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Policing

Riley Williams is pictured in the middle of a crowd
Courts & Law

Lawyer says Pelosi laptop hasn’t been recovered from suspect

Public defender A.J. Kramer told a federal judge that investigators searched the car and Harrisburg residence of Riley June Williams but did not locate the computer.

5 years ago

Demonstrators raise their arms and chant,
NPR
Community


In fatal shootings of unarmed Black people, many police are repeat offenders

Since 2015, police have fatally shot at least 135 unarmed Black people nationwide. The majority of officers were white and for some, the shootings weren't their first or last.

5 years ago

District of Columbia National Guard stand outside the Capitol, Wednesday night, Jan. 6, 2021, after a day of rioting protesters. It's been a stunning day as a number of lawmakers and then the mob of protesters tried to overturn America's presidential election, undercut the nation's democracy and keep Democrat Joe Biden from replacing Trump in the White House. (AP Photo/John Minchillo)
Politics & Policy

Biden orders review of domestic extremism threat in U.S.

The undertaking is being launched weeks after a violent mob loyal to Donald Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol.

5 years ago

U.S. Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman attends a dress rehearsal for the 59th inaugural ceremony for President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris at the Capitol on Monday. (Jonathan Ernst/AP)
NPR
Politics & Policy

Eugene Goodman, officer who confronted Capitol mob, escorts Kamala Harris to inaugural ceremony

U.S. Capitol Police officer Eugene Goodman became a hero as he bravely directed participants in the pro-Trump mob that stormed the Capitol away from the Senate chamber.

5 years ago

police radios
Courts & Law

‘These radios are a huge asset to us’: Delco overhauls police radio system

Darby police officers receive the first batch of new radios as Delco seeks to reinvent its emergency communications networks.

5 years ago

Philadelphia police answer questions about the arrest of Josephus Davis for the murder of a man walking his dog in Brewerytown. From left are Capt. Jason Smith, Assistant District Attorney Joanna Pescatore, and police spokesperson Eric Tripp. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Courts & Law

‘Treat all homicides the same’: Philly police under scrutiny after quick arrest of suspect in Temple grad killing

In a city where the majority of homicide victims are Black, some have been critical of robust media coverage of Milan Loncar’s killing and a swift arrest in the case.

5 years ago

Trump supporters participate in a rally ahead of a violent insurrection at the Capitol building
PlanPhilly
Community

SEPTA reassigns transit cop who attended Trump rally that led to Capitol insurrection

The reassigned SEPTA police officer was one of seven who attended the rally that preceded a deadly insurrection of the U.S. Capitol.

5 years ago

Police patrol car with flashing lights and siren on
Courts & Law
NBC10

Police arrest man at Bucks County campsite for making online threats against Biden, other Dems

A man who police say made threats against President-elect Joe Biden and other Democratic leaders allegedly had a handgun at his Bucks County camp site.

5 years ago

Pro-Trump rioters try to break through a police barrier at the Capitol
Courts & Law

Police command structure crumbled fast during Capitol riot

Interviews with members of the U.S. Capitol Police who were overrun by pro-Trump rioters on Jan. 6 show just how quickly the command structure collapsed.

5 years ago

A sign on a bus advises that passengers are required to wear masks. (Jeff Chiu/AP)
Courts & Law

Philly police: Face masks are the ‘number one obstacle’ for homicide investigators

The department’s homicide clearance rate dropped significantly last year. Police say shooters wearing face masks is a big reason why.

5 years ago

Former Philadelphia Police Staff Inspector Joseph Bologna (center) is seen striking a protester with a baton during a protest.
Courts & Law
Billy Penn

Philly DA vows to refile charges against fired police inspector after judge clears him of protester assault

Joseph Bologna was arrested in June after a baton-beating video went viral.

5 years ago

In this May 29, 2020, file photo, demonstrators walk along Pennsylvania Avenue as they protest the death of George Floyd in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Radio Times

Racial justice after Trump

Ahead of MLK Day, we reflect on racial justice and equity at the end of the Trump era.

Air Date: January 15, 2021 10:00 am

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Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner appears as a podium
Courts & Law

Philly landmarks and government buildings to be guarded as inauguration precaution

Philadelphia police will be staffed in case of emergency Saturday through Inauguration Day. Commissioner Outlaw says other law enforcement are on call.

5 years ago

A train speeds by, as Philadelphia skyline is visible in the background.
Community

Unions: Passenger rails need better security, no-ride list

The unions said Wednesday that tougher security measures are needed in light of last week's riot at the U.S. Capitol.

5 years ago

A police officer moves through tear gas deployed to disperse a crowd as Justice for George Floyd Philadelphia protests continue in Philly
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law
Eyes on the Street

I got shot with a rubber bullet by police. It was a painful lesson about white supremacy

Getting hit by a rubber bullet helped Judith Max Palmer understand the wanton violence that Black communities experience too often at the hands of police.

5 years ago

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