Brandon Bostian's Lawyers Tell Judge They Are Unable To Obtain Critical NTSB Documents Into Deadly Amtrak Crash
Lawyers for Bostian said there are important details missing from the investigation that night because the NTSB has not released them.
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Lawyers for Bostian said there are important details missing from the investigation that night because the NTSB has not released them.
Amtrak resumed service on modified schedules between Washington, D.C. and New York City, but warned travelers to expect significant residual delays
A judge has reinstated manslaughter charges against an Amtrak engineer involved in the deadly 2015 Philadelphia derailment.
Following another deadly Amtrak train crash, are people feeling uneasy about traveling by train?
A Philadelphia man was aboard Amtrak train 91 at the time of the crash.
In September, reckless endangerment and involuntary manslaughter charges were dismissed against Brandon Bostian, but an appeal was later filed by the state's attorney general.
About a month after a Philadelphia judge dismissed all criminal charges against Bostian for lack of evidence, the state's attorney general filed an appeal.
Amtrak train 501 was making its inaugural run along a faster new route when it left the tracks south of Seattle.
Federal officials confirmed an Amtrak train was hurtling 50 mph over the speed limit when it careened off an overpass south of Seattle, spilling cars onto the highway below and killing at least three people.
Amtrak has said the rails where the deadly Washington crash occurred did not have PTC activated.
Amtrak's safety culture suffered major lapses, federal investigators said.
The National Transportation Safety Board says the engineer involved in a deadly Amtrak crash in Chester last year had marijuana in his system.
Last month, Judge Thomas Gehret dropped criminal charges against Brandon Bostian following a preliminary hearing.
Amtrak unveils the outside look of the new high-speed trains scheduled to operate on the Northeast corridor in 2021.
The 34-year-old train engineer was facing involuntary manslaughter, causing or risking a catastrophe and reckless endangerment charges.
The incident occurred near the Holmesburg Junction Station.
Amtrak says there's been a fatal incident involving two people who were struck while on the train tracks in Washington.
Chris discussed recent testimony from James Comey refuting any interference into investigations, charges being filed against the engineer in the 2015 Amtrak derailment and an ice cream flavor being named after Joe Biden. At 700, he spoke with economist Chris Butler on Finance Friday about the influence of the chaos in Washington on the financial markets and at 8:20, he talked to John Dickerson, the Moderator of Face The Nation on CBS, about whether the investigation into Donald Trump's ties with Russia will consume Washington.
Brandon Bostian was handcuffed and placed under arrest Thursday morning.
Delivery man Jim Leary describes taking some pizzas to passengers stranded on a train.
Chris discusses reports that Donald Trump urged former FBI Director James Comey not to investigate Michael Flynn, Pennsylvania primary results and a man arrested in Arizona for threatening a Congresswoman. He talked with pizza delivery man Jim Leary about taking a pizza to a broken down Amtrak train at 7:35 and Andrew McCarthy from National Review about the reports on Donald Trump and James Comey at 8:20.
Chris discussed a Washington Post report that Donald Trump disclosed classified information to the Russians, an pizza place delivering a pizza to a broken down train and Kellyanne Conway's relationship with Morning Joe. At 7:25, he spoke with Pat Taggart, Director of the documentary, 'The Billboard Boys,' and Jay McCalla from Philadelphia Magazine to preview primary election day at 8:00.
A pizza delivery man in Delaware got an order from an unusual address: a stalled Amtrak train from New York on its way to Washington.
Chris discussed former DNI James Clapper saying our institutions are under threat, Saturday Night Live's parody of Sean Spicer and why working class Americans voted for Donald Trump. At 8:00, he spoke with Mark Greenberg, one of the founders of the World Series of Entrepreneurship.
About 400 passengers were onboard an Amtrak train when it got stuck between Washington and New York.
Inviting sunshine will greet you on Friday in the Philadelphia region, but don't be fooled, it will be bitterly cold.
Four-and-a-half years ago, the then 8-year-old was shot and killed by police outside of a high school football game in Delaware County.
Sidney Crosby scored one of Pittsburgh's three power-play goals and the Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3.
The Phillies signed Venezuelan outfielder Francisco Renteria, the No. 3 overall prospect in MLB Pipeline's international rankings.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Fairmount Park has left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night, Philadelphia police said.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Fairmount Park has left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night, Philadelphia police said.
Multiple players and people named in the college basketball point-shaving indictment are connected to the Philly region.
Inviting sunshine will greet you on Friday in the Philadelphia region, but don't be fooled, it will be bitterly cold.
Four-and-a-half years ago, the then 8-year-old was shot and killed by police outside of a high school football game in Delaware County.
Jahmez Cartwright, a Philadelphia teenager, is missing, but police say his phone last pinged in San Diego.
Four-and-a-half years ago, the then 8-year-old was shot and killed by police outside of a high school football game in Delaware County.
Center City District Restaurant Week returns this weekend with more than 120 locations offering discounted dining deals.
Construction is underway at Ryan's Rise Up Café in Glen Mills with the goal of creating opportunities for people with disabilities.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
Jahmez Cartwright, a Philadelphia teenager, is missing, but police say his phone last pinged in San Diego.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
A four-alarm fire broke out at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
The New Jersey governor highlighted his achievements during his eight years in office in his final State of the State address.
New Jersey is suing a recycling company over a series of fires at scrap metal yards in Camden.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Fairmount Park has left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night, Philadelphia police said.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
Sidney Crosby scored one of Pittsburgh's three power-play goals and the Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-3.
The Phillies signed Venezuelan outfielder Francisco Renteria, the No. 3 overall prospect in MLB Pipeline's international rankings.
The Philadelphia Eagles need a new offensive coordinator after moving on from Kevin Patullo.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
Multiple players and people named in the college basketball point-shaving indictment are connected to the Philly region.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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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.
Tammie Souza says Friday in the Philadelphia region will be bitterly cold as an Arctic blast hits the Delaware Valley. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
The family of Fanta Bility continued to honor the little girl's legacy Thursday in Sharon Hill.
The deadly crash on Lincoln Drive is under investigation.
A South Jersey mom surprised her son with Eagles tickets Sunday, and it turned into a nightmare. When they left the game, her car was gone. She thought it was stolen, but police told her it was courtesy-towed.
Tammie Souza has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a blustery Thursday night.