Hamas leader who helped plan Oct. 7 attacks has been killed, Israel says
Izz al-Din al-Haddad was killed in a "precise strike in the area on the City of Gaza," the Israel Defense Forces said Saturday.
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Izz al-Din al-Haddad was killed in a "precise strike in the area on the City of Gaza," the Israel Defense Forces said Saturday.
Israel's military says the remains of Ran Gvili, the last person whose body was taken hostage into Gaza, have been recovered.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also announced President Trump will receive the Israel Prize for his work on peace negotiations.
Vice President JD Vance urged "patience" as Israel waits for the return of all the hostages' remains from Hamas.
An Israeli security official said the transfer of aid into the territory is halted "until further notice," the first major test of the ceasefire.
The State Department warns that Hamas may be planning an attack on "Palestinian civilians" in the Gaza Strip.
President Trump got a standing ovation after addressing Israeli lawmakers following Hamas' release of all living hostages under the Gaza peace deal.
President Trump is in the Middle East to celebrate the peace agreement that has put a stop to the fighting in Gaza and brought the Israeli hostages home. Natalie Brand has more details from The White House.
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has brought cautious calm to the region as aid begins to flow into the Gaza Strip.
So far, a peace plan is holding in Middle East. Israeli Forces have completed the first phase of their withdrawal from parts of Gaza while Palestinians make the long trek back home. Hamas has until the end of the weekend to release the hostages. In return, Israel will release hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. Minnesotans who have lost loved ones over the past two years spoke with our Ashley Grams.
Israeli troops are now withdrawing to agreed-upon deployment lines in Gaza following a ceasefire and hostage-exchange deal, plus more of the day’s top stories.
Israel and Hamas are one major step closer to ending their two-year-long war, plus more of the day’s top stories.
CBS News meets young Palestinians who've lost their parents to Israel's war with Hamas, who say they're scared, and know "life will never be the same."
Temple Israel in south Minneapolis has once again been vandalized with spray paint bearing antisemitic messages.
A south Minneapolis synagogue has once again been vandalized with spray paint.
As Israelis come together to mourn those killed two years ago by Hamas, the sounds of the ongoing war in Gaza reverberate over a solemn memorial.
Tuesday marks two years since the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, that sparked the war.
The plan called for Hamas to return all Israeli hostages and for the Israeli military to begin withdrawing from parts of the Gaza Strip in phases.
WCCO's Frank Vascellaro and Amelia Santaniello share the latest news headlines and updates from Wednesday afternoon.
Hamas said it has agreed to parts of the ceasefire and hostage release deal that President Trump outlined.
President Trump said Friday that he is issuing a Sunday evening deadline for Hamas to agree to a U.S. peace proposal, backed by the Israeli government, to end the war in Gaza.
Hamas and other Palestinian factions are expected to present their response to Trump's Gaza ceasefire plan quickly, a source tells CBS News.
Keith Siegel was held hostage by Hamas for 484 days. And for every day since his release, he's been advocating for the freedom of all those still held captive by the terrorist group.
Keith Siegel was held hostage by Hamas for 484 days. And for every day since his release, he's been advocating for the freedom of all those still held captive by the terrorist group.
Keith Siegel, an American held hostage by Hamas in Gaza for nearly 500 days, is in the Twin Cities as part of a special exhibition to commemorate the upcoming second anniversary of the October 7 terrorist attacks. He sat down with Jonah Kaplan in an interview you'll only see on WCCO.
The Vatican says bishops from the ultra-conservative Catholic SSPX society were automatically excommunicated after ignoring Pope Leo's plea for unity.
An officer with the Fairmont, Minnesota, police department has been accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting his wife over the last three years.
For 20 years, Pulse Evangelism has spread its message of faith from the Twin Cities to audiences around the world. Now, its leader, Nick Hall, says America is closer than ever to a spiritual revival — and believes Gen Z is leading the movement.
We have an action-packed weekend, with lots of celebrations in store across the state for the Fourth of July.
Highs will top out near 90, with no meaningful storm risk during the daytime.
We have an action-packed weekend, with lots of celebrations in store across the state for the Fourth of July.
On Wednesday, at a session inside the Neighborhood House on Robie Street East, residents in St. Paul shared their concerns. Many highlighted the impacts of rising property taxes.
