Barry Croft Jr. gets more than 19 years for role in Whitmer kidnapping plot
Croft was convicted in August on conspiracy charges and of possessing an unregistered explosive.
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Croft was convicted in August on conspiracy charges and of possessing an unregistered explosive.
Lanez, whose real name is Daystar Peterson, could face a maximum sentence of more than 22 years in prison.
He was originally sentenced to death in 1982 after a jury found him guilty of murdering Philadelphia Police Officer Daniel Faulkner.
Codefendant Kelly Meggs was also found guilty, while three others were acquitted on seditious conspiracy and found guilty of other crimes related to Jan. 6.
Heather Reynolds, 45, suffocated her son Axel in Sicklerville in May 2018. She was sentenced last week.
The nearly three-week long trial weaves a tangled web, involving a 38-year-old corrections officer, Duval Nelson, and his 19-year-old girlfriend, Elizabeth Brown.
Defense lawyers tried to discredit Mohammad Ali on Friday, claiming he's testifying for the government for his own benefit.
Protests large and small were mounted Friday night after a jury found a police officer not guilty in the fatal shooting of motorist Philando Castile.
A second full day of jury deliberations in the David Creato murder trial has ended without a verdict.
Eric Frein could face a death sentence if he's convicted.
Jurors deciding the fate of fired South Carolina patrolman accused of murder in the death of a black motorist are expected to have questions for the judge Monday morning before their deliberations resume.
Reruns of "The Cosby Show" are returning to television, even as the comedian's sexual assault trial looms next year.
Kane is charged with leaking secret grand jury information then lying to cover it up.
One hundred potential jurors were brought in.
Rich discussed Bill Cosby facing trial for assault charges, the similarities between Bill Clinton and Bill Cosby and Bernie Sanders' warning of a messy convention. He also discussed Donald Trump's picks for vice president, 31 different gender identities and more. Rich spoke with Gov. Ed Rendell at 4:30pm.
Lawyers for U.S. Rep. Chaka Fattah blamed his former political consultants for any financial crimes that flowed from a costly, failed bid for Philadelphia mayor in opening statements at his corruption trial Monday.
In the third day of deliberations the jury foreman note to the judge was short and to the point: 'We are stuck and there is no movement.'
A jury in its second full day of deliberations pops another question in the murder/arson retrial of Daniel Dougherty.
Day two of testimony took place today in the trail of a 25-year-old Bucks County woman for her alleged involvement in a brutal attack on a gay couple in Center City last year.
Fifty-two-year-old Donna Krupp's defense attorney, John Fioravanti argues Krupp was in bed with her husband when this fire started.
The first witness called by the prosecution: Christine Morris, the wife of Limerick Township police detective Ernie Morris.
Rich discussed Jim Kenney being the next mayor of Philadelphia, Rachel Maddow hosting the Democratic debate and Donald Trump goes after fellow competitors. He also discussed ISIS suspected of planting a bomb on Russian plane, Bernie Sanders underwear line and SNL's Donald Trump promos. At 3:20pm, Rich spoke with Carolyn Blashek of Operation Gratitude. At 4pm, Rich spoke with Rick Grimaldi regarding an UBER lawsuit. He spoke with Ed Turzanski at 5:20pm and CBS News Military Consultant Mike Lyons at 5:35 regarding ISIS being blamed for Russian plane bombing.
The jury is expected to hear closing arguments later today.
Closing arguments are underway today in the trial of Griffin Campbell, the demolition contractor in the deadly 2013 Market Street building collapse.
Two Bucks County men charged in the beating of a gay couple in Center City last September have pleaded guilty in the case, in a plea arrangement with the District Attorney's office.
Meet Avee Charles, a young fashion designer whose trends are inspired by Philadelphia '90s music and who has become a global brand.
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said he's holding out hope for Graham's return.
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.
Monday is a great travel day across the Philadelphia region with sunshine, increasing clouds and highs in the upper 50s.
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.
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said he's holding out hope for Graham's return.
A water main break left some residents without water and others displaced Sunday in Northern Liberties.
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.
Monday is a great travel day across the Philadelphia region with sunshine, increasing clouds and highs in the upper 50s.
Meet Avee Charles, a young fashion designer whose trends are inspired by Philadelphia 90s music and who has become a global brand.
Meet Avee Charles, a young fashion designer whose trends are inspired by Philadelphia '90s music and who has become a global brand.
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.
Philadelphia police are investigating four shootings, including three that happened in West Philly over the weekend.
William Loevner, from Pittsburgh, and Katie Florio, a native of Philadelphia, were the top elite finishers at the 2024 Philadelphia Marathon.
Jamel Brunson, a man wanted for the killing of a man in his 20s inside a North Philadelphia pizzeria on Thursday, has surrendered to police.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Eagles will look to extend their winning streak to seven games tonight against the Rams on Sunday Night Football at SoFi Stadium.
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.
Ukee Washington reports.
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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.
Monday is a great to get Thanksgiving travel started early, with sunshine across the region, increasing clouds and highs in the upper 50s. While the Delaware Valley will stay too warm for snow, meteorologist Kate Bilo says two storm systems could impact your holiday travel plans.
Fashion designer Avee Charles says her clothes are inspired by 90s music and her Philadelphia neo-soul upbringing. Her contemporary brand, called AVEEATION, was one of the newest designers featured during New York Fashion Week.
Thousands of runners descended on Philadelphia this week for the 2024 marathon, half-marathon and 8K races. One of those runners told CBS News Philadelphia that he's on a mission to run a marathon in all 50 states this year – and Philadelphia checked number 48 off his list.
Residents of at least one apartment building are out of their homes and part of Girard Avenue is still closed n both directions between 4th and 5th streets after a water main break sent mud and water flowing through multiple streets in Philadelphia Sunday. The flooding happened near the intersection of 4th Street and Girard Avenue in the Northern Liberties section of the city.
Leaders with the Chester County Food Bank say food insecurity is on the rise in the community, so they're looking for both food and monetary donations to help families put holiday meals on the table. CBS News Philadelphia's Ross DiMattei has more on the need in Chester County, and what items you can donate.