
Policing
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.
3 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.
3 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.
4 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.
4 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.
4 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.
4 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.
4 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.
4 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.
4 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.
4 months ago
Police arrested the veteran New Castle County officer in August. Now a lawsuit claims the victim's sexual orientation precipitated the attack.
4 months ago
Listen 1:31Ticketing of parked cars on Philly street sweeping routes starts again Monday
Cars parked during “no parking” hours along some street sweeping routes will be subject to fines of $31 starting Monday.
5 months ago
U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis’ order comes after the Supreme Court said the administration must work to bring back the Maryland man, who was sent to a prison in El Salvador.
5 months ago
How Philadelphia police draw on personal experiences to respond to mental health crises
Studies over the past two decades have shown a person with serious mental illness can be over 10 times more likely to experience use of force during police interactions.
5 months ago