Gun Violence

Sonya McKnight was convicted last month on attempted homicide and aggravated assault charges.

Community members say the situation is urgent, but city officials say shootings are actually down compared with last year.

Mayor Cherelle Parker urged parents to be the eyes and ears of city officials to prevent mass shootings like the one that occurred on Memorial Day.

In August 2023, Dial shot Irizarry multiple times through the driver's side window during a traffic stop.

A witness who recorded video of the chaos said the incident started as a fight. The officer was taken to Penn Presbyterian Hospital in critical but stable condition.

Authorities said Hill fired more than 100 rounds at narcotics officers during the incident that took place in the city's Nicetown-Tioga section.

Federal dollars the state is losing come from bipartisan legislation passed after a Texas school shooting that left 19 children dead.

A successful first season provided exercise and a social outlet for adult men under 40. A summer session is planned.

State Rep. Andre D. Carroll, D-Philadelphia, joined other state, city and community leaders to discuss solutions to keep communities safe.

Coalition for a Safer Delaware will feel the pinch of federal funding cuts for gun violence intervention and community programs.

President Donald Trump proposed cuts to gun violence research that some experts say could cost lives.

You've seen him - the furry red muppet leading the PME drumline down a city street. Tony Royster, founder of PME and often the guy in the costume, joins Avi Wolfman-Arent.

Council President Kenyatta Johnson said the realistic-looking plastic gun could lead to deadly consequences for city kids.

Philly DA Larry Krasner activates multiple teams to make sure victims and their families know about all of the resources available to them.

Hearing Philadelphia engages with families impacted by gun violence by offering music to help with healing.