Prosecutors to seek Hunter Biden indictment this month, special counsel says
Special counsel David Weiss made the disclosure in a filing to a Delaware federal court Wednesday.
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Special counsel David Weiss made the disclosure in a filing to a Delaware federal court Wednesday.
Special Counsel David Weiss appears to be willing to end the investigation into Hunter Biden without any charges, according to a report.
Christopher Clark sought permission Tuesday from a federal judge to withdraw from Hunter Biden's defense, citing the possibility that the now-defunct plea agreement and other discussions with prosecutors could become the focus of a new legal dispute. https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/news/hunter-biden-criminal-attorney-withdraw-from-case/
Hunter Biden's lawyers on Sunday said they believed an agreement to resolve a felony gun possession charge was "valid and binding."
The move comes days after Attorney General Merrick Garland appointed a special counsel to oversee the investigation into the president's son.
Hunter Biden's attorney says a trial is not inevitable despite the appointment of a special council last week
A plea deal between prosecutors and Hunter Biden fell apart last month following a dispute about an immunity provision.
David Weiss, the Donald Trump-appointed US attorney who on Friday was named a special counsel leading the investigation into President Joe Biden's son Hunter, has decades of experience as a federal prosecutor.
Weiss, the top federal prosecutor in Delaware since 2018, has been investigating Hunter Biden since 2019.
The president said he and the first lady "only want what is best for all of our grandchildren, including Navy."
Hunter Biden left a federal courthouse in Wilmington, Delaware, Wednesday after his plea agreement collapsed.
Hunter Biden's lawyers struck a plea deal with prosecutors months ago, but Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill claim not all the evidence was considered.
The tentative plea agreement reached by Hunter Biden's attorneys and prosecutors crumbled in Judge Maryellen Noreika's courtroom.
Criminal defense attorney Amato Sanita said some issues came up involving immunity and how far back we can go to continue or discontinue investigating Hunter Biden.
Hunter Biden's plea deal is officially off Wednesday after it fell through shortly after President Joe Biden's son arrived at a federal court where he was expected to plead guilty to two tax crimes and admit possessing a gun as a drug user in a deal with the Justice Department that was likely to spare him time behind bars.
Hunter Biden's plea deal is off Wednesday, CBS News confirmed shortly after President Joe Biden's son arrived at a federal court where he was expected to plead guilty to two tax crimes and admit possessing a gun as a drug user in a deal with the Justice Department that was likely to spare him time behind bars.
Hunter Biden's lawyers struck a plea deal with prosecutors months ago, but Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill claim not all the evidence was considered.
The Internal Revenue Service case agent who handled "95%" of the tax evidence in the Hunter Biden investigation told CBS News that he "felt handcuffed" during the five-year probe and blocked from pursuing leads that he thought might implicate Hunter Biden's father, President Joe Biden.
An IRS whistleblower in the Hunter Biden investigation told CBS News he was blocked from pursuing leads that he thought might implicate Joe Biden. He testifies at a House hearing Wednesday.
Federal District Judge Maryellen Noreika, a former patent lawyer in Delaware, will preside over the case that Justice Department brought against Hunter Biden.
The U.S. attorney is expected to recommend probation for Hunter Biden, not jail time.
President Joe Biden's son has reached a tentative plea deal with the U.S. Attorney in Delaware.
The U.S. attorney is expected to recommend probation for Hunter Biden, not jail time.
Hunter Biden reaches deal to plead guilty to tax charges following federal investigation
Hunter Biden would also admit to a gun charge, which can be dismissed if he stays clean and out of trouble.
Friday will start off with mostly sunny skies, but a quick-moving system will approach the Philadelphia area through the afternoon and bring snow showers in the evening.
U.S. Rep.-elect Sarah McBride, of Delaware, will be sworn in as the first openly transgender member of Congress on Jan. 3.
Notre Dame and Penn State will face off in the semifinals of the College Football Playoff in the Orange Bowl in Miami on Jan 9.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith proposed to his girlfriend, Mya Danielle, on New Year's Eve.
John Romano is charged with ethnic intimidation and other offenses after he allegedly hurled racial epithets at a Black woman in Folcroft.
Former Princeton football player Tiger Bech and Billy DiMaio, a former Chestnut Hill College lacrosse player, were identified as victims in the New Year's Day terror attack.
A child died and at least 17 people were taken to the hospital after a fire in Ewing Township, New Jersey, Thursday afternoon.
Friday will start off with mostly sunny skies, but a quick-moving system will approach the Philadelphia area through the afternoon and bring snow showers in the evening.
U.S. Rep.-elect Sarah McBride, of Delaware, will be sworn in as the first openly transgender member of Congress on Jan. 3.
Notre Dame and Penn State will face off in the semifinals of the College Football Playoff in the Orange Bowl in Miami on Jan 9.
Friday will start off with mostly sunny skies, but a quick-moving system will approach the Philadelphia area through the afternoon and bring snow showers in the evening.
John Romano is charged with ethnic intimidation and other offenses after he allegedly hurled racial epithets at a Black woman in Folcroft.
