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Police Union Sues Over Philly Ban on Low-Level Traffic Stops
The Philadelphia Lodge of the Fraternal Order of Police has filed a lawsuit seeking to invalidate a city law banning officers from pulling over drivers for low-level offenses, saying the law illegally preempts existing state laws on traffic violations. NBC10’s Steven Fisher has the details.
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Police Union Sues Over Philly Ban on Low-Level Traffic Stops
The Philadelphia Lodge of the Fraternal Order of Police has filed a lawsuit seeking to invalidate a city law banning officers from pulling over drivers for low-level offenses, saying the law illegally preempts existing state laws on traffic violations.
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Philly Police Union Files Lawsuit Over Driving Equality Law
The Philadelphia Lodge of the Fraternal Order of Police has filed a lawsuit seeking to invalidate a city law banning officers from pulling over drivers for low-level offenses, saying the law illegally preempts existing state laws on traffic violations.
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Pa. Senator Pushes to Impeach Philly DA Larry Krasner
Senator Jake Corman, who is running to be Pennsylvania’s next governor, held a news conference criticizing Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner and calling for his impeachment. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk spoke with Senator Corman and has a response from Krasner’s office.
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1,000s of Former Republicans Will Play a Role in Philly DA's Democratic Primary
More than 6,200 Republicans have switched political parties in Philadelphia this year, much larger than usual. An NBC10 analysis of where those voters live gives some credence to the city police union’s claims that those new Democrats did so to vote in the May 18 primary for district attorney.
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Philly DA Larry Krasner and Challenger Carlos Vega Face Off in Heated Debate
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner and his challenger in the upcoming Democratic primary Carlos Vega faced off in a heated debate Wednesday night. NBC10’s Matt DeLucia has the highlights of the debate while Lauren Mayk describes a tense exchange between the two that occurred off camera.
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Philly DA Responds to Controversy Over Covering of Wall of Remembrance for Fallen Police Officers
A picture showing the wall of remembrance for fallen police officers being covered up inside the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office conference room has sparked outrage. The Fraternal Order of Police president says it smears the memories and legacies of fallen officers. Philly DA Larry Krasner called the criticism a political attack however and said he was legally required to cover...
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Philly FOP Files Lawsuit to Block Measure Allowing Public To Discuss Their Contract
Philadelphia’s police union is filing a lawsuit to block a measure allowing the public to discuss their next contract. The union believes the measure unfairly targets police officers. The city says however that the purpose of the measure is to improve community and police relations. NBC10’s Brandon Hudson has the reactions from both sides.
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Vice President Mike Pence's Appearance in Philly Draws Support and Protest
Both supporters and protesters gathered outside the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge in Philadelphia where Vice President Mike Pence spoke with officers on Thursday. NBC10’s Drew Smith has the details. Former Vice President and presumptive presidential nominee Joe Biden also spoke in Pennsylvania on Thursday..
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Preliminary Philly Budget Reduces Funding for Philly Police, Adds Reforms
The preliminary Philadelphia budget approved by city council includes cuts to the Philadelphia police department and adds policing reforms as well. NBC10’s Mitch Blacher breaks down the numbers and gets reaction from the Philadelphia police union.
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Judge Reduces Charges for Ex-Philly Officer Ryan Pownall in David Jones' Death
Charges were reduced Thursday morning for a former Philadelphia police officer accused of killing David Jones in 2017.
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City of Philadelphia Pays $1 Million to Family of David Jones, Killed During 2017 Police Stop
The City of Philadelphia has agreed to pay $1 million to the family of David Jones, a man shot to death during a 2017 police stop, city officials said Friday.
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Fired Philly Cop Ryan Pownall, Facing Homicide Charge, Has Bail Denied Again at Hearing
A fired Philadelphia police officer charged with homicide for allegedly shooting a fleeing suspect in the back last year in Juniata is scheduled to have a preliminary hearing Wednesday.
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Ex-Philly Police Officer Faces Homicide Charges for Allegedly Shooting Man in Back
A former Philadelphia police officer facing a homicide charged for allegedly shooting a man in the back as he ran away from the officer last year is being held without bail.
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Police Union President Calls Black Lives Matter Protesters Outside Philadelphia Officer's House ‘a Pack of Rabid Animals'
The rally was held at the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 5 headquarters and featured several speakers. Emotions quickly escalated and FOP President John McNesby made one jarring statement.
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Philly FOP Endorses Donald Trump for President
The Philadelphia Fraternal Order of Police is supporting Donald Trump for president.
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For Police on DNC Posts Throughout Philly, Relief Comes in the Form of a Lunch Truck
For dozens of police officers posted throughout Philadelphia working details for the Democratic National Convention, relief came on Monday in the form of a food truck.
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Local Tributes Pour in on Social Media for Fallen Baton Rouge Police Officers
In an exercise becoming all too familiar, members of the law enforcement and first responder community in the Philadelphia region took to social media Sunday to share tributes and support after several police officers were shot — some fatally — in Baton Rouge.
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D.A. ‘Pushing Back' on LeSean McCoy Arrest Warrant: Sources
More than a week after the Philadelphia Police Department completed its investigation, the District Attorney’s office is “pushing back” against issuing an arrest warrant for LeSean McCoy for his alleged involvement in a bar brawl with off-duty police officers, law enforcement officials told CSNPhilly.com on Thursday.
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Many Unanswered Questions 2 Months Before Pope Francis' Visit, But Details Coming
Frustration is high as information remains scarce around the papal visit, but soon that will begin to change.