ACLU Issues Report On Philadelphia Police Stop And Frisks
The ACLU issued its latest report today analyzing Philadelphia Police department data on the number of stop and frisks last year and, for the fourth year in row, it does not look good.
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The ACLU issued its latest report today analyzing Philadelphia Police department data on the number of stop and frisks last year and, for the fourth year in row, it does not look good.
Philadelphia police are doing something unique this spring, specifically to bring in a variety of candidates.
They're hoping someone who sees the video on their YouTube page may recognize the suspect.
The crash happened on E. Somerset Street and C Street in Philadelphia.
Plainclothes cops ran after 22-year-old Dayquane Thomas, according to police.
Police say the officer was taken to the hospital by his partner and is expected to okay.
Police say a teen boy was shot in the thigh Saturday night in a field just behind Archbishop Ryan High School on Academy Road.
The PSPCA's Humane Law Enforcement Officers executed a search warrant Saturday at a home along the 7900 block of Marsden Street, where 15 small dogs and two cats were removed.
Seventy-three-year-old Nu Vuong was last seen by neighbors around 4 p.m. Friday leaving her home in the 1900 block of East Oakdale Street.
Dozens of Philadelphia's finest are moving up in rank. The police department's promotional ceremony on the Temple University campus was held on Friday.
According to Philadelphia Police, a suspect was shot in North Philadelphia on Thursday night after pointing a weapon at police.
Philadelphia Police say a tip led them to finding Ronald Graham sleeping on a Route 23 SEPTA bus last week.
A man had to be hospitalized after police say he was struck several times with his own cane by a suspect who then lit a plastic bag on fire and threw it at the victim.
It happened just before 3:30 a.m. Sunday outside of a luxury high-rise hotel in the 1800 block of Rittenhouse Square in Center City.
The first victim was shot twice, once in the right arm and once in the back. The second victim was shot once in the buttocks.
Police have arrested and charged a janitor in connection with a stolen handgun at Philadelphia International Airport that caused numerous of flight delays Saturday morning.
Police say Ativa Jackson was taken into custody around 12:45pm on Thursday at a home on Howland Street.
19-year-old Ativa Jackson of West Wishart Street was taken into custody on Friday afternoon, just before 1:00 p.m.
Authorities say Edward Archer allegedly shot Hartnett at point blank range while the officer was in his patrol car on January 7.
A 22-year-old male was killed in North Philadelphia following two gun shot wounds to the torso Tuesday night.
ATV's and dirt bikes are illegal on the streets of Philadelphia. But police are saying it's so difficult to prevent.
Philadelphia Police announced that fatal stabbing took place on Tuesday afternoon on the 5500 block of Baltimore Avenue around 1:30 p.m.
It happened just before 4:30 a.m. Sunday at 52nd and Chestnut Streets.
One year ago today, Philadelphia Police Officer Robert Wilson III was shot and killed in the line of duty.
Police say the man was shot five times, three times in the right leg and twice in the left, during an attempted robbery.
Most of the Philadelphia region can put the umbrella away Thursday morning and may actually want the sunglasses later.
The Philadelphia Phillies clinching a playoff berth will have to wait at least another night.
A group of Eagles tailgaters gathered Wednesday at the South Philly Boxing Gym to fight new parking guidelines for home games.
A meeting 42 years in the making: Mike Rafferty and Christie Leonard finally met in Philly after decades as pen pals.
Join CBS Philadelphia at Rivers Casino for the chance to become a contestant on SURVIVOR.
A nor'easter developing off the East Coast will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches this week.
Most of the Philadelphia region can put the umbrella away Thursday morning and may actually want the sunglasses later.
The Philadelphia Phillies clinching a playoff berth will have to wait at least another night.
A group of Eagles tailgaters gathered Wednesday at the South Philly Boxing Gym to fight new parking guidelines for home games.
A meeting 42 years in the making: Mike Rafferty and Christie Leonard finally met in Philly after decades as pen pals.
Most of the Philadelphia region can put the umbrella away Thursday morning and may actually want the sunglasses later.
A group of Eagles tailgaters gathered Wednesday at the South Philly Boxing Gym to fight new parking guidelines for home games.
A meeting 42 years in the making: Mike Rafferty and Christie Leonard finally met in Philly after decades as pen pals.
Patients increasingly need temporary housing while they receive medical treatment, and a nonprofit is filling the gap.
The city-owned statue was moved Wednesday after spending several months inside the museum as part of an art exhibition.
Most of the Philadelphia region can put the umbrella away Thursday morning and may actually want the sunglasses later.
The Hard Rock Atlantic City hosted its seventh annual Out of the Darkness Walk benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
Knicks President Leon Rose, who hails from Cherry Hill, and Executive Vice President William "World Wide Wes" Wesley, who was born and raised in Camden, were honored.
Officials along the Jersey Shore are preparing for potential flooding and erosion from a possible nor'easter this week.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill's administration fined a data center in Vineland $1.07 million for violating the New Jersey Air Pollution Control Act Tuesday.
Most of the Philadelphia region can put the umbrella away Thursday morning and may actually want the sunglasses later.
A nor'easter developing off the East Coast will bring several days of rough conditions to the Jersey Shore and Delaware beaches this week.
A cat named Bessie saved a Norristown, Pennsylvania, family from a 1934 house fire, and her heroic story now teaches children about fire safety.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Today looks warm and noticeably more humid in the Philadelphia region, with highs reaching the mid-80s but feeling like the upper 80s.
Patients increasingly need temporary housing while they receive medical treatment, and a nonprofit is filling the gap.
Health officials are warning of a possible measles exposure at Philadelphia International Airport, and it's not related to the case at CHOP.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
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
SEPTA's "Accelerate" plan would see upgrades across the system, including new train cars, shorter wait times and station updates.
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto three cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd on Friday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
The Philadelphia Phillies clinching a playoff berth will have to wait at least another night.
A group of Eagles tailgaters gathered Wednesday at the South Philly Boxing Gym to fight new parking guidelines for home games.
Zack Wheeler struck out 11, including a franchise-record seven in a row to start the game, and the Phillies inched closer to clinching a playoff spot with a 6-4 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers.
Chicago Bears quarterback Tyson Bagent has been placed in the NFL concussion protocol, according to a person familiar with the situation, adding another wrinkle to the team's plans for Monday night's game against Philadelphia.
New parking rules for Eagles home games could throw a wrench into some long-standing tailgating traditions.
An autopsy by the Greenville County Coroner's Office determined Hayden Panettiere's death was due to an accidental overdose of several drugs, including fentanyl.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
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.
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.
Strong northeast winds, 6–12 foot surf and multiple rounds of coastal flooding continue through Saturday. Kate Bilo has the forecast.
As rough surf and whipping wind from a coastal storm are leaving their mark on the Jersey Shore. Kate Bilo and Brandon Goldner report.
Jenkintown High School's varsity football season has been canceled by school district due to low participation.
A fire tore through a rowhome in North Philadelphia's Tioga neighborhood early Thursday morning.
Most of the Philadelphia region can put the umbrella away Thursday morning and may actually want the sunglasses later. CBS News Philadelphia Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the weather forecast.