Investigators respond: basketball coach, trainer arrested after accused of sexually abusing 3 minors
Investigators say the assaults happened at schools, parks and at victims' homes. They say the abuse has been going on for almost 10 years.
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A private basketball coach and trainer arrested after he was accused of sexually abusing 3 minors
Investigators say the assaults happened at schools, parks and at victims' homes. They say the abuse has been going on for almost 10 years.
Former basketball coach, trainer arrested for sexual abuse of 3 minors
Zachary Ray was arrested in connection with the sexual abuse of three children while he worked as their basketball coach and trainer. He faces similar charges in Philadelphia.
Boy Scouts now processing sexual abuse claims in its $2.46 billion settlement with survivors
The Boy Scouts of America are now processing claims in its $2.46 billion settlement with survivors.
Former Playboy model accuses Bill Cosby of drugging and sexually assaulting her in 1969
In her lawsuit, Victoria Valentino, 80, says she was an actress and singer 54 years ago, when she met Cosby, now 85.
Ex-teacher charged with child sex abuse 9 years after she left school
Reed Messer was extradited to Delaware after being arrested at her home in Greenville, South Carolina, police said.
Tiger Woods accused of tricking ex to go to airport to break up with her
Herman accused Woods of having his lawyer break up with her at an airport in October after falsely telling her they were going on a weekend trip.
Pope Francis expands sex abuse law, reaffirms adults can be victims
The law expands protections to cover lay Catholic leaders and reaffirming that vulnerable adults and not just children can be victims of abuse when they are unable to freely consent.
Child sex abuse lawsuit window again gets Pa. lawmakers' OK
The legislation to temporarily waive the statute of limitations for sex abuse crimes had been on the verge of going before voters for the final OK two years ago, when state officials bungled the required advertising of the previous version.
Abuse in women's pro soccer league was systemic, report says
Five of the 10 head coaches in the National Women's Soccer League last season either were fired or stepped down amid allegations of misconduct.
Four Women Sue New Jersey Massage Envy Spas For Sexual Abuse
The women and their attorneys say Massage Envy therapists groped and sexually assaulted them during massages.
Man Facing 45 Counts Of Sexual Abuse Of Children
A Montgomery County man is facing 45 counts of sexual abuse of children.
Scathing Report Reveals Sex Abuse At Pa. School Spanning 55 Years
A scathing report released on Wednesday by authorities in Bucks County details more than 50 years of sexual abuse within a Pennsylvania school.
Prosecutor Says He Doesn't Believe Sandusky Accuser's Claim
Joe McGettigan testified Tuesday that his opinion is based on changes in the man's story and other factors.
Revamped Fashion Project Aims To Stomp Out Sexual Abuse
Stomp the Runway is returning to Philadelphia.
Records Unsealed: Could Reveal More Of Claim Boy Told Paterno Of Abuse
Joe Paterno apparently knew that Jerry Sandusky was sexually abusing underage boys as early as 1976.
Sandusky Due In Court For Molestation Case Appeal Hearing
Former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky is expected in a courtroom near his State College home as he continues to pursue appeals of his 45-count conviction for child sexual abuse.
Philly March Offers Support For Sexual, Domestic Abuse Victims, Survivors
The 6th annual "Take Back The Night" rally took place Thursday night.
Sexual Abuse Victim Explains Opposition To Transgender People Picking Public Bathrooms
Kaeley Triller, a victim of sexual abuse explains why she thinks transgender people should not have the option of choosing the bathroom they use.
Grand Jury Report: 2 Bishops Hid Sex Abuse Of Hundreds Of Children
The 147-page report on sexual abuse in the Altoona-Johnstown Diocese was made public Tuesday.
Hatboro Man Accused Of Having Sexual Relationship With Runaway Teen
When they questioned the girl, she told them she had sex with McGeehan and he had taken pictures of her.
