Courts & Law
Fox, Dominion argue over legal standards to prove defamation
Fox contends that it can't be held liable for defamation for simply reporting on newsworthy allegations — a sitting president’s claim that the election was being stolen.
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It’s not just Stormy Daniels. Here are ongoing criminal investigations Trump faces
The former president also faces scrutiny in other probes that could come with potential charges.
3 years ago
Racial disparities in Philly prisons persist, despite 47% decline in incarcerated population
A local nonprofit has proposed some solutions to help curb the trend.
3 years ago
Trump probe grand jury not meeting for the day – AP sources
The reason for the postponement was not immediately clear, but it would indicate that a vote on whether or not to indict Trump might be at least temporarily pushed back.
3 years ago
Jack Daniel’s tells Supreme Court its brand is harmed by dog toy Bad Spaniels
The whiskey maker argues that the toy named Bad Spaniel infringes on its trademark, confuses consumers and tarnishes its reputation.
3 years ago
Fox News has first clash in Delaware court with Dominion Voting systems
Both sides want the judge to pronounce them victors in the $1.6 billion defamation case, negating the need for a trial slated for next month.
3 years ago
Philadelphia District Attorney Krasner asks for help solving multiple murders in the city
Even though homicides are down 13% this year, DA Larry Krasner says investigators still need the public's help to find the killers.
3 years ago
Video shows sheriff’s deputies and hospital workers pinned Irvo Otieno to floor before his death
A newly released video shows that Virginia mental hospital workers and sheriff's deputies pinned Irvo Otieno to the ground until he was motionless and limp.
3 years ago
Producer sues Fox News, alleging she’s being set up for blame in $1.6 billion suit
Abby Grossberg says she was misled by Fox lawyers who prepared her to testify in the defamation lawsuit. Fox News says she's revealed confidential information and has sued her
3 years ago
In Trump probe, NYC grand jury hearing from final witnesses
Law enforcement officials have accelerated security preparations in advance of a possible indictment.
3 years ago
Protesters win $9 million settlement and police demilitarization pledge for 2020 tear-gassing
The settlement with the group of 20 activists, organizers, and West Philly residents also includes a pledge to demilitarize the police.
3 years ago
Carson Briere, son of Flyers interim general manager, charged after pushing wheelchair down stairs
Surveillance video from a bar shows Briere tossing a woman's wheelchair down a flight of stairs.
3 years ago
Atlantic City Councilman accused of fraud by federal government
MD Hossain Morshed is accused of submitting false voter applications and lying about it, as well as falsely claiming unemployment benefits.
3 years ago
The city's agreement with the group of 20 activists and residents also includes a half-million award to the Bread & Roses Community Fund.
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How some police, attorneys, and jails are trying to help Pa.’s ailing system for mentally ill people
A six-month investigation found the state’s “competency” review system is so broken it often extends incarceration, which can exacerbate mental health issues.
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