American man, 2 Israelis freed in 3rd swap with Hamas as ceasefire holds
Keith Siegel, a 65-year-old dual U.S.-Israeli national, is the first American to be released since the Israel-Hamas ceasefire took effect.
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Keith Siegel, a 65-year-old dual U.S.-Israeli national, is the first American to be released since the Israel-Hamas ceasefire took effect.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had warned that Israel would keep fighting if there were any perceived violations of the deal.
Members of Pittsburgh's Jewish community said they felt relieved and optimistic.
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.
The Biden administration is putting pressure on a deal before the inauguration, which will see President-elect Donald Trump return to the White House.
Edan Alexander grew up in New Jersey and was a soldier in the Israeli military when Hamas militants attacked on the morning of Oct. 7, 2023.
Cease-fire talks mediated by the United States, Qatar and Egypt have repeatedly stalled, as have parallel efforts by the U.S. and others to halt the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Egypt's proposal comes as Israel's spy chief travels to Doha for talks with CIA Director William Burns and the Qatari prime minister.
The death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar "is an important landmark in the decline of the evil rule of Hamas," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.
In his latest book, Bob Woodward delves into the inner circles of the Biden White House during the Russia-Ukraine war and Israel's conflict against Hamas and Hezbollah, as well as new information about Trump and Putin.
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh remembered the lives lost at the Jewish Community Center in Squirrel Hill.
Israel and Hezbollah have traded fire across the Lebanon border almost daily since the day after Hamas' cross-border attack on Oct. 7, 2023.
In the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Israeli troops also raided the offices of the satellite news network Al Jazeera, ordering the bureau to shut down.
Seven weeks before the election, Pennsylvania Senate Republican candidate Dave McCormick talked about the issues impacting the Jewish community on Monday morning.
The mass demonstration erupted after the Israeli military announced they had recovered the bodies in a tunnel under the Gaza city of Rafah on Saturday.
Iran's supreme leader has vowed to "seek revenge" against Israel for the killing of Hamas' top political leader, Ismail Haniyeh.
The militant group – which controlled Gaza before triggering the war with an Oct. 7 attack on Israel – has reportedly given initial approval of the cease-fire deal.
Police say the two men were involved with attacking the barrier that had been set up by officers and were refusing to follow orders during the incident.
Benny Gantz, a popular centrist former military chief, joined Netanyahu's government shortly after the Oct. 7 Hamas attack in a show of unity.
Four Israeli hostages taken by Hamas were rescued during an operation in Gaza, but Hamas officials say hundreds of Palestinians were killed in the raid.
No arrests were made overnight and the encampment was cleared out in a peaceful manner.
Pro-Palestinian protesters have set up a new encampment at the University of Pittsburgh on Sunday.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says the proposal is "far from meeting Israel's core demands."
Columbia University said Monday it is canceling its main commencement ceremony after weeks of protests and turmoil on campus.
An adviser to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told CBS News that "the end of the war will come with the end of Hamas in Gaza."
On Monday, the Pittsburgh area is below normal with highs in the mid-30s and mostly sunny skies this afternoon
A Munhall police officer shot a man in custody after he allegedly fought with officers inside a police station.
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Surveillance videos show five people working to break into the gun shop early Sunday morning.
The fire tore through the Maple Ridge Apartments at the end of last year.
On Monday, the Pittsburgh area is below normal with highs in the mid-30s and mostly sunny skies this afternoon
A Munhall police officer shot a man in custody after he allegedly fought with officers inside a police station.
Super Bowl 59's ad lineup had some winners and plenty of losers among its crop of new commercials. Read what the experts say.
Surveillance videos show five people working to break into the gun shop early Sunday morning.
The fire tore through the Maple Ridge Apartments at the end of last year.
President Trump also said he would announce "reciprocal tariffs" on Tuesday or Wednesday.
The planned meeting comes as President Trump told reporters Friday in the Oval Office that he "may meet" with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
States are absorbing substantial increases in healthcare costs for the poor, as they realize that the people remaining on Medicaid rolls after the COVID-19 pandemic are sicker than anticipated and costlier to care for.
An Ohio city inundated with threats last year related to an influx of Haitian immigrants has sued a neo-Nazi group that it says was at the heart of the onslaught.
President Trump met with Japan's prime minister and said that Nippon Steel can now invest in U.S. Steel rather than purchasing it.
If you got divorced in 2024, a Pennsylvania pizza shop will give you a discount if you show your divorce papers.
