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Christine Coulter speaking at a podium with other police officials
Criminal Justice
Philadelphia
Policing
Public Safety

Eddie Irizarry Jr. killing and PPD response reveal lack of transparency and accountability, experts say

In Philadelphia, where relationships between police officers and residents are already strained, the fatal shooting of Eddie Irizarry Jr. could have larger consequences.

2 years ago

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PlanPhilly
Housing
Law
Philadelphia
Real Estate

‘The system needs to change’: Philly woman is suing OCF Realty for housing discrimination

Under city law, property owners can’t refuse to rent to a prospective tenant because they participate in a housing assistance program.

2 years ago

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The exterior of the Pennsylvania Judicial Center, home to the Commonwealth Court in Harrisburg, Pa., is pictured on Nov. 6, 2020
Elections
Government
Law
Pennsylvania

Democrats in Pennsylvania want to keep a Supreme Court majority. They are talking up abortion rights

The race between Democrat Dan McCaffery and Republican Carolyn Carluccio in the Nov. 7 election will fill an open seat on the seven-seat court.

2 years ago

File photo: Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich stands in a glass cage in a courtroom at the Moscow City Court, in Moscow, Russia, April 18, 2023.
Criminal Justice
International
Politics

Jailed WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich’s arrest is extended by a Moscow court, state news agency says

Russian authorities have not provided any evidence to support the espionage charges.

2 years ago

Trump supporter wearing a shirt with a fake Trump mugshot on it
NPR
Crime
Government Accountability

Trump is likely to finally get a real mug shot. Does it matter?

When Donald Trump surrenders on Thursday at Atlanta's Fulton County Jail, the sheriff says he will treat the president like anyone else who gets booked there.

2 years ago

This booking photo provided by Fulton County Sheriff's Office, shows former President Donald Trump
Elections
Government Accountability
National

Mug shot of Donald Trump shows scowling former president during speedy booking at Atlanta jail

His jail visit created a remarkable split-screen visual during a 2024 Republican primary contest in which he remains the leading candidate.

2 years ago

DA Krasner speaks at a podium.
Criminal Justice
Government
Philadelphia
Public Safety

Bucks County resident facing murder charge for hit-and-run following alleged street race

Joseph Vannauker of Levittown faces multiple charges after hitting and killing a man while going up to 70 mph during an alleged street race.

2 years ago

This photo shows an Amtrak train following a crash Sunday, April 3, 2016, in Chester, Pa. Amtrak said the train was heading from New York to Savannah, Ga., when it struck a backhoe outside of Philadelphia. (Glenn R. Hills Jr via A
Law
Pennsylvania
Public Safety
Transportation
6abc

Families of 2 Chester children file lawsuit against Amtrak after fatal crash

Police say 9-year-old Jahaad Atkinson and 12-year-old Ahyir Womak were both killed in the incident.

2 years ago

A close-up of Rudy Guiliani
NPR
Government
Government Accountability
Law
National

Rudy Giuliani surrenders in Georgia to face election interference charges

Rudy Giuliani has surrendered in Atlanta to be booked as part of county prosecutors' investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia.

2 years ago

Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw speaks at a podium.
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Policing

Philly officer who fatally shot Eddie Irizarry to be terminated after violating department policy

Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw says the department is suspending Officer Mark Dial with intent to dismiss due to an administrative violation.

2 years ago

A general view of the Pennsylvania Judicial Center
Pennsylvania
Policing

A Pennsylvania court says state police can’t hide how it monitors social media

Tuesday's order appears to end a six-year legal battle.

2 years ago

Philadelphia criminal attorney Shaka Johnson called into question information released by Philadelphia police about the shooting of 27-year-old Eddie Irizarry at a press conference with Irizarry’s family on Aug.22, 2023. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Gun Violence
Philadelphia
Policing
Social Justice

Philly police shot and killed Eddie Irizarry within 5 seconds of exiting cruiser, new video shows

“I don’t care how you unpack this, a death sentence is not called for for erratic driving,” said attorney Shaka Johnson.

2 years ago

File photo: Former President Donald Trump is escorted to a courtroom, April 4, 2023, in New York.
Elections
Government Accountability
Law
Politics

Trump says he will surrender Thursday on Georgia charges tied to efforts to overturn 2020 election

“Can you believe it? I’ll be going to Atlanta, Georgia, on Thursday to be ARRESTED,” Trump wrote on his social media network, hours after his bond was set at $200,000.

2 years ago

crime scene
Crime
Delaware
Gun Violence
Public Safety

Dismantling of Wilmington’s NorthPak gang continues with two more members convicted of murder

Two years ago, prosecutors announced charges against 15 alleged members. To date, 13 have been convicted of gang-related crimes.

2 years ago

Trump wearing a MAGA hat
Elections
Government Accountability

Trump and his allies double down on election lies after indictments for trying to undo 2020 results

Although Trump’s allegations have repeatedly been disproven — often by his own advisers — they’ve taken a firm hold among his party.

2 years ago

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