Open Secret Of Incarceration Is Target Of Executive Order From Philadelphia's Mayor
The mayor stresses Philadelphia already has a zero tolerance policy for inmate sexual abuse.
Father Of Murdered Marine Talks About Sexual Abuse His Son Witnessed In Afghanistan
Gregory Buckley Sr, whose son Gregory Jr., was murdered on a base in Afghanistan spoke with Rich Zeoli on Talk Radio 1210 about what his son experienced and how his superiors reacted when confronted with incidences of sexual abuse.
Del. Man Who Acted As Foster Parent Arrested For Alleged Sexual Abuse Of Child
Sixty-one-year-old Lazarus Rougier, of Newark, has been charged with two counts of unlawful sexual contact in the first degree, continuous sexual abuse of a child and sexual abuse of a child by a person of trust in the first degree.
After First Full Day Of Deliberations, No Verdict In Philadelphia Priest Sex Abuse Trial
Approaching midday on Monday, jurors sent Judge Gwendolyn Bright a note asking whether the alleged victim's testimony "was sufficient to convict."
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Watch at 3:30; Philadelphia DA to announce charges in viral biker attack
The Philly DA's Office will announce at 3:30 p.m. charges following the arrest of the man police say is involved in the viral rear windshield smashing in Center City traffic captured on video.
$2.7 million winning lottery ticket sold at Bucks County tobacco shop
A $2.7 million winning Match 6 Lotto ticket was sold at a Bucks County tobacco shop.
A Philly sports love story? Fans track down mystery man who shared bite of pizza
Aaron shared a bite of pizza with Aliza at an Eagles game, and the rest is history. The two have their first date at the Phillies game Wednesday.
Limited-edition Phillies-Marlins playoff shirt unveiled at Center City store
A limited-edition Phillies-Marlons playoff series shirt is being sold at Shibe Vintage Sports in Center City.
Police arrest biker seen smashing woman's windshield in Philadelphia
Philadelphia police have made an arrest in an assault and vandalism incident where a man on a motorcycle stomped out a woman's windshield.
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Watch at 3:30; Philadelphia DA to announce charges in viral biker attack
The Philly DA's Office will announce at 3:30 p.m. charges following the arrest of the man police say is involved in the viral rear windshield smashing in Center City traffic captured on video.
$2.7 million winning lottery ticket sold at Bucks County tobacco shop
A $2.7 million winning Match 6 Lotto ticket was sold at a Bucks County tobacco shop.
Emergency alert test will sound today on all U.S. cellphones
FEMA and the FCC will launch a nationwide test of the emergency alert system on Oct. 4.
Biden admin is forgiving $9 billion in debt for 125,000 Americans
As student loan repayments restart in October, the Biden administration said 125,000 people with student loans will have their debt erased.
A Philly sports love story? Fans track down mystery man who shared bite of pizza
Aaron shared a bite of pizza with Aliza at an Eagles game, and the rest is history. The two have their first date at the Phillies game Wednesday.
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$2.7 million winning lottery ticket sold at Bucks County tobacco shop
A $2.7 million winning Match 6 Lotto ticket was sold at a Bucks County tobacco shop.
A Philly sports love story? Fans track down mystery man who shared bite of pizza
Aaron shared a bite of pizza with Aliza at an Eagles game, and the rest is history. The two have their first date at the Phillies game Wednesday.
Limited-edition Phillies-Marlins playoff shirt unveiled at Center City store
A limited-edition Phillies-Marlons playoff series shirt is being sold at Shibe Vintage Sports in Center City.
Police arrest biker seen smashing woman's windshield in Philadelphia
Philadelphia police have made an arrest in an assault and vandalism incident where a man on a motorcycle stomped out a woman's windshield.
Eagles' Nick Sirianni addresses Week 5 game at Los Angeles Rams
The 4-0 Philadelphia Eagles are headed out to Los Angeles to take on the Rams Sunday, Oct. 8. Head coach Nick Sirianni offers a look at the team's preparation and much more.
