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.
More than 100 child porn files were found in the home of Jesse White, a former Democratic state representative, officials said.
A judge sentenced two men to life in prison after they were convicted of mailing a Clearfield County woman a bomb that detonated and killed her.
A historic log cabin in Greensburg was recently torn down due to structural problems.
The Pittsburgh police are asking for your help. But the request isn't about solving a crime or finding a missing person. Instead, it's all about officers helping those in need.
Jared Triolo and Jake Mangum hit run-scoring singles against Fernando Cruz in the 10th inning, lifting the Pirates to a 5-3 win over the Yankees in the opener of a day-night doubleheader.
Pennsylvania Secretary of Transportation Mike Carroll touted the project as a "stunning achievement."
Three tornadoes spawned from Tuesday evening's severe storms, hitting communities in Lawrence and Butler counties.
A McKeesport family says their 3-year-old pet emu was hunted and killed by their neighbors' pitbulls.
The victim was told they had to deposit $2,000 into an ATM due to an alleged missed jury duty date.
More than 100 child porn files were found in the home of Jesse White, a former Democratic state representative, officials said.
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones, who has been on paid administrative leave, will retire after a review of his bureau.
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
The measure also allows states to opt out if they take action before the federal law is enacted.
Sen. Mitch McConnell released a statement on his health on Sunday along with a photo of himself and his wife, Elaine Chao, after questions swirled about his condition.
President Trump paid tribute to the late senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican from South Carolina, who had just returned from a trip to Ukraine.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
Boaz gives us a tour of his garden and shows us the strangest things he is growing.
Heather Abraham took a look at the brand new Steel City Classics collection and gave a preview of what fans can pick up at training camp.
Some of the cast joins PTL to talk about the show, presented by the Pittsburgh CLO.
Daisy Jade is live outside the studio with Six Gun Sally, one of Pennsylvania's premier southern rock bands. The group is about to start on the next leg of their summer tour with Lynyrd Skynyrd.
Boaz Frankel joins David Highfield for WHATCHA THINK WEDNESDAY .. and the question is all about four-letter words?!
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis.
It costs a lot of money to keep houses of worship safe.
Over the past several years, neighbors in one Pittsburgh-area community say they've found dozens of dead birds at the base of a single telephone pole.
Western Pennsylvania remains one of the most heavily impacted regions across the country for tick-borne illnesses.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Pennsylvania is under a statewide Code Purple air quality alert on Friday because of smoke from the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. But what does that mean?
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Wildfire smoke is causing hazardous air quality in the Pittsburgh area, prompting a warning from health officials.
Jared Triolo and Jake Mangum hit run-scoring singles against Fernando Cruz in the 10th inning, lifting the Pirates to a 5-3 win over the Yankees in the opener of a day-night doubleheader.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
The elevator dates back to the 1930s and takes players from the 17th green to the 18th tee.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Saint Vincent College says it's ready for Steelers training camp.
The former glass plant in Charleroi has been listed for sale.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
A major healthcare merger is now official.
The Kroger Company announced the acquisition of Giant Eagle on Wednesday morning.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
It's shaping up to be a busy holiday weekend across western Pennsylvania, which includes the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival.
The Pittsburgh police are asking for your help. But the request isn't about solving a crime or finding a missing person. Instead, it's all about officers helping those in need. KDKA's Barry Pintar reports.
More than 100 child porn files were found in the home of Jesse White, a former Democratic state representative, officials in Pennsylvania said.
A federal judge sentenced two men to life in prison after they were convicted of mailing a woman a bomb that detonated, killing her and leveling her home. KDKA's Andy Sheehan reports.
Data centers have become a big discussion in the Pennsylvania gubernatorial race. KDKA's Mamie Bah talked to Jon Delano about the impact it could have on voters.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
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.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
