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Bucks County commissioners say sheriff does not have power to sign agreement with ICE
The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania has threatened to file a lawsuit challenging the agreement.
2 months ago
Listen 1:20A two-episode podcast by WHYY News explores the exclusive story of a helicopter pilot who warned the city that “the bunker’s no threat” before the police dropped the bomb.
2 months ago
New Jersey Democratic Rep. McIver released on recognizance on federal assault charges
The prosecutor’s complaint says McIver attempted to stop the arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka and pushed into and grabbed ICE and Homeland Security Investigations agents.
2 months ago
Trial to begin for former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial in killing of Eddie Irizarry
In August 2023, Dial shot Irizarry multiple times through the driver's side window during a traffic stop.
2 months ago
Bucks sheriff and ICE collaboration is official; legal challenge expected
The ACLU of Pennsylvania plans to file a lawsuit challenging the legal validity of the agreement.
2 months ago
Listen 0:42Studio 2 Extra: Investigative journalist reflects on MOVE bombing
Investigative reporter Linn Washington remembers the MOVE bombing 40 years later .
Air Date: May 13, 2025 3:00 pm
Listen 12:33Camden’s short-lived ICE agreement sparks alarm and action in Delaware
Camden Mayor Larry Dougherty says he was not directly involved in the agreement and didn't see it as a significant issue at the time.
2 months ago
Listen 1:41What to know about the newly opened immigration detention center in New Jersey’s biggest city
The opening of the Newark facility has sparked protests outside the fenced-in building, including from Mayor Ras Baraka.
2 months ago
Philadelphia police officer shot near Overbrook High School; video shows chaotic scene
A witness who recorded video of the chaos said the incident started as a fight. The officer was taken to Penn Presbyterian Hospital in critical but stable condition.
2 months ago
3 former Memphis officers acquitted in fatal beating of Tyre Nichols after he fled a traffic stop
A jury took about 8 1/2 hours over two days to find Tadarrius Bean, Demetrius Haley and Justin Smith not guilty on all charges after a trial in Memphis state court.
2 months ago
Pennsylvania governor’s residence to get an ‘anti-climb’ fence
It's been less than a month since a late-night intruder jumped the existing fence, broke into the home and started a damaging fire inside the Harrisburg home of Gov. Shapiro.
2 months ago
Bishop says Diocese of Camden will no longer oppose investigation into abuse allegations
The Catholic church had been opposing the investigation into abuse for years, but will now allow it to move forward.
2 months ago
Bucks County sheriff signs agreement with ICE
Sheriff Fred Harran said the agreement will “enhance public safety.” Immigrant rights advocates are pushing back.
2 months ago
Listen 1:41Member of cultlike Zizian group, a Delco native, says she did not kill her parents
Michelle Zajko’s denial was part of a 20-page handwritten “Open Letter to the World” her attorney provided to The Associated Press on Tuesday.
3 months ago
Police arrested the veteran New Castle County officer in August. Now a lawsuit claims the victim's sexual orientation precipitated the attack.
3 months ago
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