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Slip and Fall Accidents on Mixed-Era Curbs and Sidewalks in Hawthorne, Philadelphia Rand Spear The Accident LawyerRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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One-Way Street Cyclists Accidents in Hawthorne Philadelphia Rand Spear The Accident LawyerRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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Arizona Supreme Court denies prosecutor appeal against sending fake elector case back to grand jury AudacyRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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Artists threaten legal action against Venice Biennale over inclusion in visitors' ballot AudacyRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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Karen Read sues the police agencies that investigated her Boston police boyfriend's death AudacyRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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31 Clark Hill Attorneys Ranked in Chambers USA 2026 Rankings Clark HillRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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Philly water bills could rise to cut rates for low-income residents Billy Penn at WHYYRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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A fire at a nursing home in Sri Lanka kills 12 people AudacyRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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Paul Davis: The importance of police training: My Q&A with retired Philadelphia Police Lieutenant Martin O’Donnell Broad + LibertyRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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Two Kids Hurt in Crash on Benner St in Philadelphia, PA Rand Spear The Accident LawyerRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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DA Larry Krasner blasts House committee over Philly immigration inquiries MSNRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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Trump administration separated dozens of children from their parents for a second time, AP finds NBC10 PhiladelphiaRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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Shia LaBeouf gets probation after pleading guilty to punching bargoers during Mardi Gras AudacyRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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At Hearing, Attorneys for UPenn Jewish-Affiliated Groups Warn EEOC Subpoena Will Chill a Long List of Constitutional Freedoms ACLU of PennsylvaniaRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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Federal judge pauses sentencing to weigh argument in Wisconsin judge's immigration case conviction AudacyRead at original source
Date: 2026-06-04
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Local Media — Philadelphia (TV Stations)
Crowds are expected to hit the beach to enjoy a mix of aerial performances and live entertainment.Read at original source
Date: 2026-05-29
Source: 6 ABC News
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from paying any claims through a new $1.776 billion settlement fund for the president's allies who believe they were victims of a weaponized government.Read at original source
Date: 2026-05-29
Source: 6 ABC News
Shannon O'Connor, a Los Gatos mother convicted of hosting drunken sex parties involving teenagers, has received the maximum sentence. She apologized to the victims and their families following several days of their emotional statements, detailing profound, lasting impacts.Read at original source
Date: 2026-05-29
Source: 6 ABC News
Crews have rescued all eight students who were stuck on Pleasure Pier's Iron Shark roller coaster in Galveston, Texas on Thursday.Read at original source
Date: 2026-05-29
Source: 6 ABC News
A woman says a Facebook Marketplace post to sell an iPhone spiraled into a nightmare that she has been dealing with for three years.Read at original source
Date: 2026-05-29
Source: 6 ABC News
Fire in Camden, New Jersey, may send smoke into Philadelphia, officials say CBS NewsRead at original source
Date: 2026-05-29
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A man was charged in connection with the murder of his wife in Ocean Township Wednesday, according to the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office. On Friday, May 29, prosecutors announced multiple charges against Michael A. Kless, 67, who is being accused of killing his wife, Stacy E. Kless,...Read at original source
Date: 2026-05-29
Source: NBC10 (WCAU)
New Jersey and New York City commuters are facing extensive delays in and out of New York Penn Station Friday, with intensifying ripple effects, after an Amtrak work train car on one of the hub’s tracks caught fire. The FDNY says it was called to the Midtown...Read at original source
