Gun Violence
Is gun violence an epidemic in the U.S.? Experts and history say it is
The United States has seen an alarming increases in the number of deaths and injuries from guns each year. Doctors and public health officials classify this as an epidemic.
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The report identified challenges that made it hard for some groups to complete their work — but city leaders promise to fix those problems before the next round of grants.
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Deputy landlord-tenant officer fires weapon while serving an eviction in Philadelphia
The incident comes roughly three months after a woman was shot during an attempted lockout in another neighborhood.
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Most Americans, regardless of political party, support stronger gun laws according to a new survey. Pa. still lacks many of those policies.
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Building Better Communities initiative in Delaware expands to new neighborhoods in New Castle County
The initiative aims to improve the quality of life and reduce violence with expansion to Brookside and Pleasantville communities.
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Philadelphia police seize guns and $1.4 million in street drugs during 3-day operation in Kensington
The joint operation between local police and federal agencies including the FBI and DEA was targeted to Kensington’s open-air drug market.
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White Florida woman charged with manslaughter in shooting of Black neighbor
Susan Lorincz was arrested earlier this month following the fatal shooting of Ajike Owens in Ocala, Florida.
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Colorado Springs LGBTQ+ club mass killer gets life in prison, victim says ‘devil awaits’ defendant
Victims in last year's attack called Aldrich a “monster” who hunted down LGBTQ+ patrons. Aldrich pleaded guilty during a Monday court hearing.
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Philadelphia City Council members want to ban ski masks in public places following a new SEPTA policy. Experts say it could have harmful consequences for Black youth.
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2 shot at large gathering in Fairmount Park
Officers found shell casings, a cellphone and other evidence at the scene where there was a weekly gathering of about 200 to 300 people.
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Court temporarily allows part of New Jersey’s handgun carry law to remain in effect
The decision means handguns cannot be carried in places such as zoos, public parks, public libraries and museums, bars, and health care facilities.
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New report finds evidence of racial disparity in Philadelphia police stops and sentencing
The DA’s report shows Black and brown Philadelphians are much more likely to be stopped by police and charged.
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Philadelphia City Council is poised to pass a new budget tackling public safety. Here’s what’s in it
This Thursday, City Council will approve a fiscal year 2024 budget. The current proposal includes public safety items such as policing and neighborhood cleanup.
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Listen 0:57Truck driver guilty of killing 11 at Pittsburgh synagogue in deadliest attack on Jews in US history
Jurors must now decide whether the 50-year-old should be sent to death row or sentenced to life in prison without parole as the federal trial shifts to a penalty phase.
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Man shot, injured on Market-Frankford Line train in Philadelphia
The westbound train was at the Arrott Transportation Center when the shooting took place.
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