Criminal Justice
NYC high school student charged with hate-motivated murder in killing of O’Shae Sibley
Sibley's death has sparked outrage and prompted tributes from celebrities including Beyoncé and Spike Lee.
1 year ago
Pittsburgh synagogue gunman has been sentenced to die in the nation’s deadliest antisemitic attack
It was the first federal death sentence imposed during the presidency of Joe Biden, who pledged during his 2020 campaign to end capital punishment.
1 year ago
The Pittsburgh synagogue gunman will be sentenced to death for the nation’s worst antisemitic attack
A federal jury recommended Wednesday that Robert Bowers be sent to death row. A judge must formally impose the sentence.
1 year ago
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
Listen 49:31Why Trump’s ‘fake electors’ in Pennsylvania are likely to avoid prosecution
In seven states, Trump allies sent electoral votes for him to Congress despite his loss. Some are facing investigations and criminal charges, but the saga has a twist in Pa.
1 year ago
Princeton University student pleads guilty to joining mob’s attack on Capitol
On Jan. 6, 2021, 22-year-old Larry Fife Giberson joined other rioters in a coordinated push against police officers in a tunnel on the Capitol's Lower West Terrace.
1 year ago
Jury poised to deliberate death penalty or life sentence for gunman in Pittsburgh synagogue massacre
The same jurors who convicted 50-year-old Robert Bowers in June on 63 criminal counts listened to closing arguments in the penalty phase of his federal trial Monday.
1 year ago
Biden implements sweeping changes to how the military handles sexual assault cases
The reforms place serious criminal cases under the authority of trained prosecutors. Previously, key decisions had been left up to victims' own commanders.
2 years ago
Delaware County makes historic change to bail retention fees
Delaware County is lowering its bail retention fees — which at 40%, is the highest in Pennsylvania.
2 years ago
Man sentenced in theft ring that sold stolen jewels to stores on Philadelphia’s Jewelers’ Row
From May 2018 through February 2020, Duanne Pierce led a jewelry theft ring which stole from stores around the country, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
2 years ago
Bucks County breaks ground on new mental health treatment center
The center will divert people with mental illnesses away from incarceration and into treatment. It’s expected to open by the end of 2024.
2 years ago
Listen 1:23U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika had loads of questions about the deal and her role, so she deferred a decision on whether to accept or reject it.
2 years ago
Listen 1:23Partners 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
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