Philadelphia DA Creates New Public Corruption Task Force
Philadelphia district attorney Seth Williams has created a new task force designed speficially to weed out public corruption in the city.
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Philadelphia district attorney Seth Williams has created a new task force designed speficially to weed out public corruption in the city.
Police have released surveillance video of the shooting early Sunday morning that left nine people wounded outside a Feltonville nightclub.
Police are investigating a shooting in Southwest Philadelphia that left a victim critically injured.
Police sources tell Eyewitness News authorities have arrested a man believed to be responsible for the death of a college student gunned down just days shy of graduation.
Pennsylvania state representative Angel Cruz (D-Phila.) says there are too many unknowns when it comes to even minor traffic accidents, and he wants to make it mandatory that cops respond and investigate.
Isaac Porterfield, 22, has been charged with the drive-by shooting of 39-year-old Yvette Saunders. Police say she took a bullet intended for her son, killed only because she was there.
It's unclear whether defendant Lenny Tavarez knew it was a police helicopter, or that his action had the potential of causing a crash.
A man was killed after being shot multiple times at a BP gas station in North Philadelphia.
Philadelphia police officer John Pawlowski, murdered in February 2009, has been honored with a memorial plaque near the spot where he was shot to death, at Broad and Olney.
Despite an emotional show of remorse, corrupt former Philadelphia police officer Robert Snyder was sentenced to nearly 13 years in prison for taking part in a conspiracy to rob drug dealers and resell the stolen drugs.
Philadelphia and Temple University police are searching for a man who shot and killed a college student Monday evening.
Former Philadelphia police officer James Venziale has been sentenced to federal prison, but he got a big break for cooperating with the authorities in the prosecution of his partners in crime.
Philadelphia police are searching for several suspects who left a man unconscious after a violent attack that was caught on tape in a popular nightlife district.
The Philadelphia Police Department has announced the arrest of eight tow truck drivers for illegally towing vehicles to various scrap and salvage yards in the city.
Police commissioner Charles Ramsey says Julian Frisby, 21, is suspected of killing Jarell Seay. Frisby was found hiding in the basement of a house in Norristown.
Police in Philadelphia say they arrested a state representative and charged her with drunk driving.
Despite a steady rain in Philadelphia, dozens of police officers, firefighters, and family members of those killed in the line of duty gathered for the city's annual "living flame" memorial on Wednesday in Franklin Square.
A Philadelphia police officer has been arrested and taken off the street after authorities say he was driving drunk and crashed into another car.
Philadelphia police commissioner Charles Ramsey, who was the police chief in Washington, DC on September 11th, 2001, says he had trouble sleeping on Sunday night after hearing the news about Osama Bin Laden's death.
A new unit of eight to 10 officers will rotate among five zones in Center City each day during the summer, enforcing laws such as no bicycling on the sidewalk, no texting while driving, and for pedestrians -- obeying signals at crosswalks.
Fiften people, including a Philadelphia police detective and two other Philadelphia police officers, have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their alleged involvement in an illegal steroid and HGH distribution ring.
The city says it rejected Vento's offer because he demanded his name on plaques on the trailers, but Vento says it was out of of spite.
A 22-year-old man was rushed to Temple University Hospital after being robbed and shot at a SEPTA station Saturday afternoon.
The jury considering the corruption case against former Philadelphia police Inspector Daniel Castro is having trouble reaching a unanimous verdict on some counts, but they will deliberate again Wednesday morning.
Nearly a dozen people, including a uniformed Philadelphia police officer, were charged on Tuesday in an alleged insurance fraud scheme. Investigators believe it could have taken in millions of dollars.
The Phillies acquired Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pirates, days after Pittsburgh designated the pitcher for assignment.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
Philadelphia police are looking for a blue Jeep that they say was involved in a homicide in Northeast Philadelphia in December.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
Temple University assistant men's basketball coach Bill Courtney has died suddenly, the school announced Tuesday. He was 55.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
A 16-year-old boy was shot to death inside a Chipotle bathroom on the edge of Temple University's campus as students returned to school for the spring semester.
The Phillies acquired Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pirates, days after Pittsburgh designated the pitcher for assignment.
Philadelphia police are looking for a blue Jeep that they say was involved in a homicide in Northeast Philadelphia in December.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
Philadelphia police are looking for a blue Jeep that they say was involved in a homicide in Northeast Philadelphia in December.
A man followed a woman home and exposed himself before fleeing with money from her purse, Philadelphia police say.
A SWAT team arrested murder suspect Ziyker Washington in Philadelphia after he spent more than a month on the run for a killing in Norristown, Pennsylvania.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
It'll happen at 3 p.m. at the New Jersey State House.
New Jersey is suing a recycling company over a series of fires at scrap metal yards in Camden.
The Paterson School District says the teacher accused of giving special needs students hot sauce as a form of discipline has been relieved of her duties.
Members of the New Jersey Group 5 state champions, Washington Township, were honored by state legislators Monday.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook will be laid to rest on Monday, nearly two weeks after he was shot and killed inside the Wilmington DMV.
Lawmakers who represent the Philadelphia area gave their opinions on the U.S.' military operation in Venezuela on Saturday.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
A potentially deadly and drug-resistant fungus is spreading nationwide, including New York and New Jersey.
Doctors in Philadelphia say new federal guidance on childhood vaccinations is causing confusion — especially for parents.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
One person was killed after a crash involving a horse and buggy in the 4000 block of Strasburg Road in Salisbury Township.
Flights to and from the Caribbean have resumed, but travelers are still feeling the effects of the weekend restrictions.
The Phillies acquired Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pirates, days after Pittsburgh designated the pitcher for assignment.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
Temple University assistant men's basketball coach Bill Courtney has died suddenly, the school announced Tuesday. He was 55.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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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.
The Eagles announced Tuesday that they've fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' lackluster performance and loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the wild-card round.
The internet knows Delco Donny because of his viral videos outside of Wawa parking lots, where he sings popular covers in the infamous Delaware County accent with his guitar. However, behind the online persona is a real-life folk rock artist named Jake Dillon who's recorded nearly 70 songs. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Marcella Baietto reports.
A teen was shot and killed inside a Chipotle on Monday night near Temple University's campus in North Philadelphia. Now, police are trying to piece together how and why it happened. CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden reports.
Philadelphia officials plan to reopen the Center City Greyhound bus terminal by May 1, in time for crowds headed to festivities celebrating America's 250th birthday, Mayor Cherelle Parker said.
Trenton's new minor league hockey team officially has a name and logo. Meet the Trenton Ironhawks, the ECHL's newest franchise that will begin play in the 2026-27 season. CBS News Philadelphia's Ryan Hughes reports.