
Criminal Justice
Man gets 5 years after police car set afire in 2020 protests
U.S. District Chief Judge Juan R. Sánchez imposed a 61-month term on obstructing law enforcement during a civil disorder and firearms counts.
2 months ago
Trump indictment and hush money investigation, explained
Here's a look at the hush money case, the grand jury investigation and possible ramifications for Trump's presidential campaign.
2 months ago
Russia arrests Wall Street Journal reporter on spying charge
The Federal Security Service said that Evan Gershkovich was detained in the Ural Mountains city of Yekaterinburg while allegedly trying to obtain classified information.
2 months ago
Court rules in favor of victim’s family in Adnan Syed’s ‘Serial’ case
An appellate court has ruled a lower court did not give the family of the murder victim enough time to attend a court hearing in person that led to the release of Syed.
2 months ago
As Philadelphia passes 100 homicide mark, DA Krasner urges parents to lock up their guns
Philadelphia has seen fewer homicides than this time last year, but Krasner more can be done in order to stem the tide of violence.
2 months ago
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 months ago
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 months ago
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 months ago
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 months ago
James MacColl lied to investigators after shooting his second suspect in a four-year period. His actions contributed to a carjacking case collapsing.
3 months ago
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 months ago
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 months ago
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 months ago
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 months ago
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 months ago