2017's Top News Stories
It was a memorable news year in the Delaware Valley in 2017.
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It was a memorable news year in the Delaware Valley in 2017.
A former prosecutor claims his decision in 2005 not to charge Bill Cosby with drugging and molesting a woman led to the comedian paying his accuser.
Bill Cosby will be retried on April 2 on sexual assault charges accusing the 80-year-old comedian of drugging and molesting a woman more than a decade ago.
Cosby is being retried on charges that he assaulted Andrea Constand in 2004.
Cosby's spokesman announced Monday that the 80-year-old comedian is bringing in Tom Mesereau to lead a retooled defense team.
In a motion filed in Montgomery County court on Tuesday, Cosby requested that he be given until Sept. 11 to retain new counsel.
Cosby's retrial is currently scheduled for November 6th.
The overtime cost for sheriff's and detectives was tabulated at $129,000.
Anitra Burrows, 37, admitted recording the defense's closing arguments in the Cosby case and posting them on her YouTube channel.
A new date had been set for Bill Cosby.
Chris discussed Sarah Palin suing the New York Times, Mayor Jim Kenney being recorded by the FBI while wiretapping union leader John Dougherty and New Jersey being named the least patriotic state. At 8:20, he spoke with AB Stoddard from Real Clear Politics about Senate Republicans delaying a vote on their health care bill.
Bill Cosby is not planning to hold a "sexual assault tour," the comedian said in a statement on Tuesday.
The stage for Bill Cosby's next legal challenge shifts to California with a hearing scheduled Tuesday to set a trial date in a lawsuit accusing him of sexually assaulting a teen at the Playboy Mansion more than 40 years ago.
Ben's Chili Bowl has a new mural on display at its historic U Street location, and it doesn't include Cosby.
Bill Cosby accuser Linda Kirkpatrick reacted with fury Saturday to news that the comedian plans to host a series of town halls to educate young people on sexual assault.
Ken Matthews sits in for Dom. Ken discussed the newest health care bill from the Republicans,Congress' attempt to prevent airlines from removing passengers on planes, Bill Cosby's planned town halls on avoiding sexual assault and the public assistance integrity act.
Chris discussed the Senate Republicans releasing a healthcare bill and the response from Democrats. He spoke with economist Chris Butler on Finance Friday at 7:00 about the economic impact of the bill and Pennsylvania Senator Pat Toomey at 7:35 about his role in the process. He also talked to comedian Emma Willmann at 7:20, who will be performing at Punchline Philly this weekend.
A jury was unable to reach a verdict in the Cosby sexual assault case over the weekend.
The nearly two-hour-long video opens with photos outside the courthouse and audio of the judge instructing the jury prior to closing arguments.
The final 22 hours were tense, according to the juror.
Chris reviewed yesterday's details from the Seth Williams trial, Joy Behar questioning Democrats' campaign strategy and seven pounds of illegal snails discovered by customs agents. At 7:20, he spoke with comedian Mitch Fatel, who will be performing at Helium Comedy Club this weekend.
Judge Steven O'Neill granted the media's request to release the names.
It was a boom for business, but the Cosby trial will likely be a bang for taxpayers.
A man who says he was an alternate juror in the Bill Cosby sexual assault trial is having his say.
Several news operations are challenging a protective order that shields the jurors' identities.
Israel and the Iran-backed group Hezbollah have apparently reached an agreement to end their year-long war in Lebanon.
Christopher Fitzgerald's name will be added to a post office on Bustleton Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia after President Biden signed a bill into law.
For the 10th year running, Collegeville Italian Bakery is providing hot meals to police officers, firefighters and EMTs who have to work on Thanksgiving.
A 33-year-old man was shot and killed on the 5200 block of Market Street, Philadelphia police said.
Millions of Americans would be eligible to have popular weight-loss drugs like Wegovy or Ozempic covered by Medicare and Medicaid under a rule the Biden administration has proposed.
