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two officers pointing weapons at Kadir Skinner
Courts & Law

Family of Wilmington police shooting victim disputes department’s account as they announce plan to sue city for $25 million

The body cam videos Delaware officials released Thursday don’t show what led up to the police shooting of a 19-year-old.

1 day ago

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An altar with photos, flowers and incense to honor those killed by immigration officers.
Community

Philadelphians hold vigil for victims of fatal ICE shootings

Speakers lamented the deaths of Joan Sebastian Guerrero, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo and others who were killed during ICE operations or died in ICE custody.

3 days ago

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Protesters are seen through the glass of an ICE office in Philadelphia
Courts & Law

Philadelphia can’t ban ICE agents from masking, federal judge rules

The order prevents Philadelphia from enforcing the law pending the outcome of the Trump administration’s lawsuit against the city.

2 weeks ago

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An aerial view of a large estate with a swimming pool.
Courts & Law

‘An absolute ton of cocaine’: Inside the largest drug trafficking case prosecuted in Delaware

Brahmanad Prasad cultivated the image of a wealthy businessman, gambler and day trader. A Delaware barroom boast led to his downfall.

3 weeks ago

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The exterior of George W. Hill Correctional Facility in Delaware County
Courts & Law

Delaware County prison warden resigns after just months on the job

Willie Bonds resigned due to a “personal family matter and an opportunity to pursue other career interests,” per a Delco spokesperson.

4 weeks ago

Philadelphia City Hall
Courts & Law
6abc

Justice Department sues Philadelphia over law regulating ICE operations

The Justice Department argues cities do not have the authority to regulate federal officers.

4 weeks ago

Train from SEPTA’s Regional rail service arrives at Suburban Station, in Center City (photo by/Bastiaan Slabbers)
Urban Planning

SEPTA, transit police reach tentative deal on new contract to avoid strike during World Cup

Transit police officers have been working without a contract since March 31. Members of FOTP Lodge 109 will vote to ratify the contract.

1 month ago

A view from inside Trenton City Council chambers, with several people sitting in the audience
Politics & Policy

Trenton City Council votes to prevent its police department from assisting ICE

The council passed the proposal that prevents Trenton police from assisting ICE on civil immigration enforcement in a 4-2 vote.

1 month ago

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the back of A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer
Community

Suspect allegedly hits ICE agent with vehicle, flees custody in Stafford Township, N.J.

The agent was injured after being struck by a vehicle by the suspect, who was getting away.

1 month ago

A 2025 Progress Pride Flag
Community
Billy Penn

City officials respond to backlash against heavy police involvement at Philly Pride

“That is not us,” police commissioner Kevin J. Bethel said, rejecting claims that the department is hostile to Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ community.

1 month ago

Police in riot gear are seen through the mist at the protewt
Courts & Law

New Jersey police sergeant charged with stealing journalist’s camera bag at Delaney Hall immigration protest

Angelina Katsanis was on assignment for The Associated Press on Saturday night when she was struck in the knee by a wood beam during a clash between police and protesters.

1 month ago

People sitting in the seats during a Trenton City Council hearing.
Politics & Policy

Trenton City Council delays vote on ICE cooperation ban after pushback on immigration detainers

The proposal has been tabled for two weeks after tensions between city council members and immigrant activists flared at Thursday’s council meeting.

1 month ago

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Close up of a siren on top of a police car at night.
Courts & Law

Montgomery County encourages immigrants to call 911 after decline in non-English emergency calls

In 2025, overall use of Language Line, which provides translation for more than 240 languages in real time, was down 12.4% from 2024.

1 month ago

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ICE agents go after protestors outside the Delaney Hall detention center during a protest on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in Newark, N.J. Inside the facility, detainees carried out a labor and hunger strike for days over alleged living conditions.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey Gov. Sherrill announces protest zones around Delaney Hall, citing concerns over ICE agent surge

The governor said protecting demonstrators and federal immigration enforcement officers is her administration's top priority.

2 months ago

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ICE agents use their baton as they clash with protesters outside the Delaney Hall detention center during a protest on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, in Newark, N.J.
Politics & Policy

‘Modern-day concentration camp’: Escalating violence reported at Delaney Hall ICE facility in Newark, New Jersey

Gov. Mikie Sherrill, who was denied entry to the facility this week, said Health Department inspectors were not allowed to do a full inspection.

2 months ago

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