Philly is poised to give more money to violence prevention groups, but earlier grantees still haven’t been paid

The Rebuild initiative aims to make up for years of disinvestment. Amid the gun violence crisis, some residents say upgrades are not happening fast enough.

Violence interrupters try to stop shootings before they start by connecting people with jobs and other resources. A faith-based coalition is taking the model to the streets.

Teens working the program as Play Captains have had to undergo special training in light of the ongoing gun violence crisis.