Gun Violence Prevention

This summer, Black fathers had an opportunity to learn parenting skills, connect to jobs and therapy, and meet other dads through a parenting workshop.

Those looking to replace Mayor Jim Kenney have all highlighted gun violence as a top issue.

The proposal comes after a recreation department worker was killed when caught in the crossfire of a shooting.

As of Sept. 11, the year-to-date statistics from "Operation Pinpoint," Philadelphia’s group violence intervention program, show only slight decreases.

Top city officials say people know who the suspects are in a rash of recent killings, and they need to come forward to help.

They say Tiffany Fletcher, who was killed by a stray bullet while at work, was a pillar of her neighborhood.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Anti-violence activists say stronger parenting can help prevent gun violence.

Some community members say they understand why City leaders are calling for the return of stop-and-frisk measures, but worry policy could backfire.