American-Israeli among 3 hostages freed by Hamas in latest exchange
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.
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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.
President Trump said he would give Hamas until noon Saturday to release all Israeli hostages.
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."
Mediators begin the daunting work of brokering the next phase of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas this week.
The first three Israeli hostages were released after the ceasefire officially began. Hours later, Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners and detainees.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office announced that Israel's negotiating team had finalized a deal on the release of hostages held in Gaza.
Minnesotans are reacting to news that Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire and hostage release agreement after more than a year of fighting.
After intense negotiations, Israel and Hamas have reached a deal that would see a ceasefire and the exchange of hostages in Gaza for Palestinian prisoners.
A ceasefire in Lebanon between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah appeared to be holding several hours after it began.
Egypt's proposal comes as Israel's spy chief travels to Doha for talks with CIA Director William Burns and the Qatari prime minister.
President Biden says Hamas is "backing away" from a cease-fire proposal as Palestinian officials accuse Israel of bombing a school in Gaza.
Antony Blinken returns to Israel at a "decisive moment" amid negotiations to secure a cease-fire with Hamas and avert a wider war.
Rocket fire continued over the weekend in the Middle East, with talks between Israel and Hamas once again stalling.
In Israel for his 7th visit during the war in Gaza, Antony Blinken conveys "cautious optimism" to hostage families that a deal could be reached.
University of Minnesota students calling for a cease-fire in Gaza are in the midst of the seventh day of demonstrations on Minneapolis' East Bank campus after many camped out overnight Tuesday, marking the first time police haven't cleared them out since protests started a week ago.
Israel says the U.S. declining to block a U.N. Security Council resolution demanding an immediate Gaza cease-fire "gives Hamas hope."
U.S. officials say Israel has agreed to a framework of a deal that could lead to a temporary ceasefire in Gaza, but that it's now in the hands of Hamas to accept the terms. CBS' Cristian Benavides reports Israel is still dealing with backlash from Thursday's incident in Gaza City where Palestinians were killed while seeking food at a humanitarian aid convoy.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has vetoed the City Council's resolution supporting a cease-fire in Gaza, though the council has the requisite votes to override his rejection.
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday passed a resolution supporting a cease-fire in Gaza, despite protestations from Mayor Jacob Frey that it was "one-sided" and would increase fear among Jewish people in the city.
The Minneapolis City Council passed a resolution supporting a cease-fire in Gaza Thursday. Before the vote, Mayor Jacob Frey, who is Jewish, spoke out against the resolution.
The resolution has been a topic of heavy controversy this week. It already went through at least eight amendments Tuesday, in front of a capacity-capped crowd of Palestinian rights supporters and local Jewish leaders.
Israel's war with Hamas in Gaza rages, with the death toll reportedly nearing 20,000, amid hopes for new cease-fire negotiations.
Carolers rallied outside Minnesota lawmaker Amy Klobuchar's house in Minneapolis Sunday afternoon, calling for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war.
Israel says it is striking in the southern part of Gaza as it follows the movements of Hamas leaders, but the fight is reaching areas where civilians were once told to shelter.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said his country's fight against Hamas will restart in "full force" once the pause is over.
There's a chance you've caught some sort of bug this season. So why do we sleep so much when we get sick? There's a possible link between rest and recovery.
Cars on the ice are a common sight on White Bear Lake this time of year. But cars in the ice? That's out of the ordinary.
Known as Libby to her friends, the 17-year-old was also a daughter, granddaughter, athlete and devout volunteer.
Delta said that claims spreading online alleging the captain and first officer had failed training events were false, and both crew members are Federal Aviation Administration certified for their positions.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture says it's trying to get clarity on the cuts.
Cars on the ice are a common sight on White Bear Lake this time of year. But cars in the ice? That's out of the ordinary.
Known as Libby to her friends, the 17-year-old was also a daughter, granddaughter, athlete and devout volunteer.
As President Trump works toward ending the war in Ukraine, he's also using Russian propaganda talking points. It's created concern and uncertainty in Minnesota's Ukrainian community.
It takes a lot of food to serve a crowd at Target Center for a Timberwolves or Lynx game. The stadium chefs prepare a lot, but whatever is not sold is not wasted because a new program is giving back to the community.
The Minnesota Vikings have the best home stadium gameday experience in the NFL, according to a new league survey.
