Gun Violence
Kensington’s Peace Park opens with new Mural Arts sculpture made from disassembled firearms
The park’s centerpiece is its Gun Violence Memorial Sculpture featuring disassembled weapons collected during gun buyback events in 2024.
9 months ago
Listen 1:07The judge sentenced Mark Dial to 9 1/2 months in jail and immediately granted him parole because he had already been jailed for 10 months following his arrest in 2023.
9 months ago
3 people killed, 10 others injured in Grays Ferry mass shooting
The mass shooting comes on the heels of another in South Philadelphia that left eight people injured over the weekend.
9 months ago
GOP tax bill would ease regulations on gun silencers and some rifles and shotguns
Loosening federal regulations on gun silencers and certain types of rifles and shotguns has long been a priority for the gun industry and Republicans.
10 months ago
‘No Kings’ protests in Minnesota canceled as authorities search for suspect who shot 2 lawmakers
Melissa Hortman, a former Minnesota House Speaker, and her spouse were killed in their Brooklyn Park home.
10 months ago
The suit announced Monday argues that returning the triggers would violate federal law, pose a threat to residents and law enforcement and worsen gun violence.
10 months ago
‘Toll the Bell’ event in Philadelphia calls for action, awareness of gun violence
The two-day event features performances, speeches and community resources to call for the end of gun violence in Philly.
10 months ago
Ex-Pennsylvania judge gets prison term for shooting and wounding her ex-boyfriend as he slept
Sonya McKnight was convicted last month on attempted homicide and aggravated assault charges.
11 months ago
‘Our babies are dying’: Wilmington City Council member urges creation of violence prevention office
Community members say the situation is urgent, but city officials say shootings are actually down compared with last year.
11 months ago
Listen 0:58Mayor 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.
11 months ago
Listen 1:11Trial to begin for former Philadelphia police officer Mark Dial in killing of Eddie Irizarry
In August 2023, Dial shot Irizarry multiple times through the driver's side window during a traffic stop.
11 months ago
Philadelphia police officer shot near Overbrook High School; video shows chaotic scene
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.
11 months ago
Maurice Hill found guilty for attempted murder of Philadelphia police officers during 2019 shooting
Authorities said Hill fired more than 100 rounds at narcotics officers during the incident that took place in the city's Nicetown-Tioga section.
11 months ago
Federal dollars the state is losing come from bipartisan legislation passed after a Texas school shooting that left 19 children dead.
12 months ago
Listen 0:58Free basketball league in Kensington offers alternative to violence
A successful first season provided exercise and a social outlet for adult men under 40. A summer session is planned.
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