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A brand new program will be coming to Big Brothers Big Sisters as a way to rehabilitate victims of human trafficking in Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Police are launching a special task force to battle the growing problem of Human Traffickers preying on children in Philadelphia, CBS has learned.
A Philadelphia-based non-profit is hosting the city's first "Walk for Freedom" on Saturday.
Acting New Jersey Attorney General John Hoffman says Michael McLeod, David Powell Jr. and Tyree Jeter, all of Jersey City, and Demetrius James Hayward, of Summerville, South Carolina, also face conspiracy, child endangerment and numerous other counts.
Officials say Michael D. Watts, 43, is accused of luring a 20-year-old Texas woman to New Jersey by promising her a modeling job.
Two people have been sentenced to prison terms in New Jersey for recruiting a woman in North Carolina to work in the sex trade.
Five New Jersey men have been indicted in connection with two slayings linked to a statewide human trafficking ring, including that of one man who authorities say was operating a rival brothel.
Human trafficking often involves forced prostitution – and now Philadelphia City Council is considering new regulations on local hotels aimed at preventing that.
A federal jury has heard opening statements and the start of testimony, which resumes this morning.
January is human trafficking awareness month and a Kensington drop-in center for women is using the time to educate their public about the sex trade going on right under your nose.
New Jersey officials are marking the tenth anniversary of the formation of the state's Human Trafficking Task Force by hammering home a simple message: "Know it. See it. Report it."
An investigation then revealed that Hall was allegedly forcing the woman to engage in prostitution several times a day by threatening her with violence.
A man and woman have been charged with allegedly committing human trafficking by prostituting a 16-year-old girl.
One of the challenges, noted US Rep. Pat Meehan (far right), is prosecuting those responsible for the activity.
KYW's Tony Hanson reports the defendant, from Philadelphia, allegedly used force and threats to control his prostitutes, including a girl who was just 16-years-old at the time.
Ten men are under arrest in Montgomery County snagged in a sting operation targeting human trafficking and the commercial sex trade in the Montgomeryville area.
The investigation began when a 26-year-old woman from South Carolina called police from New Jersey hotel reporting that she had been held against her will for week and was forced to perform sexual acts with numerous males for money.
Montgomery County District Attorney Risa Vetri Ferman and Upper Merion Township Chief Thomas Nolan announced the arrests of six men for patronizing prostitutes.
As New Jersey gears up for Sunday's Super Bowl, authorities are shining a light on the darker side to the big game -- human trafficking.
"We're trying to look for that predator that's preying on the vulnerable," says Septa police chief Tom Nestel.
Elie Honig, director of the state's Division of Criminal Justice, says cops won't be the only ones with eyes peeled.
At a summit on human trafficking Friday in Trenton, the State Attorney General's Office described efforts to step up enforcement, awareness, training and victim services.
The victims, indentified in court only as Minor 1, Minor 2, and Minor 3, were in their mid teens when they were lured into child prostitution.
Assistant US attorney Dan Velez says at its core, human trafficking is modern-day slavery "(that) involves the exploitation of people for either commercial sex or for forced labor."
McIntyre, who was arrested following an investigation by the FBI and Pa. State Police, faces a minimum mandatory sentence of 15 years.
Sunday is a pleasant day with mostly sunny skies to start, and a much lighter breeze.
Travis Konecny's two goals and Matvei Michkov's two assists secured the Flyers' third straight win as they defeated the Sabres 5-2.
An investigation is underway after a 41-year-old man died after being shot multiple times in Northeast Philadelphia.
A baby was able to be delivered after a pregnant woman found with a gunshot wound in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania died.
Wilmington police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that critically injured three women early Saturday morning.
Sunday is a pleasant day with mostly sunny skies to start, and a much lighter breeze.
Travis Konecny's two goals and Matvei Michkov's two assists secured the Flyers' third straight win as they defeated the Sabres 5-2.
An investigation is underway after a 41-year-old man died after being shot multiple times in Northeast Philadelphia.
Another work week is in the books, and now it's time to celebrate your much-deserved downtime. Here's what's going on in Philadelphia this weekend.
Sen. Bob Casey is locked in a tight race with Dave McCormick in Pennsylvania. There will be an automatic recount of the votes, state officials say.
Sunday is a pleasant day with mostly sunny skies to start, and a much lighter breeze.
A baby was able to be delivered after a pregnant woman found with a gunshot wound in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania died.
The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching which can only mean Christmas shoppers are about to take over malls in full force.
A building that houses two units was heavily damaged in a fire in Langhorne on Saturday.
