killed and more details were released about Israeli forces mistakingly killing three hostages, who were waving a makeshift white flag when they were shot Friday.
Israel's military said troops "mistakenly identified three Israeli hostages as a threat" and fired at them, killing the three hostages.
During combat operations in Shejaiya, a dense neighborhood in the Gaza City area where fighting has been taking place, the Israeli military said troops "mistakenly identified three Israeli hostages as a threat."
Israel said it has accidentally killed three hostages in what it calls a "friendly fire" incident in Gaza. The Israeli Defense Forces said three hostages were mistakenly identified as a threat and killed during fighting.
Israel is telling the U.S. that the war in Gaza will likely last for several months but could be entering a new phase.
This wouldn't mean an end to combat operations, but a U.S. official said it would bring about lower levels of bombing in Gaza.
Yasmeen Elagha said she's already lost more than 100 relatives in the war, and fears even more of her loved ones – including two American citizens – will be killed if they aren't evacuated.
The number of journalists killed in the past two months in the war in Gaza has surpassed the amount killed in the Vietnam War, which lasted two decades, according to the International Federation of Journalists (IFJ).
Defense officials say nine soldiers were killed in a Hamas ambush outside Gaza city.
The group also met with Secretary of State Antony Blinken today to get an update on what is being done to secure the release of their loved ones. CBS News Natalie Brand has more details from The White House
Biden's warning over "indiscriminate bombing" in Gaza fails to slow Israel's bombardment, as Palestinians say they're facing a "war of starvation."
The United Nations General Assembly will vote Tuesday on a resolution calling for a ceasefire in the war between Israel and Hamas. With daily fighting in Gaza, more than 17,000 Palestinians have been killed, according to the Gaza Health Ministry.
U.N. aid agencies tell CBS News the "suffering of the children in Gaza" is unmatched as Israel pounds the Palestinian territory in its raging war with Hamas.
Yasmeen Elagha been able to confirm her family members are in the crisis intake system, but can't confirm they're on the list of people approved to evacuate.
South Carolina Republicans will be choosing a successor for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's seat, and Minnesota's Senate primary is another battle between moderate and progressive Democrats.
The kit can hold the scent for up to ten years.
Neighbors on Deerpath Road have been watching different parts of a massive tree inch closer to their homes for nearly two weeks.
A 25-year-old man and a 22-year-old woman were exiting the gas station when a silver Nissan sedan approached and the occupants inside pulled out guns and shot in their direction.
Classes are back in session at Palatine Township High School District 211, and the new year is beginning with controversy.
South Carolina Republicans will be choosing a successor for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's seat, and Minnesota's Senate primary is another battle between moderate and progressive Democrats.
President Trump signed an executive order on childhood vaccine schedules Monday.
Liam Stanton, one of the 10 candidates for mayor of Chicago, announced Monday morning that he was withdrawing from the race and endorsing Alexi Giannoulias.
A group of activists and elected officials filed reports with the Chicago Police Department on Monday, alleging crimes committed by federal agents during Operation Midway Blitz last fall.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
The Trump administration is taking aim at power grid operator PJM Interconnection over rising electricity bills that affect Illinois and Indiana residents.
Chicago remained the most bed bug-treated city in the country, according to Orkin's latest annual rankings covering a full year of residential and commercial treatment data.
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul this week warned residents cleaning up from last month's storms to be on the lookout for scams.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker on Thursday signed several new consumer protections into law, including a ban on junk fees.
CBS News Chicago has learned that Illinois home insurance premiums are not only higher than the nation's average, but going up faster too.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
With the cyclosporiasis linked to iceberg lettuce growing and consumers wary of the products on grocery shelves, many in Chicago are turning to local farmers market for fresh and safe greens.
East Chicago, Indiana is being placed on a precautionary boil water advisory starting Monday morning for planned installations that could affect water safety.
A new Northwestern Medicine study on long COVID shows women show more neurological symptoms than men.
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
The Original Rainbow Cone celebrated its 100th anniversary on Sunday with a special event at its Beverly location.
The Shops at North Bridge on the Magnificent Mile announced plans Thursday for a multimillion-dollar renovation project.