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Atlantic City naming City Hall courtyard after late NJ Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver
The City Hall of Atlantic City's courtyard will be named after late former New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver.
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Our mostly sunny and warm week continues, perfect weather for the Phillies' playoff series continuing Wednesday.
North Wildwood's steel bulkhead emergency construction underway
The emergency construction came following a lengthy legal battle between the city and DEP over whether to build the structure.
South Jersey sisters raise breast cancer awareness with Grab Your Girls campaign
The American Cancer Society is reminding women to grab your girls. That's about holding friends and family accountable for mammograms.
South Jersey-based dog named "Dog of the Year" by the ASPCA
Cole the Deaf Dog, a Pitbull mix therapy dog, also provides a calming presence to students at the Dr. William Mennies School in Vineland.
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NEXT Weather: Sunny and warm, Phantastic weather for Phillies
Our mostly sunny and warm week continues, perfect weather for the Phillies' playoff series continuing Wednesday.
Mothers outraged after Delaware State Trooper accused of beating teens over prank indicted
A news conference was held Thursday afternoon after a Delaware State Trooper was indicted by a grand jury.
Delaware trooper accused of beating teens over ding dong ditch prank indicted by grand jury
Delaware State Police Corporal Dempsey Walters has been indicted by a grand jury after being accused of beating a teen who tried to ding dong ditch.
PA, NJ, DE among 17 states to join FTC in sweeping antitrust suit against Amazon
Amazon is facing antitrust claims from the Federal Trade Commission and states including New York and Pennsylvania, alleging the retailer is operating an unlawful monopoly.
3-year-old boy dead after hit by off-duty firefighter parking his car
A 3-year-old boy has died from his injuries after he was hit by an off-duty firefighter's car while he attempted to park Sunday morning.
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South Jersey sisters raise breast cancer awareness with Grab Your Girls campaign
The American Cancer Society is reminding women to grab your girls. That's about holding friends and family accountable for mammograms.
Meet the 2 UPenn scientists who were awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine
These two hometown heroes are credited with helping to end the pandemic with the vaccine that came from their work.
Penn's Drew Weissman, Katalin Karikó win Nobel Prize
Two scientists part of the University of Pennsylvania's historic mRNA vaccine research team won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for discoveries that enabled the creation of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
In a first, CDC to recommend antibiotic pill after sex for some
The approach to fighting sexually transmitted infections has been nicknamed "Doxy-PEP."
Pa. child care providers fear loss of funding that "kept the lights on"
The American Rescue Plan Act gave nearly $730 million to 6,800 child care programs in Pennsylvania. Advocates hope future funding is on the horizon.
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Limited-edition Phillies-Marlins playoff shirt unveiled at Center City store
A limited-edition Phillies-Marlons playoff series shirt is being sold at Shibe Vintage Sports in Center City.
National Coffee Day 2023 deals: Dunkin', Krispy Kreme, Circle K
We've got all you need to know about where to get free coffee on National Coffee Day.
Famous Philly streetwear store looks to rebuild after being looted
One of Philadelphia's most recognizable streetwear businesses was looted Tuesday night as trouble took over streets in the city's northeast section.
Starbucks facing lawsuit over no fruit in "Refresher" drinks
The drinks in question are the 'Refresher' line mango dragon-fruit, mango dragon-fruit lemonade, pineapple passion-fruit, pineapple passion-fruit lemonade, strawberry açai, and strawberry açai lemonade.
Starbucks wants to overhaul its iconic cup. Will customers go along?
In the name of the environment and sustainability, Starbucks' disposable cup may be on its way to extinction
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TWU Local 234 members vote to authorize strike against SEPTA
Members of the Transport Workers Union Local 234 have voted to authorize a strike against SEPTA if necessary. The union's contract with SEPTA expires at the end of the month.
