Pennsylvania State Police Probe Report That Trooper Posted Racial Joke On Facebook
State police officials say they are investigating reports that a northeastern Pennsylvania trooper made a racial joke earlier this year on Facebook.
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State police officials say they are investigating reports that a northeastern Pennsylvania trooper made a racial joke earlier this year on Facebook.
25-year-old Patrick Wanninkhof was leading a group of bicyclists with the nonprofit Bike & Build on a cross-country trip when he was struck and killed by driver who was looking at her phone, according to police.
A former teacher charged Friday with having sex with a 13-year-old student left a note in her sixth-grade classroom that said, in part, "I need help — a lot of help," according to police.
Pennsylvania State Police have issued an Amber alert for a 16-year-old girl who police say was abducted from her home in Wilkes Barre around 11 p.m. Thursday night.
The first case of West Nile Virus in Pennsylvania for 2015 has been detected.
The University says as soon as they found out, they tested the staff member's work space as well as other campus buildings.
The 11th annual 40th Street Summer Series allows guests to enjoy variety of great, live music and entertainment while never having to reach into their wallets.
Prosecutors allege that 25-year-old Thomas Coffee of Willow Grove participated in four armed robberies, including one in which he returned to his old West Oak Lane neighborhood, gunning down a man who had responded to a Craigslist ad for an All Terrain Vehicle.
Lt. John Stanford says they were quite a busy pair of burglars, until they were caught in the act by patrol officers attempting to force open a door to a saloon just before dawn last Thursday.
A Chester County nurse is facing charges for allegedly stealing drugs from the nursing home where she worked.
Philadelphia police officials say this happened around 2:30 this morning near Welsh Road and Grant Avenue when the man somehow became trapped under a CSX freight train.
A group of parishioners from a church in Ridgewood, Bergen County will be sleeping on the ground inside buildings that contain insect and bird exhibits.
A water main break on the Roosevelt Boulevard caused intermittent lane closures Tuesday morning.
Victims of some of Pennsylvania's most violent, sexual predators are getting better information about what's happening with their attackers. It's the result of a new partnership between victims' advocates and state police.
Eric Martin and Portia Martin own Centra-Spike Incorporated in Fort Washington. According to investigators, they stole the identities of at least 8 people and used that information to apply for loans.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
A man and his baby are safe after a tree fell onto their home in Washington Township, police said.
More than $22 million in "Money Match" checks were mailed to nearly 100,000 Pennsylvanians, the treasury said.
The Justice Department has disclosed thousands of files and photos related to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, following years of pressure from lawmakers and abuse survivors.
The Wissahickon School District is taking steps to fire Lower Gwynedd Elementary School Principal Philip Leddy.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
The Wissahickon School District is taking steps to fire Lower Gwynedd Elementary School Principal Philip Leddy.
Two people are being taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after a tree fell on top of their car in Roxborough.
Philadelphia police are warning about several Facebook Marketplace robberies and offering tips to protect yourself.
Police are seeking more information to find the killer of Anastasiya Stangret, whose decomposed body was found in June 2024.
A man and his baby are safe after a tree fell onto their home in Washington Township, police said.
Mayor Marty Small, who was accused of physically and emotionally abusing his teenage daughter, was found not guilty Thursday.
Sherrill and Lt. Gov.-elect Dale Caldwell said their inauguration will take place in New Jersey's largest city.
Three kids were hospitalized Wednesday after falling into a frozen lake in Mount Holly, New Jersey, police said.
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small is accused of beating his daughter with a broom and knocking her unconscious last year.
Several inches of snow fell across the Philadelphia region Sunday as a winter storm moved through the Delaware Valley.
The snow has moved out of the Delaware Valley Sunday after dropping inches of snow in communities around the region.
From packing your car to driving safety, here's a few tips to help you stay safe once the snow starts falling.
South Jerseyans are preparing for what could be a significant winter blast of snow this weekend.
The 68 Ventures Bowl announced that Delaware football will take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in Mobile, Alabama, on Dec. 17, 2025.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
A Pennsylvania man visited Penn to thank the surgeon who saved his life during a stroke.
There are encouraging early signs the angel advocate approach is helping people find organ donors.
Children with critical illnesses and their families can visit the Wishing Place in Bala Cynwyd to start their wish journeys.
An early Christmas present came to some people from Tanzania visiting South Jersey for life-altering interventions.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
SEPTA offered a glimpse inside the Center City trolley tunnel as crews work to fix problems that have shut down service for weeks.
NJDOT is raising awareness about speeding, drunk driving and distracted driving while using humor and some holiday puns.
Residents say the icy conditions on side streets in Manayunk and Roxborough need more attention from the city.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in effect in Philadelphia Monday and Tuesday for Officer Andy Chan's funeral.
The Phillies traded Matt Strahm to the Kansas City Royals a day after signing Brad Keller to a two-year, $22 million contract.
Tage Thompson and Noah Ostlund scored 2:36 apart in the closing minutes of the second period, and the Sabres won their fourth in a row with a 5-3 victory over the Flyers.
Right tackle Lane Johnson and defensive tackle Jalen Carter were both ruled out for Week 16's game vs. the Washington Commanders.
Delaware wrapped up its first season in the FBS with a 20-13 win over the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in the 68 Ventures Bowl.
Penn State wideout Trebor Peña is one of about 22 Nittany Lions who are out of eligibility, while two players already have said they're entering the NCAA's transfer portal.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
The Oscars ceremony is moving to YouTube starting in 2029, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced on Wednesday.
Sylvester Stallone reflects on his iconic roles as Rocky Balboa and John Rambo, his rough upbringing, and the legacy he hopes to leave in a touching "CBS Mornings" interview.
Nick Reiner, a son of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, has been arrested on murder charges following their deaths, police said.
Rob Reiner was the son of a comedy giant who became one himself with movies such as "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally…" and "This is Spinal Tap."
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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.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard of hearing students perform at annual holiday show in Overbrook. Stephanie Stahl reports.
The Wissahickon School District is taking steps to fire an elementary school principal who admitted to making antisemitic remarks on Friday morning.
Two people are being taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after a tree fell on top of their SUV in Philadelphia's Roxborough neighborhood, according to fire dispatch. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Ross DiMattei has the latest.
CBS Philadelphia's Krystle Rich spoke with fans who were shopping and hoping to unwrap a big win against the Washington Commanders.
The Philadelphia Police Department is out with a warning if you use social media shopping sites. Several people who did got hurt in the process. CBS Philadelphia's Joe Holden reports.
