13 Philadelphia Police Officers To Be Fired Over Racist, Offensive Facebook Posts, Commissioner Says
Ross said the researchers identified 3,100 offensive or potentially offensive Facebook posts from 328 active-duty Philly officers.
Ross said the researchers identified 3,100 offensive or potentially offensive Facebook posts from 328 active-duty Philly officers.
Police say the suspect was captured on surveillance video entering the victim's residence.
A Kenney spokeswoman says the mayor has asked for a greater police presence at all parks and recreation events that require a permit through the end of the summer.
Police say the couple and a group of people beat the alleged suspect so badly that he later died.
It happened at the Wawa on the 500 block of South 2nd Street around 3:45 p.m.
Police say it happened at 42nd and Lancaster Streets, shortly before 10 a.m.
The bust is the result of a three-month wiretap investigation, and part of a larger Kensington initiative which is aimed at taking back the streets.
It happened at the 1 Stop Smoke Shop at Verree and Red Lion Roads in the Somerton section of the city.
It happened on the 4600 block of Weymouth Street on Monday.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
The assault allegedly happened Sunday morning by 12th and Locust Streets.
Seventy-two police officers have been pulled off the street and placed on desk duty in response to the allegations as the investigation continues.
While 72 Philadelphia Police officers remain on desk duty, the department still has a job to do, and part of that is engaging with the community.
It happened at 50th Street and Woodland Avenue around 11 a.m.
It happened on the 4200 block of Chester Avenue, shortly after 10 a.m.
Police say a boy between the ages of 15 and 17 was shot twice in the head.
The shooting happened shortly after 3:30 p.m. on the 1800 block of South 58th Street.
Hundreds of Philadelphia police officers have been accused of these type of social media posts.
A 25-year-old suspect is in custody.
The shootings reached a crescendo on Sunday when a total of nine people were hit by gunfire.
As hundreds of Philadelphia Police officers are being investigated for allegedly posting racist and violent posts on social media, Fraternal Order of Police President John McNesby is backing his officers.
According to police, a 26-year-old man was shot multiple times in the head, chest and leg.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Richard Ross says he's asked an outside law firm to assist with the investigation.
Police say the woman has been arrested and charges are pending.
Meldrick Taylor was arrested without incident.
On Monday in the Philadelphia region, skies will be mostly cloudy once again with some sun breaks later in the day.
Israel said it killed Nabil Kaouk, the deputy head of Hezbollah's Central County, in an airstrike Saturday. President Biden said a regional conflict "has to be avoided."
Helene left at least 116 people dead and caused widespread destruction. More than two million homes and businesses still had no power in the storm's wake.
A woman was found dead on the patio of a home in South Philadelphia's Point Breeze neighborhood on Sunday night, police said.
Jalen Hurts didn't make excuses for the team's poor performance after the Philadelphia Eagles lost to the Buccaneers.
Jalen Hurts didn't make excuses for the team's poor performance after the Philadelphia Eagles lost to the Buccaneers.
On Monday in the Philadelphia region, skies will be mostly cloudy once again with some sun breaks later in the day.
Israel said it killed Nabil Kaouk, the deputy head of Hezbollah's Central County, in an airstrike Saturday. President Biden said a regional conflict "has to be avoided."
Helene left at least 116 people dead and caused widespread destruction. More than two million homes and businesses still had no power in the storm's wake.
A woman was found dead on the patio of a home in South Philadelphia's Point Breeze neighborhood on Sunday night, police said.
A woman was found dead on the patio of a home in South Philadelphia's Point Breeze neighborhood on Sunday night, police said.
Puerto Rican pride was on full display in Philadelphia as hundreds danced their way down the Ben Franklin Parkway during the 2024 Puerto Rican Day Parade.
The University of Pennsylvania law school says it is imposing a one-year suspension at half-pay and other sanctions on a professor over her comments about race in recent years.
A Philly native completed his goal of running up and down the steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art 1,000 times in honor of his brother.
Many Philadelphia Eagles fans have travel plans in Florida but may not have much to do.
Officer Bobby Shisler family and fellow law enforcement gathered in Westville, New Jersey to unveil a memorial honoring the 27-year-old, who died in the line of duty in 2023.
Saturday will be filled with gray skies and patchy fog with scattered showers. Temperatures sit in the mid-70s before dropping into the 60s later tonight.
