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Archdiocese Removes Two Priests From Ministry

The Archdiocese of Philadelphia has removed two priests from ministry over allegations that each—in separate incidents—molested a child more than 40 years ago. The Revs. […]

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Federal Lawsuit: Does Delilah’s Den Discriminate Against Jews?

On Tuesday, a federal civil rights lawsuit was filed against Philadelphia “gentleman’s club” Delilah’s Den. Now, I know what you’re thinking: Some dancer is probably […]

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School Worker Said to Yank Girl’s Teeth

NBC 10 reports on accusations that a school worker yanked a child’s teeth out. No, the teeth weren’t ready. Harmani, 7, attends a class for […]

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Don Tollefson’s Bail Reduced to $10,000

CBS Philly reports that Don Tollefson’s bail on theft charges has been reduced from $250,000 to $10,000—but he must use his Glenside home as collateral. […]

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Racist New Jersey Wrestling Photo Proves Post-Racial America Is a Fantasy

This is tired. This photo, which features students from a Phillipsburg High School in New Jersey, is only a snapshot in time, but when I see […]

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VIDEO: Ray Rice Drags Fiancee Out of Revel Casino Elevator in Atlantic City

Baltimore Ravens player Ray Rice and his fiancee were arrested for assault after an altercation at Revel Casino in Atlantic City last weekend. Below, a […]

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Here Is Don Tollefson’s Mugshot

On Tuesday, police in Warminster, Pennsylvania arrested Don Tollefson on charges of fraud and theft, with prosecutors alleging that he stole over $100,000 in money […]

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Don Tollefson Unable to Post Bail

On Tuesday morning, former Philadelphia sportscaster Don Tollefson was arrested and charged with theft and fraud in Warminster, Bucks County, with prosecutors alleging that he […]

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Don Tollefson Has Been Arrested

UPDATE: Don Tollefson is unable to post bail. ORIGINAL: On Tuesday afternoon, the Bucks County District Attorney’s Office announced that Don Tollefson has been arrested, […]

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Ramsey Asks for Grand Jury Over Teen Abuse Allegations

Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey said he will ask for a grand jury investigation into allegations a teen was injured by his officers during a stop-and-frisk […]

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10 People Dumber Than Damon Feldman

As human beings, there are some things we should just know in 2014: The earth is round. Fire is hot. Ryan Gosling is sexy. This […]

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Sex Assault Allegations Against Bill Cosby Gain New Life

One bit of fallout from the Woody Allen-Dylan Farrow story is that folks are starting to remember that Bill Cosby once was accused of sexual […]

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How Mike Missanelli Misses the Point of His Deadspin Controversy

Mike Missanelli seems to have learned the wrong lesson. Missanelli, of course, is the local sports talk radio host who was suspended last week after […]

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George Zimmerman Fight Will Happen on March 15th

After announcing and then canceling and then waffling on his decision to cancel the March 15th George Zimmerman vs. DMX boxing match, fight promoter Damon […]

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Charter School Operator Sent to Prison

Philly.com reports that a former charter school operator has been sentenced to three years in prison for taking $90,000 in student-related money. “Masai Skief, 32, […]