Israel and the Iran-backed group Hezbollah have apparently reached an agreement to end their year-long war in Lebanon.
The holiday travel blitz in the Philadelphia region is underway, and travelers are expected to take the skies and the roads for Thanksgiving.
Christopher Fitzgerald's name will be added to a post office on Bustleton Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia after President Biden signed a bill into law.
Brandon Graham suffered the injury in the team's 37-20 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday night.
For the 10th year running, Collegeville Italian Bakery is providing hot meals to police officers, firefighters and EMTs who have to work on Thanksgiving.
Christopher Fitzgerald's name will be added to a post office on Bustleton Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia after President Biden signed a bill into law.
For the 10th year running, Collegeville Italian Bakery is providing hot meals to police officers, firefighters and EMTs who have to work on Thanksgiving.
A 33-year-old man was shot and killed on the 5200 block of Market Street, Philadelphia police said.
Philadelphia police are looking for a 19-year-old man who they say promoted illegal car meetups on social media.
Katie Florio won the women's race at the Philadelphia Marathon 13 months after giving birth to her son.
Police in Washington Township say they're "cooking up an investigation" after an Uber Eats burrito delivery turned out to be marijuana in disguise.
Ocean City residents were able to hear from the developer about his plans to transform Gillian's Wonderland Pier into a hotel.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
A new work program called the Hope Work Initiative launched this week in Atlantic City to give people experiencing homelessness a second chance.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
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.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
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.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Ocean City residents were able to hear from the developer about his plans to transform Gillian's Wonderland Pier into a hotel.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
The bar made the announcement on social media in a collaborative post with all other Bark Social locations.
The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
The Eagles running back is looking to get into sports consulting and talent management, the application shows.
The holiday travel blitz in the Philadelphia region is underway, and travelers are expected to take the skies and the roads for Thanksgiving.
Thorndale line train service was suspended in both directions between Center City and Thorndale Station Monday afternoon, according to SEPTA.
I-95 north has reopened between Exit 32 at Academy Road/Linden Avenue and Exit 35 at Woodhaven Road/63 West after a crash early Monday morning.
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
Jack Eichel got the lone goal in the shootout and the Vegas Golden Knights overcame a three-goal deficit to defeat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-4 on Monday night.
Brandon Graham suffered the injury in the team's 37-20 victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday night.
Katie Florio won the women's race at the Philadelphia Marathon 13 months after giving birth to her son.
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said he's holding out hope for Graham's return.
Saquon Barkley ran for touchdowns of 70 and 72 yards in the second half and finished with an Eagles-record 255 yards rushing in the win over the Rams.
For the 10th year running, Collegeville Italian Bakery is providing hot meals to police officers, firefighters and EMTs who have to work on Thanksgiving.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
The Stardew Valley Symphony of Seasons tour is bringing a video game soundtrack to over 60 cities.
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.
"How the Grinch Stole Christmas" opens today, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024 at The Miller Theater on Broad Street in Philadelphia. Tickets are on sale now, The Grinch tells our Janelle Burrell.
Hearings resume in Philadelphia Tuesday on the proposal to build a new 76ers arena in Center City, Thanksgiving travel expected to break records, and meteorologist Kate Bilo is tracking more rain on Thanksgiving. More on these stories in your Digital Brief for Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024.
First responders working on Thanksgiving can get a hot meal courtesy of Collegeville Italian Bakery, where owners said they're happy to help give back. Howard Monroe chats with bakery owner Steve Carcarey about the Pizza with a Purpose program that feeds police officers from 20 different departments on the holiday.
Philadelphia police responding to reports of a shooting near the 5200 block of Market Street found a 33-year-old man and pronounced him dead Tuesday.
Thanksgiving is just days away, and a record number of Americans are expected to travel this week, either by car or by plane. CBS News Philadelphia's Brandon Goldner has what you need to know before heading out for the holidays.