The union would have to give a 10-day notice before a strike can begin.
The St. Paul Police Department says officers were called to an apartment complex on the 100 block of Robert Street South around 1:45 p.m. for a welfare check.
Surveillance video captured two suspects smashing a window and targeting locked display cases containing the high-value cards at Duck! early Saturday morning.
An officer with the Fairmont, Minnesota, police department has been accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting his wife over the last three years.
We have an action-packed weekend, with lots of celebrations in store across the state for the Fourth of July.
In a matter of minutes, a storage shed at Crow River Winery in Hutchinson, Minnesota, went up in flames early Tuesday.
Minnesota conservation officers are warning boaters to leave the alcohol on shore as they prepare for one of the busiest weekends of the year on the water.
A 33-year-old Cold Spring, Minnesota, man is accused of fatally stabbing an employee of a group home on Saturday.
A 9-year-old child died Tuesday evening after drowning in a western Wisconsin water park.
A woman from Eveleth, Minnesota, is dead and a Brooklyn Park man is in custody on suspicion of driving under the influence in a crash Monday evening in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
A 63-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash Sunday morning in western Wisconsin.
A federal judge ruled ICE failed to show enough evidence to justify holding Salah Sarsour, a legal permanent resident detained for 80 days after speaking out in support of Palestinian rights.
Jim Troupis, Mike Roman, and Ken Chesebro entered not guilty pleas in Dane County Circuit Court on Tuesday to 11 felony forgery charges tied to a scheme to submit false electoral certificates to Congress after Trump lost Wisconsin in 2020.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
What started as a small fundraiser following one of Joe's surgeries at Gillette Children's has grown into a community tradition that has raised nearly $100,000 for the hospital.
A trip to the video store was once a weekly ritual, and now one Minnesota movie lover is trying to bring that experience back.
Betty and Kermit Eastman, both 99, celebrated their 80th wedding anniversary on June 6 — a milestone so rare that on average only one couple in the U.S. reaches it each year.
Budget-strapped Minnesota schools could soon get more financial help.
President Trump just took his new Air Force One jet out for its first official flight amid questions about his finances.
On Wednesday, at a session inside the Neighborhood House on Robie Street East, residents in St. Paul shared their concerns. Many highlighted the impacts of rising property taxes.
Minnesota's Conviction Review Unit is shutting down after losing federal funding, the state's attorney general announced Wednesday.
Colin McGuire is trying to learn to walk with a special device. Born with cerebral palsy, he's required to undergo different kinds of occupational and physical therapy weekly in order to improve his quality of life. For the past month, he hasn't gotten any of that.
Insurance experts say hail damage claims that once averaged $10,000–$15,000 now routinely reach $40,000–$60,000, even as many policies have shifted away from full replacement coverage.
Hundreds of workers, employed by Delaware North Company to serve food and drinks, say they are fighting for livable wages and healthcare benefits.
Target is tapping designer and TV personality Isaac Mizrahi for a newly created role as creative director at large as the discounter aims to reclaim its reputation for stylish clothing on a budget.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The dream of a woman in Minnesota started with excitement, but quickly unraveled into loss after she said she fell victim to a scheme that targeted more than 30 Spanish speakers.
An officer with the Fairmont, Minnesota, police department has been accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting his wife over the last three years.
Surveillance video captured two suspects smashing a window and targeting locked display cases containing the high-value cards at Duck! early Saturday morning.
A group of 15 people accused of conspiring to "violently oppose law enforcement" during Operation Metro Surge pleaded not guilty to federal charges on Wednesday.
Minneapolis public officials say they'll be cracking down on impaired driving and gun safety during the July Fourth holiday weekend.
While one of the suspects fired a gun, no one was hurt.
Noah Walden says he didn't notice anything unusual while eating. About three days later, he began experiencing stomach pain that continued to worsen over the next several days.
A Blaine woman from Liberia calls herself an accidental inspiration. The busy wife and mother who runs a nonprofit helping children in Liberia started coming to Burn Boot Camp after an emotional slump.
As temperatures climb across the Twin Cities this week, veterinarians are reminding pet owners to keep a close eye on their animals.
