Man charged in Pa. governor's residence fire had "political motivation"
Cody Balmer, accused of burning the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence, had "political motivation" connected to the conflict in Gaza, documents say.
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Cody Balmer, accused of burning the Pennsylvania Governor's Residence, had "political motivation" connected to the conflict in Gaza, documents say.
The meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu comes amid a stepped-up offensive in Gaza that the Israeli military said is aimed at putting pressure on Hamas to release the remaining hostages.
Six living hostages — including two who were held in Gaza for a decade — were released by Hamas Saturday.
Hamas released dual U.S.-Israeli national Sagui Dekel-Chen along with two other hostages as the Gaza ceasefire remained on track after a tense week.
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."
As the Roman Catholic faithful in Pittsburgh mourn Pope Francis, many are remembering the pontiff's visit to the United States in 2015.
The Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh will hold a special Mass in remembrance of Pope Francis.
Two Pennsylvania Lottery tickets worth a combined $2.86 million were sold in Allegheny and Butler counties over the weekend.
The death of Pope Francis initiates a centuries-old process of rituals and traditions culminating with a conclave to choose his successor.
Strong storms will be possible this afternoon.
Pope Francis died Monday at the age of 88. As tributes pour in from around the world, the Vatican faces a transition.
Pope Francis died Monday at the age of 88.
Pope Francis made it his mission to change the perception of the Catholic Church around the world.
As the Roman Catholic faithful in Pittsburgh mourn Pope Francis, many are remembering the pontiff's visit to the United States in 2015.
The Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh will hold a special Mass in remembrance of Pope Francis.
Minutes after sharing a more traditional Easter message on Truth Social, President Trump posted a longer, grievance-filled message.
A Philadelphia-based political organization is heavily involved in Mayor Ed Gainey's re-election effort, funding attack ads on Corey O'Connor while supplying organizers to work directly on the mayor's campaign.
Dauphin County officials released the 911 call placed by Cody Balmer, the man accused of setting fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence over the weekend.
A tranche of records on Robert F. Kennedy's 1968 killing are being unsealed at the urging of the senator's son, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro will celebrate the opening of a new Hershey's chocolate manufacturing plant on Wednesday.
A covert camera at the Penn Hills Post Office led to federal criminal charges against Steven Goldwire.
With Mother's Day, Father's Day, Easter, and graduations all on the horizon and an uncertain world of tariffs, how can you save money?
Hostetter Auctioneers, based in Beaver Falls, has been contracted to auction off certain assets to the public.
Blogger Stephanie Gigliotti, and her son Vincent, stopped by to share a viral trend they created this Easter season by dyeing marshmallows.
The lawsuit seeks to stop the defendant from doing business in Pennsylvania, along with consumer restitution and civil penalties.
In today's Something Good, we're talking about Talk Pittsburgh's Diaper Drive.
Today's Books & Beyond discussion is less about books and more about community. Daisy Jade stopped by the South Park Township Library to learn more about The Period Project.
Are you thinking about buying a home with a homeowners association? Christine Zaremski-Young from Edgar Snyder & Associates helps answer your questions.
There's something special between mile 2 and 3 in the Pittsburgh Marathon. Katie O'Malley recently uncovered what makes that part of the route so meaningful.
Whether you're graduating, have a graduate in your house or are going to a ceremony or party, etiquette expert Liz Aquino has tips for navigating the big event with grace and confidence.
Some Jeannette residents say raw sewage has been flooding down their street for at least a week.
A mom says she's now forced to take on the role of caregiver for her 23-year-old son.
A couple in West Mifflin fears the contractor they hired for a home improvement job might never return.
The sudden passing of Dr. Carl Medgaus has many patients scrambling, having paid thousands for treatments they'll never receive.
Electronic card skimmers are a perfect match for color, texture and size and they only take seconds to snap into place.
The announcement builds on top of the $37 million Leidos has given to the university over the past couple of decades.
A measles outbreak has been declared in Pennsylvania.
Casely received 51 consumer reports of the charger's lithium-ion batteries catching fire while in use, resulting in burn injuries.
The team announced Letang underwent the surgery to close a "PFO" or a small hole in the wall of the heart.
State and local officials are shedding light on the health of Black mothers in hopes of driving real change.
Shipley sank a 38-foot birdie putt to win the tournament in the fifth hole of a playoff.
Justin Thomas is a winner again after nearly three years.
Steven Kwan and Kyle Manzardo hit two-run homers, and Manzardo added a sacrifice fly in the 10th to rally the Cleveland Guardians to a 5-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates for a three-game sweep.
The drive that fuels Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby is burning as bright as ever, even as his team struggles.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have plenty of questions as they prepare for the NFL draft.
A federal judge has permanently struck down an Ohio law that would have required children and teens under 16 to get parental consent to use social media apps.
Norfolk Southern reached an agreement with one of the two companies it has been trying to force to help pay for the $600 million class-action settlement it agreed to over its disastrous 2023 train derailment near the Ohio-Pennsylvania border and the toxic chemicals that were released and burned.
Since the pandemic, streaming has soared while movie theaters have continued to wane, but what does that mean for the Pittsburgh Film Office?
Pirates' owner Bob Nutting is apologizing for the Bucco Bricks ending up in a recycling center.
Microsoft says it's "slowing or pausing" some data center construction, including a $1 billion project in Ohio.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
Wiz Khalifa released his breakout mixtape, "Kush + Orange Juice," 15 years ago.
Since the pandemic, streaming has soared while movie theaters have continued to wane, but what does that mean for the Pittsburgh Film Office?
Wink Martindale, the host of hit game shows "Gambit" and "Tic-Tac-Dough," has died. He was 91.
Rock legend Alice Cooper and heavy metal icons Judas Priest will share the stage for a co-headlining tour across North America later this year.
In today's Something Good, we're talking about Talk Pittsburgh's Diaper Drive.
Today's Books & Beyond discussion is less about books and more about community. Daisy Jade stopped by the South Park Township Library to learn more about The Period Project.
Are you thinking about buying a home with a homeowners association? Christine Zaremski-Young from Edgar Snyder & Associates helps answer your questions.
There's something special between mile 2 and 3 in the Pittsburgh Marathon. Katie O'Malley recently uncovered what makes that part of the route so meaningful.
Whether you're graduating, have a graduate in your house or are going to a ceremony or party, etiquette expert Liz Aquino has tips for navigating the big event with grace and confidence.
The crash happened early Friday morning along Park Way.
The annual Pittsburgh Home & Garden Show kicked off on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center. As is tradition, Pittsburgh Today Live kicked off the show with a live episode!
A school bus slammed into a tree in Butler County on Thursday morning, sending the driver and two students to the hospital.
KDKA-TV is sad to report that retired host and weather forecaster Jon Burnett died of complications from suspected CTE. He leaves behind an incredible legacy.
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.
