Man sent racist, threatening emails to Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw, feds say
A man has been arrested and charged by criminal complaint after he allegedly sent threatening emails to Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw,
Mayor Kenney, Commissioner Outlaw announce investigation into city’s protest response
Mayor Kenney and Commissioner Outlaw announced their plans for an investigation in a press release Monday morning.
Philadelphia city council proposes legislation on police reform, including ban on chokeholds
In the wake of civil unrest and calls to change the way police departments operate, Philadelphia City Council submitted legislation Thursday that proposes four reforms aimed at elevating the police's accountability and dedication to the city.
Police: Philadelphia officer injured after suspect threw rock through car window
Police say the officer was driving in an unmarked patrol car with his front driver's side window down when an unknown person threw a rock into the car.
1 killed, 6 others injured in North Philadelphia shooting
One man is dead and six others are injured after a shooting in North Philadelphia late Tuesday night.
Mayor Kenney lays out police reform agenda, reverses course on proposed budget increase
After discussions with the Reconciliation Steering Committee, city council, and the Police Reform Working Group, Kenny’s administration has committed to a number of actions.
Philadelphia police staff inspector charged in incident with protester
Footage captured Staff Inspector Joseph Bologna Jr. using a baton to hit a Temple University student in the head during peaceful protests advocating for the end of police brutality.
Police: Woman charged after striking bike officer with vehicle during Center City riots
Police say Angela Hall, 41, was arrested and charged after striking a bike officer with an SUV.
14 Philadelphia city council members say no to $14M proposed increase to police budget
Fourteen city council members in a letter to Mayor Jim Kenney said they would not support a $14 million proposed increase to the police budget for the 2021 fiscal year.
Inspector Bologna surrenders after being charged with striking protester
Staff Inspector Joe Bologna turned himself in Monday morning in front of a crowd of supporters.
Commissioner Outlaw marches with demonstrators at George Floyd protest
"We have to come together in order to find meaningful solutions," Outlaw said. "The only way to do that is be on ground together, there can not be division, there has to be unity."
DA: Philadelphia police staff inspector faces charges following incident with protester
Philadelphia Police Staff Inspector Joseph Bologna faces charges for an incident involving a Temple student, prosecutors announced Friday.
"I'm deeply concerned": Philadelphia police investigating allegations of excessive force by officers
Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw addressed video circulating on social media that allegedly depicts Philadelphia police officers using excessive force to control protesters during the recent citywide unrest.
Philadelphia police officer passes away from COVID-19
Philadelphia police announced the passing of an officer who died after a battle with COVID-19.
Commissioner on I-676 clash: ‘When we deploy tear gas it’s for a purpose’
The tear gas was used “when it became increasingly clear that other measures were ineffective" at dispersing the crowd, Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw said.
'We all need to stand together': City leaders denounce violence, encourage peaceful protests in Philadelphia
The peaceful nature of the Justice for George Floyd protest was overshadowed by ensuing violence and ultimately prompted a strong police response and a mandatory, city-wide curfew set to resume at 8 p.m. Sunday.
5 hurt in multiple shootings during overnight violence in Philadelphia
All of the cases are under investigation by the Philadelphia Police Department.
Commissioner Outlaw addresses Philadelphia gun violence after several shootings
A 9-year-old was fatally shot and a quadruple shooting happened in Kensington, prompting Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw's statement.
Police: Man shot, critically wounded by off-duty officer charged
Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting Saturday night in South Philadelphia.
'I'm happy to be alive': Philadelphia police officer who survived COVID-19 shares story
A Philadelphia police officer who was on a ventilator due to COVID-19 says he's happy to be alive after the fight of his life.