Israel and the Hamas terrorist group have reached a cease-fire and hostage release agreement. Under phase one of the deal, Hamas will release 33 hostages over six weeks, while Israeli forces will withdraw from populated areas in Gaza.

Senate committees held confirmation hearings for six of President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet nominees, including Pam Bondi for attorney general, John Ratcliffe for CIA director, and Sen. Marco Rubio for secretary of state.

Firefighters reported significant gains against two massive wildfires burning around Los Angeles. However, the region remains on alert as winds pick up during a final round of dangerous fire weather.