
Courts & Law
Judge blocks Biden administration’s new rules for asylum-seekers at the border
U.S. District Judge Jon Tigar blocked a similar policy during the Trump administration, and immigrant advocates had urged him to do the same in this case.
2 years ago
Philadelphia police search for suspects involved in disorderly gathering on Broad Street
One officer was hit by a vehicle and broke his ankle while trying to disperse the crowd.
2 years ago
Philly woman critically injured in eviction shooting sues city’s landlord-tenant officer
The suit seeks damages in excess of $50,000 for the “substantial physical and emotional pain and suffering” Angel Davis has endured as a result of the shooting.
2 years ago
Listen 1:28Philly prosecutors offer help to possible victims of elder abuse
The district attorney’s office has set up a special division to help those who feel like they might be suffering from abuse even from their own caretakers.
2 years ago
Herbal supplement kratom targeted by lawsuits after a string of deaths
Last week, a jury in Washington state awarded a $2.5 million verdict in the first kratom wrongful death trial in the U.S.
2 years ago
Delaware County law enforcement, Pa. state police crack 48-year-old Marple Township cold case
Delaware County District Attorney is charging David Zandstra, 83, for the kidnapping and murder of 8-year-old Gretchen Harrington back in 1975.
2 years ago
Partners for Justice is expanding to Philly, bringing ‘bureaucracy doulas’ to the court system
Embedded with the Philadelphia Defender Association, the new advocates will help adults and children access critical social services.
2 years ago
Trump’s classified documents trial date is set. What to know about this complex case
The legal complexities tied to former President Donald Trump's classified documents case are unique.
2 years ago
Trump classified documents trial in Florida to begin in May 2024
That schedule puts the trial at the tail end of the Republican presidential primary process. Trump is currently the front-runner for the GOP nomination.
2 years ago
Here’s where the criminal and civil cases facing Trump stand
Former President Donald Trump faces a number of criminal charges in two cases — but that may not be all, as he faces scrutiny in other probes.
2 years ago
Democratic senators in Pennsylvania are hoping that this will be the year that stronger gun laws make it to the governor’s desk.
2 years ago
Philly landlord-tenant officer agrees to pause evictions after shooting in Kensington
The decision follows a string of shootings by landlord-tenant officers over the last several months.
2 years ago
Listen 5:55Court-appointed contractor shoots woman during eviction in Port Richmond, police say
Further details on what led up to the shooting have not been released.
2 years ago
Judge hears arguments for the timing of the Trump classified documents trial
Federal prosecutors want to proceed with a speedy trial to begin in December. But Trump's lawyers are seeking a delay until after the 2024 presidential election
2 years ago
Meet the chocolate Labrador behind the arrest of Pennsylvania fugitive Michael Burham
Tucker's owners will be receiving a $2,000 reward for calling in their tip.
2 years ago