Law
The pot breathalyzer is here. Maybe
With few accurate roadside tools to detect pot impairment, police have to rely largely on field sobriety tests developed to fight drunk driving or old-fashioned observation.
6 years ago
Online learning can open doors for kids in juvenile jails
Marquell Brown is one of a growing number of people in Illinois who have earned a high school diploma from School District 428, run by the department of juvenile justice.
6 years ago
N.J. high court bars longtime behavioral theory from child sexual abuse cases
Some psychologists say the ruling could hurt kids who allege sexual abuse.
6 years ago
Listen 5:18Penn State launching national database to help evaluate Greek organizations after hazing death
The scorecard will include grade point averages, sexual assaults, alcohol and hazing violations, and community service hours.
6 years ago
Pa. GOP lawmaker cajoling colleagues to join ‘red flag’ bill
Five states have similar laws in effect, and around thirty more are considering them.
6 years ago
Philly art exhibit examines what to expect when you’re expecting privacy
A digital artist turns Philadelphia's Icebox gallery into an immersive interpretation of 4th Amendment privacy laws.
6 years ago
Listen 2:57Former Delaware lawmaker charged with domestic violence — for third time
The arrest is the third for Former Delaware state Rep. John C. Atkins on domestic violence charges in the 12 years. This time it's a felony -- strangulation..
6 years ago
5 facts to know about migrant family reunification
Here are five questions about family reunification answered.
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Wolf to veto abortion ban if Roe falls; Wagner won’t commit
Abortion could be a big issue in the pa gov's race as supreme court could turn issue back to the states.
6 years ago
Listen 4:10Philadelphia is a flashpoint for Liberian human rights advocates
The recent federal convictions of suspected Liberian war criminals in Philadelphia is fueling the demand for a war crimes court in Liberia.
6 years ago
Listen 3:50N.J. drug company’s lawsuit could derail Nevada execution
A last-minute lawsuit filed by a drug company that doesn't want its product used in "botched" executions could derail a scheduled execution.
6 years ago
President Trump pardons Oregon cattle ranchers Dwight and Steven Hammond
Protesters who rallied to support the Hammonds included Ammon Bundy, who was part of a self-styled militia in 2016.
6 years ago
New Jersey hair braiders want an end to licensing laws
The natural braiding technique — requiring no coloring, cutting or special tools — appears headed to an exemption from N.J. law requiring practitioners have a license.
6 years ago
Listen 1:49Monmouth Beach ban on plastics — most comprehensive in N.J. — off to smooth start
Merchants say there's been a period of adjustment since the ban started June 1, but most customers are taking it in stride.
6 years ago
Listen 5:53A renewed push to give Taney Street a different name
Taney Street is named after Roger B. Taney, fifth chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court and author of what is arguably its most infamous decision, Dred Scott v. Sanford.
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