Gun Violence Prevention

A year after suffering from a gunshot wound to the head outside his North Philadelphia school, Ivan Cuevas and his family show what survivorship can look like.

Yaseen Bivens is charged with murder in the death of 14-year-old Nicolas Elizalde after police found he purchased ammunition while a convicted felon.

The “Community Bereavement Fund”, launched by incarcerated and formerly incarcerated men, went live today to offer assistance to families who’ve lost a child to gun violence.

The curfew would remain at 9:30 p.m. for those 13 and under and 10 p.m. for those 14 and up if the full council approves the regulation.

Just under two weeks after a targeted shooting at Roxborough High School’s football scrimmage, lawmakers present a $500,000 grant to update the school’s security.

The City of Philadelphia says it’s simplifying its grant payment process for gun violence prevention nonprofits. Payments for the last round were several months delayed.

Rapper ARSIN explains the start of the #PrayForPhillyChallenge, and how he’s hoping to connect Philly teens to resources.

A workshop brought together journalists, researchers and advocates to seek a better way. “I was mad at the world because of the media,” one survivor said.

Philadelphia Judge issues “permanent injunction” blocking recent executive action banning guns at City Parks and Rec facilities and grounds.

Thursday, Senate President Nick Scutari said his caucus is considering changes to concealed carry in the wake of a recent Supreme Court decision.

An exec at CBS Philadelphia said the image is no longer in use.

Across Philadelphia, teachers are grappling with how to discuss Tuesday’s shooting at Roxborough High with frustrated and fearful students.

Councilmember Isaiah Thomas releases a list of recommendations for alleviating gun violence in Philadelphia.

According to Philadelphia police, at least two shooters ambushed a group of teenagers following football scrimmages.

The executive order is similar to a measure passed by Philadelphia City Council in 2019.