Date: 2026-05-29
Source: NBC10 (WCAU)
A 74-year-old man died after being shot Thursday evening in Whitehall Township, Pennsylvania, according to the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office. The shooting happened on Thursday, May 28 on the 5100 block of 3rd Street in Cementon. According to officials, the man died at the...Read at original source
Date: 2026-05-29
Source: NBC10 (WCAU)
What a beautiful stretch heading our way! Expect lots of sunshine, low humidity and light winds over the next three days. Temperatures will stay close to average this entire weekend. A temporarily dip on Saturday...Read at original source
Date: 2026-05-29
Source: NBC10 (WCAU)
Firefighters responded to the scene of a fire at a large recycling facility Friday morning in Camden, New Jersey. The second-alarm fire was reported around 3:30 a.m. at EMR Recycling on 2nd and Front streets, according to officials. SkyForce10 flew over the scene of...Read at original source
Date: 2026-05-29
Source: NBC10 (WCAU)
Sixers All-NBA guard Tyrese Maxey adds "girl dad" to accomplishments after birth of first child CBS NewsRead at original source
Date: 2026-05-29
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The School District of Philadelphia has approved a $4.6 billion operating budget for the next school year, despite facing a projected deficit of about $300 million. The budget was approved during a school board hearing on Thursday, May 28 where several people, including teachers, offered testimony about...Read at original source
Date: 2026-05-29
Source: NBC10 (WCAU)
A South Jersey community came together Thursday night to support 12-year-old Xavier Taylor who remains hospitalized in critical condition after being hit in the head by a baseball during warm ups earlier this week. According to Maple Shade police, Taylor was struck in the head by a...Read at original source
Date: 2026-05-28
Source: NBC10 (WCAU)
Officials have canceled a popular carnival after a fight broke out between five people on opening night on the family-friendly event, according to the Florence Township Police Department. Wednesday, May 27 marked the first night of the Roebling Carnival in Florence Township, but it quickly turned...Read at original source
Date: 2026-05-28
Source: NBC10 (WCAU)
Federal Courts — EDPA + DNJ + U.S. Courts
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Notice: Request for Quotation - U.S. District Court - Cyclical Carpet Project Room 6030, Mitchell H. Cohen U.S. Courthouse, in Camden, N.J.
Start Date: 5/26/2026 4:00PM EST End Date: 6/9/2026 4:00PM EST See attached PDF:Read at original source
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2026 U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey District-Wide LGBTQ+ Pride Month Celebration
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Eastern District of Pennsylvania | U.S. Attorney David Metcalf Appointed To Attorney General’s Advisory Committee - Department of Justice (.gov)
Eastern District of Pennsylvania | U.S. Attorney David Metcalf Appointed To Attorney General’s Advisory Committee Department of Justice (.gov)Read at original source
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Notice: Request for Quotation - U.S. District Court - Cyclical Paint Project Room 6030, Mitchell H. Cohen U.S. Courthouse, in Camden, N.J.
Start Date: 5/19/2026 End Date: 6/2/2026 See attached PDF:Read at original source
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Notice: Request for Quotation - U.S. District Court - Chambers 2042 Casegoods Furniture
Start Date: 5/19/2026 End Date: 6/2/2026 See attached PDF:Read at original source
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Notice: Request for Quotation - U.S. District Court - Cyclical Paint Project Chamber 2060 - Mitchell H. Cohen & U.S Courthouse in Camden, NJ
Start Date: 5/18/26 End Date: 6/1/26 See attached PDF:Read at original source
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Notice: Request for Quotation - U.S. District Court - Cyclical Carpet Replacement Chamber 2060 - Mitchell H. Cohen & U.S. Courthouse in Camden, NJ
Start Date: 5/18/26 End Date: 6/1/26 See attached PDF:Read at original source
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Notice: Request for Quotation - U.S. District Court - Chambers 2042 Cyclical Carpet Replacement
Start Date: 5/14/26 End Date: 5/28/26 See attached PDF:Read at original source
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2026 U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey District-Wide Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration
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Notice: Request for Quotation - U.S. District Court - Case Goods Furniture for Chambers 4050 - Clarkson S. Fisher U.S. Courthouse in Trenton, NJ
Start Date: May 6, 2026 End Date: May 18, 2026, 12:00PM See attached PDF:Read at original source
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Objection! How the Federal Rules of Evidence Promote Fair Trials
