A list of bizarre career moves by attorney Bruce Castor, whose deal helped free Cosby
The former Montco prosecutor fought with colleagues, represented insurrectionists, and repeatedly accused opponents of corruption.
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West Philly state Rep. Amen Brown implicated in deed fraud, other lawsuits
Brown says he was the victim of a Craigslist scam. The rightful owner spent years fighting to get father’s property back.
Opinion: Screwed over by the PPA? Lawyers say the penalty system is unconstitutional
One year after Philadelphia leaders vowed reform, the parking authority still gouges motorists.
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Italian American groups and Councilmember Squilla sue Mayor Kenney for nixing Columbus Day
Filed in federal court, the lawsuit also cites the removal of the Rizzo statue and the demotion of a police captain.
Trump impeachment lawyer from Philly mispronounces ‘Philadelphia’
“Philadelphia lawyer” once indicated wisdom and acumen, but in the 1960s it became a term of ridicule.
Philly is suing Pennsylvania so the city can enact stronger gun control laws
The legal action comes as local lawmakers struggle to combat rising violence, with homicides hitting a decade-long high.
Penn may settle trans discrimination lawsuit as landmark Supreme Court ruling enshrines LGBTQ protections
The historic SCOTUS decision provides civil rights that were lacking in Pennsylvania.
Pier 34 collapse: 20 years ago, a nightclub plunged into the Delaware River
Three women died, and the bar owners were sentenced to house arrest.
5 Philly cases that made it to the U.S. Supreme Court — and their impact on the nation
The current dispute over Catholic foster parents could set precedent.
Philly’s Safehouse to open nation’s first supervised injection site after judge clearance
A ruling on Tuesday gave the nonprofit the green light to launch in South Philadelphia.
New look proves it: Phillie Phanatic is a modern dinosaur
Scales, a rounder snout and a bigger backside all point to this conclusion.
Share a jail cell with the gov? Rendell, Safehouse leaders organize ‘escorts’ for pending injection site
They're following the volunteer model made famous by Planned Parenthood.
The Year in Comcast: How Philly’s biggest corporation made headlines in 2019
An esports arena, the Four Seasons opening, Cohen's resignation and a Supreme Court battle.
Which lawsuits cost Philly taxpayers nearly $50 million last year? New bill would bring sunshine to sexual harassment payouts
Councilmember Helen Gym has two goals: provide accountability, and identify recurring problems.
Homeowners are on the hook to fix Philly’s ‘disintegrating’ sidewalks
The city, which is being sued by disability advocates, doesn’t track requests for repairs.
Step-by-step: How Philly’s overdose prevention site will work
From entry and observation to “motivational moment” and referral.
Philly’s injection site just picked up a ton of national support — but local opposition is also growing
Dozens of prosecutors across the country are now backing Safehouse.