Nicholas Pugliese
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N.J. county approves armored vehicle purchase despite fears of ‘militarized’ policing
Critics say the $300,000 purchase will erode public trust in law enforcement, citing protests in Ferguson, Missouri, and elsewhere.
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N.J. tax break projects hired just 27 Camden residents for construction, analysis claims
The state analysis said only 27 of more than 1,000 construction jobs at a sample of completed tax-break projects went to Camden residents.
6 years ago
From Kabul to Chester, former soccer pro gets second chance with Philly Union
I played pro soccer in Afghanistan. The Philly Union gave this WHYY reporter a second shot at glory.
6 years ago
Walmart ammunition cutbacks will have little effect, gun enthusiasts say
They said the new policies will inconvenience gun owners, while doing little to reduce gun violence.
6 years ago
N.J. Congressman Chris Smith to face 2020 challenge from former intern
Stephanie Schmid is a human rights advocate and former Foreign Service officer who opposes Smith’s stances on reproductive rights. She is also the Congressman's former intern.
6 years ago
Listen 1:10Residents skeptical of plans to dismantle Oyster Creek nuclear plant
Residents mistrust Holtec’s assertion it can decommission the Oyster Creek site in 8 years, as opposed to the 60 years proposed by the previous owner.
6 years ago
N.J. law allowing terminally ill patients to end their lives back in effect
An N.J. court has overturned a ruling that put a controversial new law allowing terminally ill patients to end their lives with medical help on hold.
6 years ago
Changing minds or spreading hate? Controversial event puts South Jersey town on edge
The flap has exposed a disagreement between local activists and event organizers over how to engage people of different viewpoints.
6 years ago
Listen 2:11North 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
Safe to join Boy Scouts? Some parents say policy upgrades help prevent abuse
To ensure their kids’ safety, some parents have set up their own protocols. Others say Boy Scouts of America has put in its own protective policies.
6 years ago
N.J. prosecutors clear Vineland officer in deadly shooting of black man
Rashaun Washington, 37, of Bridgeton, was carrying garden shears but claimed he had an explosive during the July 2018 confrontation.
6 years ago
Boy Scouts of America faces new sex abuse allegations, Pa. lawsuit reveals
A Pa. man filed suit in Philadelphia against the Boy Scouts of America, alleging sexual abuse. It may be the first of hundreds of lawsuits to come nationwide.
6 years ago