SEPTA contactless "tap to pay" payments start Friday; riders split
SEPTA riders will be able to use contactless "tap to pay" payment on all city and suburban buses and most trains starting Friday.
SEPTA launching contactless "tap to pay" tech on buses, trolleys, most trains
On Friday SEPTA is rolling out contactless payment like credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay on all buses and trolleys and almost all of its trains.
SEPTA bus driver discovers man shot in his car
A SEPTA bus driver made a startling discovery when he had to approach a car that was blocking the intersection at 17th and South Streets.
SEPTA Bus Revolution to hold last 3 public hearings Sept. 26 - 28
The SEPTA Bus Revolution is an overhaul of the entire system that's meant to make the bus system more reliable and overall easier to use.
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A Philly sports love story? Fans track down mystery man who shared bite of pizza
Aaron shared a bite of pizza with Aliza at an Eagles game, and the rest is history. The two have their first date at the Phillies game Wednesday.
Limited-edition Phillies-Marlins playoff shirt unveiled at Center City store
A limited-edition Phillies-Marlons playoff series shirt is being sold at Shibe Vintage Sports in Center City.
Eagles' Nick Sirianni addresses Week 5 game at Los Angeles Rams
The 4-0 Philadelphia Eagles are headed out to Los Angeles to take on the Rams Sunday, Oct. 8. Head coach Nick Sirianni offers a look at the team's preparation and much more.
Zack Wheeler shines as Phillies beat Marlins in Game 1 of NLWS
Zack Wheeler had eight strikeouts as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins, 4-1, in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.
Rhys Hoskins throws out first pitch before Game 1 of Phillies-Marlins
Rhys Hoskins, who tore his ACL earlier this year, threw out of the ceremonial first pitch before Game 1 of the NL Wild Card series between the Phillies and Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park.
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Broadway musical "Mean Girls" comes to Philadelphia's Miller Theater on the Kimmel Cultural Campus
The musical "Mean Girls" is coming straight from Broadway to the stage in Philadelphia for a limited engagement from now until Oct. 8.
A Beyoncé "Renaissance" film is hitting theaters, and tickets are on sale
A concert film covering Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour is due out in U.S. movie theaters Dec. 1. Tickets are on sale now.
Taylor Swift at MetLife Stadium to watch Travis Kelce's Chiefs take on the Jets
Taylor Swift couldn't just shake off another chance to watch Travis Kelce on the football field.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Judge ending conservatorship between Michael Oher and Memphis couple
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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Philadelphia Police Athletic League working to keep kids active and off the streets
The Ford PAL Center in Southwest Philadelphia is one of over a dozen centers in the city helping kids stay active and off the streets.
Boys can learn ballet for free at Philadelphia Dance Academy
Only about 6% of the students at Philadelphia Dance Academy are boys - but the academy has a program aiming to involve more boys in dance.
Father Judge High School taking learning beyond the classroom with new CTE academy
Father Judge High School is taking learning beyond the classroom, with a new Career and Technical Education Academy.
With "Get Lost," 15-year-old Pottstown High School teen making mark on music world
Colin Plank, a 15-year-old Pottstown High School student, has a hit single, "Get Lost," published by Excelcia Music Publishing.
With Studying Never Stops, local teen entrepreneur inspires others to read
A 15-year-old local entrepreneur is making it his business to inspire others to read with his company "Studying Never Stops."
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NEXT Weather: Sunny and warm for Phillies
Tammie Souza has your forecast for Wednesday night's Phillies game.
Eagles' Nick Sirianni addresses Week 5 game at Los Angeles Rams
The Birds take on the Rams in Los Angeles on Oct. 8.
City Hall of Atlantic City courtyard to be named after late former Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small announced the courtyard outside of City Hall will be named after Oliver when it is renovated next year.
Fall market arrives at Dilworth Park in Center City
The Philadelphia Marketplace Fall Market has returned to Dilworth Park in Center City. Chandler Lutz reports.
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