"Every farm in the state will be tested once a month," said Dan Glessing, who owns Glessing Family Farm near Waverly. It's a reality he has already come to terms with.
Avid viewers of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources' EagleCam may see some new additions in the coming weeks.
A man is in critical condition after his home exploded in Princeton, Minnesota late Wednesday evening.
At a presentation on Thursday, historian Karen Sieber will share her findings on Minnesota's connection to freeing enslaved Black Americans via the Underground Railroad in the mid-1800s.
Authorities in Hastings, Minnesota are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 74-year-old who was found on the side of the road in early February.
The college, which was founded in 1892 in Ashland, was struggling financially amidst declining enrollment and soaring costs.
Wisconsin's second-oldest prison that was built in the 1800s would finally be shuttered under a new plan from Gov. Tony Evers.
An extreme cold warning will be in effect from 9 p.m. Monday to 10 a.m. Tuesday. Temperatures will plummet to the double digits below zero and wind chills will be even worse.
With extreme cold continuing on Tuesday, hundreds of schools in Minnesota and Wisconsin have announced closures and delays.
As the largest race of its type, the Birkie brings 12,000 ski competitors and 25,000 spectators from all 50 states and two dozen countries.
A decades-long Minneapolis firefighter is now fighting another battle of his own. Six months ago, Mark Lakosky was diagnosed with multiple myeloma.
A central Minnesota deputy was unhurt when a man fired a shotgun at him during a standoff on Saturday, authorities said.
It's not harvest season in Minnesota, but a local organization is working to support and build up Black and Brown farmers across the state year-round.
There can be reasons to put off going to treatment, but two friends are removing one big barrier.
From keynote speakers and dedicated discussions to live performances and museum exhibits, the Twin Cities is providing many ways for everyone to celebrate Black History.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture says it's trying to get clarity on the cuts.
Minnesota farmers say they are in a valley of uncertainty amid the layoffs and cost-cutting measures of the first few weeks of President Trump's second term.
As President Trump works toward ending the war in Ukraine, he's also using Russian propaganda talking points. It's created concern and uncertainty in Minnesota's Ukrainian community.
Many miles away from Washington, the fate of the country's Consumer Financial Protection Bureau took center stage in a Minnesota Senate committee on Thursday.
Some Minnesota lawmakers say shuttering a federal watchdog agency could hurt consumers. Right now, some work at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is on pause. Caroline Cummings explains what it does and why some are concerned.
Many miles away from Washington, the fate of the country's Consumer Financial Protection Bureau took center stage in a Minnesota Senate committee on Thursday.
Managing money can be a tricky task, whether you're just trying to set a budget or set yourself up for retirement.
A beloved local bookstore is facing an unimaginable loss after a water main break flooded their store.
The bird flu is leading to skyrocketing egg prices in Minnesota and across the country.
Many Minnesota families are buried under a pile of medical debt, and the state's top attorney wants to change that.
A woman who pleaded guilty to bribing a juror during a Feeding our Future trial was arrested on Friday evening in Mendota Heights, Minnesota for allegedly driving three times over the legal limit, a move that resulted in a summons back to federal court.
A grand jury on Wednesday indicted a Cambridge, Minnesota man for the shooting death of his 62-year-old father at a hunting cabin last November.
A federal judge on Wednesday ordered defendants in all upcoming cases stemming from a major COVID-19 pandemic fraud case in Minnesota to stay away from her courtroom after allegations of witness tampering surfaced in the trial of the alleged ringleader.
Four people, including three teenagers, were arrested Tuesday in connection to a Minneapolis crime spree that left two men injured last week.
Authorities in southern Minnesota say they have arrested a teen who escaped a deputy's custody last month while being transported to a juvenile detention center.
There's a chance you've caught some sort of bug this season. So why do we sleep so much when we get sick? There's a possible link between rest and recovery.
"Every farm in the state will be tested once a month," said Dan Glessing, who owns Glessing Family Farm near Waverly. It's a reality he has already come to terms with.
President Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order that directs his administration to find ways to reduce the high costs of in vitro fertilization, or IVF.
This frigid weather can also lead to dangerous effects to your health. Within minutes, it catches your breath, burns your cheeks and puts you at risk for a number of cold weather-related ailments.
Caleb Kasner and his brother Duncan Kasner move around a little differently than average kids. The two brothers have Duchenne muscular dystrophy — a rare, inherited muscle-wasting disorder that has no cure.
