Hamas says it will free Edan Alexander, U.S. citizen abducted on Oct. 7
Edan Alexander, a 20-year-old Israeli American who has been held hostage since October 2023, will be released, Hamas announced Sunday.
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Edan Alexander, a 20-year-old Israeli American who has been held hostage since October 2023, will be released, Hamas announced Sunday.
Officials in Hamas-ruled Gaza say the new Israeli assault has killed more than 400 people, as Israel accuses Hamas of refusing to extend the ceasefire.
Hamas released dual U.S.-Israeli national Sagui Dekel-Chen along with two other hostages as the Gaza ceasefire remained on track after a tense week.
Only Israel has suggested openness to Trump's plan for the U.S. to move Palestinians out of Gaza and make it a "Riviera of the Middle East."
Keith Siegel, a 65-year-old dual U.S.-Israeli national, is the first American to be released since the Israel-Hamas ceasefire took effect.
Israel says troops have rescued a man taken hostage during Hamas' Oct. 7 terrorist attacks in a "complex operation" in Gaza.
Four Israeli hostages taken by Hamas were rescued during an operation in Gaza, but Hamas officials say hundreds of Palestinians were killed in the raid.
The Israeli military says it recovered the bodies of three more Israelis killed during the October 7 attack
A senior U.S. official says Israel has essentially endorsed a framework of a proposed Gaza cease-fire and hostage release deal, and it is now up to Hamas to agree to it.
Russian officials say a dual U.S.-Russian from L.A. is suspected of treason for "proactively collecting funds" for Ukraine's army.
Dr. Itai Pessach describes to CBS News' Lesley Stahl the harrowing physical and psychological abuses he says Hamas perpetrated upon its captives, from branding to rape, as well as the traumas that people on both sides of the war are experiencing.
Hamas is expected to release more hostages, and Israel more Palestinian prisoners, under a cease-fire that has been extended 2 days, Qatar announced.
Following a lengthy delay, a second group of Hamas-held hostages were freed following the release of an initial group of 24 hostages on Friday.
Qatari and Egyptian mediators say Hamas agreed to release 13 Israelis and seven foreigners on Saturday in exchange for 39 Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.
The Israeli government said early Wednesday that it had approved a deal that would see 50 hostages held in Gaza released and a 4-day cease-fire observed.
Two more hostages taken by Hamas during the deadly Oct. 7 attack, identified by Israeli officials as Nurit Cooper and Yocheved Lifshitz, have been released.
Police say a man was arrested and a woman described as his hostage was released unharmed after an hourslong standoff in a room at the Caesars Palace resort on the Las Vegas Strip.
LASD deputies were at the scene of the Travel Lodge Motel overnight, as an alleged armed kidnapping suspect was barricaded inside of a room with at least one hostage.
Police, including SWAT and firefighters, were at the scene where the man, who refused to come out, had previously threatened to shoot police and kill himself.
The standoff with Los Angeles Sheriff's deputies last nearly four hours.
Authorities say a man who had been shot by deputies is in custody Thursday after he ran into a 7-Eleven store attached to a gas station and tried to take the female clerk hostage.
A woman was shot inside of her home in Ventura during a domestic dispute.
"It's weird but I just felt really emotionally connected -- like I knew what she was going through," says Katrina Copetillo, a blood donor.
The incident is taking place at Whittier Boulevard and Greenleaf Avenue, according to officials.
Police told CBS2's Juan Fernandez they were going to "actively" enter the building to search for the alleged gunman.
In a court filing, Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Jeanie Buss argued that her siblings violated the terms of their trust and a 2017 court order.
Police said he is known to be armed and dangerous.
The paintings, sculptures and museum installations of Yayoi Kusama, one of Japan's most respected contemporary artists, were widely exhibited around the world.
Pinch-hitter Ha-Seong Kim singled home Lane Thomas with two outs in the ninth inning, lifting the Atlanta Braves to a 6-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
State lawmakers, a coalition of advocacy groups and protesters rallied at the California State Capitol, calling out Democratic lawmakers and the governor for what they claim to be an attack on the First Amendment and journalists' rights to free speech.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
In a court filing, Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Jeanie Buss argued that her siblings violated the terms of their trust and a 2017 court order.
Police said he is known to be armed and dangerous.
The paintings, sculptures and museum installations of Yayoi Kusama, one of Japan's most respected contemporary artists, were widely exhibited around the world.
In a court filing, Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Jeanie Buss argued that her siblings violated the terms of their trust and a 2017 court order.
Police said he is known to be armed and dangerous.
The Lincoln Memorial Shrine is a house of artifacts, devoted to the nation's 16th president, run by the public library.
Pieces of Dolly's life still make up her former properties, from the California mountains to the coast, with one for rent and another for sale.
Jeanin Taele's attorney claimed that he "isn't able to understand the nature of the proceedings or assist me in the conduct of his case at this time."
An Orange County father is facing child endangerment charges for a crash that left his 12-year-old son with significant injuries last year while he was illegally riding an e-motorcycle.
