
Policing
Pennsylvania AG, Philly police commissioner criticize conceal-carry bill in Congress
The legislation would authorize a gun owner with a permit from any state to carry a concealed weapon anywhere in the United States.
7 years ago
Meek Mill’s lawyers: FBI investigation into judge means she should leave case
Lawyers for Philadelphia rapper Meek Mill say the FBI has been looking into Common Pleas Judge Genece Brinkley’s “conduct in connection” with Mill since last year.
7 years ago
Trenton cop among 79 arrested in New Jersey on child pornography charges
Ranging in age from 14 to 75, the suspects include a Trenton police officer, a youth minister, a swimming coach, a piano teacher and an IT professional.
7 years ago
Supreme Court takes up case about privacy in digital age
The Supreme Court is taking up a case about privacy rights that could limit the government's ability to track Americans' movements in the digital age.
7 years ago
Complaints of excessive police force plummet in Camden
Barring a turbulent end to 2017, the year could end with fewer than 20 complaints — down from 65 in 2014.
7 years ago
Does the Meek Mill case reflect problems with probation in Philly?
Philadelphia's top public defender, Keir Bradford-Grey argues the Philadelphia rapper's case "amplifies the problem."
7 years ago
Listen 10:12Another man’s confession, DNA evidence may pave way for new hearing in 1980 slaying
Leroy Evans has spent three decades in prison for a homicide he denies committing. His attorney believes new evidence could clear Evans' name in the Chester City case.
7 years ago
DOJ gives funding advantage to cities cooperating with immigration authorities
The news comes not long after a number of federal courts blocked the Trump administration from attempting to keep grant funding from sanctuary cities.
7 years ago
Inside a Pa. prison, a parenting movement grows
Inmates at Graterford state prison have been leading a program aimed at keeping fathers connected with their children. What happens after these fathers come home?
7 years ago
Listen 5:56N.J. launching $1 million effort to help prevent conflicts between police, citizens
Videos airing on television, social media, and in movie theaters will provide tips to help ensure encounters between police and residents are safe and mutually respectful.
7 years ago
The Reentry Project: Stories and solutions from the formerly incarcerated
The forum focused on those who have served their time and now struggle to find their place in the community.
7 years ago
As deadly violence rises across U.S., Philly business leaders learn to prepare
Business owners gather to learn how to prevent and react to workplace violence.
7 years ago
Private DelCo prison settles lawsuit over suicide for $7M
The settlement also provides for increased review of prisoners at the facility who have mental illnesses.
7 years ago
Philly’s 3-year-old pot possession law: Many are fined, few are paying
Since 2014, police have handed out 6,940 citations for possession — which garners a $25 fine — and public use. That translates to $312,525 owed to the city.
7 years ago
Listen 2:44Pa. State Police seeks to shut down grand jury review of its in-house investigation policy
When a Pennsylvania State Police officer is involved in a shooting, the agency investigates the matter internally, but that approach is currently being challenged.
7 years ago