Uber driver charged in rape of Villanova University student, sources say
Sources say an Uber driver was arrested and charged Friday morning in the alleged rape of a Villanova University student that happened three weeks ago inside a campus dorm.
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Sources say an Uber driver was arrested and charged Friday morning in the alleged rape of a Villanova University student that happened three weeks ago inside a campus dorm.
Police said patrols had increased last week but have not provided any new information about the alleged attack.
Police at Villanova University are investigating after they said an Uber driver raped a student in a campus residence hall.
The Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is mourning the loss of their brother after his Uber driver made an illegal turn and crashed on Kelly Drive.
A passenger in an Uber who was killed in a crash in Philadelphia on Aug. 15 was identified as 41-year-old Steven Tyree Moultrie. Uber said in a statement that the driver in the crash was removed from their platform.
The passenger in an Uber car died in a crash on Kelly Drive in Philadelphia Thursday, police said. The driver made an illegal turn into oncoming traffic, according to police.
Under the new proposed legislation, rideshare drivers would need to take measures to identify themselves throughout their vehicle.
Overnight U.S. officials confirmed to CBS News that an Israeli missile struck Iran. And Uber is adding a new way for riders to get verified and launching the test program in several cities including Philadelphia. Janelle Burrell has your latest morning headlines with the weather forecast from Kate Bilo.
Police said the manager of a West Oak Lane Rite Aid was robbed after hailing an Uber ride to deliver a cash deposit for the business.
Police say two masked men in a Honda CR-V intentionally caused a crash with an Uber, then got out and robbed the Uber passenger - a manager at a Philadelphia Rite Aid store.
Some Uber and Lyft drivers in the Philadelphia area are looking for more love from their companies this Valentine's Day.
A strike is looking to put the brakes on ride-hailing services in Philadelphia and nine other U.S. cities on Valentine's Day.
We spoke with the owner of a parked car hit by a juvenile who police say stole a delivery driver's car and led police on a chase in North Philadelphia.
Partygoers at participating establishments can get an Uber voucher valued up to $25 while supplies last.
Partygoers at participating establishments can get an Uber voucher, valued up to $25, while supplies last. The offer opens Saturday at 2 p.m. and ends at 4 a.m. Monday, New Year's Day.
Uber Eats announced it will allow customers to use food stamps for food orders beginning next year.
Temple students can get a free ride home if they're feeling unsafe thanks to a student organization's partnership with Uber.
Temple students who may be worried about their safety and want to leave a situation early can now get a free ride home.
A 5K will be held on Saturday at the Gazebo Park in Sami's name to support rideshare safety.
Audio recordings won't be available unless a driver or rider submits a safety report with the recording attached, Uber claimed in a news release.
The driver, Michael Almonte, was a husband and father of three young children. His family says they are struggling to accept what happened.
Last Wednesday night, Michael Almonte, 34, was driving for Uber near 13th Street and West Lehigh Avenue when he was struck by a bullet one time in the head.
An Uber driver was shot while driving with a passenger in North Philadelphia.
Jan Carabeo reports.
Delivery and ride-sharing drivers share concerns for their health as they continue to work in hazy smoke conditions.
Traffic on the George C. Platt Memorial Bridge was blocked in both directions Tuesday morning after a car caught fire.
The Brandywine Warriors need to raise more than $10,000 before traveling to Florida to compete in the 2024 United YFL Championship tournament.
Kutztown Borough Police said a skimmer was found Dec. 1 on the Santander ATM located inside the CVS store's photo section.
The cold conditions will continue on Tuesday with morning lows in the 20s and daytime highs only reaching the mid-low 40s in the Philadelphia region.
Deep divisions erupted Monday night during the final public comment session on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
Traffic on the George C. Platt Memorial Bridge was blocked in both directions Tuesday morning after a car caught fire.
The Brandywine Warriors need to raise more than $10,000 before traveling to Florida to compete in the 2024 United YFL Championship tournament.
Kutztown Borough Police said a skimmer was found Dec. 1 on the Santander ATM located inside the CVS store's photo section.
The cold conditions will continue on Tuesday with morning lows in the 20s and daytime highs only reaching the mid-low 40s in the Philadelphia region.
Deep divisions erupted Monday night during the final public comment session on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
Traffic on the George C. Platt Memorial Bridge was blocked in both directions Tuesday morning after a car caught fire.
