Pittsburgh Jewish community raises awareness about hostages still believed to be held by Hamas
The Jewish community gathered at the JCC on Sunday to stand with Israel and the more than 100 hostages still believed to be held by Hamas.
The Jewish community gathered at the JCC on Sunday to stand with Israel and the more than 100 hostages still believed to be held by Hamas.
The Jewish community gathered at the JCC on Sunday to stand with Israel and the more than 100 hostages still believed to be held by Hamas. KDKA-TV's Lauren Linder reports.
Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey criticized the recent lack of transparency over the hospitalization of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, saying, "There's no way it's acceptable."
The Houthis, an Iran-backed proxy force, have been attacking commercial shipping in the Red Sea since soon after the Israel-Hamas war began.
Israel says it's redeploying thousands of troops from Gaza, but it's not clear how significant the move will prove amid warnings of a "prolonged" offensive against Hamas.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel needs more time to achieve the war's objectives.
Rescuers and hospital officials say Israeli strikes flattened two Gaza homes, killing more than 90 Palestinians, including dozens from an extended family.
Israel's war with Hamas in Gaza rages, with the death toll reportedly nearing 20,000, amid hopes for new cease-fire negotiations.
The move comes as President Biden's request for a nearly $106 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other national security is languishing in Congress.
Colleges and universities have been criticized for their handling of antisemitic incidents since the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel.
A group of protesters gathered outside Michael Solomonov's Philadelphia restaurant Sunday night as a larger demonstration marched through the city calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.
U.S. officials said drones and missiles were fired at 3 commercial vessels in the Red Sea on Sunday.
U.S. and Israeli authorities say the Municipal Water Authority of Aliquippa was just one of multiple organizations breached by Iran-affiliated hackers who targeted a specific industrial control device because it is Israeli-made.
Other labor organizations have shared their support for a cease-fire in the war-torn region.
With Israel and Hamas extending their truce to facilitate more hostage and prisoner releases, there's joy for dozens of families – and calls for a longer cease-fire.
Hamas is expected to release more hostages, and Israel more Palestinian prisoners, under a cease-fire that has been extended 2 days, Qatar announced.
Seventeen hostages were released — 14 Israeli citizens, which includes Abigail, who is a joint Israeli-American citizen, and three foreign nationals, Israeli officials said.
"This event is not political at all; it's simply a time for neighbors to be neighborly and to be friends with each other. It's a Pittsburgh thing."
The Municipal Water Authority of Aliquippa said on Saturday that one of their booster stations had been hacked by an Iranian-backed cyber group.
Qatari and Egyptian mediators say Hamas agreed to release 13 Israelis and seven foreigners on Saturday in exchange for 39 Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.
The planned four-day cease-fire is part of an extendable deal that calls for Hamas to free 50 hostages and Israel to release 150 Palestinian prisoners.
A local Palestinian is speaking out for the first time about the loss of life in his own family in Gaza over the last two months.
The Israeli government said early Wednesday that it had approved a deal that would see 50 hostages held in Gaza released and a 4-day cease-fire observed.
The local signers say they agree with Israeli protesters who oppose Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's conduct in this war.
The local signers say they agree with Israeli protesters who oppose Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's conduct in this war.
Pennsylvania's teacher shortage is in the spotlight again as teacher turnover is now at an all-time high.
First Lady Jill Biden is visiting Pittsburgh on Saturday.
President Biden is speaking Friday, as Israeli forces continue offensive into southern Gaza city of Rafah.
It will be the first normal weekend for many North Shore businesses since 2020 and they're ready.
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts in a case stemming from a "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Pennsylvania's teacher shortage is in the spotlight again as teacher turnover is now at an all-time high.
Tens of thousands of people will be packing into numerous parts of the city.
First Lady Jill Biden is visiting Pittsburgh on Saturday.
President Biden is speaking Friday, as Israeli forces continue offensive into southern Gaza city of Rafah.
It will be the first normal weekend for many North Shore businesses since 2020 and they're ready.
Pennsylvania's teacher shortage is in the spotlight again as teacher turnover is now at an all-time high.
First Lady Jill Biden is visiting Pittsburgh on Saturday.