The lineup, announced Thursday, includes headliners John Summit, Tiesto and Alison Wonderland.
The Twin Cities-based group Sounds of Blackness is celebrating 54 years of performing this month.
YouTube TV announced a deal to keep Paramount channels on its platform had been reached Saturday night, ending a public contract dispute.
"Morgiane" is believed to be the oldest existing opera written by a Black American, but it wasn't seen by audiences until 2025.
Less than a year after his highly praised stop in St. Paul, Sturgill Simpson will return for another Twin Cities show.
It takes a lot of food to serve a crowd at Target Center for a Timberwolves or Lynx game. The stadium chefs prepare a lot, but whatever is not sold is not wasted because a new program is giving back to the community.
President Trump's executive order banning transgender athletes from competing in sports consistent with their gender identity violates the Minnesota Human Rights Act, the Minnesota Attorney General's Office opined on Thursday.
The Minnesota Vikings have the best home stadium gameday experience in the NFL, according to a new league survey.
Former Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. has found a way to make the best of the mishap that took place Saturday during a jersey retirement ceremony at his alma mater.
Dawson Garcia scored a 27 of his season-high 32 points after halftime and Minnesota staged another dramatic rally this time beating UCLA 64-61.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture says it's trying to get clarity on the cuts.
Minnesota farmers say they are in a valley of uncertainty amid the layoffs and cost-cutting measures of the first few weeks of President Trump's second term.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture says it's trying to get clarity on the cuts to federal programs.
The Republicans have a trifecta with the presidency, the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House under their control. All Democrats can do is voice their opposition. One of those voices is Rep. Ilhan Omar.
As the Trump Administration continues cuts to the federal government, Republicans in Washington are limiting the ability to pushback.
How about spending Valentine's Day, in a dome? You can do it in Pine City. The Sweetbriar Ridge offers couples a unique glamping getaway.
If you've been to southeastern Minnesota, you've likely come across Sugar Loaf Bluff.
In the basement of the Minnesota History Center, you'll find corridors of giant blue cabinets that are guarded by lock and key.
The story behind the St. James Hotel is simple: 11 business owners needed a place for people to stay when they came to town. Likely none of them envisioned their establishment would one day end up on the National Register of Historic Places.
During the first week of December, Little Falls holds Christmas tours around town. It's a chance for historic buildings to deck their halls and spread their cheer.
There's a chance you've caught some sort of bug this season. So why do we sleep so much when we get sick? There's a possible link between rest and recovery.
Winter is more than halfway over, and we've definitely had our share of cold weather, but so far this season, the Twin Cities have only seen 16 inches of snow.
Managing money can be a tricky task, whether you're just trying to set a budget or set yourself up for retirement.
Starting May 7, Minnesotans age 18 and older will no longer be able to use their standard driver's license to fly domestically or enter certain federal facilities.
The Agriculture Department predicts egg prices could rise another 20% this year. That might have some families rolling up their sleeves to go straight to the source.
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Monday night.
Storms ripped through parts of Minnesota and western Wisconsin on Thursday evening. There were several reports of tornadoes and trees were downed in the metro and beyond, including in Cottage Grove, Anoka, Champlin and Fridley.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be warmer with highs in the 20s but it will still be below average for this time of year.
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.
The Western Hudson Bay polar bears are the most famous, and most photographed, polar bears in the world. Their home is the Arctic, where the last nine years were the warmest on record. Erin Hassanzadeh takes us to Churchill, Canada where experts say what's changing up-north should serve as a warning to us all.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says our warming trend continues with highs in the 20s by tomorrow.
Our warming trend continues Friday with highs in the 20s.
WCCO meteorologist Chris Shaffer says tomorrow will be warmer with highs in the 20s but it will still be below average for this time of year.
Despite it being late February, our brutal flu season shows no signs of slowing down. Even if it's not the flu, there's a chance you've caught some sort of bug this season. Why do we sleep so much when we get sick? Good Question. Susan-Elizabeth Littlefield explains what we know about rest and recovery.
The Western Hudson Bay polar bears are the most famous, and most photographed, polar bears in the world. Their home is the Arctic, where the last nine years were the warmest on record. Erin Hassanzadeh takes us to Churchill, Canada where experts say what's changing up-north should serve as a warning to us all.
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