Homicides in Philly dropped by 36% in 2024 as other crimes went down
Numbers from the Philadelphia Police Department show crime is down for the first time since before the pandemic.
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Numbers from the Philadelphia Police Department show crime is down for the first time since before the pandemic.
After two dozen people were shot in Philadelphia over the weekend, Mayor Cherelle Parker and other city officials addressed the spate of violence during a press conference Monday morning.
The parents of Isya Stanley, who was killed in a shooting in Philadelphia this summer, say they are relieved after the suspected shooter was arrested.
Mayor Cherelle Parker, Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel, Deputy Police Commissioner Frank Vanore and other Philadelphia officials gave updates including identifying the man wanted in connection to the hit-and-run assault that injured three Penn Presbyterian Medical Center nurses and a shooting victim over the weekend.
Philadelphia Police Officer Jaime Roman, who died nearly two months after being shot in Kensington during a traffic stop, will be laid to rest this week. Police gathered Wednesday for a procession in Northeast Philadelphia.
Bethel asked the city to pray for the officer's family and the Philadelphia Police Department after 31-year-old Jamie Roman died months after he was shot in Kensington.
Philadelphia Police Officer Jaime Roman, who was shot in the line of duty in Kensington in June, has died. Roman was 31.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel wouldn't specify the exact number of officers working, but sources said every available member of the force is on Tuesday night.
On his first National Night Out at Philadelphia's top cop, Commissioner Kevin Bethel danced with the community in West Philadelphia.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel met with community members during National Night Out events Tuesday. Aziza Shuler reports.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel opens up about his extensive safety plan and the city's declining violent crime numbers.
In an exclusive one-on-one interview, Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel discussed his extensive safety plans and what he believes is driving violent crime numbers down in the city.
Philadelphia Police on Monday announced their long-awaited plans to clean up Kensington, an area in the city notorious for being one of the largest open-air drug markets in the United States.
Aside from the highly-publicized open drug use and drug sales that have long plagued the neighborhood, police note it as one of the most violent in the city. Deputy Commissioner Pedro Rosario, who heads the department's Kensington Initiative, said "Consistently this area has been number one in the city of Philadelphia with shooting victims and homicides."
In a press conference Monday, Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said 75 men and women from the Philadelphia Police Academy will be deployed to the Kensington area following their June 17 graduation. The new deployment of officers will address the area's drug corners and the activity that they believe is causing much of the violence.
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announced charges against eight members of criminal groups working out of North Philly.
Philadelphia police numbers show violent crime is declining, but leaders acknowledge more work needs to be done. Dan Snyder reports.
A CBS News investigation found thousands of guns once used by officers have been discovered at crime scenes. A Philly resident who lost her son to gun violence said there needs to be "more awareness" about this issue.
The move to increase police presence and enforcement on North Broad Street began Monday, officials said.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker on Thursday marked her 100th day in office by unveiling a plan for improving public safety in Kensington.
On her 100th day day in office, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker spoke at a middle school in the city's Kensington section, where she unveiled a plan to address problems there.
Three people were shot at the end of a Ramadan event attended by around 1,000 people in West Philadelphia's Parkside section Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Hearings began Tuesday on Mayor Parker's budget. The hearing focused on public safety spending. Mayor Parker's proposed budget includes funding for 400 new police officers, 150 new radio cars, 75 unmarked cars and money to buy drones. Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel explained to council why using drones is so important.
Bethel, Philadelphia's Police Commissioner, listened to resident's concerns and talked about resources to combat antisemitism.
The Philadelphia Police Department welcomed 48 new officers who are eager to serve the city with heart after Police Academy Class 401 graduated Friday.
Preparations are underway across the Tri-State area for another taste of winter.
There is a Winter Storm Watch throughout the Philadelphia region from Saturday night through Sunday.
Embiid had 28 points and 12 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Brooklyn Nets 123-94 on Saturday night.
Witness the new friendship between Kyoshi the goat and a boy as families get rid of Christmas trees at the Awbury Arboretum in Germantown.
Tollbooths will be a thing of the past along a major roadway as the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission opts for open road tolling. Here's what drivers should know.
Preparations are underway across the Tri-State area for another taste of winter.
