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PARKESBURG, PA — A 23-year-old man accused in a sexual assault investigation was arrested Wednesday morning in Wilmington, Delaware, after Parkesburg police and multiple law enforcement agencies spent several days …
Parkesburg Rape Suspect Tracked Down After Multi-Day Hunt Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Four defendants pleaded guilty this week to federal charges tied to a scheme involving the theft and resale of U.S. Treasury checks valued at more than $84 …
Four Plead Guilty in $84 Million Treasury Check Theft Scheme Read More
NEW CASTLE, DE — Delaware State Police are investigating an armed robbery at a New Castle gas station Monday evening that ended with a vehicle pursuit and the suspect fleeing …
Armed Gas Station Robbery Ends in Chilling Wilmington Escape Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Four people have been charged in connection with a deadly shooting during homecoming festivities at Lincoln University that left one person dead and several others injured, …
Homecoming Horror: New Arrest Details Rock Lincoln University Read More
ERIE, PA — More than $65 million in new state funding is being deployed to expand youth safety and afterschool programs across Pennsylvania, as officials warn demand for prevention resources …
PA Youth Safety Funding Expands as Demand Surges Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Three people, including two former corrections officers, have been charged in connection with an alleged drug trafficking operation at a state prison, authorities said.
Prison Drug Ring Charges Shock—Officers Accused in Scheme Read More
WILMINGTON, DE — A 37-year-old man has been charged following a neighborhood dispute that escalated into alleged threats involving a knife, according to police.
Knife Threats, Tire Slashed in Dispute—Man Faces Charges Read More
NEW CASTLE, DE — Delaware State Police are investigating the death of a 73-year-old inmate following an altercation at a state facility, according to authorities.
Inmate Dies After Violent Altercation at State Facility Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Katherine Gilmore Richardson donated toiletries to support a student-led initiative by West Chester University aimed at providing hygiene supplies to Philadelphia residents, with collections continuing through May …
Philadelphia Councilmember Supports WCU Student Hygiene Drive Read More
UPPER CHICHESTER, PA — A second suspect has turned himself in following an investigation into a theft involving individuals posing as utility workers, police said.
Second Suspect Surrenders in Disguised Cable Theft Case Read More