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Crime

Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw speaks at Olney Transportation Center, where a mass shooting occurred on Feb. 17, 2021. She joined local and state officials in calling for legislative and executive action to stop gun violence. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Courts & Law

‘We are losing the village’: Philadelphia officials blame GOP legislature for inaction on gun violence

At Olney Transportation Center, the site of a recent mass shooting, elected leaders and community activists came together to call for tighter gun laws.

2 days ago

President Donald Trump speaks to reporters on the South Lawn
Courts & Law

Manhattan prosecutor gets Trump tax records after long fight

The Manhattan district attorney’s office enforced a subpoena on Trump’s accounting firm within hours of the Supreme Court’s ruling on Monday.

3 days ago

Police said the assault took place Sunday inside the Macy’s on 1300 Walnut Street. (NBC10)
Courts & Law
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Police arrest man accused of raping woman inside Center City Macy’s restroom

Police said the assault took place Sunday inside the Macy’s on 1300 Walnut Street.

6 days ago

A shooter opened fire at the Our Town Bowling Alley in East Norriton Saturday night. (NBC10)
Courts & Law

Teen surrenders in shooting at Montco bowling alley that left 1 dead, 4 injured

The mass shooting in East Norriton has shaken community members, who described the spot as a popular place for people of all ages to relax and play.

7 days ago

A demonstrator wears an Oath Keepers anti-government organization badge on a tactical vest during a protest outside the Supreme Court in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 5, 2021. (Stefani Reynolds/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
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Courts & Law

Justice Department charges suspected Oath Keepers in plot to attack the Capitol

The Justice Department charged six more people Friday it says are members of a right-wing militia group that plotted in advance of Jan. 6 to attack the U.S. Capitol.

1 week ago

Multiple campaign signs and posters, including some supporting President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, adorn the front window of the Montgomery County Democratic Committee’s Norristown office. (NBC10)
Courts & Law

Eaglesville man arrested on terrorism charges for shooting into Montgomery County Democratic HQ

The suspect fired into the Norristown Democratic Committee office after allegedly sending emails threatening violence. He faces felony terrorism charges.

1 week ago

A SEPTA bus driver navigates through SEPTA’s Midvale bus depot
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SEPTA employees endure steady threats of violence even as transit ridership drops

Bus drivers and others on SEPTA’s frontlines describe harassment and attacks as part of the job. The pandemic has worsened the situation, some say.

2 weeks ago

Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner addresses the media
Courts & Law

Krasner calls on Philadelphia leaders to invest $100 million to help curb gun violence

The DA reported nine homicides last week, 16 non-fatal shootings in the city, and 120 cases opened involving either possession of guns or gun violence.

2 weeks ago

Jamal Johnson continues to protest for more resources to combat gun violence in Philadelphia at City Hall despite snow and more forecast for later today. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Community
Billy Penn

26-day hunger strike ends after activist extracts Kenney promise to act on gun violence

Philly radio host Purple Queen facilitated the truce with Jamal Johnson, through the mayor stopped short of declaring gun violence a citywide emergency.

2 weeks ago

Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner (left) and defense attorney A. Charles Peruto. (Matt Rourke/AP Photo; peruto.com)
Courts & Law

Krasner could have a Republican challenger come November

Charles Peruto will run against Krasner as a Republican, but said he will drop out if Krasner loses the Democratic primary in May.

3 weeks ago

(Emma Lee/WHYY)
Money

Beware of fraudsters: How to spot utility power shutoff scams this winter

Before picking up a phone call from an unfamiliar number — here are some tips on spotting scammers pretending to be PECO.

3 weeks ago

Supporters of President Donald Trump who are wearing attire associated with the Proud Boys attend a rally at Freedom Plaza,
Courts & Law

Canada designates the Proud Boys as a terrorist entity

The Canadian government designated the Proud Boys group as a terrorist entity on Wednesday, noting they played a pivotal role in the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6

4 weeks ago

Philadelphia Police Department
Courts & Law

Experts: Pandemic continues to fuel surge in shootings and homicides in Philly

One month into the new year, Philadelphia is on pace to set new records for shootings and homicides after a violent 2020.

4 weeks ago

The suspect who placed two pipe bombs outside of Democratic and Republican headquarters in Washington, D.C., did so the evening before the Jan. 6, attack on the Capitol, the FBI said. (Federal Bureau of Investigation)
NPR
Courts & Law

Pipe bombs believed to have been placed night before attack on U.S. Capitol

The FBI announced Friday that the bombs were staged the day before the riots at the Capitol, between the hours of 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.

4 weeks ago

Multiple campaign signs and posters, including some supporting President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, adorn the front window of the Montgomery County Democratic Committee’s Norristown office. (NBC10)
Politics & Policy

FBI, local authorities investigating attack on Montgomery County Democrats office

Three bullets were fired through the window sometime between Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. The committee received a threatening email Jan. 8.

1 month ago

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