Public Safety
Marty and her guests discuss policing reform - why some efforts have failed, and what new approaches might stem pervasive police misconduct.
Air Date: July 8, 2020 10:00 am
Listen 48:59‘It’s not normal’: After violent Fourth of July weekend, South Philly residents march for change
After a violent Fourth of July weekend, South Philly residents march for change and demand investments in violence intervention programs.
4 years ago
Boy dies after pulled from pool at Wildwood resort
Authorities say a 6-year-old Philadelphia boy died after he was pulled from a pool at a resort on the New Jersey shore.
4 years ago
Police reimagined: The future of public safety, part 3
WHYY's Community Engagement Editor Christopher Norris leads a discussion on defunding the police & the future of public safety.
4 years ago
Wildwood cancels July 4 fireworks due to disregard for coronavirus guidelines
A public disregard for pandemic safety guidelines has led to the cancelation of Independence Day fireworks in Wildwood, officials announced.
4 years ago
Philly puts prosecutors in police divisions to help tackle gun-violence
Members of the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office and the Philadelphia Police Department are teaming up with hopes of solving more homicides and non-fatal shootings.
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Fireworks are booming before July 4, but why the ruckus?
Fireworks are a symbol of celebration, but they're not being saved for Fourth of July festivities in the U.S.
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Coast Guard, good Samaritans rescue 4 from boat near N.J. coast
The Coast Guard and good Samaritans came to the rescue of four people after a boat began taking on water near the New Jersey coast.
4 years ago
Police reimagined: The future of public safety, part 2
How do you reduce funding for police, and change their role in communities, while ensuring public safety for all?
4 years ago
Two West Philly teens drowned in the Schuylkill. No signs told them why they shouldn’t swim there.
Philadelphia officials promise to install more fences and signs after demands from community leaders.
4 years ago
NWS: N.J. rip currents potentially ‘life-threatening’ to anyone who enters ocean Tuesday
A continuing onshore flow and rough surf are creating a high risk of rip currents, according to the National Weather Service.
4 years ago
Shootings are up 67 percent in Philly, but few can yet say why
According to numbers from the Philadelphia Police Department, as of June 11 the city has seen 178 homicides, a 25% increase compared to this time last year.
4 years ago
Protection from abuse orders drop 40% in Philly during pandemic, compounding domestic violence fears
Help hotline calls are up — and are often rushed and secretive.
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Philly police no longer welcome in Vision Zero as bicyclists reckon with racism
The Bicycle Coalition will no “longer advocate for armed police enforcement” of safer streets rules. Philly officials say city policy could shift as well.
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Tear gassing protesters during an infectious outbreak called ‘a recipe for disaster’
Deploying these corrosive, inhalable chemicals could harm people in several ways, including exposing more people to the coronavirus.
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