Tyre Nichols' death was homicide caused by blunt force trauma, autopsy shows
"The official autopsy report further propels our commitment to seeking justice for this senseless tragedy," said attorneys for the Nichols family in a statement.
"The official autopsy report further propels our commitment to seeking justice for this senseless tragedy," said attorneys for the Nichols family in a statement.
Lt. DeWayne Smith retired one day before a termination hearing was to be held to determine if he would be fired, records showed.
The officers were fired after an internal police investigation into the Jan. 7 arrest of Nichols, who died in a hospital three days later.
Monthly training is offered to the 26 officers in the department.
The disturbing video of Nichols' arrest sparked outrage across the country as questions were raised about the conduct of several police officers and first responders at the scene.
"There is a pathway forward, and I'm going to be tireless and not stop until we do significant things to make Americans safer," the Democratic senator said on "Face the Nation."
In a statement earlier this week, the department said officer Preston Hemphill was under investigation for his participation in the "initial traffic stop" of Nichols "and the use of a Taser."
Ukee Washington reports.
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at the funeral of the 29-year-old who died after being beaten by police. "We mourn with you," she told his family.
Jasmine Payoute reports.
The services are open to the public and thousands are expected to show up to pay their final respects.
People in the region continue to express outrage and grief over the Memphis police killing of Tyre Nichols.
The emergency vigil will be held at a church in West Mount Airy.
Two more officers have been suspended after an initial 5 were charged with murder for Nichols' death in Memphis. Jasmine Payoute reports.
Memphis police announced Monday a sixth officer has been relieved of duty in connection with his role on the night Tyre Nichols was beaten by police.
Stephanie Stahl reports.
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The Memphis Police Department said Preston Hemphill was placed on administrative leave in the aftermath of Nichols' violent arrest.
Demonstrators held a peaceful protest in Upper Darby Saturday in response to Tyre Nichols' death.
Four videos released by the city of Memphis show different angles of Tyre Nichols being pepper sprayed, kicked in the head while being restrained, punched and struck multiple times with a baton.
All five former officers involved in Tyre Nichols' death were part of the SCORPION unit, police said.
Mayor Jim Kenney called the video "brutal and inhumane" and Police Commissioner called the officers' actions "appalling."
The release of the video sparked protests in other cities across the U.S. Ross DiMattei reports.
A protest organized by the Philadelphia Party for Socialism and Liberation happened around City Hall Friday night, Ross DiMattei reports.
Matt Petrillo reports.
Tuesday starts with fog and clouds before a sunny day - with a chance of thunderstorms early Wednesday morning.
Part of the New Jersey Turnpike Southbound is blocked today due to a crash involving a tractor-trailer.
Stormy Daniels is in New York and expects to be called to the stand to testify Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the matter.
An Israeli tank unit has rolled in to take "operational control" of the Gaza side of the crucial Rafah border crossing amid talks for a truce.
One of South Philadelphia's iconic cheesesteak shops is preparing for a grand reopening this week.
Tuesday starts with fog and clouds before a sunny day - with a chance of thunderstorms early Wednesday morning.
Kensington Avenue will be shut down from East Orleans Street to Allegheny Avenue on Wednesday as city workers clear an encampment of people in the neighborhood's main corridor.
A 10-year-old boy is dead after he was struck by a teen driver whose car ran off the road in Wilmington, Delaware.
Part of the New Jersey Turnpike Southbound is blocked today due to a crash involving a tractor-trailer.
Stormy Daniels is in New York and expects to be called to the stand to testify Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the matter.
Tuesday starts with fog and clouds before a sunny day - with a chance of thunderstorms early Wednesday morning.
One of South Philadelphia's iconic cheesesteak shops is preparing for a grand reopening this week.
The high-tech lab allows students to help police solve crimes in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
An iconic local jeweler is under new management as the owners turned over the business Monday to several longtime employees for free.
A first-of-its-kind genetic treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is restoring and improving vision.
Tuesday starts with fog and clouds before a sunny day - with a chance of thunderstorms early Wednesday morning.
Part of the New Jersey Turnpike Southbound is blocked today due to a crash involving a tractor-trailer.
An iconic local jeweler is under new management as the owners turned over the business Monday to several longtime employees for free.
Mike Kleidermacher, who survived the Holocaust as a child, served as the keynote speaker at the Sara and Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center at Stockton University.
Philadelphia will see (but not very far) a foggy start to the week Monday. Kate Bilo tracks when the fog clears out and when Philly gets more rain.
