Gun Violence

As a PPD forensic artist, drawing crime victims is his job — but this side project keeps him going.

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WHYY News is committed to reporting on solutions to Philadelphia’s gun violence crisis, and we recognize the reporting may be traumatic for some.

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

In his end-of-the-year meeting with the media, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner spoke about hope for a better 2023.

Here's a look at the episodes and ancillary content behind the WHYY News and Temple Logan Center podcast.

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

The Democrat-led Senate passed the measure in what is scheduled to be the last voting session of the year, sending the legislation to Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy.

According to Upper Merion Twp. police, the incident started with a hit-and-run in the area of the mall.

The arrests include the person who bought the gun and resold it to the person who couldn’t legally own the firearm.

The “57 Blocks Project” wants to create positive change in neighborhoods most impacted by violence. There are already dozens of nonprofits working in these areas.

According to police, the incident started with a hit-and-run around 2:30 p.m. in the area of the mall.

The money will fund more than 100 new forensic technicians and equipment, more millions for the DA’s office, and safety equipment for SEPTA.

The PPD is low on officers, and recruitment heads say they are trying new tactics like offering physical fitness classes and lowering the sign-up age to 20 years old.

President Joe Biden on Wednesday said the U.S. “should have societal guilt” for the slow pace of action on restricting access to firearms.