Lawyer: Aaron Hernandez's Brain Showed Severe Signs Of CTE
In a news conference at his offices, attorney Jose Baez says testing showed that Hernandez had a severe case of the disease.
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In a news conference at his offices, attorney Jose Baez says testing showed that Hernandez had a severe case of the disease.
Aaron Hernandez committed suicide, ending his life sentence for murder and his own life, which could have turned out so much better.
Chris discussed yesterday's special election in Georgia, Elizabeth Warren's and Alec Baldwin's appearance on late night television and the final moments of the Facebook killer. At 7:00, he spoke with the Politichicks about the rise of women in conservative politics and Dr Scott Stephenson from the Museum of the America Revolution at 8:00, which opens today.
An official with the Massachusetts Department of Corrections says Hernandez was found hanged in his cell just after 3 a.m. Wednesday.
The 5th Amendment, that right to remain silent we hear so much about, doesn't always give you the right to clam up.
Chris discusses mismanagement at the Philadelphia VA office, Hillary Clinton not leaving a tip at Chipotle, and Mayor Nutter's property tax raise proposal. He talks with Juan Pablo Di Pace, star of "A.D. The Bible Continues" and Rich Ashburn, son of the Phillies legend Richie Ashburn about Home Runs for Heart.
Ex-NFL player Aaron Hernandez was found guilty of 1st-degree murder on Wednesday morning.
It's New Year's resolution time. Here's what prominent sports figures are (or should be) saying.
The 2013 season might be the best performance of Bill Belichick's coaching career.
The Patriots knew the kind of person they were getting when they drafted Aaron Hernandez.
A legal doctrine known as the 'marital privilege' says that legally married spouses cannot be forced to testify against one another.
The New England Patriots are letting fans trade in their No. 81 jerseys for a different one on Saturday and Sunday.
Chris talks to Phillies Manager Charlie Manuel about their series in Los Angeles against the Dodgers, Matt Brouillette from the Commonwealth Foundation about the Pennsylvania legislature's failure to pass alcohol privatization, and Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna on the Monday Morning Matchup about the immigration bill currently being debated in Washington. He also discusses the NFL's decision not to promote the Affordable Care Act and the raise in SEPTA fares.
Chris continues his shore of the Jersey shore from Wildwood this morning. He discusses the Senate's passage of an immigration reform bill, the testimony from the star witness in the trial against George Zimmerman, and the indictment filed against the surviving Boston Marathon bomber. He talks to the Mayor of Wildwood, Ernie Troiano, Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday, CBS 3's Beasley Reece, and the voice of Roger Rabbit, Charlie Fleischer.
People mimic Aaron Hernandez on social media and call it 'Hernandezing.'
Chris assesses yesterday's rulings by the Supreme Court on gay marriage, the murder charges against former New England Patriots player Aaron Hernandez, and an ad opposing privatization of Pennsylvania's state owned liquor stores produced by the United Food and Commercial Workers Union. He also talks to Lyle Denniston from the National Constitution Center, John Hayward from Human Events, New Jersey Senate Candidate Steve Lonegan, and Comedian Chris Hardwick.
Authorities continue to investigate the killing of a semi-pro football player whose body was found a mile from Aaron Hernandez.
A law enforecement source says Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez will be charged in connection with the shooting death of a 27-year-old Dorchester man.
Tight ends came into their own in 2011. Will more records be broken in 2012? Check out your top 10 fantasy football options.
One of the great things about mock drafts for fantasy football is the absolute shock of some of the picks people make.
West Chester University junior Jordan Coleman won the national title on the uneven bars, and the squad placed 4th in the team competition.
Camay DeSilva's loved ones gathered at a Wilmington park to remember her and release balloons in her honor.
Santiago Espinal had three RBIs, reliever Fernando Cruz pitched out a jam in the seventh inning and the Cincinnati Reds held on for a 7-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
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A 22-year-old died and two others were injured after a shooting in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood Wednesday evening, police said.
The fatal crash in Boothwyn shut down Route 322 from Chelsea Parkway to Creek Parkway for several hours on Wednesday afternoon.
Camay DeSilva's loved ones gathered at a Wilmington park to remember her and release balloons in her honor.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is at the scene of a 400-acre wildfire in Wharton State Forest in Shamong and Waterford townships.
West Chester University junior Jordan Coleman won the national title on the uneven bars, and the squad placed 4th in the team competition.
Santiago Espinal had three RBIs, reliever Fernando Cruz pitched out a jam in the seventh inning and the Cincinnati Reds held on for a 7-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
West Chester University junior Jordan Coleman won the national title on the uneven bars, and the squad placed 4th in the team competition.
A 22-year-old died and two others were injured after a shooting in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood Wednesday evening, police said.
For the fourth straight year, Jason Kelce will celebrity bartend at the Ocean Drive in Sea Isle City, New Jersey, to raise money for the Eagles Autism Foundation.
A 55-year-old man was fatally struck by a vehicle in Philadelphia's University City early Wednesday morning, police said.
A program at Drexel University is helping people with autism find full-time work. The goal is a seamless transition from high school to the workforce.
For the fourth straight year, Jason Kelce will celebrity bartend at the Ocean Drive in Sea Isle City, New Jersey, to raise money for the Eagles Autism Foundation.
