
Courts & Law
The North Philly search warrant and PPD’s history of raids gone wrong
They’ve resulted in both police and civilian deaths.
6 years ago
N.J. joins lawsuit against Trump’s effort to drive immigrants off public aid programs
New Jersey is opposing the Trump administration’s effort to penalize immigrants who rely on public aid programs like food stamps.
6 years ago
Chester Hollman III was freed from prison weeks ago after serving 28 years for a murder he didn’t commit. He joins Marty to talk about his incarceration and his reentry.
Air Date: August 16, 2019 10:00 am
Listen 49:04New Jersey’s medically assisted suicide law put on hold
Gov. Murphy, who signed the bill, said that AG Grewal would release guidance for residents in light of the order and vowed to oppose the lawsuit in court.
6 years ago
Alleged police shooter’s lawyer called — and DA Larry Krasner picked up
Krasner’s involvement in the North Philly hostage negotiation was unusual. Several people, including a Trump appointee, have raised questions about his involvement.
6 years ago
North Philly shooter had AR-15, to face ‘many charges’ as leaders call for gun control
Elected officials praised police handling of the Wednesday night shooting, and used the occasion to make passionate pleas for increased gun control.
6 years ago
Philly DA Krasner may appeal dismissal of charges against driver who fatally struck cyclist
Philly DA Larry Krasner is reviewing “options” in case against driver who struck and killed bicyclist Emily Fredricks.
6 years ago
Diocese of Harrisburg pays out $12 million to victims of clergy sex abuse
The diocese launched its compensation program in February. Those wishing to apply had to do so by mid-May.
6 years ago
Could alleged Boy Scout victims in Pa. get justice years later?
Forty people in Pennsylvania have alleged they were sexually abused when they were in the Boy Scouts. Some allegations go back decades, but accusers may still be able to sue.
Air Date: August 15, 2019
Listen 12:46Key changes could improve N.J. municipal court system, study group says
Among the recommendations: Impose fewer license suspensions for failure to pay fines and fees, and continue to promote the use of payment plans.
6 years ago
Prosecutor: Juvenile charged in Jersey Shore murder
A juvenile has been arrested and charged with the murder of a woman in Ocean County, prosecutors say.
6 years ago
Pa. Auditor General calls for more training, closer scrutiny of district judges
"No defendant should ever wind up with a criminal record because a judge for whatever reason handed out the wrong complaint form."
6 years ago
Philly gives out tickets for trashy blocks. Why isn’t it working?
A handful of blocks in Philadelphia get fined again and again for trash, but it doesn't seem to be stopping the litter.
Air Date: August 13, 2019
Listen 11:59How a ‘red flag’ law could work in Pa. — and what stands in its way
The ACLU of PA dropped its opposition. The NRA hasn't.
6 years ago