Judge convicted of shooting her ex-boyfriend as he slept
Sonya McKnight was taken away in handcuffs after the trial judge rejected a defense request that she be released. She faces up to 60 years in prison.
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Sonya McKnight was taken away in handcuffs after the trial judge rejected a defense request that she be released. She faces up to 60 years in prison.
Judge Timika Lane, a Commonwealth judge is sharing her inspiring journey to one of the highest courts in Pennsylvania ahead of International Day of Women Judges on Sunday.
Trump $354 million fraud verdict includes New York business ban for 3 years.
Superior Court Judge Gary N. Wilcox allegedly shared about 40 videos using a fake name.
He was originally sentenced to death in 1982 after a jury found him guilty of murdering Philadelphia Police Officer Daniel Faulkner.
Ross DiMattei reports.
An Ohio judge had enough of being repeatedly interrupted by a chatty defendant and had the man's mouth taped shut during a sentencing hearing.
Voters recalled a California judge over a sexual assault sentence that garnered national attention.
Rich discussed Donald Trump's comments regarding Judge Gonzalo Curiel, Wizard World Comic Con and Newt Gingrich's shares his thoughts on Trump's latest comments. He also discussed Hillary Clinton taking questions from the press, her latest coughing fit and a fan throwing a bottle at Ryan Howard.
A judge on Thursday dismissed domestic violence charges against Ray Rice, who was captured by a surveillance camera knocking his then-fiancee unconscious in a hotel elevator last year.
A trial will be needed to resolve a dispute between former Vice President Al Gore and Al Jazeera America over tens of millions of dollars held in escrow as part of the news network's $500 million acquisition of Current TV, a Delaware judge ruled Tuesday.
Joseph Waters Jr. has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for using his position to help influence two cases being handled by other judges.
Atlantic County Superior Court Judge Nelson Johnson, knowing his position bars him from making money off his books, is donating profits from "Battleground New Jersey" to a pair of institutions.
A judge is delaying a trial on the legality of the NCAA's consent decree that punished Penn State for its handling of sex abuse complaints about former assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky.
The defendants were acquitted of ticket fixing conspiracy, but convicted of lying to authorities about their actions.
A federal judge ruled Friday that New Jersey cannot partially lift a prohibition on sports betting in an effort boost the state's struggling horse racing and casino industries.
A New Jersey state judge who admitted presiding over cases where she had a conflict of interest has been suspended for one month without pay.
A U.S. trial judge has upheld a decision to grant house arrest to a Philadelphia police officer charged with robbing drug suspects.
A retired Philadelphia county judge faces corruption charges for allegedly using his judicial office to run his private property-management company.
The defendant acknowledges her arrest was the best thing that could have happened to her.
In the decision, believed to be the first of its kind, the father was also told he didn't have a right to know when the baby was born or sign the birth certificate.
New Jersey lawmakers investigating a political payback scandal ensnaring Gov. Chris Christie's administration may need to get a judge to force two key figures to turn over subpoenaed documents.
A state judge has struck down the law requiring Pennsylvania's voters to show photo identification at the polls.
A judge has ruled against a group that is seeking to block the move of a popular train station in Princeton.
A Pennsylvania judge is stopping a suburban Philadelphia court clerk from issuing marriage licenses to same-sex couples, saying it was a clear violation of his legal authority.
Police are investigating a set of skeletal remains found near a creek in Northeast Philadelphia Friday afternoon.
Cancer survivor Victor Aponte wants to give back to his community after they were there for him in his greatest time of need.
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital will reopen Saturday, days after a power outage forced evacuations and a temporary closure.
We teamed up with Money Management International to connect you with trained financial counselors about getting debt under control.
Sitting at the southernmost end of New Jersey, visitors are drawn to Cape May's character, its charm and beautiful beaches.
Police are investigating a set of skeletal remains found near a creek in Northeast Philadelphia Friday afternoon.
Cancer survivor Victor Aponte wants to give back to his community after they were there for him in his greatest time of need.
Tulsi Gabbard is resigning as the director of national intelligence after her husband was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital will reopen Saturday, days after a power outage forced evacuations and a temporary closure.
Police are investigating a set of skeletal remains found near a creek in Northeast Philadelphia Friday afternoon.
Cancer survivor Victor Aponte wants to give back to his community after they were there for him in his greatest time of need.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital will reopen Saturday, days after a power outage forced evacuations and a temporary closure.
Police say a body was found inside a suitcase in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood on Friday morning.
A fast-moving fire in Bristol Borough, Pennsylvania, on Friday damaged several homes.
The iconic vacation destination is ringing in the big milestone year and paying homage to the resort's rich history.
Sitting at the southernmost end of New Jersey, visitors are drawn to Cape May's character, its charm and beautiful beaches.
The search for a missing swimmer in Ocean City has transitioned to a recovery mission on Thursday, police said.
Visit Atlantic City says millions of dollars have been spent on advertising encouraging families to create memory-making moments down the Jersey Shore.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
A historic Black church in New Castle County is making a powerful comeback after a pair of hit-and-run crashes left the sanctuary heavily damaged.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
At 108 years old, Susan Young Browne still exercises, drives and visits the Dover, Delaware, senior center she's been a member of for more than 50 years.
A patient at Jefferson Moss Magee Rehab is the first person in Philadelphia to use new technology allowing people who are paralyzed to use their hands.
Patients of the Smiles at Rittenhouse Square clinic are being urged to get tested after possible exposure to hepatitis and HIV.
The heart-lung machine was a groundbreaking invention that took place in Philadelphia and has saved millions of lives.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Research from Thomas Jefferson University could help ID a new way to improve poor sleep and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
SEPTA is preparing for large crowds as Philadelphia celebrates America's 250th birthday on July 4.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
A Delaware woman died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in South Philadelphia Tuesday night while her 4-year-old daughter was in the backseat, state police said.
Cancer survivor Victor Aponte wants to give back to his community after they were there for him in his greatest time of need.
Kyle Busch's family earlier Thursday announced he had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
Philadelphia Eagles outside linebacker Nolan Smith Jr. was arrested in Georgia last week for driving 135 mph in a 70 mph zone.
VJ Edgecombe joined Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel, Dylan Harper and Cedric Coward on the 2025-26 NBA All-Rookie First Team.
Nathaniel Lowe doubled twice and drove in three runs, including a pivotal two-bagger in the seventh inning, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Philadelphia Phillies 9-4.
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.
Philadelphia natives Will Smith and Jill Scott will perform at the 2026 Wawa Welcome America concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
A 16-year-old baseball player from Berks County, Pennsylvania, wants to give back to his community after they were there for him in his greatest time of need. CBS News Philadelphia's Krystle Rich reports.
From its Victorian architecture to the picturesque town square lined with shops and restaurants, trevelers can't help but fall in love with Cape May. Photojournalist Tom Gardiner reports.
CBS News Philadelphia is kicking off the unofficial start of summer in the charming Congress Hall resort of Cape May. The hotel has welcomed generations of guests, along with some famous faces, including becoming a summer retreat for some of our nation’s presidents. Marcella Baietto takes us on a history tour spanning more than 200 years inside the resort.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia will reopen Saturday morning, days after a power outage forced evacuations and a temporary closure.
Firefighters battled a two-alarm fire that damaged multiple homes in Bristol Borough, Bucks County, on Friday.