President Biden is speaking Friday, as Israeli forces continue offensive into southern Gaza city of Rafah.
Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on 34 felony counts in a case stemming from a "hush money" payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
Sen. Joe Manchin formally left the Democratic Party on Friday.
It's been 10 years since the recall of Takata airbags and still thousands of drivers have not addressed the issue.
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Some of the discounted items include burgers, hot dogs, and other cookout-related items.
The new standards could save Pennsylvanians money on fuel, repairs, and other travel costs.
Many will be hitting the road this weekend and gas prices have been ticking up. Why is that and can we expect savings any time soon?
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Dena Stanley, the co-founder and executive director of Pittsburgh Pride, stopped by to give us a preview of the Pittsburgh Pride and March Parade.
We got a preview of what's going on at the Strand Theater in Zelienople this weekend with a Jimmy Buffet classic!
Katie joined us with a preview of this year's Three Rivers Arts Festival which has a new twist on it this year.
Standup comedian Joe Dombrowski joined the show today to talk about his viral April Fools' Day prank from 2017 and his upcoming shows at the Pittsburgh Improv.
A North Hills woman says a pipe that doesn't belong to her is causing a backyard landslide and flooding out of her home.
A Butler County man says Verizon wants to build a cell phone tower steps away from his front door. He's trying to stop them.
The Gainey administration has denied the city's controller's demand for information about the payments.
Uniontown PD has 20 officers in their department and said they are constantly training with their weapons.
A Pittsburgh woman who has never been to Philadelphia got a traffic ticket for running a red light there.
Two local nursing homes will soon close, but both say the reason is preventable.
The Allegheny County Health Department has reported a total of ten cases.
The creator of the Hunched app, Steve Evrard, joined us to tell us why he created this app and how it can help people with their posture.
Friends, players, coaches, and fans laced up their sneakers to walk in support of bettering the mental wellness of our community.
The grills are undoubtedly getting fired up this weekend, but you have to make sure you aren't getting your guests sick.
Killebrew says the team is focusing heavily on making sure they understand the new rules for kickoffs.
At least four of Pitt's games will be broadcast nationally.
Two of the six champions went back-to-back.
The team has used its first-round pick on offensive linemen two years in a row.
Paul Skenes struck out nine and earned his second career victory and the Pirates salvaged a doubleheader split with a 10-2 win over the Tigers.
It will be the first normal weekend for many North Shore businesses since 2020 and they're ready.
With the NFL Draft coming to Pittsburgh in less than two years and hotel space at a premium, people may opt to open their doors to visitors, for a price of course.
Wiener World is closing down and changing locations.
The owners said on Facebook that they're unable to afford upgrades to the business that need done in order to stay insured.
Pittsburgh is still buzzing with the news that it will host the 2026 NFL Draft.
Kenny Chesney and his "Sun Goes Down Tour" return to Pittsburgh with special guests Zac Brown Band, Megan Moroney, and Uncle Kracker.
Nicki Minaj's Pink Friday 2 World Tour comes to PPG Paints Arena on September 6.
Pittsburgh's Cultural District is being taken over this week by the Three Rivers Arts Festival.
The Black Keys canceled the North American leg of their tour, including a stop in Pittsburgh.
The winners of the 2024 Gene Kelly Awards were announced this weekend.
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
Around 1:30 a.m. on Friday morning, county police were notified of a body in the Ohio River. An investigation is now underway to determine the cause of death and to identify the man.
With Kenny Chesney in town, the Arts Festival kicking off, and Pride, it will be a busy weekend on the North Shore and the local businesses say they're ready. KDKA's Lauren Linder has more.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
Dena Stanley, the co-founder and executive director of Pittsburgh Pride, stopped by to give us a preview of the Pittsburgh Pride and March Parade.
Check out some of the pictures and video from my visit to Hickory Hearth Highlands!
An explosion in downtown Youngstown, Ohio, rocked the Realty Building and injured several people.
PTL and Talk Pittsburgh's Boaz Frankel hopped aboard the inaugural Icelandair flight from Pittsburgh International Airport to Reykjavík, Iceland.
Three tornadoes touched down across the Pittsburgh area on Friday.
The EF2 tornado touched down in Peters Township and moved through Finleyville and Union Township.