Sam Searles

Kristian Hamilton-Arthur was murdered in 2017. In the years since, his mother has had to advocate for her son, while simultaneously grieving him.

When asked about rebuilding trust with the public, Police Commissioner Outlaw likened the incident to taking “50 steps back.”

State Representative Stephen Kinsey and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis hosted a roundtable discussion on gun violence.

The meeting, which focused on "transparency and accountability," also stressed the importance of collaboration to address the gun violence crisis.

Sunday’s Gun Violence Awareness Day event led attendees through song and prayer before encouraging them to sign letters to lawmakers in support of “common sense” gun laws.

Here's a look at some of the scenes that unfolded on Election Day, in photos.

Ahead of the primary, youth engagement has taken many forms, even including those not yet old enough to cast a ballot.

From affordable housing to agency in voting, candidates and citizens tackled access — what it means, where it isn’t, and how it impacts the civic process.

The national homicide clearance rate is at an all-time low. Philadelphia’s numbers are lower.

Inside WHYY, students from eight area schools listened as their peers shared presentations, spoken word, and projects about the climate in Greater Philadelphia and beyond.

Students from schools such as Constitution High School, Central High School, and Lincoln High School presented presentations on current policy.

Another 600 cherry trees will be planted throughout Philadelphia in preparation of the upcoming semiquincentennial of America in 2026, parks and rec officials announced.