NPR Chief Michael Oreskes Placed On Leave After Sex Harassment Accusations
Oreskes was a vice president and senior managing editor at The Associated Press from 2008 until he joined NPR in 2015.
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Oreskes was a vice president and senior managing editor at The Associated Press from 2008 until he joined NPR in 2015.
A spokesman for the DA's office responded by saying he "could not comment on whom the office chooses to charge and not charge."
State authorities also allege Kevin Bannon arranged unauthorized benefits for himself, his family and others at county expense.
Authorities announced that almost 4 tons of unwanted prescription drugs were collected during the annual Take Back Day on Saturday.
Police are looking to identify and locate a man suspected of a shooting in North Philadelphia on Sunday afternoon.
Burlington Township police say 34-year-old William Hines stabbed his 54-year-old roommate multiple times while he was taking a shower.
Florida community terrified that a serial killer is on the loose and parents weary about taking their kids trick-or-treating on Tuesday.
Police are investigating what they describe as the violent death of a retired US Postal Office employee.
Police are looking for the individual or people behind a fatal hit-and-run that happened on Oct. 14 in Northeast Philadelphia.
The Delaware County Attorney's Office says the defendant dressed up as characters for children's parties as his side business.
Police say 26-year-old Anselmo Dionicio-Lopez of Georgetown has been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, leaving the scene and other counts.
Officers were looking for Owen on Monday because he is a suspect in a string of burglaries and had warrants out for his arrest.
The shooting took place along the 2100 block of North Hancock street.
Prosecutors say an armed suspect shot and wounded by police in a parking garage at a suburban Philadelphia shopping mall remains in serious condition.
A federal grand jury in Washington, DC, on Friday approved the first charges in the investigation led by special counsel Robert Mueller, according to sources briefed on the matter.
Trump says he expects the U.S. war with Iran to end within several weeks despite unrelenting attacks from both sides and Iran's iron grip on the Strait of Hormuz.
Along the Schuylkill in Philadelphia, Boathouse Row holds the history of American rowing but continues to evolve.
Protesters gathered outside Terminal B at Philadelphia International Airport on Tuesday and demanded that ICE agents leave the city.
The AI-powered cameras on SEPTA trolleys started rolling last month. Starting April 1, you can get a $51 ticket for violations.
More than 1,000 PECO workers won't be walking off the job Wednesday after their contract expired. It marks the first time IBEW Local 614 will be without a contract.
Along the Schuylkill in Philadelphia, Boathouse Row holds the history of American rowing but continues to evolve.
The AI-powered cameras on SEPTA trolleys started rolling last month. Starting April 1, you can get a $51 ticket for violations.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Protesters gathered outside Terminal B at Philadelphia International Airport on Tuesday and demanded that ICE agents leave the city.
Mustang Expediting in Aston says profitability is practically running on empty with rising gas prices.
Police in Washington Township, Gloucester County, say a man stole a tow truck and drove it into oncoming traffic.
Surveillance video released by police shows a man talking with the bus driver and then appearing to punch them on Feb. 21.
Police said someone called in a bomb threat to Willingboro High School on Tuesday.
An 18-year-old man was charged in a hit-and-run that left a bicyclist in Deptford dead Monday night.
A video from Saturday morning shows masked individuals breaking the window of Saifo Auto Group before stealing three high-end used cars.
Police are investigating what they believe to be human remains, including a skull, found in a wooded area in Wilmington this weekend.
TSA officer and union representative LaShanda Palmer says several members are missing car payments and struggling to care for their families.
Two people were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in Wilmington Tuesday afternoon, police said.
A 17-year-old is in custody and another person is wanted by police in connection with an armed robbery outside the Christiana Mall in Newark, Delaware.
Three people died in a car crash involving a drunk driver early Saturday morning in Wilmington, Delaware, police say.
The welcome blast of warm weather is a nice treat for the Philadelphia region, but it's also bringing a big increase in pollen, which will trigger symptoms in people who have spring allergies.
About 35% of adults in a recent study reported getting less sleep than they needed, a habit that can have serious health impacts.
The Philadelphia Phillies play regular-season baseball next week. Before then: a race around Citizens Bank Park.
A popular national brand has joined a Philadelphia kidney patient and advocate to raise awareness and save lives.
Earl Jones is thriving after receiving a heart transplant at Temple University Hospital decades ago.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The AI-powered cameras on SEPTA trolleys started rolling last month. Starting April 1, you can get a $51 ticket for violations.
After a long winter, many speed cushions in Philadelphia are in dire need of repair, and some have even damaged car tires.
Starting Sunday, bus service will replace trains between Bridgeport Station and Norristown Transit Center until May 9.
SEPTA will roll out a special addition to select bus stops this spring: real-time digital displays showing you when your bus will arrive.
One week after the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, the Benjamin Franklin Bridge will close to car traffic to commemorate its 100th anniversary.
Along the Schuylkill in Philadelphia, Boathouse Row holds the history of American rowing but continues to evolve.
Alex Ovechkin scored twice and hit the 30-goal mark for the 20th time in his NHL career, and the Washington Capitals beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-4.
Andrew Painter dominated in his major league debut as the Phillies beat the Nationals 3-2.
Tiger Woods announced Tuesday that he's "stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment" after pleading not guilty to charges including driving under the influence.
Phillies prized prospect Andrew Painter is set to make his MLB debut Tuesday night against the Washington Nationals.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
Chuck Norris' family said his death at 86 was sudden, but did not share any details on the cause.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Iron Hill Brewery is reopening 5 locations that were shut down as the chain dealt with financial issues.
Boathouse Row is a National Historic Landmark and still hosts major rowing regattas. Many of the boathouses date back to the 1800s, and they're still in use today, Madeleine Wright reports.
President Trump is expected to deliver a primetime address that will include an "important update" on the war with Iran.
The fourth and final phase of tickets for the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in Philadelphia will begin at 11 a.m. Wednesday.
Bill Kelly says the Philadelphia region could get hit with thunderstorms Wednesday night. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.