Self-Described Preacher Sentenced To 27 Years In Prison In 'Basement Of Horrors' Case
Eddie Wright was sentenced to 27 years behind bars for his role in the organized torture of people who were physically and intellectually handicapped.
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Eddie Wright was sentenced to 27 years behind bars for his role in the organized torture of people who were physically and intellectually handicapped.
The woman at the center of what became known as the Tacony "basement of horrors" case in Philadelphia has been sentenced to life plus 80 years in prison.
Linda Weston, the woman at the center of what became known as the Tacony "basement of horrors" case in Philadelphia, has changed her plea to guilty.
Jean McIntosh, daughter of the alleged family and criminal leader, has pleaded guilty to charges including conspiracy to commit racketeering, hate crimes against the disabled, and kidnapping resulting in death.
Alleged ringleader Linda Weston and four others are accused of keeping disabled adults and children caged in the basement of a Tacony home while stealing their benefit checks.
The city of Philadelphia is the target in a federal lawsuit filed on behalf of the the mother of Beatrice Weston, the young woman found chained in a Tacony Basement in 2011.
As expected, Philadelphia prosecutors will step aside so federal authorities can pursue charges over the alleged kidnapping of mentally disabled adults for their disability checks.
Prosecutors have announced federal charges against five people in a case in which authorities say mentally disabled adults were held in the basement of a Philadelphia home as part of an alleged Social Security fraud scheme.
The niece of a woman accused of imprisoning mentally disabled captives in a benefits fraud scheme is suing her aunt and the City of Philadelphia, claiming she suffered horrific abuse because she was placed into her aunt's custody.
A Philadelphia judge has rejected most defense motions to dismiss charges against four defendants in the Tacony basement captives' case.
A man for whom all charges were previously dismissed in the so-called "Basement of Horrors" Tacony kidnap and fraud case is now being held for trial.
The Philadelphia district attorney's office has changed its mind and now says it will recharge the defendant who was about to be freed in the local kidnap-and-fraud case.
The Philadelphia district attorney's office says it will not try to get new charges filed against one defendant who was cut loose from the local "Basement of Horrors" fraud and kidnapping case on Tuesday.
A Philadelphia judge has ordered three suspects to stand trial in a case involving four mentally disabled adults who were found locked in a filthy basement.
Senator Casey says loopholes in the Social Security system allowed the situation to occur and he wants to introduce a new bill to prevent similar cases in the future.
An attorney says the children of two defendants in the so-called "basement of horrors" case have now been formally adjudicated dependent and they have been placed outside the city by the Department of Human Services.
Judge Sheila Woods-Skipper has upheld a Municipal Court judge's ruling that bars attorneys, defendants, witnesses, victims, and some minors from commenting on the case against Linda Weston and three other defendants.
A psychiatric examination has determined that a woman accused of imprisoning four mentally disabled adults in a basement as part of an alleged Social Security fraud scheme is competent to proceed in her criminal case, a judge said Wednesday.
Prosecutors filed the motion citing "overzealous" media coverage, including "manipulating" victims into doing interviews, and trespassing.
A Philadelphia judge will hear arguments Wednesday on the District Attorney's motion for a gag order on participants in the basement captives' case. The D.A.'s office, which will not comment, claims in court papers that the media is 'hindering' the case.
Three of the four defendants in Philadelphia's basement captivity case are now facing additional charges, including aggravated assault, kidnapping and false imprisonment.
For the first time, CBS 3 heard from the family of Edwin Sanabria. The 31-year-old is one of the mentally challenged adults held captive in a basement. Sanabria's family wants to know if any of the children in Weston's care, who are now in the foster care, are related to them.
Eyewitness news continues to cover the story involving children and adults who police say were abused by 51-year-old Linda Weston and at least three others.
Lawyers for Linda Weston and two male co-defendants were in court on Monday as their clients begin to face charges in the alleged scheme to hold captive mentally handicapped people, to steal their Social Security checks.
South Korea is reeling over a shock martial law declaration by President Yoon Suk Yeol, whose short-lived gamble will have major implications.
Philadelphia Police are investigating a shooting on North Hicks Street that may have stemmed from an argument between neighbors over where trash was placed on the curb.
Crews are still working to locate 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard, who is believed to have fallen into a sinkhole in Unity Township while she was out searching for a missing cat.
Wednesday will be dry and cool in the Philadelphia region, with winds kicking up and clouds thickening later in the day.
A South Jersey high school student is brightening children's days and passing the time as they wait in the courtroom gallery with his service project "Crayons for Courts."
South Korea is reeling over a shock martial law declaration by President Yoon Suk Yeol, whose short-lived gamble will have major implications.
Philadelphia Police are investigating a shooting on North Hicks Street that may have stemmed from an argument between neighbors over where trash was placed on the curb.
Crews are still working to locate 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard, who is believed to have fallen into a sinkhole in Unity Township while she was out searching for a missing cat.
The ERs at two Delaware County hospitals have reopened after temporarily closing due to radiology system problems, Delaware County officials told CBS News Philadelphia.