U.S. District Judge Jesse M. Furman and Professor Daniel J. Capra reflect on the impact of unification of the rules of evidence and how the Judiciary’s rule-making process ensures that the Federal Rules of Evidence keep up with the times.Read at original source
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Notice to the Bar: Appointment of Recall Magistrate Judge Cheryl L. Pollak
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Notice: Request for Quotation - U.S. District Court - Casegoods Furniture for Chambers 4040 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse
Start Date: April 29, 2026 End Date: May 13, 2026 See attached PDF:Read at original source
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America's 250th Anniversary - District of New Jersey
See documents linked below: America's 250th Anniversary Events - District of New Jersey Lunch and Learn Event FlyerRead at original source
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Bankruptcies Increase 11.9 Percent
Bankruptcy filings increased 11.9 percent during the 12-month period ending March 31, 2026.Read at original source
State Courts — Philadelphia + Suburban Counties
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Ephrata Man Accused Of Taking 100+ Bodies In Grave Robbery Spree Waives 494-Count Case To Court - dailyvoice.com
Ephrata Man Accused Of Taking 100+ Bodies In Grave Robbery Spree Waives 494-Count Case To Court dailyvoice.comRead at original source
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Accused grave robber Jonathan Gerlach waives formal arraignment in Delaware County court - fox43.com
Accused grave robber Jonathan Gerlach waives formal arraignment in Delaware County court fox43.comRead at original source
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Ephrata man waives formal arraignment in cemetery theft and human remains case - WJAC
Ephrata man waives formal arraignment in cemetery theft and human remains case WJACRead at original source
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18-year-old shot at basketball court in Chester, Delaware County - 6abc Philadelphia
18-year-old shot at basketball court in Chester, Delaware County 6abc PhiladelphiaRead at original source
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Montco Woman Who Faked Cancer Diagnosis Now On FBIs Most Wanted List: Feds - Patch
Montco Woman Who Faked Cancer Diagnosis Now On FBIs Most Wanted List: Feds PatchRead at original source
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Online Discrimination Complaint Tool Launched By Montgomery County - Patch
Online Discrimination Complaint Tool Launched By Montgomery County PatchRead at original source
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WATCH LIVE: Pride Flag Raised Over Montgomery Co. Courthouse - Patch
WATCH LIVE: Pride Flag Raised Over Montgomery Co. Courthouse PatchRead at original source
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McCort expands lawsuit, alleges longstanding bias by PIAA & continued threats from LHAC - WJAC
McCort expands lawsuit, alleges longstanding bias by PIAA & continued threats from LHAC WJACRead at original source
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JPD: Teen allegedly shot & killed man at Kernville home in dispute over stolen narcotics - WJAC
JPD: Teen allegedly shot & killed man at Kernville home in dispute over stolen narcotics WJACRead at original source
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Police arrest 25 people after breaking up live cockfight in Delaware County - PhillyVoice
Police arrest 25 people after breaking up live cockfight in Delaware County PhillyVoiceRead at original source
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25 people arrested, 52 chickens recovered during raid breaking up cockfight in Chester, Pennsylvania - CBS News
25 people arrested, 52 chickens recovered during raid breaking up cockfight in Chester, Pennsylvania CBS NewsRead at original source
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25 arrested as police break up active cockfight in Chester, officials say - NBC10 Philadelphia
25 arrested as police break up active cockfight in Chester, officials say NBC10 PhiladelphiaRead at original source
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Philadelphia Court Launches Fast-Track Program For Credit Card Collection Cases - CUToday
Philadelphia Court Launches Fast-Track Program For Credit Card Collection Cases CUTodayRead at original source
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Court Documents Provide More Information On Center Township Man’s Death - ButlerRadio.com
Court Documents Provide More Information On Center Township Man’s Death ButlerRadio.comRead at original source
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A breakup with British crown & William Penn led to Delaware's birth - The News Journal
A breakup with British crown & William Penn led to Delaware's birth The News JournalRead at original source
