NewsWorks Tonight, August 19, 2014 – Full Show

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    Aaron Moselle reports on the Ogontz Avenue Revitalization Corporation, which is reportedly under scrutiny by the FBI. Katie Colaneri hears from environmental groups who remain concerned about the Pennsylvania Department of Health, even after they revised their handling of fracking complaints. Dave Heller and Isaiah Thompson discuss Philadelphia’s civil forfeiture lawsuit. Jessica McDonald reviews a new Pennsylvania law that aims to provide better information to parents about Down Syndrome. Peter Crimmins reports on Pope Francis’ possible plan for a Philadelphia visit. Dave Heller and our South Philly correspondent Patsy talk about the proposed changes to the Mummers’ parade. 

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