Hamas says it's willing to release the five American hostages in Gaza
Hamas, the militant group the U.S. has labeled as terrorists, says it's willing to release the one living American hostage and bodies of four others it's held in Gaza since the 2023 attacks in Israel.
Oregon Gun Buyers Debate Stronger Mental Health Screenings
At a gun show in Oregon, buyers and sellers talk about gun laws following last week's shooting at a community college. Some gun owners say the attack shouldn't be used as a reason to pass more laws.
Record Rains Leave Parts Of South Carolina's Capital Under Water
Steve Benjamin, mayor of Columbia, S.C., talks with Renee Montagne about the flooding that has crippled his city. On Sunday, almost 7 inches of rain fell, the most ever recorded in the city's history.
Santa Claus Launches Election Write-In Campaign
In Alaska, the North Pole City Council holds an election on Tuesday. The legally named Santa Claus has launched a write-in campaign. He's one of two contenders for two seats.
Toilet Paper May Have Been Jets' Lucky Charm
The New York Jets beat the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. The NFL game was played in London, and The New York Times reports the Jets prepared for the trip by bringing 350 rolls of toilet paper.
Pope's Meeting With Kim Davis Disappoints LGBT Catholics
Marianne Duddy-Burke, head of Dignity USA, a group of LGBT Catholics, says she was inspired by Pope Francis' visit. That turned to disappointment with news the pontiff met secretly with Kim Davis.
Bishops Question How To Achieve Pope's Vision Of An Inclusive Church
Pope Francis has opened an assembly of bishops to talk about issues facing families — such as marriage, divorce and contraception. He reiterated that the Catholic church opposes same-sex marriage.
Syrian Refugee Tries To Restart In Texas, After Long, Painful Journey
Kamal says he was a chef and caterer in Damascus before the Arab Spring. He talks with David Greene about his harrowing experience fleeing with his family, and their hopes for a new life in Houston.
Despite Improving Job Market, Blacks Still Face Tougher Prospects
New social science research explores why the unemployment rate for blacks is persistently worse than the unemployment rate for whites.
After Mass Shooting, An Oregon Community Seeks Answers
A rural Oregon community tries to make sense of a mass shooting that left 10 dead at a community college.
Missing Microbes Provide Clues About Asthma Risk
Researchers find that babies lacking four types of bacteria in their guts at 3 months appear to have a higher risk for developing asthma later in life.
Factory Workers Reject Contract With Fiat-Chrysler
For the first time in more than 30 years, factory workers at a Detroit Three automaker have rejected a national contract.