While the building that housed the flagship Ann Sather restaurant on Belmont Avenue has been torn down, the renowned Chicago restaurant chain is now set to open a new Lakeview location.
Nationally, data centers used 17.4 billion gallons of water in 2023 — a figure projected to reach 72.6 billion gallons by 2028, raising concerns about states' water supplies.
Chicago's Wishbone Restaurant will soon be closing after 36 years in business.
Crews need about a week and a half to tear down the festival site before the city can begin its own inspection — and past cleanup costs have topped $1 million.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
If weather forces an evacuation, shelter sites are located at Grant Park North, Grant Park South, and Millennium Lakeside Garages, accessible through the vehicle entrance on Michigan Avenue.
Grant Park was filled with tens of thousands of people Thursday for the start of Lollapalooza, as warm weather greeted festivalgoers on day one of the four-day music festival.
Academy Award-winning Irish singer-songwriter Glen Hansard has died in a motorcycle crash.
You can test the tick itself to see if it carries the pathogen that causes Lyme disease.
Chief meteorologist Albert Ramon has the latest on the next round of storms in First Alert Weather.
Scent kits, which can hold a scent for up to ten years, allow the K9s to start tracking anyone missing right away.
The derecho left four people dead, sparked at least 26 tornadoes, with winds up to 140 miles per hour in Iowa, costing $11.5 billion in damage, making it the most expensive thunderstorm event in modern history.
Neighbors are also extremely relieved to see the tree finally coming down. A woman who lives next door says she's been sleeping in her living room because she was afraid part of the tree could come down on her home at any moment.
A man and a woman were killed in a shooting at a Chicago Public Schools elementary school on Monday afternoon near Midway International Airport.
A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of a former Cicero firefighter against Gibsons Steakhouse in Oak Brook, alleging contaminated oysters he was served there cause catastrophic brain injuries.
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Two EF-1 tornadoes have been confirmed to have touched down in La Salle County Sunday night.
South Carolina Republicans will be choosing a successor for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham's seat, and Minnesota's Senate primary is another battle between moderate and progressive Democrats.
Many unanswered questions remain after 56 decomposing bodies were found inside a Chicago funeral home last week.
A lawsuit on behalf of a man who was shot and killed by police in Humboldt Park in March claims a CPD officer fired deadly shots just after arriving at a controlled scene instead of de-escalating.
Neighbors of a South Side animal feed plant have complained about the noxious smell and air quality for years. Now the city of Chicago and state of Illinois are suing Pullman Innovations to clean up the air, as well as for alleged illegal work and permit violations.
The owners of a Far South Side funeral home where dozens of decomposing bodies were found earlier this week have run into trouble with state regulators before over their handling of bodies at a crematory in the south suburbs.
University of Illinois researchers have found a correlation between more green spaces and less violence in neighborhoods. A group in Chicago is planting trees with the mission to bring beauty and safety to the whole city.
Tim Anderson, a two-time All-Star shortstop who won the 2019 AL batting title with the Chicago White Sox, has decided to retire after spending 10 years in the major leagues.
The Chicago White Sox are preparing for another sold-out crowd on Tuesday night at Rate Field as they celebrate the team's most famous fan, Pope Leo XIV.
Colson Montgomery's 26th homer, a three-run shot, capped Chicago's four-run third inning and the White Sox held on to beat the Cleveland Guardians 5-3 on Sunday.
Chicago Bears receiver Luther Burden III will reportedly miss a little bit of time with a groin injury he suffered at practice on Saturday.
Ian Happ hit a two-run homer, Miguel Amaya added a three-run shot and the Chicago Cubs beat the Kansas City Royals 10-2 on Sunday.
Chicago police issued a business alert this past weekend, warning store employees to be vigilant as detectives investigate a pair of robberies.
At least five people were killed, and 14 more were wounded, in shootings in Chicago this weekend as of early Sunday afternoon. The victims ranged in age from 17 to 50.
A woman was found stabbed to death early Sunday morning in Chicago's Albany Park neighborhood.
Two Chicago men were arrested early Sunday morning following a pursuit along the Borman Expressway in Northwest Indiana.
Chicago police this weekend were looking for help from the public in finding a man accused of shooting a 16-year-old boy in the West Lawn neighborhood earlier this year.
