'She was a superstar': Husband of Philly officer who died on the job talks of her love of family, community
A Philadelphia police officer suffered a medical emergency on the job died. 44-year-old Lynneice Hill had been with the department 24 years. Her husband spoke of her dedication to community and family.
Philadelphia 3rd District Police bond with neighborhood kids and help them cool off on hot day
Officers with the 3rd District stopped at several rec centers to show neighborhood kids some fun and provide some relief from the heat.
Officer injured in police-involved shooting was struck by 'friendly fire', police say
Investigators say a Philadelphia police officer suffered a non-fatal gunshot wound when he was struck by friendly fire during a struggle with an armed suspect who was shot and killed.
Mistrial declared in case against former Philadelphia SWAT officer accused of pepper spraying protesters
A mistrial has been declared due to a hung jury in the case against a former Philadelphia SWAT officer who was accused of pepper spraying protesters at close range on I-676 during demonstrations in June 2020.
Philadelphia Police continue to recruit more men and women to serve on the force
Philadelphia Police are recruiting more men and women to serve on the force and it was orientation day at the police academy. They are facing a shortfall of 850 police officers.
Philadelphia police show off new radio room used to field millions of emergency calls
When an emergency happens in Philadelphia, the first people callers talk to are housed at the police department's new communications center.
New commanding officer of PPD homicide unit focused on solving murders, supervision
Following the disturbingly high homicide trend Philadelphia has seen in recent years, the goal of the Philadelphia Police Department’s Homicide Unit is to bring closure in as many of those cases as possible.
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw injured in Center City auto accident
Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw has been involved in an automobile accident.
City of Philadelphia reaches record $9.25M settlement with demonstrators in summer 2020 protests
During a press conference held on Monday morning, several plaintiffs said they have an array of physical ailments caused by the police violence they experienced, including nerve damage from zip ties, scars from rubber bullets, and reactions to chemical agents.
Temple, Philadelphia police departments welcome new officers as recruitment efforts continue
The graduation comes one month after Temple University Police Sgt. Chris Fitzgerlad was killed in the line of duty and as Philadelphia police say there is a "dire" need for more officers.
Graduating class of Philadelphia police officers includes middle-aged recruits
A former hairdresser, a retired school teacher and a longtime retail worker are among the dozens of new officers who will graduate the Philadelphia Police Academy next week.
Officials: 2 officers injured in crash after following stolen vehicle in North Philadelphia
Authorities say the officers were following a stolen car in North Philadelphia when they struck another vehicle.
Police gather with North Philadelphia neighborhood informally to build better community relations
In a neighborhood plagued with gun violence and crime, Thursday night saw a mixer hosted by the 22nd District was an effort by Philadelphia Police to take a breath, have a slice of pizza and some conversation.
Philadelphia police officer wounded in line-of-duty shooting remains hospitalized due to complications
A Philadelphia police officer shot in the line of duty during a traffic stop in West Philadelphia in February remains hospitalized due to complications, according to a fundraiser created for the officer and his two children.
Philadelphia DAO releases information on 3 police, public safety officers accused of sex crimes
In a Wednesday afternoon press conference, DAO officials detailed the cases of a former Philadelphia school resource officer, and two former Philadelphia police officers involved in sexual violence cases, including cases with child victims.
Philadelphia police hope revamped recruitment process will help address staffing issues
The Philadelphia Police Department hopes to hire hundreds of new officers over the next year with the help of a revamped recruitment process.