Tuesday starts with fog and clouds before a sunny day - with a chance of thunderstorms early Wednesday morning.
A 10-year-old boy is dead after he was struck by a teen driver whose car ran off the road in Wilmington, Delaware.
Police in Dover, Delaware, said two men were arrested for the murder of 18-year-old Camay Mitchell De Silva on Delaware State University's campus in April.
Philadelphia will see (but not very far) a foggy start to the week Monday. Kate Bilo tracks when the fog clears out and when Philly gets more rain.
A whale washed up along the beach in Delaware near the Indian River Inlet on Sunday, the Marine Education, Research and Rehabilitation Institute said.
Recall includes yogurt pretzels and other confections sold by retailers such as Dollar General, HyVee, Target and Walmart.
A first-of-its-kind genetic treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is restoring and improving vision.
The Texas dairy worker infected by H5N1 "did not disclose the name of their workplace," frustrating investigators.
A local teen is leading the charge of over a hundred young people having their hearts checked in Flourtown to honor her sister's memory.
After experiencing female athlete triad herself, medical student Hanna Blankemeier is working to raise awareness.
An iconic local jeweler is under new management as the owners turned over the business Monday to several longtime employees for free.
California is partnering with a New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company to purchase a generic version of Narcan, the most well-known version of naloxone that can save a person's life during an opioid overdose.
Regulators have closed Republic First Bank's 32 branches in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York and they will be taken over by Fulton Bank.
For the second time in a month, Aramark union workers will go on strike, this time during Game 3 of the Philadelphia 76ers-New York Knicks playoff series at the Wells Fargo Center.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Part of the New Jersey Turnpike Southbound is blocked today due to a crash involving a tractor-trailer.
The 45th Annual Broad Street Run happens Sunday, May 5. Here's how to get there and where to park.
A tractor-trailer truck got stuck under an Amtrak bridge on Route 420 in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania on Friday morning.
A driver and passenger on Route 202 were killed after their vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a car-carrier truck in North Wales, Pennsylvania on Monday, according to police.
Starting Monday, the city of Philadelphia is cracking down on drivers who park on streets in the 14 neighborhoods being cleaned as part of the Mechanical Street Cleaning program.
After getting bounced by the New York Knicks in round one, it's now onto the future for Daryl Morey and the Philadelphia 76ers.
Bryce Harper hit a three-run homer and Zack Wheeler struck out 11 in seven innings to help the Philadelphia Phillies complete a four-game sweep of the San Francisco Giants with a 6-1 win.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
Bryce Harper launched a three-run homer, Alec Bohm extended his hitting streak to 18 games and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the San Francisco Giants 5-4 for their fifth straight victory.
Ranger Suárez pitched six strong innings, Whit Merrifield homered and the streaking Philadelphia Phillies routed the San Francisco Giants 14-3 on Saturday night.
The stars came out for the the 2024 Met Gala in New York City. See some of the most eye-catching outfits of the night.
Kendrick Lamar and Drake have each released several ruthless diss tracks against each other, with Kendrick alleging Drake has a secret daughter and making other disturbing accusations.
'Bob Hearts Abishola', the acclaimed comedy, is signing off after its fifth season on CBS.
Tom Brady took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix -- but one joke seemed to anger him.
Bernard Hill died Sunday at 79. The actor was known for his roles in "Lord of the Rings" and "Titanic."
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
ASAP is holding a free-week long program that will teach girls in Philadelphia schools how to play chess.
Great Valley High School senior Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job: campaign manager for Republican Neil Young's run at Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
A 17-year-old driver in Wilmington may face charges after hitting two children who were walking home from school Monday afternoon — more on this story in your Digital Brief for Tuesday, May 7, 2024.
A fire damaged several homes in Philadelphia's Kingsessing neighborhood early Tuesday morning. Firefighters got it under control but not before it spread to at least two other homes.
According to the Pennsylvania Game Commission, a hiker found dangerous dog treats at the George Outerbridge Shelter near the Lehigh Gap Nature Center in Lehigh County.
Early fog and cloud cover should lift around the Philadelphia region on Tuesday morning, and we'll see sunshine bringing the high temperature near 80 in the city and the Lehigh Valley, Kate Bilo reports.
The New Jersey Turnpike southbound is partially blocked in Mount Laurel after a crash involving a tractor-trailer. Chandler Lutz has the latest on the scene and how you can get around it.