Public Safety
As officials prepare to clean up an illegal dump site in Camden’s Bergen Square neighborhood, concerns about the health of residents are raised.
1 year ago
First responders deploy from Philadelphia to aid victims of Hurricane Ian
The convoy will travel more than 600 miles from Philly to Columbia, South Carolina, where they will receive further orders on where to provide aid.
1 year ago
Five shooters launched targeted attack at Roxborough High, police say
A day after the shooting following a football scrimmage at Roxborough High, some students say they don’t want to go to class as police search for shooters.
2 years ago
Ian makes landfall in southwest Florida as Category 4 storm
Hurricane Ian made landfall in southwest Florida near Cayo Costa on Wednesday as a massive Category 4 storm.
2 years ago
Massive junkyard fire sends black plume of smoke into Philadelphia sky
A massive junkyard fire in Philadelphia's Hunting Park section was sending a black plume of smoke into the sky on Tuesday evening.
2 years ago
Councilmember Isaiah Thomas releases a list of recommendations for alleviating gun violence in Philadelphia.
2 years ago
14-year-old killed, four students injured in shooting near Roxborough High School
According to Philadelphia police, at least two shooters ambushed a group of teenagers following football scrimmages.
2 years ago
Listen 1:18Hurricane Ian strikes Cuba, Florida braces for winds, floods
Ian was expected to get even stronger over the warm Gulf of Mexico, reaching top winds of 130 mph (209 kph) approaching the southwest coast of Florida.
2 years ago
Police: Philly Wawa reports thousands in damages after being ransacked by roughly 100 juveniles
During a news conference Monday, police said they are reviewing surveillance video to determine who was involved.
2 years ago
Officers to face trial in girl’s death after Pa. high school football game
Three former police officers charged with killing a young girl when they fired 25 shots at a car will face trial on manslaughter charges.
2 years ago
Ian strengthens into a hurricane, heads toward Cuba, Florida
Residents in Florida were keeping a cautious eye on Ian as it rumbled ominously through the Caribbean on a path toward the state.
2 years ago
DeSantis declares emergency as storm expected to hit Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis has declared a state of emergency in Florida as Tropical Storm Ian gathers strength over the Caribbean and is expected to bring heavy rains and high winds.
2 years ago
5 numbers that show Hurricane Fiona’s devastating impact on Puerto Rico
In the wake of Hurricane Fiona walloping Puerto Rico, communities are underwater, bridges and roads destroyed, and many residents' homes are unlivable.
2 years ago
New Jersey state troopers join Puerto Rico hurricane recovery efforts
The 74 state troopers will join members of the state’s All-Hazards Incident Management Team to help the island recover from Hurricane Fiona.
2 years ago
Lower Merion Township police union passes vote of no confidence in its chief
During Wednesday night's Board of Commissioners meeting, FOP President Joe Braun announced Tuesday's 73 to 0 vote.
2 years ago