A dangerous social media trend is circulating online, and Minnesota health experts are warning parents it involves allergy medication.
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday voted to overturn a ban on adult bathhouses and sex venues that has been in place for 38 years.
We have an action-packed weekend, with lots of celebrations in store across the state for the Fourth of July.
Tucked away in the Midway neighborhood in St. Paul is a community treasure many have come to love and respect.
Legendary musician Lionel Richie is postponing two upcoming concerts after he cut his performance short in St. Paul, Minnesota, earlier this week.
We have another action-packed weekend with events happening every day all across the state, including plenty of ways to celebrate Pride!
Legendary musician Lionel Richie had to cut his performance short Wednesday night in St. Paul, Minnesota, leaving fans with many questions.
Taj Bradley struck out 11 to tie his career high, Josh Bell, Kody Clemens and Luke Keaschall homered and the Minnesota Twins beat the Houston Astros 8-3 on Wednesday night.
Pete Prisco of CBS Sports has released his annual list of the 100 best players in the NFL, and only one Minnesota Viking made the 2026 edition. You can probably guess who it is.
Minnesota Lynx superstar Napheesa Collier is one step closer to returning to the court.
LeBron James sent the NBA world into a tizzy on Tuesday with the news that he'll test free agency instead of returning to the Los Angeles Lakers next season.
Yordan Alvarez's grand slam highlighted a six-run fourth inning and the Houston Astros beat the Minnesota Twins 6-4.
One of the most-watched primary match-ups pits Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan against U.S. Congresswoman Angie Craig in the race for the DFL nomination for U.S. Senate.
With six weeks before the primary, the stakes are building in the U.S. Senate contest contest between two of Minnesota's brightest DFL stars: Congresswoman Angie Craig and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan.
Fifteen people, most of them Minnesotans, were arrested and charged last week, accused of impeding Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations.
Two anti-ICE protesters charged with felonies in federal court tell their story to WCCO's Esme Murphy.
Early voting for the Aug. 11 primary starts this Friday, and one of the most-watched races in Minnesota is the very tight contest for governor on the Republican side.
Baseball fans might remember the Metrodome's iconic blue seats, and now in Atwater, Minnesota, spectators can once again grab a blue seat and watch a game.
It's a lake cruise in the middle of town, and there's more than pelicans on the Pelican Breeze tour in Albert Lea, Minnesota.
Currie, Minnesota, is truly small-town America. The population hovers at just over 200. But on the northern outskirts, you'll happen upon a place with plenty of bells and whistles: End-O-Line Railroad Park and Museum
School's out, summer's here, and if you're heading to the lake on Highway 10, you may just stumble upon hidden treasure.
Nearly 40 years ago, a building was sent over piece by piece from Norway to a farm in Chippewa County, Minnesota. It's one of the only stabburs in the United States.
There's no doubt your air conditioning unit is working overtime this week as oppressive heat blankets Minnesota.
In every corner of the metro, and across Minnesota, you'll find construction crews ripping up roads and rebuilding bridges. WCCO looks into whether the piles of rubble they create can get a second life.
Water beckons Minnesotans this time of year, especially our lakes. But something in it can turn us away, even if other animals and organisms need it.
The latest data shows it's at 331.2 million barrels of oil.
Fifteen Minnesotans charged for conspiracy to impede or injure federal agents are part of what President Trump considers a terrorist group, prosecutors said.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
From food shelves to school programs, our team is proud to serve where it matters most.
The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new food, drinks and vendors for 2025.
Highs will top out near 90, with no meaningful storm risk during the daytime.
In Minnesota, weather can be all over the place. Here at WCCO, we want to give you what you need to prepare for what's happening next.
Highs will top out near 90, with no meaningful storm risk during the daytime.
Thursday will be hot and dry in the Twin Cities, with plenty of sunshine.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow looks dry, hot and humid.
St. Paul is facing a $26-million budget deficit, President Trump took his first ride on the brand new Air Force One and more.
Highs will top out near 90, with no meaningful storm risk during the daytime.
The man was convicted of first-degree criminal sexual conduct in 2006, but his recent pardon removes qualifications for deportation.
Budget-strapped Minnesota schools could soon get more financial help.
The state's capital city is dealing with a huge deficit of several million dollars, plus more of the day’s top stories.