
Trump says U.S. will "take over the Gaza Strip"
In a news conferrence with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Trump said the U.S. would "take over the Gaza Strip" and "own it."
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In a news conferrence with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Trump said the U.S. would "take over the Gaza Strip" and "own it."
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.
The first three Israeli hostages were released after the ceasefire officially began. Hours later, Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners and detainees.
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.
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.
In a statement, Israel Defense Forces said that "in response to months of continuous attacks," it conducted "precise strikes on military targets in Iran."
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.
PennDOT and PA Turnpike issued a warning about the winter weather events for a storm.
A fun way to collect money can be done through a swirling motion in a money vortex.
Freezing rain and icy conditions are coming to the Pittsburgh area moving forward.
President Trump met with Japan's prime minister and said that Nippon Steel can now invest in U.S. Steel rather than purchasing it.
The Texas-based company, Save This Life, has ceased operations and that could become an issue for pet owners.
President Trump met with Japan's prime minister and said that Nippon Steel can now invest in U.S. Steel rather than purchasing it.
Freezing rain and icy conditions are coming to the Pittsburgh area moving forward.
PennDOT and PA Turnpike issued a warning about the winter weather events for a storm.
The Texas-based company, Save This Life, has ceased operations and that could become an issue for pet owners.
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.
The acting Pittsburgh police chief has been tapped to lead the bureau, Mayor Ed Gainey announced on Friday.
President Trump said Friday that Japan's Nippon Steel will drop its $14.1 billion bid to acquire U.S. Steel and instead "invest heavily" in the company.
In a press conference with the Japanese prime minister, President Trump indicated Elon Musk has wide latitude to review nearly every federal agency.
The Allegheny County Elections Division on Wednesday announced the winner of its first-ever "I Voted" sticker contest.
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.
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.
An issue with a battery at U.S. Steel's Clairton Coke Works sent two people to the hospital, according to the health department.
The short-handed Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New York Rangers 3-2 on Friday night.
The Pittsburgh Steelers will play in the NFL's first regular season game in Ireland during the 2025 season.
PennDOT and the Pennsylvania DUI Association are encouraging drivers to be safe and sober this Super Bowl weekend.
Kevin Acklin has resigned as the Pittsburgh Penguins business operations president.
From the cheapest to priciest seats, here's how much Super Bowl tickets cost in 2025.
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.
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.
Kendrick Lamar swept all five categories he was nominated in, and Beyoncé finally won the coveted Album of the Year award.
You can make coins move in a swirling motion down into a money vortex and KDKA Meteorologist Ray Petelin shows us how.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Trey Fulbright’s forecast!
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Ray Petelin’s forecast!
Pet owners have been sent for a loop after a Texas-based microchip company closed up shop. Now, those owners will have to find a new way to make sure their pets are taken care of. KDKA's Jessica Guay spoke with HARP about what they can do.
Earlier on Friday, President Trump met with Japan's prime minister and said that Nippon Steel could invest in U.S. Steel rather than purchase the company. KDKA's Ricky Sayer spoke with some local leaders and got their thoughts on where everything stands.
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.