Public Safety
Philly DA charges Proud Boys member with harassing woman online
Kyle Boell allegedly sent the messages via Twitter. He is charged with terroristic threats and harassment, both misdemeanors.
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7 people were shot, 3 fatally, over less than 6 hours in Philadelphia on Wednesday
Wednesday’s violence comes as shootings and homicides continue to surge at historic levels and police struggle to make arrests in both fatal and non-fatal shooting cases.
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Police request 60-day extension of National Guard at US Capitol
The request underscores the continuing concerns about security and the potential for violence at the Capitol, two months after rioters stormed the building.
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Villanova student accused of sexually assaulting 4 female students on campus
A spokesperson for Villanova University said they immediately launched an investigation and the male student is no longer on campus.
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Police uncover ‘possible plot’ by militia to breach Capitol
The threat appears to be connected to a far-right conspiracy theory, mainly promoted by supporters of QAnon, that Trump will rise again to power on March 4.
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FBI chief calls Jan. 6 ‘domestic terrorism,’ defends intel
FBI Director Chris Wray condemned the January riot at the U.S. Capitol as “domestic terrorism” Tuesday as he defended the bureau’s handling of intelligence.
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The power is back on in Texas. Now comes the recovery, and it won’t be cheap
From potential long-term rate hikes to repairs of broken pipes, Texans could be paying for years after the state's devastating blackouts.
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Siege on the Capitol: 7 Philly-area insurrectionists face looming court dates
In the past week, federal prosecutors have filed or unsealed new charges against two people in the region who allegedly participated in the riots.
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Fond memories of East Norriton bowling alley help community stunned by a mass shooting
For many, the lanes now known as Our Town Alley were part of growing up and family gatherings. The fatal shooting there last weekend was a shock.
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Philly police arrest man accused of sexually assaulting woman inside Macy’s
Police say they were able to make the arrest thanks to a tip and surveillance footage from SEPTA and Macy’s.
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‘Mad or nah?’: Philly residents react to debate over declaring gun violence an emergency
Tamara Russell, aka Revive P.O.C., hit the streets of Philadelphia to see how residents feel about the debate on whether to declare gun violence a citywide emergency.
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Listen 4:36Creating safe communities in Philly starts with listening to communities impacted by violence
In order for Philadelphia to make a real change when it comes to disinvestment, leaders listen to the wisdom of the people who live here.
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Philly police seek public’s help in finding Olney mass shooting suspects
Philly law enforcement says they need the public’s help in identifying the shooters who opened fire in broad daylight at the SEPTA Olney Transportation Center last Wednesday.
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More snow to hit Pa. suburbs, Lehigh Valley on Monday
Accumulating snow is likely across the northern and western suburbs as well as Berks and Lehigh counties during the day Monday.
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Teen surrenders in shooting at Montco bowling alley that left 1 dead, 4 injured
The mass shooting in East Norriton has shaken community members, who described the spot as a popular place for people of all ages to relax and play.
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