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Crime

President Joe Biden speaks at the Arcosa Wind Towers, Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2023, in Belen, N.M.
Politics & Policy

Utah man suspected of threatening President Joe Biden shot and killed as FBI served warrant

The shooting is under review by the FBI.

2 years ago

Trump holding an umbrella in the rain
NPR
Courts & Law

New charges against Trump focus on lies. Scholars see an authoritarian playbook

The latest federal case against Donald Trump is putting a spotlight on the role of false and baseless claims in his presidency.

2 years ago

Donald Trump speaking at a campaign rally
Courts & Law

Trump was told not to talk to witnesses in 2020 election conspiracy case. That could be a challenge

His lies about the election — which form the basis of the charges — are repeated in nearly every speech he gives.

2 years ago

The Pennsylvania Capitol in Harrisburg.
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Proposed relief for child sex abuse survivors won’t reach Pa. ballot in 2023

A measure that would give thousands of survivors a two-year window to seek monetary damages against their abusers is caught up in a politicized battle.

2 years ago

A police car is in the foreground. The El is visible in the background.
Studio 2

Commissioner Danielle Outlaw, The Future of Pro Sports, Remembering Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver

Homicides in Philadelphia, and across the country, have decreased since 2022. We'll talk with PPD Commissioner Danielle Outlaw about what's working, and what's falling short.

Air Date: August 2, 2023 12:00 pm

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Pharmacist scanning barcode of medicine drug in a pharmacy drugstore
Courts & Law

Two Northeast pharmacies fined $3.5 million to settle charges of Medicare Fraud

The alleged scheme was carried out from 2012 to 2016, and the medication that the government was billed for included treatments for asthma, depression, and some anesthetics.

2 years ago

Joy Chen, 16, and friend pull trash thrown into the lake at FDR Park, before participating in boating or fishing with the Discovery Pathways outdoors program in July 2023
Community
Billy Penn

Paddles trashed, rods stolen, toilets dumped in the lake: FDR Park’s popular boating and fishing programs are at risk

The South Philly park's popular boating and fishing programs are at risk. More park rangers might help, organizers say, but is there funding?

2 years ago

President Joe Biden’s son Hunter Biden, arrives for a court appearance, Wednesday, July 26, 2023, in Wilmington, Del.
Courts & Law

Inside Hunter Biden’s tax crimes: How the president’s son blew off the IRS while making millions

The lawyer and businessman repeatedly admitted in court that he broke the law while ignoring request after request by associates to pay tax debts.

2 years ago

cleaning the pond.
Community
Billy Penn

FDR Park’s popular boating and fishing programs are at risk thanks to repeated vandalism

Paddles trashed, rods stolen, toilets dumped in the lake… More park rangers might help, but is there funding?

2 years ago

Former President Donald Trump waves before boarding his personal plane at Miami International Airport on June 13, in Miami after his first court appearance in the classified documents case.
Courts & Law

Donald Trump faces new charges in the Mar-a-Lago classified documents case. Here’s what to know

Here’s the latest on Trump’s new charges and where his other legal cases stand.

2 years ago

large crowd on Broad St.
Courts & Law
6abc

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

Larry Krasner speaking at a podium
Courts & Law

Philly 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

Gretchen Harrington.
Courts & Law

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

Trump speaks into a microphone. A U.S. flag is visible behind him.
NPR
Courts & Law

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

Pa. state Senator Vincent Hughes speaking at a podium.
Courts & Law

Pennsylvania’s red flag law is closer than ever to passing. Supporters say it’s key to stopping gun violence in Philly

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

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