Pittsburghers' gas and electric bills are likely showing some spikes after last month's winter blast.
If you're looking to make home repairs this year, you can get plenty of resources this weekend at Acrisure Stadium.
Activists are calling for a nationwide boycott of Target stores following the company's decision to roll back its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Altius and Monterey Bay Fish Grotto both were ranked in OpenTable's top 100 most romantic restaurants in the country.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
We got to see the winner of the 100.7 Star Best Pizza in Pittsburgh competition!
Ash Andrews, from Venture Outdoors, was here to help us protect our favorite shoes during the winter season.
Daisy Jade nabbed an exclusive chat with Raquel Justice, one of the stars of "Dexter: Original Sin."
We learned more about a brand-new indoor farmer's marketplace in Scott Township on the show today. Sarah Olbrich and Emily Thornton, from Mort's Fresh and Local were here to tell us more.
A family from Fayette County says they begged for help to save a dying loved one who took her final breath waiting for an ambulance.
KDKA Investigates has uncovered years of neglect by a company that owns dozens of complexes across the country.
A Pittsburgh councilman said the benefits are limitless for people buried under medical debt.
Two men said thieves drained the money from their SNAP benefits cards before they had a chance to head to the grocery store.
KDKA Consumer Investigator Meghan Schiller explains what you need to research before agreeing to pay up.
States are absorbing substantial increases in healthcare costs for the poor, as they realize that the people remaining on Medicaid rolls after the COVID-19 pandemic are sicker than anticipated and costlier to care for.
The CDC says respiratory illness is now "very high" nationwide.
According to county data, the flu is at its highest level since December 2023.
Knobs on ranges can be unintentionally activated, an issue that has proved a hazard with other brands, safety agency says.
Researchers have a new hope for preventing severe illness from the bird flu after finding a groundbreaking antibody treatment.
The Philadelphia Eagles claimed their franchise's second Super Bowl in a crushing win over the Kansas City Chiefs, denying the Chiefs a historic "three-peat."
The Philadelphia Flyers snapped a five-game losing streak with a 3-2 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night.
RJ Davis scored 18 points, Ven-Allen Lubin added 17, and North Carolina defeated Pittsburgh 67-66 in a back-and-forth battle.
Brands paid millions to air their commercials during Super Bowl 2025. Here's what's behind the cost, and why advertisers say it's worth it.
The short-handed Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New York Rangers 3-2 on Friday night.
President Trump met with Japan's prime minister and said that Nippon Steel can now invest in U.S. Steel rather than purchasing it.
New renderings for Arts Landing, an outdoor civic space in Pittsburgh's Cultural District, were announced on Wednesday.
The massive retailer purchased the facility and plans on making big changes.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro says he wants to fast-track energy projects in Pennsylvania.
There is concern that increased tariffs on Colombia could mean an increase in the cost of coffee in the U.S.
Brands paid millions to air their commercials during Super Bowl 2025. Here's what's behind the cost, and why advertisers say it's worth it.
The work of black, female playwright Alice Childress is now on the stage at the Pittsburgh Public Theater.
Country singer Kelsea Ballerini had to postpone Friday's concert after dealing with an illness.
Kenny Chesney announced exclusively on "CBS Mornings" that he's writing his first-ever book about his music career and spoke about his upcoming Las Vegas residency.
Some advertisers release their commercials ahead of the big game. Here are ads to watch before the NFL's 2025 Super Bowl.
KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours has the latest on your forecast.
Munhall officer shoots man in custody after allegedly fighting with officers inside a police station.
A local program for at-risk youth and children in foster care has been shut down due to supposed safety concerns at the space it uses in a building in Downtown Pittsburgh. KDKA-TV's Mamie Bah has more details.
An investigation is underway after a local gun store owner says several people tried breaking into Griffin Arms in Mercer County on Sunday.
As many as 12 people, including five employees and four firefighters, suffered injuries after a fire and explosion were reported at a Crawford County industrial plant on Sunday.
A fast-moving clipper system is proving Punxsutawney Phil correct this Sunday late afternoon/early evening with some freezing rain/drizzle and light wet snow making roads north of Route 422 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike slippery.
A late interception from quarterback Drew Allar allowed Notre Dame to get in field goal range.
Counties south of Pittsburgh along with parts of Maryland and West Virginia are being hit the hardest.
The 71st Annual KDKA Free Care Fund Telethon raised more than $1.7 million. Here are some photos from the night.
Newborn babies at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital got dressed up in holiday onesies and hats knit by a nurse.
