Gun Violence
How Philly became ground zero for rethinking gun violence reporting
An effort led by local researchers and survivors is reshaping how journalists tell stories of trauma, healing, and prevention.
5 months ago
Ready or not, Delaware law requiring permit to buy handgun takes effect next month
The state’s application, which officials have up to 30 days to process, still isn’t available, leading one foe to predict a temporary ban on buying guns.
6 months ago
Listen 1:541 dead, 6 injured after shooting during homecoming celebration at Lincoln University
A person was detained, said Chester County's district attorney, adding that it was possible that there might be another shooter. Classes will be suspended Monday.
6 months ago
Will Coatesville’s new ShotSpotter system deliver on anti-gun violence promises?
Coatesville police are banking on ShotSpotter to help combat gun violence in Chester County's only city.
6 months ago
Listen 0:56Leaders in Dover reviewed new research and data, explored solutions to violence and highlighted Laurel's positive approach to prevention.
6 months ago
Listen 1:08Violent crime in Camden has seen a dramatic turnaround — with zero homicides recorded this summer. ...
Air Date: October 9, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:13Man who fired on ICE facility hated U.S. government, sought to kill federal agents, officials say
The shooting at daybreak Wednesday targeted the ICE office building, including a van in a gated entryway that held detainees.
7 months ago
1 detainee killed and 2 others critically injured in Dallas ICE facility, Homeland Security says
Authorities say the shooter opened fire from a roof. The man killed one detainee and wounded two others in a transport van before taking his own life.
7 months ago
Pa. House Dems advance firearm reforms in wake of recent acts of gun violence
Democrats’ one-vote House majority could derail the bills before they could be sent to the Senate, given the voting record of one comparatively conservative Democrat.
7 months ago
Matthew James Ruth, 24, opened fire on officers from inside his ex-girlfriend's rural Pennsylvania house. He is accused of stalking her, according to officials.
7 months ago
Wilmington community activists and state officials discussed various causes of gun violence, including poverty and lack of positive male influences.
7 months ago
Listen 1:37Suspect in killing of 3 Pennsylvania officers was a 24-year-old being sought on stalking charges
The shooting erupted in the area of North Codorus Township, about 115 miles west of Philadelphia, not far from the Maryland line, authorities said.
7 months ago
A timeline of Charlie Kirk’s assassination and the arrest of a suspect
Authorities in Utah will seek the death penalty against a 22-year-old man charged in the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk on a college campus.
7 months ago
Gov. Shapiro demands moral clarity following Charlie Kirk assassination, rise in political violence
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro demands the rejection of all forms of political violence.
7 months ago
Suspect in Charlie Kirk assassination expressed opposition to conservative activist’s views
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox told a news conference that 22-year-old Tyler Robinson had become “more political” in the run-up to the shooting.
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