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Criminal Justice

Rioters push a police barricade at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
NPR
Courts & Law

1,000 people have been charged for the Capitol riot. Here’s where their cases stand

More than 1,000 people have now been charged for the U.S. Capitol riot. NPR has tracked every case from arrest to sentencing. Here's what is happening to those charged.

3 years ago

6abc's Chopper 6 was live over the scene where there was a heavy police and fire presence. (6abc)
Courts & Law
6abc

Woman charged in connection with fatal hazmat incident in Mayfair

The suspect and a two-month-old baby were treated at the hospital for exposure to heroin and fentanyl.

3 years ago

Courtney Bowles explains how the People's Paper Co-op invites people who recently had their criminal records expunged to turn their old records into pulp, which is then made into new paper on which to write their future lives. (Peter Crimmins/WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

Philly project for art and criminal justice to receive international award

For almost 10 years, the People’s Paper Co-op has used art to help women get out of jail, and to get people’s criminal records expunged.

3 years ago

(Courtesy of 6abc)
Courts & Law
6abc

Parents charged after boy found in locked dog cage inside Philadelphia home

A 30-year-old woman and a 31-year-old man have been charged with endangering the welfare of a child.

3 years ago

A Wilmington police car
Courts & Law

Former Wilmington cop who lied about changing gun barrel after shooting carjacking suspect avoids prison sentence

James MacColl lied to investigators after shooting his second suspect in a four-year period. His actions contributed to a carjacking case collapsing.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw urged suspects to
Politics & Policy

Trio of leading women in Philly government honored by City Council

The resolutions are part of the council’s recognition of Women’s History Month.

3 years ago

Former President Donald Trump addresses the annual Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center on March 4 in National Harbor, Md. (Alex Wong/Getty Images)
NPR
Courts & Law

It’s not just Stormy Daniels. Here are ongoing criminal investigations Trump faces

The former president also faces scrutiny in other probes that could come with potential charges.

3 years ago

Byron Cotter, Michelle Anne Simmons, Marcus Pearson and Delia Avery pose for a photo outdoors.
Courts & Law

Racial disparities in Philly prisons persist, despite 47% decline in incarcerated population

A local nonprofit has proposed some solutions to help curb the trend.

3 years ago

An up-close photo. of DA Larry Krasner.
Courts & Law

Philadelphia District Attorney Krasner asks for help solving multiple murders in the city

Even though homicides are down 13% this year, DA Larry Krasner says investigators still need the public's help to find the killers.

3 years ago

Former President Donald Trump, pictured here speaking to guests at Iowa's Adler Theatre
NPR
Politics & Policy

Is Trump actually getting arrested this week? Here’s what we know

Trump claims he'll be arrested Tuesday as part of an investigation by the Manhattan district attorney. Start here for answers on five key questions.

3 years ago

Exterior of Torrance State Hosptial
Courts & Law
Spotlight PA

How some police, attorneys, and jails are trying to help Pa.’s ailing system for mentally ill people

A six-month investigation found the state’s “competency” review system is so broken it often extends incarceration, which can exacerbate mental health issues.

3 years ago

Trump Watching Wrestling Championships
Courts & Law

Trump’s call for protests gets muted reaction by supporters

Former President Donald Trump’s calls for protests ahead of his anticipated indictment in New York have generated mostly muted reactions from supporters.

3 years ago

Crime tape is visible in front of a van that has a sign that reads
Community
6abc

University of Pennsylvania Officer struck in hit and run

Investigators say the driver was behind the wheel of a black Ford Mustang.

3 years ago

The screen at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans honors Tyre Nichols before an NBA basketball game between the New Orleans Pelicans and the Washington Wizards, Jan. 28, 2023
Courts & Law

Supervisor in Tyre Nichols’ death retired before firing

Nichols' family attorney Ben Crump says letting Smith retire was a cowardly move to avoid consequences.

3 years ago

Former President Donald Trump speaks at the Adler Theatre
NPR
Courts & Law

Trump claims that he will be arrested next week

The Manhattan District Attorney's Office declined to comment on whether it will soon be pursing an arrest warrant for Trump.

3 years ago

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