
Gun Violence
2 students shot during a robbery on Delaware State University Campus
Delaware State University Police are investigating after 2 students were shot on campus Saturday morning.
3 years ago
Delaware offers cash to owners of newly illegal large-capacity gun magazines
Legislators banned magazines that can hold more than 17 rounds in June. There’s a looming lawsuit challenging the new law.
3 years ago
Philadelphia Violence Prevention Hotline now fully staffed
Philadelphia’s 211 system is now fully staffed. Plans are underway to ensure security is a top priority at the Made in America Event over Labor Day weekend.
3 years ago
Philly gun violence leads to trying times for Parks & Rec Department
Kathryn Ott Lovell spoke with WHYY about park safety concerns at this month’s ribbon cutting ceremony at the newly remodeled 33rd and Wallace Playground.
3 years ago
Listen 5:54Most of Philly’s gun violence funding doesn’t immediately address the crisis, analysis shows
An analysis finds that most of the money will be spent on long-term strategies to address root causes rather than solutions that could slow shootings in 1-3 years.
3 years ago
Philly artists and advocates weigh the impact of drill music — minus the violence
Drill music, a subgenre of hip hop, has come under fire for graphic depictions of violence and criminal activity. Some Philadelphia rappers want to make a difference.
3 years ago
Listen 5:02On first day of school, Philly violence prevention activists call on dads to step up
Anti-violence activists say stronger parenting can help prevent gun violence.
3 years ago
Listen 5:41Man dead, 2 injured in Toms River shopping center shooting
Police found three individuals suffering from gunshot wounds near Anchorage Square Plaza.
3 years ago
Woman pulls gun during argument in King of Prussia Mall food court: Police
Officials said the woman pulled the gun after an argument near the Five Guys. The gun never went off.
3 years ago
Community members gather in South Philly for discussion on policing, stop and frisk debate
Some community members say they understand why City leaders are calling for the return of stop-and-frisk measures, but worry policy could backfire.
3 years ago
Residents and business owners both say they wish officers were more engaged. They disagree on how.
3 years ago
Philly officials want your ideas on gun violence solutions. Sessions begin this week
Philadelphia is bringing back “listening sessions” to gain community feedback on the gun violence crisis, extending a series held in the spring.
3 years ago
Philly DA Krasner applauds high bail after family feud ends in gunfire
Larry Krasner doesn’t like cash bail for non-violent offenses, but for gun crimes he believes the sky should be the limit.
3 years ago
Violence-free zone? House of Umoja looks to 70s-era peacemaking practices to keep teens safe
The House of Umoja has been credited with helping to quell Philly’s gang violence crisis in the 1970s. Now it wants to train a new generation of peacemakers.
3 years ago
Listen 5:41The Great American Gunshow investigates the allure of guns
Team Sunshine Performance Corporation has begun a long-term theatrical investigation of America’s conflicted relationship with firearms.
3 years ago