There is a Winter Storm Watch throughout the Philadelphia region from Saturday night through Sunday.
Embiid had 28 points and 12 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Brooklyn Nets 123-94 on Saturday night.
Former President Jimmy Carter died on Dec. 29 at the age of 100.
Witness the new friendship between Kyoshi the goat and a boy as families get rid of Christmas trees at the Awbury Arboretum in Germantown.
Tollbooths will be a thing of the past along a major roadway as the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission opts for open road tolling. Here's what drivers should know.
Dinosaurs big and small are calling upon the Delaware Valley this weekend. Here's how you can enjoy Jurassic Quest while in the Philadelphia area.
Police are searching for suspects after multiple Comcast fiber lines were cut and internet access was knocked out this week.
Meet the new faces and familiar faces changing titles from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware being sworn in to the 119th Congress.
Officials say a husband and wife were crossing the street in South Philadelphia when they were struck by a SEPTA bus.
Preparations are underway across the Tri-State area for another taste of winter.
There is a Winter Storm Watch throughout the Philadelphia region from Saturday night through Sunday.
The Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office provided an update after a shooting in the Colonial Estates neighborhood of Monroe Township.
A man is in custody after police discovered multiple guns linked to an unattended bag at Newark Penn Station on Friday.
Meet the new faces and familiar faces changing titles from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware being sworn in to the 119th Congress.
Preparations are underway across the Tri-State area for another taste of winter.
There is a Winter Storm Watch throughout the Philadelphia region from Saturday night through Sunday.
Meet the new faces and familiar faces changing titles from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware being sworn in to the 119th Congress.
Delaware is reporting its first case of bird flu on a poultry farm, following dozens of presumed positive cases in wild birds.
A quick-moving system approached the Philadelphia area Friday through the afternoon and brought snow showers in the evening.
A stretch of cold weather is on the way along with some snow, which could be, in certain cases, a recipe for disaster.
It was April 22, 1976, when little Maura Sammon, along with her grandparents, found herself at the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport.
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year's peak of flu season.
Delaware is reporting its first case of bird flu on a poultry farm, following dozens of presumed positive cases in wild birds.
New Jersey kicks off 2025 with a surge in several respiratory illnesses — influenza, RSV and COVID.
With the decision by President Biden to block the sale, Pittsburgh-area elected officials made their thoughts known.
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.
Tollbooths will be a thing of the past along a major roadway as the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission opts for open road tolling. Here's what drivers should know.
Officials say a husband and wife were crossing the street in South Philadelphia when they were struck by a SEPTA bus.
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.
Embiid had 28 points and 12 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Brooklyn Nets 123-94 on Saturday night.
Kelce has tried his hand at late-night television hosting the debut episode of "They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce," Friday on ESPN.
Penn State coach James Franklin thinks there's a chance Abdul Carter will be back for the College Football Playoff semifinals.
Verizon announced Friday that it will transform stadiums and venues across 30 NFL markets into a massive coast-to-coast event called FanFest on Feb. 9.
Your leftover Christmas tree doesn't need to be thrown away – it could be turned into goat food and wood chips.
Kelce has tried his hand at late-night television hosting the debut episode of "They Call It Late Night with Jason Kelce," Friday on ESPN.
Jeff Baena was an indie screenwriter and director. He and actress Aubrey Plaza wed in 2021.
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.
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.
This winter storm could bring our first significant snowfall of the season. Preparations are underway across the Tri-State area on Saturday for yet another taste of winter. Ryan Hughes reports how people are gearing up.
Police in Chester County are looking for suspects who they say cut some Comcast cables, leading to internet outages. Police in West Brandywine say the fiber optic lines supporting Xfinity service were intentionally cut on Thursday. Some local businesses posted on social media that they had to close. The company says service was completely restored by Friday morning.
Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the latest forecast in the Hyundai NEXT Weather Sphere.
Taking down your Christmas tree isn't the most enjoyable task. Eva Andersen reports families can have a little fun while getting rid of the tree at a Philadelphia park.
Be sure to take advantage of the dry conditions over the weekend to prepare for Monday's chance at our first significant snow of the season by getting your fuels, ice melt/shovels, turning on your snow blowers, preparing for school closures, etc.