Closing arguments expected to begin in federal embezzlement trial of John Dougherty
The former labor leader was convicted of federal bribery charges two years ago along with former city councilmember Bobby Henon.
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The former labor leader was convicted of federal bribery charges two years ago along with former city councilmember Bobby Henon.
Better known as "Johnny Doc," Dougherty is accused of embezzling money from IBEW Local 98.
Dougherty, also known as Johnny Doc, a former IBEW Local 98 leader, is accused of embezzling money from the union. He was convicted on fraud charges in 2021.
The former councilmember and IBEW Local 98 political director was convicted in a bribery and corruption scandal.
Dougherty and his nephew, Gregory Fiocca, were indicted by a federal grand jury for extortion and conspiracy.
Bobby Henon, the Philadelphia councilman who was convicted last November in a bribery and corruption scandal involving labor union boss John Dougherty, has announced his resignation from the council.
The proposal comes on the heels of guilty verdicts against John Dougherty and City Councilmember Bobby Henon in their corruption trial.
Henon has not yet resigned from City Council.
Some councilmembers are saying members shouldn't be allowed to keep their second jobs.
John Dougherty was first elected as business manager of Local 98 in 1993.
Dougherty was found guilty on 8 of 11 counts and Henon was found guilty on 10 of 18 counts.
Court officials were hoping for a verdict Friday, but the jury had more questions for the judge.
Deliberations are slated to begin Wednesday in the trial of Philadelphia labor boss John Dougherty and city councilmember Bobby Henon after a positive COVID case on the jury delayed the trial.
The trial of labor union leader John Doughtery and councilman Bobby Henon has been delayed due to a COVID-19 exposure among jurors, according to the judge presiding in the case.
Prosecutors accuse Henon of using his office to benefit Dougherty and the electrician's union, IBEW Local 98.
The bribery and corruption trial for Philadelphia labor leader John Dougherty and city councilmember Bobby Henon continues Thursday morning after more questions about Henon's involvement in the Verizon Fios rollout.
The defense teams are trying to paint Dougherty and Henon as people who were looking out for union laborers
After recalling two special agents to the witness stand, the prosecution rested its case Tuesday.
FBI wiretaps between Dougherty and Henon were made public for the first time during the trial on Monday.
Listen to the audio exhibits played at trial from Oct. 5, 2021 through Oct. 26, 2021. ***WARNING: The audio files may contain explicit language***
The judge says attorneys are working out if the government will rest its case on Thursday.
In court Monday, the testimony was all about, let's make a deal.
Hours of testimony focused on a Comcast franchise agreement with the city of Philadelphia -- a negotiated 15-year deal worth hundreds of millions of dollars.
The jury heard wiretapped phone calls from 2016 between Dougherty, Henon and the mayor mapping out how to implement a sugary beverage tax.
The eighth day of testimony in the corruption trial of city councilmember Bobby Henon and Philadelphia union boss John Dougherty will get underway Friday morning.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Twice-weekly trash pickup starts on Dec. 2 for certain neighborhoods, but more parts of Philadelphia will get two days of trash pickup starting in the fall of 2025.
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.
Walnut Wonderland is serving up holiday cheer between buildings in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square.
Wednesday will be cloudy and mild again with highs in the low 60s but rain is expected later in the Philadelphia region.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Twice-weekly trash pickup starts on Dec. 2 for certain neighborhoods, but more parts of Philadelphia will get two days of trash pickup starting in the fall of 2025.
Delaware Rep.-elect Sarah McBride has become the target of South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace, who introduced a resolution to prevent trans women from using the women's restroom on Capitol Hill.
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.
Walnut Wonderland is serving up holiday cheer between buildings in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Twice-weekly trash pickup starts on Dec. 2 for certain neighborhoods, but more parts of Philadelphia will get two days of trash pickup starting in the fall of 2025.
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Delaware Rep.-elect Sarah McBride has become the target of South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace, who introduced a resolution to prevent trans women from using the women's restroom on Capitol Hill.
The New Jersey Department of Health says it found multiple violations at Medford Care Center. The owner disputes those allegations.
Denise Hall, 65, of Gloucester Township, will run her 100th half marathon this Saturday as part of the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service says a 40-acre wildfire in Hainesport, Burlington County, is 75% contained.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service said a wildfire burning near Pine Park and the Lakewood Country Club is 75% contained as of Tuesday evening.
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.
We have a good chance to see some rain in the Philadelphia region Wednesday and Thursday.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
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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.
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.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Three unions representing SEPTA and city workers could go all on strike at the same time.
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.
Philadelphia City Council continued to hear testimony on the controversial downtown 76ers arena on Tuesday.
The Philadelphia Phillies added three right-handed pitchers to the team's 40-man roster ahead of the deadline to protect them from the Rule 5 draft.
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The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
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The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
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Expect some rain overnight Wednesday into Thursday before temperatures slide to the 40s and then closer to freezing heading into Friday. There's a chance we could see some snow flakes flying in Philadelphia on Friday, but don't expect any accumulation, NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo reports.
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.
A winter wonderland has taken over Walnut Garden in Center City Philadelphia with Christmas lights, festive snacks and even a visit from Santa.
Rookie cornerback Cooper DeJean was among the Eagles players who took part in a turkey drive on Tuesday night in West Philadelphia.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will be cloudy with a sprinkle early, and rain and wind arrive later in the night. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.