Police lights shine across North Philly to show support for kids at Shriners Hospital

North Philadelphia glowing bright Wednesday night, with the lights of police cars lining the street outside Shriners Hospital for Children, just to put a smile on the young patients’ faces.

Philadelphia Police show support for patients at Shriners Hospital
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North Philadelphia glowing bright Wednesday night, with the lights of police cars lining the street outside Shriners Hospital for Children, just to put a smile on the young patients’ faces.

TJ Siderio shooting: Former Philadelphia police officer held on all charges in shooting death of 12-year-old

Former officer Edsaul Mendoza is facing multiple charges including first-degree murder, third-degree murder and voluntary manslaughter in connection with the deadly shooting of 12-year-old Thomas “TJ” Siderio.

Retired Philadelphia police officer accused of indecent assault of minors, intimidating witnesses

Retired Philadelphia police officer Patrick Heron, 52, is facing a number of charges officials say are related to unlawful sexual contact with young girls and ensuing witnesses intimidation, harassments, and stalking of both juveniles and adults.

Ex-Philadelphia officer found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in 2017 shooting of unarmed man

A Philadelphia police officer was convicted Wednesday of voluntary manslaughter and a weapons charge in the fatal shooting of an unarmed motorist shot six seconds after the officer arrived on the scene.

Former Philadelphia police officer on trial for 2017 killing of unarmed man

A Philadelphia police officer became distraught when he learned that a motorist he fatally shot after a high-speed chase was unarmed, his lawyer said as the ex-officer’s third-degree murder trial began Tuesday.

New Philadelphia 911 dispatchers graduated; department still needs more workers

The Philadelphia Police Department graduated 32 new 911 dispatchers Friday, easing its shortage in the vital position, but the department needs still more workers.

Deputy Commissioner Coulter says she has not made decision about future with PPD

Deputy Commissioner Christine Coulter tells FOX 29 news she has not yet made a decision about her future with the Philadelphia Police Department. Sources say she was involved in a verbal dispute with Commissioner Outlaw over the handling of a recent shooting.

Philadelphia Police Department revamping Cold Case Unit as violence climbs

The Philadelphia Police Department is reforming its cold case investigation branch that was forced into dormancy as homicides surged across the city and stretched resources thin. 

Philadelphia Police supervisor injured in Upper Roxborough accident

The 5th District Philadelphia Police supervisor was on routine patrol when the driver of a Chevrolet hit the police vehicle from behind.

Philadelphia police hold jump rope contest for kids

A different kind of police activity in North Philadelphia Friday, as officers in one district are launching a new effort to keep the community, especially kids, safe and have a little fun, at the same time.

Philadelphia police shoot man they say attacked officers with screwdriver inside 39th District

A 23-year-old man was shot by a Philadelphia police officer Wednesday morning after authorities say he attacked officers with a screwdriver inside the 39th Police District building.

Many charges dropped before sex crimes trial of former Philadelphia detective

Prosecutors were forced to drop more than half of the charges against former Philadelphia homicide detective Philip Nordo ahead of his trial. He’s accused of sexually assaulting male suspects and witnesses over his career.

Philadelphia releases updated deadline for city police officers to get COVID-19 vaccine, request exemption

After delaying the timeline for the City of Philadelphia's workforce vaccine mandate, an arbitration panel has released a new one for the city's police officers with details about the consequences of noncompliance.

Hyram Hill murder: Mother speaks out after suspect in son’s murder arrested

One of two suspects sought in connection with the murder of Hyram Hill Jr. earlier this year has turned himself in to police. A second suspect remains at large. Hill, 24, was the son of a veteran Philadelphia police officer.

Woman speaks out after fired Philadelphia officer is charged with assault during unrest in 2020

A fired Philadelphia police officer is now charged with assaulting a mother after she was allegedly ripped from her SUV as officers clashed with demonstrators following the police shooting death of Walter Wallace Jr.

Philadelphia Police Department shows off new $250M Public Services Building

After decades headquartered in Chinatown, the Philadelphia Police Department has a brand-new home in an historic Spring Garden building. It's now known as the Philadelphia Public Services Building.