Sam Searles

Maxayn Gooden is the Credible Messenger Community Manager at the Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting.

The safety summit, attended by more than a dozen schools, follows the deaths of 17 students across Philadelphia so far this school year.

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.

Anthony Morris was a successful 18th century Philadelphia brewer. He was also elected mayor — but not more than once.

The legislation seeks to repeal rules prohibiting federal agencies from releasing firearm tracing data to anyone, including the general public.

Presented by The Charles Foundation, speakers included State Senator Vincent Hughes, Power of Paint, and more.

Following the death of Tyre Nichols, Memphis, Tennessee is considering changing rules about when police can pull people over — like Philly did last year.

Gun violence prevention was a popular theme at the annual MLK Day speech competition hosted by the Thomas and Woods Foundation.

U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey reintroduced the Keep Americans Safe Act, a bill that would largely ban high-capacity gun magazines.

2022 was another challenging year for the communities most affected by Philadelphia gun violence.

The conversation about stop and frisk centers on Black and brown men. What about Black women and co-victims of violence?

Philly-based actress Nafessa Williams portrays Houston’s partner Robyn. Williams’ charitable foundation, Fearless, gave fans in Philly free tickets to an early screening.