A permanent memorial honoring the life of Bobby Shisler, a Deptford Township police officer shot in the line of duty in 2023, will be unveiled this weekend.
Sebastian Maniscalco is coming to South Philly, Vampire Weekend will take over The Mann and Teddy Swims is headlining in the Garden State. Check out our latest weekend guide!
Friday morning fog has moved out before bands of showers from Tropical Depression Helene hit Friday night into Saturday.
Saturday will be filled with gray skies and patchy fog with scattered showers. Temperatures sit in the mid-70s before dropping into the 60s later tonight.
Friday morning fog has moved out before bands of showers from Tropical Depression Helene hit Friday night into Saturday.
After tolls increased on the four Delaware River Port Authority bridges into Philadelphia, the Delaware River and Bay Authority could follow suit.
According to AAA, prices at the pump in Delaware have fallen $0.70/gal from this time last year, and experts with GasBuddy say they're the lowest we've seen since 2021.
After what has been the driest start to September in almost 20 years, a little rain has returned to the Delaware Valley.
There's a social media fad called "chroming" that a doctor in Pittsburgh wants parents to know about.
The Big Ten Football Conference is hoping to give a big boost to lagging blood donations with a nationwide donation competition.
CyberKnife technology has evolved and can be a quick and easier treatment for our four-legged friends with cancer.
Filling up care packages for families with babies in intensive care, where newborns often teeter between life and death.
A New Jersey woman turning 101 says she reached the milestone age by eating whatever she wants, "but in moderation."
SEPTA is trying to stop fare evasion by putting full-length gates at nine additional stations in Philadelphia.
Nearly 300 Sheetz stores in Pennsylvania are now selling canned cocktails after a new law went into effect.
Food service workers at Citizens Bank Park, Lincoln Financial Field and the Wells Fargo Center in South Philadelphia went on strike early Monday morning.
Mike Monachetti is proud to be running Mike's Seafood in Sea Isle City's Fish Alley.
Hotels and restaurants in Philadelphia are hoping the debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump brings a boost for business.
SEPTA is trying to stop fare evasion by putting full-length gates at nine additional stations in Philadelphia.
Work on the New Hope-Lambertville Toll-Supported Bridge will be extended into 2025 because of an unexpected structural issue.
Dozens of flights in and out of Philadelphia International Airport were delayed or canceled because of Hurricane Helene Thursday.
After tolls increased on the four Delaware River Port Authority bridges into Philadelphia, the Delaware River and Bay Authority could follow suit.
A crash near the Allegheny Avenue exit on I-95 is causing a backup in Philadelphia Thursday morning.
Jalen Hurts didn't make excuses for the team's poor performance after the Philadelphia Eagles lost to the Buccaneers.
Kyle Schwarber and Weston Wilson each drove in two runs, Aaron Nola earned his 14th win and the Phillies avoided a series sweep Sunday against the Nationals.
The Philadelphia Eagles have an early bye week for the first time in nearly a decade, and the team surely needs it.
The Philadelphia Eagles will enter the bye week 2-2 following the loss against the Buccaneers.
The Philadelphia Eagles won a nail biter of a game against the New Orleans in Week 3, and now look to improve their record to 3-1 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Kris Kristofferson, a songwriter who became a country star and A-list actor, died at his home on Maui surrounded by family on Saturday, a spokesperson said in an statement.
Sebastian Maniscalco is coming to South Philly, Vampire Weekend will take over The Mann and Teddy Swims is headlining in the Garden State. Check out our latest weekend guide!
Question Time is holding a rare U.S. election special in Pennsylvania, and is looking for audience members to participate.
British actress Dame Maggie Smith had an extensive career in theater and movies, gaining international acclaim in later roles in "Harry Potter" and "Downton Abbey."
Filmmaker Charlie Minn spent four days in Kensington and filmed his documentary to bring awareness to those struggling with addiction.
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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.
Cloudy, foggy conditions will continue in the Philadelphia region Monday. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Puerto Rican pride took center stage Sunday afternoon as hundreds marched and danced down Benjamin Franklin Parkway for the 2024 Puerto Rican Day Parade.
The Philadelphia region can expect more clouds and some showers Monday and Tuesday, but things will clear up later in the week. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Jalen Hurts had another turnover as the team struggled to move the ball in a 33-16 loss to the Buccaneers.
Baker Mayfield carved apart the Philadelphia Eagles' defense as the team lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 33-16, on Sunday at Raymond James Stadium.