Israel blames Hamas for delay in Gaza ceasefire, fighting continues
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had warned that Israel would keep fighting if there were any perceived violations of the deal.
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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.
Any further attacks from either side could engulf the wider Middle East, already teetering over the Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip and Israel's ground invasion of Lebanon, into a wider regional conflict.
In a statement, Israel Defense Forces said that "in response to months of continuous attacks," it conducted "precise strikes on military targets in Iran."
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 strikes risk pushing the archenemies closer to all-out war at a time of spiraling violence across the Middle East, where militant groups backed by Iran are already at war with Israel.
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.
The deployment of a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) anti-missile system is described as a way to "strengthen Israel's defenses against ballistic missiles."
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.
One year after Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel, killing 1,200 people and taking hundreds hostage, Philadelphia-area families remain hopeful their loved ones will be released.
Israel and Hezbollah have traded fire across the Lebanon border almost daily since the day after Hamas' cross-border attack on Oct. 7, 2023.
About 200 protesters marched across Pittsburgh in support of the Palestinian and Lebanese people.
Explosions were heard over Tel Aviv and Jerusalem but there were no reports of Israeli deaths. A U.S. official said the attack was "effectively defeated."
The Israeli military says it has begun a "limited, localized" ground operation against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon.
Hassan Nasrallah, the longtime leader of Iran-backed Hezbollah, was killed in an airstrike in Lebanon's capital Beirut.
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.
A pro-Palestinian rally and a vigil for Israeli hostages killed in Gaza were held a couple of miles from each other in Pittsburgh.
The University of Pittsburgh's Jewish community is disturbed by Friday night's attack on two Jewish students, but at the same time, expressing strength.
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.
The lawyer for the man identified him as a 28-year-old Venezuelan national, Wilber Rafael Garces Perez. Officials said he was shot at least once in the torso and was in serious but stable condition.
Canton Township, Washington County, declared a state of emergency on Sunday after another round of heavy rains and flooding.
Rafael Flores Jr. hit the go-ahead two-run home run in the eighth inning to help the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Kansas City Royals on Sunday and complete a series sweep.
The New England Patriots' defense smothered Aaron Rodgers on the way to a 20-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday.
Dr. Alfred Garwood's life is a miracle, and with that in mind, he has an obligation to do something worthwhile. That something is the Eradicate Hate Summit.
The lawyer for the man identified him as a 28-year-old Venezuelan national, Wilber Rafael Garces Perez. Officials said he was shot at least once in the torso and was in serious but stable condition.
A West Virginia woman is facing charges after investigators said she left her husband on the toilet for 19 hours, leading to his death.
A casting call is out for paid background actors when the medical drama "The Pitt" comes back to Pittsburgh to film its third season.
Canton Township, Washington County, declared a state of emergency on Sunday after another round of heavy rains and flooding.
Rafael Flores Jr. hit the go-ahead two-run home run in the eighth inning to help the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Kansas City Royals on Sunday and complete a series sweep.
In a Truth Social post, Mr. Trump called fears around artificial intelligence possibly becoming a superintelligence that could pose a threat to human existence a hoax.
The Department of Justice announced it reached agreements with UPMC to end pediatric gender-affirming care.
A federal appeals court ruled Friday that U.S. immigration officials must offer detainees "a meaningful opportunity to contest" any deportation to countries where they have no ties.
The Pentagon on Friday released a new group of files about unidentified anomalous phenomena, or UAP or UFOs, including a batch of documents regarding a mysterious military program studying aerospace threats.
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
The program will provide relief for customers who pay their bills on time for two years.
The announcement was touted as a way that could change the way western Pennsylvania addresses energy.
With 100 days to go until Christmas and goods getting more expensive, here's what shoppers should know about holiday buying.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
It seems like each week we get a new story or warning about a scam over the phone or on the internet. Here's how you can avoid them.
We are honored to have Jim Balouris, Executive VP & Market Manager for PNC and Charlese McKinney, Interim CEO & Chief Program Officer with Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, here with us today!
It's a special performance! The debut of a song written by PTL's Maria DeBone and performed by PTL producer Teddy Stevenson! After all, we are neighbors every day!
As part of the 5th annual PTL KDKA Turkey Fund Kickoff Show, celebrating 45 years of the KDKA Turkey Fund, six amazing partners and friends donated some prizes for lucky members in the live audience!
Auctioneer Roger Croll from Croll's Mills Auction Services returns to PTL, and he helps us with bidding on a live painting from Kati Schoeb, lunch with Dr. Lori, a PTL experience, and Pittsburgh Steelers tickets with on-field access!
It's a special edition of our weekly game, "What's It Worth?" Dr. Lori joined us on stage to appraise three items belonging to Mikey, Ron, and Daisy!
A Hempfield family's home has become known as the "crash house" because drivers leave the highway and come crashing into it.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
The Steel City Youth Football League announced disciplinary action following video that captured an on-field brawl.
Misdemeanor and summary charges have been filed against the coaches involved in a youth football brawl in Pittsburgh.
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
With costs rising just about everywhere and in everything, Highmark Wholecare's free farmers' markets are providing relief.
The goal was to simulate an emergency situation that would push the limits of the hospital and health care network.
The push for paid parental leave continues in Allegheny County, but with some major changes.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The wait for medical imaging keeps getting longer, leaving some people fraught with anxiety.
Rafael Flores Jr. hit the go-ahead two-run home run in the eighth inning to help the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 win over the Kansas City Royals on Sunday and complete a series sweep.
The New England Patriots' defense smothered Aaron Rodgers on the way to a 20-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday.
Brandon Lowe hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Saturday night.
Michael Hawkins accounted for 313 yards of total offense and five touchdowns and West Virginia beat No. 25 Virginia 38-27 on Saturday night in the Duke's Mayo Classic at the Carolina Panthers' Bank of America Stadium.
Betting platforms FanDuel and DraftKings say tools are there to help addicted gamblers slow down.
The top minds in AI and business are in Pittsburgh this week to discuss how cities can implement the technology.
Many small businesses are still feeling the impact of last week's severe weather.
Pittsburgh leaders and their partners are making a concerted effort to revitalize a North Side business district.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
A casting call is out for paid background actors when the medical drama "The Pitt" comes back to Pittsburgh to film its third season.
Buffalo Bill's home will open this weekend for guided tours as the iconic horror movie turns 35.
The show has been canceled because of the muddy field conditions at 1846 Farms.
"The Pitt" won the Emmy award for outstanding drama series for a second year in a row.
Kenny Chesney will be joined on the tour by Eric Church, Sheryl Crow and Reylan James.
The rain will persist on Sunday night, continuing the flooding risk in the region. KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright has the forecast.
For the second straight weekend, townships throughout Washington County were dealing with flooding after more heavy rains. KDKA's Ricky Sayer has the latest.
Dr. Alfred Garwood's life is a miracle, and with that in mind, he has an obligation to do something worthwhile. That something is the Eradicate Hate Summit. Megan Shinn shares his work in the KD Sunday Spotlight.
A flash flooding risk is in place, with the highest chance occurring to the south of Pittsburgh. KDKA First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley has the forecast.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
Saturday's game was delayed for more than one hour because of severe storms in the area.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
