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Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports  – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.
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Sports in America

Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.

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Criminal Justice

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Community

Restorative justice advocates in Philadelphia are rethinking accountability beyond incarceration

Restorative justice is rooted in an empathetic, comprehensive and more solution-based approach to addressing criminal behavior.

3 months ago

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Courts & Law

Former Delco officer accused of child rape fatally shot in a gunfire exchange with Lower Merion Twp. police

Francis Connell Collier resigned in December from the Morton Police Department in Delaware County after being placed on leave because of the investigation.

3 months ago

William Stevenson's home
Courts & Law

High-profile Delaware murder case against Jill Biden’s ex-husband shrouded in secrecy

Bill Stevenson and the future first lady divorced a half-century ago. Now he’s held on $2 million cash bail, accused of killing his wife of nearly 40 years.

3 months ago

Deputies escort Michelle Zajko, left, Daniel Blank, right, and Jack LaSota, in orange, from the Allegany County Courthouse
Courts & Law

A year after border agent’s killing, 7 Zizians fight criminal charges in 3 states

Police in Maryland quickly connected Jack “Ziz” LaSota, Michelle Zajko and Daniel Blank to homicide investigations in California, Pennsylvania and Vermont.

3 months ago

Police on the scene after three bodies
Community
6abc

Suspect in custody after 3 found dead following standoff in Bucks County

Video shows a SWAT team breaching the residence, where the suspect was ultimately taken into custody.

4 months ago

Phil Murphy speaks
Politics & Policy

Murphy draws New Jersey prosecutors’ ire with clemency actions on his way out the door

Though former Gov. Phil Murphy established an advisory board, the ultimate decision to grant clemency was up to him.

4 months ago

Federal agents look on as protesters gather outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building, Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minn. (AP Photo/Tom Baker)
Studio 2
Courts & Law

The evolution of ICE

Over the past year, the agency has more than doubled its workforce of officers and agents, while its budget has nearly tripled.

Air Date: January 12, 2026 12:00 pm

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One of two NJ Transit buses wrapped in anti-human trafficking messaging
Courts & Law

NJ Transit launches a campaign raising awareness about human trafficking ahead of the World Cup

The campaign features messaging and ads on billboards, transit shelters and at stations emphasizing vigilance and help options for victims.

5 months ago

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The exterior of the Allegheny County courthouse.
Courts & Law

Pennsylvania’s Allegheny County implementing involuntary outpatient mental health care services

Officials were motivated by people's calls for helping someone before they reach the legal threshold of being a danger to themselves or others.

5 months ago

(Annie Farmer and Liz Stein speaking at a Stand with Survivors Rally on Capitol Hill, Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr.)
The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane
Courts & Law

Epstein survivors speak out

Survivors Annie Farmer and Liz Stein open up about breaking the culture of silence, coping with public spotlight, and combating sex trafficking.

Air Date: December 12, 2025 12:00 pm

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The University of Delaware campus in Newark.
Courts & Law

‘Kill all’: University of Delaware student arrested with machine gun, manifesto and plans to attack the school’s campus

The 25-year-old was found with handwritten notes targeting a member of the University of Delaware Police Department and a drawing of a school building.

6 months ago

Officers salute as the casket arrives at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter & Paul in Philadelphia for the funeral service for slain Police Officer Richard Mendez, Tuesday Oct. 24, 2023.
Courts & Law
6abc

2 men found guilty in murder trial of Philadelphia Police Sergeant Richard Mendez

Yobranny Martinez-Fernandez and Hendrick Pena-Fernandez were found guilty in the murder of Philadelphia Police Sergeant Richard Mendez.

6 months ago

Sky Roberts, brother of prominent Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre, speaks
Politics & Policy

What to know about the Justice Department’s Jeffrey Epstein files

Here’s a look at what’s expected to be made public, what isn’t, and a refresher on how we got to this point with the files on Jeffrey Epstein.

6 months ago

a sign for The Opioid Crisis Action Network
Courts & Law

Delaware County DA accuses head of Opioid Crisis Action Network of using funds to coerce sexual favors from clients

Delaware County District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer charged Lawrence Arata with human trafficking, patronizing prostitutes, obstruction of justice and witness intimidation.

6 months ago

Alina Habba speaks
Courts & Law

FBI arrests New Jersey man for alleged property damage in office of federal prosecutor Alina Habba

FBI spokesperson Emily Molinari on Saturday confirmed the arrest of 51-year-old Keith Michael Lisa.

6 months ago

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