Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner reacts to Republican scrutiny over ICE policies
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner defended his office in the face of scrutiny from Rep. Jim Jordan.
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Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner defended his office in the face of scrutiny from Rep. Jim Jordan.
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner on Wednesday responded to scrutiny from Congressional Republicans about the city's ICE legislation. Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan sent Krasner a letter accusing his office of giving preferential treatment to undocumented immigrants.
House Republicans have issued a subpoena to Lesley Wolf, the assistant U.S. attorney in Delaware.
"The people's House is back in business," newly elected Speaker Mike Johnson told colleagues before being sworn in.
Rep. Mike Johnson is the fourth speaker nominee since McCarthy's removal and the second in a single day. He said that his intention is to go the House floor Wednesday for a noon speaker vote.
The House Republican Conference voted that Jordan should drop his bid in a closed-door meeting following an earlier vote on the House floor.
"I'm still running for speaker and I plan to go to the floor and get the votes and win this race," Rep. Jim Jordan said Thursday.
Tempers flared during a private discussion about who should be the next Speaker of the House.
Representatives from the Delaware Valley react to Rep. Jim Jordan's failed second attempt to gain the U.S. House speakership.
All total, 22 Republicans voted against Rep. Jim Jordan on the second ballot.
Jordan received 199 votes today -- one less than he did during his first attempt on Tuesday.
Rep. Jim Jordan, Republican of Ohio, is the Republican nominee for speaker of the House.
Rep. Jim Jordan lost 20 Republicans to win just 200 votes, falling shy of the 217 needed to become speaker of the House.
He lost 20 Republicans and won just 200 votes.
Rep. Jim Jordan spent the weekend making calls and taking meetings in a bid to secure 217 votes to be the next House speaker.
In less than a week the FIFA Fan Festival will open in Fairmount Park, but some residents say road closures are causing more traffic in their neighborhood.
Jacob Gonzalez hit his first major league home run, Colson Montgomery also went deep and the Chicago White Sox defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
Hundereds descend to Media for one of the region's largest Pride celebrations, the 4th annual Delco Pride Parade.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
The 90s will likely remain through Sunday and slightly higher humidity across the Philadelphia region this weekend.
The 90s will likely remain through Sunday and slightly higher humidity across the Philadelphia region this weekend.
In less than a week the FIFA Fan Festival will open in Fairmount Park, but some residents say road closures are causing more traffic in their neighborhood.
This year's Pride celebration is moving to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway from Old City and the Gayborhood to accommodate larger crowds and will be a ticketed event.
Jacob Gonzalez hit his first major league home run, Colson Montgomery also went deep and the Chicago White Sox defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
Hundereds descend to Media for one of the region's largest Pride celebrations, the 4th annual Delco Pride Parade.
In less than a week the FIFA Fan Festival will open in Fairmount Park, but some residents say road closures are causing more traffic in their neighborhood.
Hundereds descend to Media for one of the region's largest Pride celebrations, the 4th annual Delco Pride Parade.
A newly installed protected bike lane on Third Street is generating both praise and criticism from residents, cyclists and drivers in Society Hill and Old City.
Pride celebrations in Philadelphia are underway as the city gears up for the Sunday's 2026 Pride March and Festival.
Despite receiving $48 million without the ride-hailing tax being passed, the School District of Philadelphia is still cutting over 300 positions.
Four former employees of the now-shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier are working to preserve the nostalgia that once lined the Ocean City boardwalk.
From newsroom to taproom, the new lager is launching just in time for America's 250th anniversary.
The NTSB released a preliminary report Thursday on the school bus crash in Gibbstown that left a child dead in May.
A 25-year-old man has been arrested after he doused his workplace in gasoline in a series of arsons in South Jersey Thursday, officials said.
After a controversial paid parking ordinance was recently repealed and rescinded, Diamond Beach residents are taking a stand again.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
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.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
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.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
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.
Jacob Gonzalez hit his first major league home run, Colson Montgomery also went deep and the Chicago White Sox defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.
Brandon Marsh hit his first homer off a left-handed starter in nearly four years as the Phillies defeated the White Sox Friday night.
Adolis García hit his first home run in nearly a month as the Phillies beat the Padres 6-4 Thursday to complete a season sweep.
Cristopher Sánchez's historic scoreless streak ended, but J.T. Realmuto and Kyle Schwarber homered as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Padres, 3-2, at Citizens Bank Park.
Cristopher Sánchez's historic scoreless innings streak ended Wednesday night vs. the San Diego Padres in the top of the seventh inning.
"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.
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.
Saturday evening, gusty scattered storms will develop, and a few of the storms may turn briefly severe with damaging winds and large hail as the main threats. Andrew Kozak reports.
Community members lined the streets of Media on Saturday for the fourth annual Delco Pride Parade, celebrating visibility, community and support for LGBTQ+ residents across Delaware County. Eva Andersen reports.
It might be hot, but Delco Pride organizers say "it's hot to go to Media" for Saturday's Delaware County Pride Parade down State Street. Chilekasi Adele catches up with Kyle McIntyre and Kayla Cocci.
After initially telling fans they could not bring water bottles to World Cup games, FIFA now says sealed disposable bottles made of soft plastic will be allowed if they are 20 ounces or less.
Saturday brings a trifecta of hot temperatures, poor air quality and a slight risk of severe evening storms to the Philadelphia region. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza is keeping an eye on storm chances tonight.