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GunCrisis in Philadelphia: Another Night in Paradisenew
It's been one year since the solutions-oriented, volunteer journalism project GunCrisis was launched. Tonight, we see a body within two hours.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
04-28-2013 |
Crime & Justice
The Kermit Gosnell Case Show Abortion Isn't a Red or Blue Issue—It's Pinknew
Though abortion as a buzzword is considered a red-state-vs.-blue-state hot-button issue, what the Gosnell media case reveals is that abortion in reality, is neither a red nor blue issue. It's pink.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
04-25-2013 |
Crime & Justice
Abortion Doctor's Defense: Case Is an "Elitist, Racist Prosecution"new
After reminding jurors about the legal presumption of innocence, the attorney for Philadelphia abortion provider Kermit Gosnell revealed his main theme: Gosnell, a black man, is a victim of an "elitist, racist prosecution."
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
03-18-2013 |
Crime & Justice
Tags: Kermit Gosnell
VP Joe Biden Talks Gun Violence Initiatives in Philadelphianew
The Vice President traveled to Philadelphia for a roundtable on gun violence the morning a gunman opened fire killing three in his old stomping grounds in Wilmington, Del., where his son is Attorney General.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
02-12-2013 |
Crime & Justice
Tags: Gun Violence
How PA Republicans Blocked an Investigation into Gov. Corbett's Handling of Sandusky Casenew
PA House Republicans buried a resolution to investigate the Governor for allegedly slow-walking the Sandusky case by: playing possum, sticking fingers into ears, calling for arcade rules and canceling sessions at the last second.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
10-17-2012 |
Crime & Justice
How Two Photojournalists Are Taking On Philly's Gun Crisisnew
A new-media project, GunCrisis.org, uses old-school journalism tactics to study Philly's homicides.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
04-26-2012 |
Crime & Justice
Pushing the Limitnew
Advocates say the biggest opposition to abolishing statute of limitation on child sex abuse in Pa. is the Catholic Church.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
02-08-2012 |
Crime & Justice
Penn State Tragedy Inspires New Lawnew
The introduction of the Pennsylvania Attorney General Mandated Reporter Law in early December has explosive implications: Supporters allege that the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s office is sitting on thousands of leads on child sex abusers, collecting the data on their possible whereabouts but not trying to find them.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
12-29-2011 |
Crime & Justice
Backward Expert-Witness Law Creates Advantage for Jerry Sanduskynew
Though the grand jury report outlining allegations that former Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky routinely raped young boys entrusted in his care is damning, when it comes to the trial, Sandusky and his lawyer Joe Amendola have a few home-court advantages here in Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
12-15-2011 |
Crime & Justice
Mob Attacks Terrorize Philadelphia Neighborhood, Retaliation Threatenednew
About an hour after police disperse kids after a fight some say was racially motivated in a Philadelphia park, a mob of 50 - 75 teens crossed paths with 37-year-old Mark Lavelle. He says one kid swung a gun in his face, as others kicked in his door and beat him with pipe in front of his wife and kids. The next day, another mob--possibly the parents-threatened him. That night, more assaults that end with a cop shooting a man.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
09-14-2011 |
Crime & Justice
Sister Pact: Finding Strength After Convictionnew
With just charm, drive, nickels and dimes, reformed ex-on Michelle Simmons has mustered up a program that is accomplishing what the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections—with its bloated budget of $1.8 billion—states as its No. 1 goal: reduce the recidivism rate of ex-offenders.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
08-11-2011 |
Crime & Justice
Megan's Flaw: When a Sexual Predator Isn't One in the Eyes of the Lawnew
Two and a half years after Derrick Cook almost killed Katrina Mansfield, she sits quietly in a courtroom, alone, awaiting what the justice system considers fair trade for what she calls her life sentence. By any reasonable definition, Cook is a violent sexual predator—except, after a drawn-out and botched hearing to determine the status, in the eyes of the law.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
05-25-2011 |
Crime & Justice
Man Seeks Answers 44 Years After Witnessing Brother's Deathnew
Charles Stecker was only 4 years old when he saw his foster mother kill his 2-year-old brother Eddie, but he remembers it like it was yesterday.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
05-11-2011 |
Crime & Justice
For Americans in the Sex Trade, Still Little Hopenew
Want to know how much sex with a teenager costs? Just ask Mimi. It cost her everything.
Philadelphia Weekly |
Tara Murtha |
02-09-2011 |
Crime & Justice
Tags: Prostitution, Trafficking
