Killing Of Filipino Government Attorney In Philadelphia Was Case Of Mistaken Identity, Police Say
Laylo was in an Uber early Saturday with his mother, on the way to Philadelphia International and headed to Chicago.
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Laylo was in an Uber early Saturday with his mother, on the way to Philadelphia International and headed to Chicago.
The shooting happened just after 11 p.m. along the 1400 block of North 52nd Street.
According to police, the gunman told the victim, "don't do it, old head."
Police say it appears the shooter was in a blue car, possibly a Chevy.
No arrests have been made and no weapons were recovered. There is no word on what led up to the shooting.
Emergency departments are dealing with a record number of gun injuries, and doctors say even if you're not directly impacted gun violence takes a toll on the community.
Curbing gun violence is what U.S. Congressmember Donald Norcross says he's been fighting for in Washington.
President Joe Biden delivered an impassioned plea to Congress to act on gun control Thursday night in an address to the nation.
Ukee headed to First Decisions Barbershop in West Philadelphia, where he spoke with activists, pastors, and more as they came in for a cut but got so much more.
One person is dead, and two others were injured after dozens of bullets were fired in West Philadelphia, one of those victims is an innocent woman.
Since Friday, there have been 14 homicides and at least 16 shootings in the city.
Philadelphia police are investigating eight separate shootings from Saturday to Sunday that have killed six people, including a 9-year-old child, and injured seven others.
Earlier this week, Democrats in the Republican-led Pennsylvania House failed to pass a package of bills geared at gun control.
A mother who understands the pain of losing their child to gun violence is speaking out after the tragic school shooting in Texas.
Philadelphia police hope surveillance video will help them solve a murder in Kensington.
Two men were shot during a robbery inside a store in South Philadelphia's Italian Market late on Tuesday night.
A 15-year-old is in critical condition and two others were injured in a triple shooting outside a North Philadelphia high school.
The shooting happened at 57th and Vine Streets around 9:30 p.m.
A man and woman are in critical condition after a double shooting in Philadelphia's Tioga neighborhood, police say.
Hundreds gathered for a day of serenity to honor families dealing with the aftermath of gun violence.
CBS3 was at the scene on the 2000 block of West Estaugh Street where police say a 34-year-old man was shot multiple times including in the head and neck.
Extra pairs of eyes on the streets of West Philadelphia.
The shooting happened around 12 p.m. on Allegheny Avenue near G Street.
Police say Antonio Jardine was working that night for the Philadelphia Anti-Drug Anti Violence Network.
Officers also say moments before the shooting, two of the men were arguing over a woman.
A man from New Jersey died after a crash on the Atlantic City Expressway in Hamilton Township Saturday night, police say.
Police in Philadelphia are investigating two fatal crashes that happened Saturday in the city.
Sunday is a nice summer day in Philadelphia, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking storms on Monday.
Kyle Schwarber homered three times and Bryce Harper hit for the cycle as the Phillies routed the Mets 15-3 in Philadelphia.
Several fire companies from surrounding area of Barnegat Township responded to a fast moving fire at Sun Retreat RV Park on Saturday morning
A man from New Jersey died after a crash on the Atlantic City Expressway in Hamilton Township Saturday night, police say.
Police in Philadelphia are investigating two fatal crashes that happened Saturday in the city.
Sunday is a nice summer day in Philadelphia, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking storms on Monday.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Kyle Schwarber homered three times and Bryce Harper hit for the cycle as the Phillies routed the Mets 15-3 in Philadelphia.
Police in Philadelphia are investigating two fatal crashes that happened Saturday in the city.
A rideshare driver waiting to pick up a passenger was shot in an attempted robbery Saturday in Philadelphia's Fairmount neighborhood.
Dozens gathered in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood to not only celebrate Juneteenth but also its history.
Ahead of Haiti's first Men's World Cup match in five decades, fans in Philadelphia say Friday is a moment to show their pride.
The third Philadelphia police officer injured in a shooting in the Wynnefield section of the city this week was released from the hospital.
A man from New Jersey died after a crash on the Atlantic City Expressway in Hamilton Township Saturday night, police say.
After 99 years of educating students in Camden, Holy Name School has officially closed its doors.
This year, the Barefoot Country Music Fest in Wildwood is also celebrating America's 250th birthday.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
Sgt. Christian Ivanov was shot while serving a search warrant in Atlantic City earlier this month.
Every year, the August Quarterly Festival Choir lifts so many spirits at the oldest Black religious gathering in the country.
With the MLB All-Star Week coming to Philly next month, two HBCU standouts will have a chance to showcase their talents on a national stage.
This year's August Quarterly Festival comes on the heels of a devastating fire at Mother African Union Church in Wilmington.
New surveillance video shows the arrest of the ChristianaCare employee accused of shooting two coworkers inside Wilmington Hospital Tuesday.
Staff members at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware remain shaken up one day after an employee shot two coworkers, killing one.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
Josie Selke was diagnosed with a rare pediatric leukemia at just 5 months old. But thanks to a grant from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, today she's in remission.
Alex Scott's wish was that her lemonade stands could help raise money to find cancer treatments and cures, and that's what's happening.
Cooper's LGBTQ+ clinic in Collingswood, New Jersey, is empowering the community to get the best inclusive healthcare possible.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
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.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
Kyle Schwarber homered three times and Bryce Harper hit for the cycle as the Phillies routed the Mets 15-3 in Philadelphia.
Vinícius Júnior showed why he's the most valuable player for five-time World Cup champion Brazil.
In front of a roaring Seattle crowd, the U.S. men's soccer team on Friday defeated Australia in its second World Cup match, clinching a spot in the Round of 32 in the process.
Ahead of Haiti's first Men's World Cup match in five decades, fans in Philadelphia say Friday is a moment to show their pride.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
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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.
Music, Black-owned small businesses and history got to be in the spotlight Saturday at the Juneteenth Festival on Germantown Avenue.
Philadelphia police are investigating two fatal crashes that happened on Saturday in the city. An e-bike rider and a pedestrian were struck and killed in separate incidents, according to police. Drivers in both cases remained at the scenes.
An investigation is underway after a fire destroyed five RVs at a park near the Jersey Shore over the weekend, fire officials say.
A driver for Uber is expected to be OK after she was shot in the Brewerytown section of Philadelphia early Saturday morning, not far from the FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill, police said. Reporter Ray Strickland has the story.
A new mural in Philadelphia honors legendary CBS News journalist Ed Bradley. Another mural honoring the Philadelphia native was blocked by new construction.