Public Safety
Philly police proposed a new cadet program in hopes of recruiting city’s teens and building trust
Philly teens could simultaneously go to local colleges and learn to be police officers during the yet-to-launch cadet program, but it won’t be an easy sell with all youth.
3 years ago
Listen 1:56Violence and harassment are driving America’s poll workers from their posts. Election officials say Congress can help.
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Interest in neck guards spikes after a hockey player’s tragic death
Interest in cut-resistant neck guards is surging: "That could be one of the positive things that might come out of this terrible tragedy," said Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike
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When someone is shot on a Philadelphia street, residents often handle the crime scene. City leaders are piloting a new protocol to help.
3 years ago
Listen 4:43FDA warns that WanaBana fruit pouches contain high lead levels, endangering children
The apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches — regardless of their expiration date — are being recalled. They were sold online and in person through retailers such as Sam's Club, Am
3 years ago
Bomb squad called to Medford, N.J. school; man detained by police
Police officers and bomb squad units were called to a school in Burlington County, New Jersey on Monday evening.
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Philadelphians hope a cleaner city will reduce gun violence. Will Oh or Parker make it a reality?
Many Philadelphians feel blight reduction is an untapped gun violence prevention strategy. Both Cherelle Parker and David Oh say they have a cleanup plan.
3 years ago
Listen 2:04The FDA warns consumers to stop using several eyedrop products due to infection risk
Federal health officials issued the alert for six different brands of products after finding bacterial contamination at a manufacturing facility.
3 years ago
Mexico’s Acapulco grows desperate for help after Hurricane Otis ravaged the area
The Category 5 storm slammed into Mexico's Pacific coast early Wednesday, killing at least 27 people, with at least four still missing.
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What we know so far about the mass shooting in Maine
Here's what we know about the suspect, where the shooting happened, and the aftermath.
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Man charged with murder in deadly shooting of Philadelphia journalist Josh Kruger
Robert Edmond Davis, 19, was arrested on Wednesday in connection with the killing.
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At least 16 dead in Maine mass killing and police hunt for the shooter as residents take shelter
Some recent attempts by gun control advocates to tighten the state’s gun laws have failed.
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Fueled by ‘Kia Boys’ videos and social media, car thefts skyrocket in Delaware
The state’s three largest police agencies report big upticks in stolen vehicles. Authorities say many culprits exploit vulnerabilities in Kias and Hyundais.
3 years ago
Listen 1:49Panera Bread sued for the death of a Penn Student after drinking its ‘Charged Lemonade’
The parents of Sarah Katz are suing Panera Bread for the death of their daughter late last year.
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Listen 1:29Israel increases strikes on Gaza and 2 more hostages are freed. UN says aid sent so far is a trickle
With Israel still barring the entry of fuel, the U.N. said aid distribution would soon grind to a halt when it can no longer fuel trucks inside Gaza.
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