Gun Violence

A Philly teen suggests taking away her freedom under the new curfew law is not going to be the path to a safer city.

Across from Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, mothers of those lost to gun violence surround Saunders Park in a photo essay by photographer Kathy Shorr for Mural Arts.

The lawsuit argues that AR-15 rifles and similar weapons have long been in “common use” and that gives them protection under the U.S. and Delaware constitutions.

Mayor Kenney, police, and city officials say they’re committed to addressing issues in grant money and curfews.

Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner said more will have to be done to stem the rising tide of violence in the city.

Philadelphia City Council recently passed a stricter version of an existing juvenile curfew that requires older teens to be inside by 10 p.m. this summer.

The untraceable weapons are becoming more popular for use in crime in Philly. The effort is part of a crackdown on gun show sales.

The incident occurred at the Snyder station before the first train came through early Monday. Video and DNA evidence could help police make a quick arrest.

Gun buyback programs don’t do much for city violence but can be helpful in other ways. Is there a way to change them to be more effective?

A report says nearly 400 law enforcement officials rushed to mass shooting that left 21 people dead at a Uvalde elementary school.

Gun violence activist and survivor Oronde McClain was paired with WHYY host Cherri Gregg to produce a video and written work to show the true impact of gun violence.

The much-criticized, historically racist policing tactic never actually went away, but in recent years officials had decried it and the city had moved away from its broad use.

The city’s Summer Event Series and the West Fest Block Party have been canceled because of rising incidents of gun violence.

The edited footage was published as Texas lawmakers investigating the massacre are preparing to release their findings.

The independent investigation into the borough’s police procedures was completed in June, but the report might not be released to the public until the end of July.