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7 shot in North Philadelphia early Saturday morning, police say

Two victims are in critical condition, including a 17-year-old girl.

2 years ago

Aftermath of shooting at Trump rally
Politics & Policy

Panel looking into Trump assassination attempt says Secret Service needs ‘fundamental reform’

The panel said that “another Butler can and will happen again” without major changes in how candidates are protected.

2 years ago

James Ballinghoff speaks
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Driver surrenders to police, accused of hitting 3 nurses outside Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Penn Medicine says one nurse is hospitalized in critical condition. Two others received treatment for their injuries.

2 years ago

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Jenkintown Police Benevolent Association issues vote of ‘no confidence’ in police chief

Borough officials are defending the police chief as Jenkintown explores dismantling its police department to cut costs.

2 years ago

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Mark Cohen
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Philadelphia judge receives unpaid suspension for his political posts on Facebook

The court imposed the punishment against Common Pleas Judge Mark B. Cohen, who before he became a judge spent more than four decades as a Democratic state representative.

2 years ago

the top of the Pennsylvania Capitol
Politics & Policy

The money behind the politics: Tracking campaign finance data for Pennsylvania candidates

Looking at contributions can help voters learn about a candidate’s political bedfellows and their priorities, according to a political science professor at Temple University.

2 years ago

Patrolman Samuel Waters (right) grabs Dwayne Brown's arm moments into their encounter.  (Courtesy of Ivan Thomas/DETV)
Courts & Law

Ex-Delaware officer sentenced to probation on assault conviction

A jury last year convicted former Wilmington officer Samuel Waters of misdemeanor assault and other charges in the 2021 arrest that led to demonstrations.

2 years ago

Press conference
Courts & Law

CAIR exploring legal action following arrest of Muslim woman in Philadelphia

CAIR held a press conference Wednesday announcing possible legal action against both the Philadelphia and Temple Police Departments.

2 years ago

Crowds gather for an illegal car meet-up in the city where large crowds of people took over multiple streets and intersections
Courts & Law

Man charged in illegal car meetup in Philly that caused thousands of dollars in damages

Philadelphia authorities announced charges Thursday against a man they say tried to run over officers during an illegal car meetup.

2 years ago

Officers carry the casket
Community

Hundreds pay their respects to slain Philly officer Jaime Roman

Officer Jaime Roman was shot in June and died from his wounds last week.

2 years ago

Police outside of Mar-a-Lago
Politics & Policy

Threats and assassination attempts come with the office Donald Trump once held and is seeking again

So far, Ryan Wesley Routh, 58, has been charged with possessing a firearm despite a prior felony conviction and possessing a firearm with an obliterated serial number.

2 years ago

DUI checkpoint
Courts & Law

Halted by COVID, Delaware resumes ‘five-star’ tool to reduce traffic fatalities — DUI roadblocks

The first checkpoint since 2019 occurred this month. The goal is to reduce roadway deaths, which in 2022 reached 165, tying a 34-year record.

2 years ago

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Trump International Golf Club
Politics & Policy

Suspect in apparent Trump assassination attempt camped outside golf course for 12 hours, records show

Ryan Wesley Routh faces charges of possessing a firearm despite being a convicted felon and possessing a firearm with an obliterated serial number.

2 years ago

Officials walk through Chester County's new call center to respond to mental health crises
Health

Chester County officials unveil the new Human Needs Network Initiative

Pennsylvania DHS Secretary Dr. Valerie A. Arkoosh got a behind-the-scenes look at Chester County’s contact center and mobile crisis resolution system.

2 years ago

Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. (left) with his attorney, Ed Jacobs, addressing reporters during a press conference on April 1, 2024.
Courts & Law

A.C. principal indicted on more charges for not reporting alleged abuse of the mayor’s daughter

Atlantic City High School Principal Constance Days-Chapman oversaw the mayor’s re-election campaign and is chair of the city’s Democratic committee.

2 years ago

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