Gun Violence Prevention
Kenney, Krasner, and Outlaw join call for public to help combat gun violence
Top city officials say people know who the suspects are in a rash of recent killings, and they need to come forward to help.
3 years ago
They say Tiffany Fletcher, who was killed by a stray bullet while at work, was a pillar of her neighborhood.
3 years ago
‘It’s long overdue’: Gun violence around Philly rec centers makes updates more urgent, residents say
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.
3 years ago
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Philly resumes gun violence listening tours. But what impact have they had?
Community members who attended the first round of listening tours in the spring say it’s not clear how their input will be used in the fight against gun violence.
3 years ago
After dark: Curfew centers offer fun and safety in Philly
Even though research says curfews don't do much, “an announcement will be made soon” as to when more teen curfew centers are opening in Philadelphia.
3 years ago
Philadelphia Violence Prevention Hotline now fully staffed
Philadelphia’s 211 system is now fully staffed. Plans are underway to ensure security is a top priority at the Made in America Event over Labor Day weekend.
3 years ago
Philly gun violence leads to trying times for Parks & Rec Department
Kathryn Ott Lovell spoke with WHYY about park safety concerns at this month’s ribbon cutting ceremony at the newly remodeled 33rd and Wallace Playground.
3 years ago
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Most of Philly’s gun violence funding doesn’t immediately address the crisis, analysis shows
An analysis finds that most of the money will be spent on long-term strategies to address root causes rather than solutions that could slow shootings in 1-3 years.
3 years ago
Philly artists and advocates weigh the impact of drill music — minus the violence
Drill music, a subgenre of hip hop, has come under fire for graphic depictions of violence and criminal activity. Some Philadelphia rappers want to make a difference.
3 years ago
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On first day of school, Philly violence prevention activists call on dads to step up
Anti-violence activists say stronger parenting can help prevent gun violence.
3 years ago
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Community members gather in South Philly for discussion on policing, stop and frisk debate
Some community members say they understand why City leaders are calling for the return of stop-and-frisk measures, but worry policy could backfire.
3 years ago
Philly officials want your ideas on gun violence solutions. Sessions begin this week
Philadelphia is bringing back “listening sessions” to gain community feedback on the gun violence crisis, extending a series held in the spring.
3 years ago
Safe zones and security cameras: Philly officials address safety concerns ahead of school year
Officials say the 2021-22 school year saw nearly 700 incidents of gun violence, 304 of which involved active students.
3 years ago
Violence-free zone? House of Umoja looks to 70s-era peacemaking practices to keep teens safe
The House of Umoja has been credited with helping to quell Philly’s gang violence crisis in the 1970s. Now it wants to train a new generation of peacemakers.
3 years ago
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Ending the ‘silos’: Northwest Philly anti-violence groups seek to collaborate with lawmakers
Northwest Philly advocates say red tape and poor communication remain the biggest impediments to making a dent in the city’s gun violence crisis.
3 years ago