Missouri executes Marcellus Williams despite questions about evidence
Marcellus Williams was convicted in the 1998 stabbing death of Felicia Gayle in Missouri, but DNA testing raised questions.
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Marcellus Williams was convicted in the 1998 stabbing death of Felicia Gayle in Missouri, but DNA testing raised questions.
The Anti-Defamation League Philadelphia will join elected officials in Harrisburg to introduce a bill at revising hate crime laws in Pennsylvania.
Terrance Williams, convicted in 1986 of the robbery and bludgeoning murder of a man he later set on fire, would have been the first person executed in Philadelphia since Gary Heidinick, in 1999.
A Delaware judge has set a Dec. 4 execution date for a man convicted of raping and killing a University of Delaware student.
Flor is one of the 184 Pennsylvania inmates on death row. Governor Corbett has now signed 40 death warrants during his administration.
Gov. Tom Corbett has signed a death warrant ordering a western Pennsylvania man be executed for the rape and murder of a 2-year-old girl in 1988.
A Chester County man has been charged in the "execution" murder of his long-time girlfriend.
Chris celebrates the return of the NFL referees, ending the lockout. He details the raises give to non-union city employees by Mayor Nutter and explains the biased national polls that claim Mitt Romney is losing to President Obama. He also discusses the Inquirer suing the state of Pennsylvania to be able to see the first execution in 13 years and talks to Jerome Corsi from World Net Daily.
The execution of a Philadelphia man could be stopped.
A Philadelphia judge is expected to hear new evidence today in a hearing that could mean a stay of execution for convicted killer Terry Williams.
A judge may rule Friday on a motion to stay the scheduled Oct. 3 execution of a Philadelphia man who now claims his victims had sexually abused him.
A convicted Delaware killer who waived his right to further appeals and sought to speed his execution has been put to death by lethal injection.
Chris discusses the latest endorsements garnered by Mitt Romney and reviews the details from last night's Bruce Springsteen concert. He talks to Steve Cordasco on Finance Friday about the economic impact of a Supreme Court ruling on the Affordable Care Act and to Beasley Reece about expectations for this year's Phillies team.
Delaware's next execution is just days away, and a debate is now raging about whether the confessed killer should be granted clemency.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Prosecutors have accused Cole Allen of attempting to assassinate the president when he allegedly attacked the White House Correspondents' Dinner on April 25.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens on South Street is blending art, creativity and community in a way few places can match.
Six people were sent to the hospital after a fire in Camden County, New Jersey, early Tuesday morning
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Prosecutors have accused Cole Allen of attempting to assassinate the president when he allegedly attacked the White House Correspondents' Dinner on April 25.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens on South Street is blending art, creativity and community in a way few places can match.
Six people were sent to the hospital after a fire in Camden County, New Jersey, early Tuesday morning
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens on South Street is blending art, creativity and community in a way few places can match.
A woman was struck at Broad Street and Oregon Avenue on Monday night.
The "Philly Love Stories" exhibit opened near the shopping center's main entrance at Market and North 9th streets, across from the FIFA Volunteer Headquarters.
Six people were sent to the hospital after a fire in Camden County, New Jersey, early Tuesday morning
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka is calling for the immediate closure of Delaney Hall, which has been at the center of ongoing protests.
A host of candidates are vying for different seats in New Jersey's primary election on Tuesday. Voters can cast their ballot until 8 p.m.
Monday was largely calm outside Delaney Hall in Newark after chaos unfolded over the weekend, resulting in dozens of arrests.
Crews are looking for a missing teenage swimmer in Wildwood, New Jersey, officials say.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
This weekend's rare blue moon may be visible in the Philadelphia area this Saturday and Sunday.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
Families turned to indoor activities such as shopping, visiting museums and bowling on Monday in the Philadelphia area.
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Penn is the official medical provider for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia, and the city has been preparing for the event for years.
More than 1,000 people turned out for the 12th annual Lung Force Walk at the Philadelphia Zoo.
The FDA approved an inhaled needle-free insulin and a Delaware County teenager was part of the four year clinical trial.
ChristianaCare is preparing to open its first micro-hospital in Delaware County, a $51 million facility in Aston designed to help address the region's healthcare gaps following the collapse of Crozer Health.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
SEPTA launched its first-ever digital real-time arrival display Wednesday at the bus stop at Broad Street and Oregon Avenue.
Cristopher Sánchez has been on a remarkable streak, pitching 44 2/3 consecutive scoreless innings.
Penn is the official medical provider for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Philadelphia, and the city has been preparing for the event for years.
A.J. Brown thanked Eagles fans and the city of Philadelphia in an Instagram post Monday after he was traded to the New England Patriots.
From reading a book during a playoff game to cryptic social media posts, here's a timeline of what led to the Eagles trading A.J. Brown.
The A.J. Brown saga is finally over. The Eagles dealt their star wide receiver to the New England Patriots Monday.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
Philadelphia police continue to investigate a hit-and-run crash that killed an unidentified woman Monday night at the intersection of Broad Street and Oregon Avenue. Our Joe Holden has the latest.
The Philadelphia region will be seasonably warm for early June on Tuesday, but we kick off a possible heat wave on Thursday as temperatures get into the 90s. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the latest forecast.
From a check presentation by Phillies sponsor Asplundh to a charity auction and memorabilia sales benefiting ALS United Mid-Atlantic, there will be plenty happening at Citizens Bank Park before Tuesday night’s game. Janelle Burrell chats with the Phillies’ Michele DeVicaris, Brittani Shields and team ambassador Dickie Noles.
Residents of a Pine Hill, New Jersey, home are grateful they got out safely after the house went up in flames, but are concerned for a grandfather who suffered burns. Brandon Goldner reports.
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens is the sprawling vision of artist Isaiah Zagar, and one of the city's most distinctive cultural spaces.