Judge to decide if Mumia Abu-Jamal gets new trial in officer's murder
He was originally sentenced to death in 1982 after a jury found him guilty of murdering Philadelphia Police Officer Daniel Faulkner.
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He was originally sentenced to death in 1982 after a jury found him guilty of murdering Philadelphia Police Officer Daniel Faulkner.
A divided court denied the request by Maureen Faulkner, the widow of slain Officer Daniel Faulkner, to disqualify the city district attorney's office from continuing to work on the matter.
Faulkner is calling for Krasner to be removed from an appeals case involving Mumia Abu-Jamal, her husband's convicted killer.
Maureen Faulkner accused Krasner of lying to her regarding the case involving Abu-Jamal, who was convicted of killing her husband in 1981.
Rich discussed the media brewing fears of Donald Trump's 'list', Megyn Kelly's appearance on The View and Paul Ryan backing Trump's thoughts on term limits. He also discussed McRibs being tracked on an app, Alan Dershowitz's thoughts on anti-semitism and Elizabeth Warren being punked. Rich spoke with veteran Issac Francois regarding his experience in the Navy and his participation in the Power Triumph Games at 4pm. He also spoke with Maureen Faulkner regarding an upcoming fundraiser to raise money for local children in need and the families of fallen police officers, military members and firefighters at 4:30pm.
The Pennsylvania chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union says it is preparing to file a lawsuit to get the state's new "Revictimization Relief Act"overturned.
Gov. Corbett signed into law a measure that he says is intended to curb the "obscene celebrity" cultivated by convicts such as Mumia Abu-Jamal.
A small Vermont college is poking a lot of people in the eye by having convicted cop-killer Mumia Abu-Jamal as its commencement speaker next Sunday.
Earlier today on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, Dom Giordano spoke with Maureen Faulkner, the wife of Daniel Faulker, a Philadelphia police officer murdered in 1981 by Mumia Abu-Jamal, about the Senate's vote this week to reject President Obama's nomination of Debo Adegbile to head the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division.
Congressman Mike Fitzpatrick joined Chris Stigall Thursday on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT to discuss the Senate's rejection of Debo Adegbile, President Obama's nomination to head the Civil Rights Division of the Justice Department.
Chris covers the stories of an inappropriate picture posted online by a high school wrestling team and the sentencing of parents who let their children die instead of seeking medical attention. He also talks to comedian Ted Alexandro and author Charlie Leduff.
Pennsylvania's death row population is going down, dramatically, and people on both side of the debate over the death penalty say it is a symptom of a broken system.
A representative of Pennsylvania's department of corrections has told Philadelphia's district attorney that Mumia Abu-Jamal is getting no special treatment.
Philadelphia's district attorney has decided not to continue to pursue the death penalty against Abu-Jamal.
One day after the man who murdered Philadelphia police officer John Pawlowski was sentenced to life in prison, family members who lost their loved ones on the police force spoke out against the sentence.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons is seeking the Democratic nomination for a third full term.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
A young girl appeared to be run over by a truck in Northeast Philadelphia, only to miraculously walk away.
Landon Dickerson, on SportsRadio 94WIP, called his play in the Eagles' 24-22 win over the Commanders a "complete liability."
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
Delaware Sen. Chris Coons is seeking the Democratic nomination for a third full term.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
A young girl appeared to be run over by a truck in Northeast Philadelphia, only to miraculously walk away.
Landon Dickerson, on SportsRadio 94WIP, called his play in the Eagles' 24-22 win over the Commanders a "complete liability."
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
A young girl appeared to be run over by a truck in Northeast Philadelphia, only to miraculously walk away.
Linvilla Orchards in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, lost about 90% of its apple crop after a freeze on April 20.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Linvilla Orchards in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, lost about 90% of its apple crop after a freeze on April 20.
Several people were arrested and charged with simple assault and disorderly offenses during an anti-ICE protest in Atlantic City on Saturday.
John "Gig" Gigliotti, known for his friendly smile while he drove the yellow tram on the Wildwood boardwalk, has died at 97.
The daytime hours Saturday in the Philadelphia region will be comfortable, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking evening rain.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Concerns are growing in Wilmington, Delaware, after separate shootings over the weekend left two people dead, including a teen.
A 19-year-old man was shot and killed Sunday afternoon in Wilmington, Delaware, police said.
Philadelphia-area athletes tried out for the Delaware Blue Coats during open tryouts this weekend.
The daytime hours Saturday in the Philadelphia region will be comfortable, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking evening rain.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
Ron Fazio helped people escape the World Trade Center on 9/11, and 25 years later, his son Rob is honoring his father's legacy through Hold the Door for Others, a nonprofit helping people grow through grief and tragedy.
After helping rescue a trapped NYPD officer from the World Trade Center rubble on 9/11, Cooper trauma surgeon Dr. John Chovanes went on to serve in Iraq and now trains military medical teams for combat at Cooper University Hospital in Camden.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
SEPTA has resumed service on three Regional Rail lines after downed Amtrak wires caused a suspension on Monday.
SEPTA is receiving a federal grant worth more than $13 million to replace its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail fleet.
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
Landon Dickerson, on SportsRadio 94WIP, called his play in the Eagles' 24-22 win over the Commanders a "complete liability."
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
Making waves in pro soccer at 16 years old, Cavan Sullivan scored on a back-heel flick in the first half, later adding another goal and an assist.
The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Washington Commanders 24-22 Sunday night at Lincoln Financial Field.
Alec Bohm hit a tie-breaking two-run double and J.T. Realmuto drove in three runs on three hits to help the Phillies defeat the Braves.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
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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.
As two Philadelphia properties are being considered as potential sites for data center development, a group of protesters is calling on city leaders to pause data center development until they pass rules on how they can be safely built and operated. Brandon Goldner reports.
Percy Street is blocked off near Ritner Street after a sinkole opened up.
The Federal Transit Administration awarded $80 million to help bring trolley stations in Center City into compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act.
Official toxicology results haven't been released, but a report from TMZ says actor Hayden Panettiere may have died after taking an oxycodone pill that was laced with fentanyl. The 36-year-old was found dead last month in South Carolina.
A man is in critical condition after flying off his motorcycle on the I-95 southbound ramp to the Vine Street Expressway in Philadelphia, according to police.