A "Free Palestine" walkout at Eastern Regional High School in Voorhees is now off, but some students said they'll move forward with it anyway and accept the consequences.
A New Jersey woman has received a first-of-its-kind transplant using a modified pig kidney along with a heart pump.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is at the scene of a 400-acre wildfire in Wharton State Forest in Shamong and Waterford townships.
Wednesday morning's weather in the Philadelphia area starts off with some chances of rain but then likely clears up in the afternoon.
Camay DeSilva's loved ones gathered at a Wilmington park to remember her and release balloons in her honor.
Wednesday morning's weather in the Philadelphia area starts off with some chances of rain but then likely clears up in the afternoon.
More cases of measles have been reported so far this year, in less than four months, than in all of 2022. As of April 18, 125 cases were reported in 17 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
It might be spring, but it'll feel like winter Tuesday morning when parts of the Philadelphia region dip below freezing overnight. By the afternoon, temps climb to near 70s with abundant sunshine.
The FBI says romance scammers are getting more sophisticated and sinister than ever before, and the popularity of dating apps has given the criminals an easy in.
A New Jersey woman has received a first-of-its-kind transplant using a modified pig kidney along with a heart pump.
Federal officials say they're double checking whether pasteurization has eradicated the danger from possible bird virus particles in milk.
Tick bites can cause a range of illnesses — and as the weather warms up, ticks can be particularly prevalent. Delaware County leaders are working to keep residents aware of the dangers ticks bring.
Pennsylvania has the second highest number of infant botulism cases in the country, many concentrated in Montgomery County.
More cases of measles have been reported so far this year, in less than four months, than in all of 2022. As of April 18, 125 cases were reported in 17 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Aramark employees at the Wells Fargo Center say they plan to strike again during the April 25 Sixers game after Philadelphia City Council passed a resolution supporting the workers.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Wawa is officially in central Pennsylvania.
Cove Pocono Resorts' two other properties, Cove Haven Resort and Paradise Stream Resort, will remain open despite the closure of the Pocono Palace.
Nine life-sized sculptures made by world-renowned artist Seward Johnson are on loan to Philadelphia's Frankford Avenue in Mayfair until mid-September.
The fatal crash in Boothwyn shut down Route 322 from Chelsea Parkway to Creek Parkway for several hours on Wednesday afternoon.
"Intercity bus carriers" will be relocating from the Spring Garden Street area of the city as soon as Labor Day, Philadelphia transportation officials told a Northern Liberties neighborhood group.
Three construction workers died on I-83 in York County, Pennsylvania after a truck struck their vehicle in an active work zone, Pennsylvania State Police said.
One person died in a car accident in Pennsauken, Camden County, Tuesday afternoon, Pennsauken police said.
All lanes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike near Quakertown have reopened after a dump truck overturned Monday morning, according to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.
West Chester University junior Jordan Coleman won the national title on the uneven bars, and the squad placed 4th in the team competition.
Santiago Espinal had three RBIs, reliever Fernando Cruz pitched out a jam in the seventh inning and the Cincinnati Reds held on for a 7-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies.
For the fourth straight year, Jason Kelce will celebrity bartend at the Ocean Drive in Sea Isle City, New Jersey, to raise money for the Eagles Autism Foundation.
The Philadelphia Eagles came away from the 2023 NFL draft with seven players and saw immediate returns on their investments, with Jalen Carter having the biggest impact.
This year's NFL draft will likely be another busy one for the Philadelphia Eagles, who have eight picks in this year's draft. Here's a list of all the Eagles' draft picks in 2024.
Play on Philly provides students with ambitious, high-quality music education at almost no cost.
The Iron Menace coaster at Dorney Park takes you 15 stories into the sky before a 95-degree drop tops out at speeds of 64 mph. We got a sneak peek and rode the brand new ride.
Construction is halfway complete on the Lansdowne Theater, the focus of an $18 million restoration project. Once the building reopens, it will serve as a concert hall.
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Foreigner, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Matthews Band and Peter Frampton have been named to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
A Pennsylvania school district has canceled an upcoming appearance by actor and children's book author Maulik Pancholy.
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While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
Students in Philadelphia's Law Pathway program are learning more about a possible legal career with help from Penn's law school and the Troutman Pepper law firm.
Mercy Career and Technical High School senior Taylor Houseman was one of two students selected to give a SEPTA bus a brand new look.
Fire danger was high on Wednesday in New Jersey. Conditions like dry ground and shifting winds can contribute to fire danger.
The Philadelphia region can expect partly sunny and cooler conditions Thursday with a high of 59 degrees. The weekend looks warmer, and mid-80s are possible early next week. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Multiple people died after a crash on U.S. Route 322 Conchester Highway in Boothwyn, Delaware County, during a police pursuit on Wednesday, Pennsylvania State Police said.
The West Chester University gymnastics team recently finished fourth in the team national gymnastics team competition. Junior Jordan Coleman won the national title for the uneven bars.
Family and friends gathered in Wilmington, Delaware, Wednesday to remember and honor Camay DeSilva, who was shot and killed on the campus of Delaware State University in Dover.