Leo A. Rodriguez

Reporter · King of Prussia, PA

With a background in investigative journalism from Drexel University, Leo has been reporting on local government for 6 years, previously for the Montgomery News. His rigorous approach to research and fact-checking ensures his articles are backed by solid evidence, engaging the public in local issues.

4 stories from Leo A. Rodriguez in New Hope

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Celebrity deaths of 2026: The entertainers and artists we lost this year

From music legends to classic film stars, here’s a look at the well-known figures who have died in 2026.

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Two men arrested in connection with deadly North Philly shooting

Philadelphia Police have arrested and charged two men in connection with a shooting in North Philadelphia that left a man dead. Edward Hobson, 36, of Willow Grove, and Anthony Roberts of Philadelphia were arrested and charged, Oct. 22, 2026, after investigators tied them to a deadly shooting that...

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Woman pleads guilty to murdering best friend's 6-week-old son, said she had compulsion to harm kids

A woman driven by a compulsion to harm children admitted in a Pittsburgh court on Wednesday that she murdered her best friend’s infant son, in a plea agreement that’ll likely keep this “monster” in prison for life. Nicole Virzi, 32, had been charged with capital murder with the possibility of the...

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Election 2026: What Philly voters should know about the city’s 2 ballot questions

What questions do you have about the 2026 elections? What major issues do you want candidates to address? Let us know. On Nov. 3, Philadelphia voters will decide whether to allow the city to favor small and local businesses when awarding contracts and whether to make the city s arts and culture...

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