Instead of arresting juveniles, Philadelphia police say they'll become part of a new diversion program aimed at keeping kids out of the criminal justice system when possible.
According to the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, New Jersey, 2024 tied the record for warmest year in Philadelphia and the surrounding area.
The Pennsylvania Farm Show's annual butter sculpture features a dairy cow and a backdrop depicting the Keystone State.
Friday will start off with mostly sunny skies, but a quick-moving system will approach the Philadelphia area through the afternoon and bring snow showers in the evening.
A child died and at least 17 people were taken to the hospital after a fire in Ewing Township, New Jersey, Thursday afternoon.
New Jersey kicks off 2025 with a surge in several respiratory illnesses — influenza, RSV and COVID.
From minimum wage increases to changes in health insurance coverage, here's a look at some of the new laws taking effect in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware in 2025.
South Jersey police said a driver crashed her car through the ambulance bay doors at Bridgeton Inspira Hospital on New Year's Eve and nearly hit a security guard inside the building.
Friday will start off with mostly sunny skies, but a quick-moving system will approach the Philadelphia area through the afternoon and bring snow showers in the evening.
U.S. Rep.-elect Sarah McBride, of Delaware, will be sworn in as the first openly transgender member of Congress on Jan. 3.
From minimum wage increases to changes in health insurance coverage, here's a look at some of the new laws taking effect in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware in 2025.
Officials say 40 to 50 snow geese, including some at a southern Delaware wildfire refuge, have tested positive for avian influenza.
A fire on New Year's Day at the Fox Run Apartments in Bear, Delaware, has displaced about three dozen people, officials said.
New Jersey kicks off 2025 with a surge in several respiratory illnesses — influenza, RSV and COVID.
Broccoli florets from California grower and sold at more than 1,000 Walmart stores are recalled because they could contain listeria.
Officials say 40 to 50 snow geese, including some at a southern Delaware wildfire refuge, have tested positive for avian influenza.
Gardners Candies warns that recalled Meltaway Bars product may contain undeclared cashews, a health risk for people with tree nut allergies.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts sustained a concussion in the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Commanders.
The micro bakery gets a glow-up with its first brick-and-mortar location in Philadelphia's East Kensington neighborhood.
If you're heading out for a last-minute gift in the Philadelphia area, time is ticking. Here are the hours for local malls.
Capitol buildings are almost always an imposing presence.
Sang Kee Peking Duck House was closed for about a week after a flood of steam damaged the electrical system and fire alarm inside.
More than 80% of retailers rolled out stricter return policies last year, research shows.
SEPTA officials warned customers of a card production issue impacting some customers on Thursday.
I-95 southbound was closed in northern Delaware Wednesday morning after a fatal crash involving two paramedics and a Newark resident.
Traffic is moving again on Kelly Drive near Boathouse Row after an accident.
The 2025 Mummers Parade will result in Philadelphia road closures and parking restrictions. Here's what you need to know.
New federal regulations are in effect for U.S. airlines, meaning faster, easier refunds for flight cancelations or significant disruptions if you choose not to be rebooked.
Notre Dame and Penn State will face off in the semifinals of the College Football Playoff in the Orange Bowl in Miami on Jan 9.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith proposed to his girlfriend, Mya Danielle, on New Year's Eve.
The Philadelphia Union hired former St. Louis City SC manager Bradley Carnell as their fourth head coach in club history.
Six Philadelphia Eagles, including Saquon Barkley, Cam Jurgens, and Jalen Carter, were named to the 2025 NFL Pro Bowl Games.
Saquon Barkley has said he wasn't scared of making history, but he understands the Eagles' decision to sit him in the regular season finale against the Giants.
Wayne Osmond started his musical career as an original member of The Osmonds with his brothers.
Ready to ring in 2025 Philadelphia style? Here's a list of New Year's Eve celebrations in the Philadelphia area.
What better way to kick off 2025 than with an out-of-this-world fireworks display? Here's a list of fireworks shows happening this New Year's Eve around the Philadelphia region.
Linda Lavin, a Tony Award-winning stage actress who became a working class icon as a paper-hat wearing waitress on the TV sitcom "Alice," has died. She was 87.
Olivia Hussey won a Golden Globe for best new actress for her part as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 adaptation of William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet."
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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.
A 6-year-old child died and a firefighter and multiple residents and police officers were taken to the hospital after a fire at an apartment building in Ewing Township, New Jersey, police said.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith proposed to his girlfriend, Mya Daniella, on New Year's Eve.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region as we're tracking two chances of snow over the next week.
This Sunday, CBS presents the 82nd annual Golden Globes. The star-studded award show will be hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser who is also a Golden Globe nominee this year. Natasha Brown got to chat with Glaser ahead of one of Hollywood's biggest nights. You can watch the 82nd annual Golden Globes live at 8 p.m. on CBS Philadelphia and streaming on Paramount+.
Signs of change ring in the new year for SEPTA riders. SEPTA shared this picture on Instagram on Tuesday of new signs going up inside the Broad Street concourse. The "L" stands for the Market-Frankford Line, "B” for the Broad Street Line and "T" for the trolleys in West Philly. It's going to take about two years to get all of the signage replaced.