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New threats emerge as massive LA fires rewrite records for death and destruction

Even as four wildfires continued to burn in Los Angeles County Wednesday, the blazes were already rewriting the record books.

Who are the American hostages being released in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal?

President Biden released a statement following the Israel-Hamas ceasefire announcement Wednesday, saying release of American hostages will be included in the agreement.

Los Angeles wildfires timeline: How the deadly blazes unfolded

Dozens of people are believed to have died in the Palisades and Eaton fires, which have burned down whole swaths of communities

Hostage release details revealed in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal

President Biden released a statement following the Israel-Hamas ceasefire announcement Wednesday, saying release of American hostages will be included in the agreement.

Concerns about gentrification hang over LA community's destruction

The destruction caused by the Eaton Fire in Los Angeles County, which has decimated more than 14,117 acres in the last week, is threatening Altadena’s rich history.

Israel and Hamas reach ceasefire and hostage release deal after 'intensive diplomacy'

Secretary of State Antony Blinken had said the U.S. wanted a ceasefire deal in Gaza and all remaining captives released before Donald Trump takes office on Jan. 20.

World leaders react to Israel, Hamas ceasefire deal

After 15 months of war, Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire deal. World leaders from across the globe shared their reactions to the agreement.

Altadena's diverse history at risk as LA fires continue to burn

The destruction caused by the Eaton Fire in Los Angeles County, which has decimated more than 14,117 acres in the last week, is threatening Altadena’s rich history.

Ex-NYC mayor still on the hook for $475K fine over misused public funds, judge rules

Former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio must pay a $475,000 fine levied against him for misusing public funds during his failed White House bid, a judge ruled this week

Israel and Hamas reach ceasefire and hostage release deal

Secretary of State Antony Blinken had said the U.S. wanted a ceasefire deal in Gaza and all remaining captives released before Donald Trump takes office on Jan. 20.

What's in the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas

The deal will take place in three different phases, each of which will last for six weeks, according to U.S. and Qatari officials.

Couple in their 80s saves home from LA fires

Instead of evacuating, Susan Salser, 85, and her husband, Winston Salser, 86, decided to stay planted and protect their Pacific Palisades home from the blazing inferno.

WATCH: LA cat cafe offers free cuddle sessions for anyone impacted by fires

"Our 15-minute sessions are for anyone who wants to hang out with the kitties. We know that the fire has been very stressful," said Haley Collins, lead host at Crumbs & Whiskers.

LIVE: Ceasefire deal reached between Israel and Hamas

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What's next now that Hamas and Israel have agreed to a deal?

While the deal has been announced by mediators, it still needs to go through a four-step ratification process in Israel before it can go into effect.