Kutztown Borough Police said a skimmer was found Dec. 1 on the Santander ATM located inside the CVS store's photo section.
Penn grad Sophia Schiaroli created Cherry Social to cultivate a safe space for the queer community.
Starting Monday, sanitation workers will pick up trash twice a week in Center City and South Philadelphia. Here's what residents should know.
U.S. Marshals are offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to 29-year-old Geovanni Otero's arrest for allegedly killing a woman whose body was found in a Northeast Philly park.
A pedestrian was struck and killed on Route 130 in Burlington County Monday night, emergency officials said.
Walking pneumonia has increased all over the country and here in the Philadelphia region, where younger children are being especially hard hit.
A Canadian man has been arrested for the murder of Tammy Tignor, whose was found strangled to death in a New Jersey park in 1997.
Gov. Phil Murphy's administration says New Jersey's gas tax will climb about 6% to 44.9 cents a gallon starting New Year's Day.
Multiple fire crews responded to a three-alarm fire at a building in Maple Shade, New Jersey, early Monday morning.
The Brandywine Warriors need to raise more than $10,000 before traveling to Florida to compete in the 2024 United YFL Championship tournament.
Delaware State Police are investigating after a New York man was robbed and shot at the Biden Welcome Center in Newark Sunday morning.
Multiple backups were seen on traffic cameras on I-95 as crews responded to multiple crashes Wednesday morning.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
Walking pneumonia has increased all over the country and here in the Philadelphia region, where younger children are being especially hard hit.
The holiday season can be triggering for people in recovery. Experts share tips to ease the pressure.
Michael Profeto received the 1,000th kidney transplant at Temple University Hospital during Thanksgiving week.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
Deep divisions erupted Monday night during the final public comment session on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
Black Friday is not just a major shopping day, it's also a crucial day for many small businesses that rely on their deep connection with their customers.
Some of the Philadelphia region's best malls saw an influx of customers on Black Friday.
The Thanksgiving food shopping rush is well underway at Philadelphia staples like Reading Terminal Market and the Italian Market.
Triple Bottom Brewing's apprenticeships provide opportunities for people involved with the justice system.
Traffic on the George C. Platt Memorial Bridge was blocked in both directions Tuesday morning after a car caught fire.
Sources told CBS Philadelphia conversations are ongoing to find a better, permanent location for a bus terminal in the city.
Plenty of people were also returning to the Philadelphia area after spending the holiday away.
Gov. Phil Murphy's administration says New Jersey's gas tax will climb about 6% to 44.9 cents a gallon starting New Year's Day.
Amtrak says train service between Philadelphia and New York City has been fully restored, but riders may still experience delays.
Deep divisions erupted Monday night during the final public comment session on the Philadelphia 76ers' proposal to build a $1.3 billion arena in Center City.
The Philadelphia Eagles have a clear path to the NFC East title are threatening the Detroit Lions for the top seed in the conference.
K.C. Keeler will take over as head football coach at Temple University.
The Philadelphia Eagles flew to victory and extended their winning streak to 10-2 Sunday night at the M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
The Philadelphia Eagles look to extend their winning streak to eight games Sunday in a battle of the birds with the Baltimore Ravens.
Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a "severe" eye infection.
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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 Platt Bridge near the Philadelphia International Airport has reopened Tuesday morning after a car fire stopped traffic in both directions for several hours.
A crash in Fairmount Park is under investigation - meanwhile, the final legislative hearing in Philadelphia CIty Council on the proposed new 76ers arena is taking place Tuesday after tensions ran high during previous public comment sessions. Jim Donovan has your latest morning headlines with weather from NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
Ross DiMattei was live all morning at Cherry Hill High School East in New Jersey for a preview of the upcoming "Miracle on 34th Street." In case you missed it, here's everything we can show you online - minus the copyrighted song we're not allowed to use on our digital platforms. You'll just have to check out the show if you want to hear it! The show opens on Dec. 6!
A NEXT Weather Alert is in effect for Thursday, when snow and rain give way to howling winds and a blast of chilly Arctic air that will feel brutally cold. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your forecast for today, tomorrow and the week ahead.
The Brandywine Warriors youth football team needs to raise more than $10,000 before traveling to Florida to compete in the 2024 United YFL Championship tournament.