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Former Penn State fraternity leaders seek jail time for 2017 “hazing” death
Two former leaders of a Penn State fraternity, Beta Theta Pi, will face jail time after a 2017 “hazing” death. Former president and vice president of Beta Theta Pi, Brendan Young and Daniel Casey, will face three to four months of jail time followed by three years of probation and community service for the death […]
Bucks County inmate sentenced for providing drugs that killed another prisoner in 2022
A Philadelphia man will spend at least seven years in prison for sharing illegal drugs with other Bucks County jail inmates in 2022, including one who fatally overdosed. On Tuesday, Bucks County Common Pleas Judge Raymond McHugh sentenced Allen Rhoades Jr., 31, of Philadelphia, to serve 7 to 20 years in state prison in connection with drug smuggling and the resulting death of Joshua Patterson.
Philadelphia police say they'll be deploying new tools to fight back against wild and dangerous illegal car meets
Police plan to use drones in their ongoing fight against illegal street racing meetups, according to officials who testified Tuesday before a City Council committee hearing.
Wilmington’s Hagley Museum is using old technology for a sustainable future
Historic dams along the Brandywine River are helping the museum get off the electrical grid. This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region. From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do...
Philadelphia Area Hospitals Earn Concerning ‘D’ Grade for Patient Safety
Each year, a list is released that highlights the top hospitals in the Philadelphia area, determined by how effectively they care for their patients. Hospitals that don't perform as well receive lower grades, such as a "D," which means they aren't rated as well in terms of patient safety. These...
Man shot in stomach in Frankford is in critical condition
Philadelphia Police said a man is fighting for his life, after getting shot in the stomach in Frankford. This happened a little after 12:30 a.m. this morning near Frankford Avenue and Meadow Street and police were able to rush him to Temple University Hospital. Chief Inspector Scott Small told PHL17 Morning News where the shooting […]
14-Year-Old Struck Crossing Street With Mom, Community Rallies
The vehicle believed to be involved in the hit-and-run crash that took the life of 14-year-old Dawn Watson has been found and a fundraiser has been started for her family.A 2011 Mercedes Benz E350 — that authorities believe struck and killed Dawn Watson as she was crossing the street with her …
NJ woman arrested, has car seized after chaotic street rally
🚓 Monmouth County woman faces multiple felonies. 🚓 Drivers tried to flee after police arrived and some got away. 🚓 Several people were spotted in bizarre costumes. A Monmouth County woman has turned herself in after a dangerous car meetup in Philadelphia last weekend. Alexis Boyce, 20,...
Asking Eric: I’m starting my life over -- but don’t know where to start
Dear Eric: Even though I started off school smart and curious, starting middle school, I did horribly. I couldn’t manage my time wisely. I couldn’t organize my thoughts, and it was paralyzing. They suggested I be tested for ADHD. I was able to mask any symptoms with a...
Man killed in hit-and-run on N.J. road, cops say
Authorities are looking for a hit-and-run driver who struck and killed a pedestrian early Saturday in Salem County. A vehicle traveling east on Route 40 in Pittsgrove Township struck Allen Miller Jr., 45, of Vineland, and fled the scene, according to a New Jersey State Police spokesman. Troopers responded to...
Breaks in cloud cover Wednesday; more sunshine heading into weekend
We're halfway through the week and the weather conditions will finally start to improve after a week of gray skies. While Wednesday will feature mostly clouds, we'll see some periodic breaks of sun throughout the day. In the afternoon, a front approaches from the west and could bring some light sprinkles to the western parts of our area. This front starts to die out the closer it gets to the city. Once it does, we start Thursday with a mix of sun and clouds before shifting to a sunny day.The late part of the week will be gorgeous, with highs in the...
Man charged with brandishing knife to threaten grocery store employee
A man is facing charges after allegedly threatening a Newark-area grocery store employee with a knife and then getting caught driving drunk for the fourth time, police said. The incident happened shortly after 11 a.m. Sept. 27 at the Acme in University Plaza, east of Newark, according to Delaware State Police. Ivis McGriff, 61, of Wilmington, was acting suspicious in the self-checkout area and making threatening statements, prompting an employee...
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