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Photo essay: Philly anti-violence activist leads march to Washington, D.C.
When Jamal Johnson arrives in the nation’s capital, he’ll meet with the Congressional Black Caucus to discuss gun violence in Philly and beyond.
6 months ago
Temple University Police Department receives $1.7 million for campus security upgrades
Temple says the money will be used for tech upgrades, including gunshot detection devices, license plate readers, and CCTV cameras.
7 months ago
A gun violence prevention nonprofit is teaming up with an existing juvenile justice program to provide mental health help and other services.
7 months ago
N.J. Senator Menendez co-launches bill to give ATF, FBI gun tracking power
The legislation seeks to repeal rules prohibiting federal agencies from releasing firearm tracing data to anyone, including the general public.
7 months ago
Philadelphia’s mayoral candidates address gun violence at WHYY News and Billy Penn forum
The forum focused on Philadelphia’s rising gun violence crisis, and asked candidates how they plan to tackle the issue, if elected.
7 months ago
Listen 1:21WHYY and the CeasefirePA Education Fund are teaming up to host a mayoral candidate forum on public safety. Here are five policy issues likely to come up.
7 months ago
North Philly gun violence activists ask for $100M and vow to work together
Gun violence activists gather in North Philly to call for investment in the neighborhood after a mass shooting and the killing of a Temple University police officer.
7 months ago
Reversing the shooting epidemic is a foremost task facing anyone who wants to lead the city.
7 months ago
After Strawberry Mansion shooting, community members offer support and solutions
Residents of Strawberry Mansion, where seven people were shot last Thursday, say more school safety support and resources for families are needed to stop the violence.
7 months ago
Listen 1:47Gun violence film screenings in Philly aim to ‘blanket the city’ with trauma support
The city hopes the film will open doors to mental health help for Philadelphians affected by gun violence.
7 months ago
Philly Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw defends her approach to gun violence on IG Live session
Gun violence activist Pastor Carl Day hosted an IG Live chat with Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw Wednesday. Outlaw defended her work despite recent public criticism.
7 months ago
Gun Violence Prevention Summit at West Philly Masjid connects over 50 young people to resources
Presented by The Charles Foundation, speakers included State Senator Vincent Hughes, Power of Paint, and more.
7 months ago
Temple officials are working on ways to keep both students and law enforcement safe as they mourn the death of Officer Christopher Fitzgerald.
7 months ago
Philadelphia and Memphis lawmakers meet to discuss the city’s groundbreaking Driving Equality Act
Following the death of Tyre Nichols, Memphis, Tennessee is considering changing rules about when police can pull people over — like Philly did last year.
7 months ago
Philly leaders, advocates look to expand support services in the aftermath of gun violence
About a dozen advocates met with city officials earlier this month to ask for more accessible, more coordinated services for people who lose someone to gun violence.
7 months ago
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