
Public Safety
The QAnon ‘storm’ never struck. Some supporters are wavering, others steadfast
A collection of conspiracy theories fuels the QAnon community, but one prediction was central: that former President Donald Trump would arrest Democratic leaders en masse.
4 years ago
Their removal from the massive security presence at the nation's capital comes as the FBI worked to vet all of the 25,000 National Guard troops for Biden's inaugural.
4 years ago
The Capitol riot could lead to further radicalization. Here’s how to pull people back from the brink
Here are what experts say about the rise in extremism, and what friends, family members, and bystanders can try to do about it.
4 years ago
Listen 2:00‘It changed me’: A year of protest and loss renews meaning of MLK Day
Through service, activism, and education, Philadelphians honored Dr. King while reconciling the traumatic events of the past 12 months.
4 years ago
One activist won’t eat until Mayor Kenney takes action on gun violence ‘emergency’
Jamal Johnson began his hunger strike on MLK Day in hopes of connecting the city’s homicide crisis to the historic struggles Black people have overcome.
4 years ago
Guns for groceries? Philly buyback offers $100 ShopRite gift card for firearms
Philly City Councilmember Curtis Jones said guns will be taken with no questions asked. The buyback will happen Saturday at two local churches.
4 years ago
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.
4 years ago
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.
4 years ago
Police arrest Pa. woman who may have stolen laptop from Pelosi’s office
A witness says she intended to sell the computer to a Russian friend, who planned to then pass it to the Kremlin's foreign intelligence service.
4 years ago
FBI vetting Guard troops in DC amid fears of insider attack
The massive undertaking reflects the extraordinary security concerns that have gripped D.C. following the deadly Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol by pro-Trump rioters.
4 years ago
Philly activist to start hunger strike on MLK Day in protest of gun violence inaction
Former U.S. Marine Jamal Johnson plans to consume only liquids until Mayor Jim Kenney does more to address the city’s surging gun violence crisis.
4 years ago
Amid heavy police and military presence, few protesters show up in Harrisburg
The Pennsylvania State Capitol was on high alert after a report indicated armed groups were planning to gather at capitals across the U.S.
4 years ago
Records: Trump allies behind rally that ignited Capitol riot
An AP review of records finds that veterans of President Donald Trump’s failed campaign were key players in the Washington rally that spawned a deadly assault on the Capitol.
4 years ago
Man arrested near Capitol with 500 rounds of ammo, ‘unauthorized’ inauguration credentials
Wesley Allen Beeler presented unauthorized inauguration credentials Friday night, police said. Beeler admitted to having the handgun in his pickup truck, according to police.
4 years ago
Statehouses, US capital brace for potentially violent week
Some capitals are closed, fences are up and extra police are in place at statehouses across the U.S. as authorities brace for potentially violent demonstrations.
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