High pressure will build in from the Midwest for the weekend promoting plenty of sunshine and providing drier air and breezy conditions for Saturday.
Sunday is a pleasant day with mostly sunny skies to start, and a much lighter breeze.
The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching which can only mean Christmas shoppers are about to take over malls in full force.
High pressure will build in from the Midwest for the weekend promoting plenty of sunshine and providing drier air and breezy conditions for Saturday.
Rep. Josh Gottheimer, a vocal critic of New York City congestion pricing, says he is running for governor of New Jersey.
New Jersey remains under a drought warning on Friday and there could be a drought emergency in the days ahead.
Sunday is a pleasant day with mostly sunny skies to start, and a much lighter breeze.
Wilmington police are investigating a hit-and-run crash that critically injured three women early Saturday morning.
High pressure will build in from the Midwest for the weekend promoting plenty of sunshine and providing drier air and breezy conditions for Saturday.
Saint Mark's High School in Wilmington hosted a special event Monday to honor veterans, military members and their families.
Here's a list of events honoring veterans and their patriotism, plus some freebies and discounts for them this holiday.
Meet Hassan Paige, a man from Bucks County, who is one of the finalists of the "2024 Ultimate Men's Health Guy."
Years after suffering a birth injury, Ryan Stehlik is playing lacrosse and wants to eventually become a physical therapist and help others.
This nonprofit, Climbing for Community, helps connect children in underserved communities with the benefits of rock climbing.
The 65-year-old actor and stand-up comedian, best known for portraying Joey Gladstone on "Full House," said he first noticed symptoms in October.
Dozens of young women from Philadelphia were encouraged to pursue careers in STEM during an event at Penn Medicine.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
Xfinity Live!, the popular bar and entertainment venue at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, is getting a multi-million dollar makeover.
The Hershey Company recently announced the acquisition of the sour candy brand, Sour Strips.
Von Maur, one of the country's top retailers, held its grand opening Saturday at South Hills Village.
Devon Seafood in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square is set to close on Dec. 31.
Some members of Philadelphia City Council want federal funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to save SEPTA, which is facing a fiscal cliff.
A driver had to be extricated after his truck and a school bus crashed in Lower Moreland. At least one student had minor injuries.
Lower Merion Police have located the vehicle and driver wanted in a deadly hit-and-run of a woman in a wheelchair along City Avenue.
Federal money used to help SEPTA make up for lost riders is about to run out – and major cuts could be coming if that money is not replaced.
All lanes reopened after a crash blocked westbound lanes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike near Bensalem on Tuesday morning.
Travis Konecny's two goals and Matvei Michkov's two assists secured the Flyers' third straight win as they defeated the Sabres 5-2.
The Orlando Magic pulled away in the fourth quarter to a 98-86 win over the Philadelphia 76ers in an NBA Cup game.
Mike Tyson, a boxing legend, and Jake Paul, a social media legend, threw down Friday in Dallas. Financially, they both came out winners.
The Eagles' win improves the Birds to 8-2 and extends their winning streak to six games.
Matvei Michkov scored in overtime to give the Philadelphia Flyers a 5-4 comeback victory over the Ottawa Senators Thursday.
The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching which can only mean Christmas shoppers are about to take over malls in full force.
Another work week is in the books, and now it's time to celebrate your much-deserved downtime. Here's what's going on in Philadelphia this weekend.
Mike Tyson, a boxing legend, and Jake Paul, a social media legend, threw down Friday in Dallas. Financially, they both came out winners.
Jason Kelce and Stevie Nicks have ousted Mariah Carey atop the iTunes holiday song chart with their single "Maybe This Christmas."
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
Ukee Washington reports.
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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.
The investigation continues into how a woman on foot was hit by a car on i-95 yesterday.
Sunday is a pleasant day with mostly sunny skies to start, and a much lighter breeze. There will be increasing clouds ahead of a front that crosses our area Monday. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Three women are hospitalized with serious injuries after they were struck by a hit-and-run driver along a bustling street in Wilmington, Delaware on Saturday. Police are still searching for whoever was behind the wheel of that vehicle. The family of one of the victims talked to Ryan Hughes.
Finally, on Saturday, it was all-you-can-eat chicken nuggets at Philly’s first “Nugget-Fest.” At Ladder 15 in Center City, hosted by the city’s DJ Nugget, nuggets were everywhere.
By Tuesday, cloud coverage will increase and the chances for rain start late Wednesday which could bring colder temperatures. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has your nightly forecast.