Phila. Judge Overturns Death Sentence In Controversial 1984 Murder Case
Convicted Philadelphia murderer Terrance Williams is no longer on Death Row.
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Convicted Philadelphia murderer Terrance Williams is no longer on Death Row.
Just five days before the scheduled execution, a Philadelphia judge will rule this morning on a defense stay of execution for convicted killer Terrance Williams.
After hearing closing arguments on Tuesday, Judge Teresa Sarmina says on Friday morning she will make her final ruling on whether to rule a stay of execution for Terrance Williams, a man sentenced to death in the 1986 murder of 56-year-old Amos Norwood of Mt. Airy.
The defense is fighting for a stay of execution based on allegations that the conviction was tainted by lies and misconduct.
An admitted murderer will be back on the witness stand Monday as the key witness while the defense fights for a stay of execution for death row inmate Terrance Williams.
The execution of a Philadelphia man could be stopped.
A board today failed to approve clemency for Terrance Williams, who, in less than three weeks, is scheduled to become the first person executed in Pennsylvania in 13 years.
A person died Friday evening following a hit-and-run in Juniata Park, police said.
The 76ers became just the second visiting team to win at Madison Square Garden this season, beating the Knicks 116-107 on Friday night.
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.
A person died Friday evening following a hit-and-run in Juniata Park, police said.
The 76ers became just the second visiting team to win at Madison Square Garden this season, beating the Knicks 116-107 on Friday night.
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.
A person died Friday evening following a hit-and-run in Juniata Park, police said.
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.
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 76ers became just the second visiting team to win at Madison Square Garden this season, beating the Knicks 116-107 on Friday night.
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.
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.