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Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports  – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.
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Sports in America explores stories that shape athletes and fans alike. Each week, David Greene hosts in-depth conversations with people across the world of sports – from the star who hits the game winner to the millions of us whose lives are touched by the game.

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Gun Violence

Philadelphia City Councilmember Curtis Jones speaks during a press conference
Politics & Policy

After fatal rec center shooting, Philly lawmaker seeks to limit truck parking

The proposal comes after a recreation department worker was killed when caught in the crossfire of a shooting.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Police investigators work the scene of a fatal overnight shooting on South Street in Philadelphia, Sunday, June 5, 2022.
Courts & Law

Pinpoint plateau: Philly’s group violence intervention program makes single-digit percentage differences

As of Sept. 11, the year-to-date statistics from "Operation Pinpoint," Philadelphia’s group violence intervention program, show only slight decreases.

3 years ago

A woman holds up a picture of a woman as she speaks into several microphones. Three other people with somber faces are visible in the background.
Radio Times

Curbing Philadelphia gun violence

Gun violence in Philadelphia is at record levels. Residents are scared and angry. This hour, gun violence prevention - what works and what doesn't.

Air Date: September 14, 2022 10:00 am

Listen 49:30
File photo: Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner speaking at a press conference on Monday, August 22, 2022. (Tom MacDonald / WHYY)
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania House votes to hold Philly DA in contempt

The resolution accuses DA Krasner of showing “willful refusal” on multiple occasions to comply with the subpoena for materials relating to Philadelphia's rising gun crisis.

3 years ago

A woman holds up a picture of a woman as she speaks into several microphones. Three other people with somber faces are visible in the background.
Community

Kenney, Krasner, and Outlaw join call for public to help combat gun violence

Top city officials say people know who the suspects are in a rash of recent killings, and they need to come forward to help.

3 years ago

On Saturday, September 10, at Mill Creek Recreation Center, neighbors and loved ones paid tribute to Tiffany Fletcher, a mother of three who was killed by a stray bullet Friday afternoon in front of the center. (Emily Rizzo/WHYY)
Community

Philly’s Mill Creek community mourns loss of beloved Parks and Recreation employee, calls for gun violence solutions

They say Tiffany Fletcher, who was killed by a stray bullet while at work, was a pillar of her neighborhood.

3 years ago

(6abc)
Community
6abc

Philadelphia rec center worker dies after being caught in crossfire from gun battle, police say

A worker at a Philadelphia recreation center has died after she was caught in the crossfire of a nearby gun battle.

3 years ago

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Community

Police arrest Memphis man in livestreamed shootings; 4 dead

Four people were killed and three others were wounded in seven shootings and at least two carjackings.

3 years ago

Reggie Johnson stands on the basketball court at Fotteral Square Park. He is optimistic that the Rebuild of the park and the renovation of the Fairhill Apartments for senior housing will make the neighborhood safer. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Community

‘It’s long overdue’: Gun violence around Philly rec centers makes updates more urgent, residents say

The Rebuild initiative aims to make up for years of disinvestment. Amid the gun violence crisis, some residents say upgrades are not happening fast enough.

4 years ago

Listen 5:37
A little girl looks over the shoulder of an adult wearing a shirt which has a Bible verse written on the back.
Politics & Policy

In new gun law, a quiet breakthrough for victims of abuse

A new bipartisan gun safety law makes it more difficult for intimate partners convicted of domestic abuse to obtain firearms.

4 years ago

Philadelphia is continuing its ''Philadelphia Roadmap to Safer Communities'' listening tour to combat violence in the city. (City of Philadelphia)
Community

Philly resumes gun violence listening tours. But what impact have they had?

Community members who attended the first round of listening tours in the spring say it’s not clear how their input will be used in the fight against gun violence.

4 years ago

A fatal shooting took place in a drive-thru lane on Sunday. (6abc)
Community

Center City shooting incident highlights Philly violence over the weekend

Five boys are in custody for a shooting incident in Center City among violent incidents over the weekend in Philadelphia.

4 years ago

A street is shown at nighttime, with a few passersby walking by.
Community

After dark: Curfew centers offer fun and safety in Philly

Even though research says curfews don't do much, “an announcement will be made soon” as to when more teen curfew centers are opening in Philadelphia.

4 years ago

Delaware State University
Community
6abc

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.

4 years ago

A close-up of two different kinds of gun magazines.
Politics & Policy

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.

4 years ago

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