Sam Searles

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.

The Camden Board of Commissioners hosted lunch for local Moms Demand Action members, lawmakers, and law enforcement to discuss N.J.’s contributions to gun violence prevention.

Poets, speakers, and civic leaders encouraged young people to get involved, including sending letters to area lawmakers.

Nearly a year after Donae Cooper’s shooting death, her mother wants the case reopened.

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.