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Contractor charged with murder in death of client whose body was found in burning vehicle
A Philadelphia contractor is accused of murdering one of his clients and leaving his body inside a burning car in South Philadelphia. The Philadelphia District’s Attorney’s Office announced Tuesday murder charges have been filed against 39-year-old Luis Cruz in the death of 43-year-old Joslyn Morgan.
Read the full story on CBS Philly.
Councilman Kenyatta Johnson faces federal corruption charges
Federal prosecutors in Philadelphia handed down a criminal indictment on Wednesday against City Council member Kenyatta Johnson and his wife, political consultant Dawn Chavous.
Read the full story on WHYY.
A lasting friendship: Kobe Bryant and his high school English teacher
He was an NBA star, his face known around the world. But when he returned to Lower Merion High School outside Philadelphia, he still called her Mrs. Mastriano.
Read the full story on The New York Times.
2 men shot, wounded outside home in West Philly
Police said a 30-year-old man was sitting on his front steps when he was shot in the face, and a 20-year-old man was shot in the chest on Monday night.
Read the full story on ABC Philadelphia, WPVI.
Philadelphia health officials investigate another possible coronavirus case
Philadelphia health officials said on Tuesday they are investigating another possible coronavirus case. There are no confirmed cases in the city, the health department said.
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