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A promising program for juvenile offenders, referred to as "weed sellers become weed whackers," gives troubled kids the opportunity to work.
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A promising program for juvenile offenders, referred to as "weed sellers become weed whackers," gives troubled kids the opportunity to work.
Negotiations between Penn State and young men who claim they were abused by Jerry Sandusky have begun to bear fruit, with lawyers involved saying there will be more announcements of settlements in the coming days.
A judge sentenced a woman convicted of helping to assault another woman with a wine bottle to five years in prison, citing the "especially cruel and depraved manner" of the crime.
A Pennsylvania man who stars in the Discovery Channel show "Amish Mafia" has been sentenced to three to 23 months in prison for leading police on a chase that injured a state trooper last summer.
Penn State's bill to pay costs related to the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal is nearing $48 million.
Day two of a hearing on whether three former Penn State officials covered up an allegation in the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal is expected to feature two more witnesses, a day after legendary coach Joe Paterno was said to be quietly critical of how university officials had handled it.
A Penn State trustee says the tentative settlements reached by the university so far with men who claim to have been sexually abused by former assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky total about $60 million.
A fired guard must spend 45 days in jail for placing freezing shackles on a female inmate after she previously complained about how cold the metal restraints could be.
Ed Ross, a spokesman for the federal Bureau of Prisons, said Hill reported Monday to federal prison in Danbury, CT.
The sentencing was Monday in Manhattan for Vincent George Sr. and Vincent George Jr., of Allentown, Pa. Each was given three to nine years in prison.
Former NFL star Chad Johnson is being released immediately from jail after apologizing to a judge for lack of respect when he slapped his attorney on the backside in court last week.
A former IRS employee was sentenced to 19 years in prison this week for a series of tax refund schemes that cost the government and taxpayers about $3 million.
Some 280 inmates could be housed in Salem, Cumberland and Burlington Counties come July 1st unless the public defenders prevail.
The report by state Comptroller Matt Boxer released Wednesday shows the state paid $23 million to prisoners over a 22-month period ending in April 2011.
A Camden man has pleaded guilty to a role in a scheme to steal checks from industrial-park mailboxes and cash them.
A coalition of groups opposed to mass incarceration has announced plans to hike from Philadelphia to Harrisburg and call on the legislature to stop building new prisons.
The supervising judge for the grand jury that investigated how former Penn State administrators handled the Jerry Sandusky child sex-abuse scandal said in a new court filing that the criminal case against them needs to move forward.
An 84-year-old western Pennsylvania man will spend up to 30 years in prison for sexually assaulting and raping a teenage girl over a three-year period, beginning when she was 13.
A federal judge sentenced a 79-year-old Florida cardiologist to six years in prison for fraud linked to the infamous fen-phen diet drugs and national settlement funds.
Officials in southern New Jersey's Cumberland and Gloucester Counties have agreed to merge their jail systems despite protests from corrections officers.
Freeholders in Gloucester and Cumberland Counties have approved a 10 year contract to house male prisoners from Gloucester in the Cumberland County prison.
Jerry Sandusky's attorney has filed notice that he'll take his quest for a new trial to a higher level court.
Penn State's bill for legal fees, consultants and other costs associated with the Jerry Sandusky child sex abuse scandal stands at more than $27.6 million.
A federal judge on Thursday sentenced Jason Stetser for his role in a scheme to steal drugs and money and plant evidence in a scandal that resulted in 200 drug charges being dropped because of possibly tainted evidence.
Jerry Sandusky isn't getting the new trial he asked for after arguing that his lawyers weren't given enough time to prepare for the proceeding that ended with a 45-count guilty verdict.
Philadelphia police are looking for a 19-year-old man who they say promoted illegal car meetups on social media.
Katie Florio won the women's race at the Philadelphia Marathon 13 months after giving birth to her son.
If you're eyeing new electronics this holiday season, buying refurbished could be a better deal than Black Friday prices.
Daniel Tranchina and his family woke up to chaos outside his Ridley Township home two different times early Sunday morning.
While Monday may be the slowest day of the holiday week at Philadelphia International Airport, the travel blitz has begun.
Philadelphia police sources say the woman who was found dead at the home on the 4100 block of Parrish Street was 51 years old.
Philadelphia police are looking for a 19-year-old man who they say promoted illegal car meetups on social media.
A water main break left some residents without water and others displaced Sunday in Northern Liberties.
Katie Florio won the women's race at the Philadelphia Marathon 13 months after giving birth to her son.
If you're eyeing new electronics this holiday season, buying refurbished could be a better deal than Black Friday prices.
Philadelphia police are looking for a 19-year-old man who they say promoted illegal car meetups on social media.
Katie Florio won the women's race at the Philadelphia Marathon 13 months after giving birth to her son.
If you're eyeing new electronics this holiday season, buying refurbished could be a better deal than Black Friday prices.
Daniel Tranchina and his family woke up to chaos outside his Ridley Township home two different times early Sunday morning.
While Monday may be the slowest day of the holiday week at Philadelphia International Airport, the travel blitz has begun.
A community in Lawnside came together with a peace vigil after a resident's fence was defaced with a racist message.
A new work program called the Hope Work Initiative launched this week in Atlantic City to give people experiencing homelessness a second chance.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
A World War II veteran in Vineland, New Jersey celebrated his 103rd birthday at the French Embassy in Washington DC.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
Former NFL running back Wendell Smallwood Jr. has been charged with defrauding COVID-19 relief programs, court documents show.
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.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Winemaker Larry Sharrott said the drought will help produce robust wines at his South Jersey winery.
The bar made the announcement on social media in a collaborative post with all other Bark Social locations.
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.
While Monday may be the slowest day of the holiday week at Philadelphia International Airport, the travel blitz has begun.
Thorndale line train service was suspended in both directions between Center City and Thorndale Station Monday afternoon, according to SEPTA.
I-95 north has reopened between Exit 32 at Academy Road/Linden Avenue and Exit 35 at Woodhaven Road/63 West after a crash early Monday morning.
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is here, with the annual 26.2-mile run taking over the city with road closures and traffic delays.
Katie Florio won the women's race at the Philadelphia Marathon 13 months after giving birth to her son.
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said he's holding out hope for Graham's return.
Saquon Barkley ran for touchdowns of 70 and 72 yards in the second half and finished with an Eagles-record 255 yards rushing in the win over the Rams.
Brandon Graham now only trails Trent Cole and Reggie White on Philadelphia's all-time sacks list.
James Harden had 23 points and eight assists, Ivica Zubac had 16 points and 12 rebounds and the Los Angeles Clippers coasted to a 125-99 win over the Philadelphia 76ers.
Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, AMC and fans react to the debate over in-theater singing during "Wicked."
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
The Stardew Valley Symphony of Seasons tour is bringing a video game soundtrack to over 60 cities.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
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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.
Philadelphia police have arrested another person in connection with illegal car meetups in the city this fall and have an arrest warrant for an additional suspect, officials announced.
Bill Kelly has your NEXT Weather forecast to get you prepared for the Thanksgiving holiday.
A local mom won the women's elite race at the 2024 Philadelphia Marathon. Runner Katie Florio and her husband explain how the race unfolded.
Shoppers can get refurbished electronics such as phones and tablets at a major discount -- and help the environment at the same time, a new report shows. Experts share tips for finding deals.
Since 2014, there have been a total of 32 crashes at the intersection of Morton and Swarthmore avenues in Ridley Township, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.