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Twenty-two people, including a father and daughter, were charged for their alleged involvement in a human trafficking ring primarily run out of a Northeast Philadelphia home from 2012 to 2023, the Pennsylvania attorney general announced Tuesday.
The human trafficking ring was allegedly run out of a Northeast Philly home from 2012-2023, officials said.
Kevin L. Smith, 29, of Philadelphia, pleaded guilty in December 2023 to one count of sex trafficking a minor, three counts of sex trafficking by force, threats of force, coercion and attempt.
The list of names could include Epstein's accused co-conspirators and others named in a settled lawsuit against Ghislaine Maxwell.
Authorities are warning the public about the possibility of sex trafficking during the NFC Championship game weekend in and around the Philadelphia area.
One of six people charged with sexually assaulting a boy at parties where people wore animal costumes has entered a plea deal in Pennsylvania.
A Delaware County woman was motivated to help victims of sex trafficking after going through a traumatic experience of her own.
With the NFL Draft just around the corner, Philadelphia could become a prime target for human sex traffickers.
The four suspects face life in prison if convicted.
A Washington-based nonprofit that works to end the sex trafficking of young girls in the U.S. held a fundraiser at a Center City restaurant Wednesday afternoon.
Jerel Jackson, 30, pleaded guilty to five counts of sex trafficking charges back in March and was sentenced Thursday.
This happened at the Passionate Touch Club in the city's Cathedral Park section from May of 2009 to August of 2013.
Three southern New Jersey residents are accused of forcing the girl to work as a prostitute at motels in Mount Laurel and Cherry Hill in March 2015.
A man convicted of sex trafficking young women - from Philadelphia to Atlantic City and elsewhere - tried to explain his actions at sentencing, and did himself no favors.
Officials say the three ran a striptease club and brothel they called "Passionate Touch" in the Cathedral Park section of the city between May 2009 and August 2013.
A Chester woman has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for sex trafficking three women, including a juvenile victim
Rashidah Brice, a/k/a Camille, a/k/a Milly pleaded guilty on Aug. 20, 2013 to sex trafficking a minor by force and two counts of sex trafficking by force.
US District Court judge Joel Slomsky sent 26-year-old Rashaad McIntyre to jail for 22 years.
A 35-year-old Philadelphia man has been sentenced to nearly 22 years in prison for sex trafficking young vulnerable women.
There was a surprise guilty plea in federal court this past week as a 30-year-old Chester man pleaded guilty to sex trafficking charges as the trial was about to begin.
Spence reportedly wrote to his friend from prison urging him to take over his "pimping" business and run it while he gave instructions from prison.
It took the jury little more than three hours to convict Rahim McIntyre of three of the four charges against him, including taking part in interstate commercial sex trafficking.
Federal prosecutors in Philadelphia have jailed a city man on sex trafficking charges, saying he forced two women and a minor girl into prostitution after first dating them.
Officials say Craig Johnson, a/k/a "Geez," operated a prostitution venture in Philadelphia where he allegedly recruited two juveniles to work as prostitutes.
The forum brought together activists, academics, law enforcement, and legislators to compare notes on how to put an end to women and children forced into lives of prostitution.
The Eagles will be without DeVonta Smith on Sunday in Los Angeles because of a hamstring injury.
A man is in critical condition after he was shot in the head while attempting to steal a car in Northeast Philadelphia, police said.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza — also known as bird flu — is killing layer hens and reducing the nation's egg supply.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Make a child's holiday shine a little brighter by donating to CBS Philadelphia's Joy of Sharing Toy Drive. The toy drive benefits The Salvation Army and Mothers In Charge.
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
The Eagles will be without DeVonta Smith on Sunday in Los Angeles because of a hamstring injury.
High elevation areas like the Poconos get the most snow, but a few flakes could fly close to Philadelphia.
A man is in critical condition after he was shot in the head while attempting to steal a car in Northeast Philadelphia, police said.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza — also known as bird flu — is killing layer hens and reducing the nation's egg supply.
Runners, set? The Philadelphia Marathon Weekend is finally here! Here's a list of events going on throughout the area this weekend.
Make a child's holiday shine a little brighter by donating to CBS Philadelphia's Joy of Sharing Toy Drive. The toy drive benefits The Salvation Army and Mothers In Charge.
Miles Pfeffer, the suspect accused of killing Temple police Sgt. Chris Fitzgerald, was stabbed in a Philadelphia prison.
SEPTA will receive an infusion of $153 million in "flexed" federal highway money, enough to cover its running deficit, officials announced Friday.
Host Ashley Harder takes a ride on the Stourbridge Line and visits Honesdale, Pennsylvania, tucked away within the Pocono Mountains and offering new tastes and experiences all year round.
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.
The Justice Department says it found a pattern of misconduct and civil rights violations by the Trenton Police Department.
New Jersey State Police say the "Big Rusty" wildfire that burned in Hainesport, New Jersey is under investigation as suspicious.
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.
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.
Starting Dec. 1, hopping on a SEPTA bus, train, or trolley will likely cost you more. The Transit Authority approved a 7.5% rate increase on Thursday across much of its system.
On Wednesday, SEPTA agree to tentative deals with two unions to avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
The Eagles will be without DeVonta Smith on Sunday in Los Angeles because of a hamstring injury.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
DeVonta Smith has dealt with a hamstring injury over the last few weeks. His status for Sunday's game against the Rams is unclear.
Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George has a bone bruise on his left knee and will miss two games, the team said.
Hysier Miller is under investigation by federal authorities after a watchdog group flagged a Temple men's basketball game last season for unusual betting activity.
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.
It's showtime, Philadelphia! TKTS Ticket Booth Service has arrived in the City of Brotherly Love -- your ticket to last-minute entertainment.
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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.
AAA is projecting that nearly 975,000 Philadelphia area residents will travel this holiday season, which is up over 2% from 2023. PHL officials have tips on how you can travel smart ahead of the busy Thanksgiving holiday rush.
Gov. Josh Shapiro announced Friday that Pennsylvania is redirecting or "flexing" $153 million in federal highway money to SEPTA, enough to cover its deficit.
A PennDOT spokesperson said the agency had been preparing for these weather conditions well before the season started.
A shooting investigation is happening near the Frankford Transportation Center in Northeast Philadelphia. Sources said a man attempted to steal a car when the car owner was using an ATM. The car owner, a licensed gun owner, fired a shot at the suspected car thief, striking him once in the head. The man is in extremely critical condition.
Former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jason Avant joins Gallen of Questions to discuss Jalen Hurts, rookie Cooper Dejean's impact and more.