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There have been, on average, 10 mass shootings in the U.S. each week this year

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Las comunidades latinas de Filadelfia reflejan el futuro de Estados Unidos

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Philly’s growing Latino communities reflect America’s future

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4 years ago

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Philly still weeks away from completing evaluation of new anti-violence program

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4 years ago

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Philadelphia police officials acknowledged that a lack of trust in law enforcement among the communities they serve is partly to blame for the cycle of violence.

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Regional Roundup – 05/10/21

This week; getting Delaware residents legal protection when evicted, a preview of the Pa. primary, and combating bee population decline.

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