Police said they arrived to an apartment complex and found a man with a knife who had allegedly stabbed a woman.
A San Clemente man is paralyzed after he jumped into the ocean to rescue two kids caught in a rip current.
Triple-digit heat coupled with gusty winds has prompted a red flag warning for parts of Los Angeles County.
Following the conclusion of the Orange County District Attorney's criminal investigation into a days-long chemical crisis at GKN Aerospace in Garden Grove that forced tens of thousands to flee their homes, a $100 million damages claim program has been established for people impacted by the incident.
Riverside police said that the driver, an 88-year-old man, was questioned at the scene.
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger said if Harold Wachter were to move in, he would be the fourth sexually violent predator proposed for release in the rural Antelope Valley in the past five years.
Deputies said that the suspect vandalized a Flock Safety camera and threatened to stab the contractor who was installing a new license plate reading camera in Palm Desert.
An alleged DUI driver was arrested following a crash on the 215 Freeway in Riverside over the weekend that killed a 15-year-old, according to police.
Triple-digit heat coupled with gusty winds has prompted a red flag warning for parts of Los Angeles County.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
In a nearly 6,000-word essay, Gates argues that artificial intelligence poses a mounting threat to U.S. workers.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
State lawmakers, a coalition of advocacy groups and protesters rallied at the California State Capitol, calling out Democratic lawmakers and the governor for what they claim to be an attack on the First Amendment and journalists' rights to free speech.
The surge in arrests comes as the White House pushes ICE to hit a target of 2,000 per day.
The group of 24 states and the District of Columbia argues the Postal Service's new rule violates the Constitution and federal law.
The Secret Service's chief of communications and two other staffers have been placed on leave pending an investigation into "potential misconduct," U.S. officials told CBS News.
California lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom are racing to reach a deal on changes to the state's wildfire liability system, with just days remaining before the legislative session ends.
Homeowners getting their insurance through the California FAIR Plan will soon be paying even more, but industry observers say it may be a good sign for the state's insurance market.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
Moderna and Merck announced study results that reflect a "landmark moment" in treatment for one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer.
The Social Security Administration is expanding its list of diseases and other health conditions that may qualify for accelerated approval of disability benefits.
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.
Orange County Health Care Agency officials have confirmed the county's first human West Nile virus case of 2026, amid what some medical experts believe could be one of the worst mosquito seasons on record.
California regulators approved Waymo to expand its services in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, and to offer its autonomous ride-hailing service in Sacramento and San Diego in the future, the company said Friday.
A California lawmaker wants to address the rising cost of event tickets by limiting how much some tickets can be marked up on the resale market.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday announced the rollout of the state's new electric vehicle instant rebate program, touting it as part of an investment in the state's clean-vehicle future.
Initial findings showed no evidence of rising statewide unemployment claims from workers in occupations considered highly exposed to AI.
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
Pinch-hitter Ha-Seong Kim singled home Lane Thomas with two outs in the ninth inning, lifting the Atlanta Braves to a 6-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Steven Kwan hit a tying double in the ninth inning, Travis Bazzana followed with a sacrifice fly and the Cleveland Guardians rallied past the Los Angeles Angels 4-3 for their seventh straight victory.
In a news release, the NFL said it plans to "elevate" Pro Bowl selections, with no replacement selections.
José Ramírez drove in five runs with three doubles, Steven Kwan had five singles and the streaking Cleveland Guardians overcame an early five-run deficit to beat the Los Angeles Angels 8-6 in 10 innings.
Ozzie Albies singled in the go-ahead run with two outs in the eighth inning and the Atlanta Braves defeated Los Angles 4-3 on Tuesday night, snapping the Dodgers' six-game winning streak in a matchup of first-place clubs.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Audience members at a stage performance of "9 to 5: The Musical" in the U.K. were heard gasping aloud at the news of Dolly Parton's death Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bunny Levine worked as a school librarian for 25 years before pursuing her passion for acting and performing.
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs has died at the age of 87, her family said Saturday.
The solar panels generate enough electricity to power the fridge, lights, TVs and computers. Hunter Sowards reports.
A scary day for beachgoers on Wednesday after an unconscious man was pulled from the water. Lesley Marin reports.
Dozens of Americans are among the missing and feared dead in Nepal after flash floods and mudslides decimated parts of the country. Laurie Perez reports.
Rams public address announcer Sam Lagana is back in his home after last year's devastating Palisades fire. We were there not long after tragedy struck the Palisades, to learn what Lagana went through to try to save his home. Now, he and his wife are back, despite ongoing renovations. Jill Painter Lopez shows us how Lagana is continuing to offer hope, for his beloved community.
An Orange County father was ordered to stand trial for child endangerment charges connected to a crash that left his 12-year-old son with significant injuries in 2025 while he was illegally riding an e-motorcycle. Michele Gile reports.
Some of golf's best are facing off at the U.S. Women's Open at the Riviera Country Club in the Pacific Palisades over the weekend. The event runs from June 2 to June 7.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