Wednesday will be dry and cool in the Philadelphia region, with winds kicking up and clouds thickening later in the day.
Philadelphia Police are investigating a shooting on North Hicks Street that may have stemmed from an argument between neighbors over where trash was placed on the curb.
Under the proposed tax hike, the average home valued at around $255,000 would see an annual increase of approximately $185.
Philadelphia's basketball teams are preparing to compete for bragging rights at the Big 5 Classic this weekend.
A Northeast Philadelphia mom who lost her son to gun violence just two days before Thanksgiving is looking to the Joy of Sharing campaign to help restore joy this holiday season.
Sylvester Stallone has lent his Rocky statue to Philadelphia for the first-ever RockyFest, a six-day celebration of the films.
A South Jersey high school student is brightening children's days and passing the time as they wait in the courtroom gallery with his service project "Crayons for Courts."
Mysterious drones are circling the skies over New Jersey and now the FBI is investigating.
Evesham Township police are advising drivers to temporarily avoid eastbound Route 70 in the area of South Cropwell Road as construction crews repair a water main break.
Seven people in total were indicted in two separate human trafficking rings in North and South Jersey, the attorney general's office announced Tuesday.
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center said the whale had to be euthanized after washing up on the beach in West Cape May Tuesday.
The Brandywine Warriors need to raise more than $10,000 before traveling to Florida to compete in the 2024 United YFL Championship tournament.
Delaware State Police are investigating after a New York man was robbed and shot at the Biden Welcome Center in Newark Sunday morning.
Multiple backups were seen on traffic cameras on I-95 as crews responded to multiple crashes Wednesday morning.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
A brain surgeon at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has a mission to make cheerleading safer with the Stunt Showdown at Haverford College on Dec. 21.
The ERs at two Delaware County hospitals have reopened after temporarily closing due to radiology system problems, Delaware County officials told CBS News Philadelphia.
Walking pneumonia has increased all over the country and here in the Philadelphia region, where younger children are being especially hard hit.
The holiday season can be triggering for people in recovery. Experts share tips to ease the pressure.
Michael Profeto received the 1,000th kidney transplant at Temple University Hospital during Thanksgiving week.
Deep divisions erupted Monday night during the final public comment session on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
Black Friday is not just a major shopping day, it's also a crucial day for many small businesses that rely on their deep connection with their customers.
Some of the Philadelphia region's best malls saw an influx of customers on Black Friday.
The Thanksgiving food shopping rush is well underway at Philadelphia staples like Reading Terminal Market and the Italian Market.
Triple Bottom Brewing's apprenticeships provide opportunities for people involved with the justice system.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a crash involving a SEPTA bus in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood on Tuesday, emergency officials said.
Evesham Township police are advising drivers to temporarily avoid eastbound Route 70 in the area of South Cropwell Road as construction crews repair a water main break.
New bike lane laws in Philadelphia won't be enforced until the spring, but one man is taking matters into his own hands.
Traffic on the George C. Platt Memorial Bridge was blocked in both directions Tuesday morning after a car caught fire.
Sources told CBS Philadelphia conversations are ongoing to find a better, permanent location for a bus terminal in the city.
Before Cherelle Parker's town hall, City Council met with Sixers officials for the final scheduled hearing on the controversial project.
Paul George scored 29 points as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Hornets 110-104 to earn back-to-back wins for the first time this season.
A brain surgeon at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has a mission to make cheerleading safer with the Stunt Showdown at Haverford College on Dec. 21.
Philadelphia's basketball teams are preparing to compete for bragging rights at the Big 5 Classic this weekend.
Philadelphia City councilmembers called a recess until Thursday morning to potentially vote on the 76ers' proposed downtown arena.
Sylvester Stallone has lent his Rocky statue to Philadelphia for the first-ever RockyFest, a six-day celebration of the films.
Kendrick Lamar and SZA will be stopping at Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field in May 2025 for the Grand National Tour.
Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a "severe" eye infection.
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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.
Shoppers at the Light the World Giving Machine can choose a variety of items to go to local and global charities and help people in need. Wakisha Bailey chats with Kate Sookhoo from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Fashion District manager Ryan Williams and of course Santa Claus.
Radio hosts Preston and Steve from WMMR have officially kicked off their annual Camp Out For Hunger campaign at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. Highly needed items like cooking oil, canned meat, pasta and canned fruits and vegetables can be donated for the next week outside Xfinity Live.
This week's chilly weather in the Philadelphia region will get even colder once a front of Arctic air from Canada arrives, bringing high winds and mixes of snow and rain Thursday. Friday, it won't feel colder than 25 degrees all day. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has more explaining why our team has issued a NEXT Weather Alert.
A 30-year-old man is in critical condition after being shot in North Philadelphia late Tuesday night. Police believe the shooting started as an argument between the man and a mother and son over where trash was put on the curb.
Wednesday will be dry and cool with winds kicking up and clouds thickening later in the day ahead of our next weather maker, set to arrive on Thursday. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.