Omer Neutra was born in America, but went to study in Israel and eventually joined the IDF. He was taken hostage by Hamas militants during their surprise attack on Israel. Jim Axelrod spoke with Neutra’s family, who are holding out hope he will come home safe. Source
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Gaza grapples with aftermath of hospital blast
As Israel and Palestinian authorities blame each other for the deadly blast at a hospital in Gaza, Palestinians are left to sift through the rubble of what they thought would be a safe haven. Imtiaz Tyab reports. Source
Biden pledges support for Israel in wartime visit
President Biden met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv on Wednesday. Mr. Biden blamed Palestinian militants for a deadly blast at a hospital in Gaza, which Hamas insists was the result of an Israeli air strike. Charlie D’Agata reports. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Wednesday, October 18, 2023
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News with Norah O’Donnell.” Source
Judge orders Colorado rock-throwing death suspects to go to trial
The suspects arrested and accused in the rock-throwing death of Alexa Bartell appeared in Jefferson County Court on Wednesday for a preliminary hearing. Source
Biden to give Oval Office address on Israel, Ukraine wars
President Biden spent his time in Israel reaffirming the U.S.’ support for its longtime ally. He also advocated for the safety and protection of Palestinian civilians. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang looks at the president’s visit and its impact on the war. Source
House speaker vacancy continues to stall Israel aid
Republicans and Democrats on the House floor Wednesday stressed the importance of electing a speaker who supports Israel. House Homeland Security Committee chairman Mark Green joins “America Decides” to discuss Wednesday’s speaker vote as well as the latest from Israel. Source
What the House speaker chaos says about state of Republican Party
The current Republican nominee for House speaker, Jim Jordan, fell 22 votes short of the necessary 217 to win the gavel on Wednesday. CBS News’ Scott MacFarlane and Robert Costa have more. Source
Popularity of obesity drugs like Ozempic could change consumer habits
Restaurants may face loss of revenue because of the prescription drugs, whereas fitness centers may stand to benefit. Source
Protesters on Capitol Hill call for Israel-Gaza cease-fire, hundreds arrested
Activists sat clapping and singing on the floor in the rotunda of the Cannon House Office Building, holding up large banners that read “Ceasefire” and “Let Gaza Live.” Source