Crime & Public Safety
Sunday, May 3, 2026 · Scranton
Harrisburg Teen Threatens School Massacre at Closing Ceremony
A 19-year-old Harrisburg man faces felony charges after vowing to 'shoot everyone' at a private school's closing event, state police say. Terrence Twyman Jr. assaulted staff during the confrontation at Yellow Breeches Education Center. He remains jailed on $5,000 bond ahead of a May 12 court date.
Memphis Man Indicted in Brutal Assault at Pennsylvania's Canaan Prison
A 49-year-old Memphis man faces up to a decade behind bars after allegedly savagely attacking a fellow inmate at the U.S. Penitentiary in Canaan, Pennsylvania. The January incident left the victim with serious bodily injury, prompting a federal indictment this week. Justice Department officials say the assault underscores the harsh realities inside one of Pennsylvania's toughest federal lockups.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Tip Leads to Arrest in 6 Northwest Philly Robberies
Philadelphia police arrested 28-year-old Maurice Connelly after a public tip cracked a string of six armed robberies terrorizing Germantown convenience stores. The quick arrest, fueled by media coverage, brings relief to a neighborhood gripped by fear. Authorities credit community vigilance for taking the suspect off the streets.
Sunday, May 3, 2026