Public Safety

DA Larry Krasner discusses defunding the police and the future of public safety with WHYY Community Engagement Editor Christopher Norris in this extended interview.

WHYY's Community Engagement Editor Christopher Norris leads a discussion on defunding the police & the future of public safety.

Aamir Johnson Daye, aka D4M Skiano, was loved by fans, friends, teachers and family.

Marty and her guests discuss policing reform - why some efforts have failed, and what new approaches might stem pervasive police misconduct.

After a violent Fourth of July weekend, South Philly residents march for change and demand investments in violence intervention programs.

Authorities say a 6-year-old Philadelphia boy died after he was pulled from a pool at a resort on the New Jersey shore.

WHYY's Community Engagement Editor Christopher Norris leads a discussion on defunding the police & the future of public safety.

A public disregard for pandemic safety guidelines has led to the cancelation of Independence Day fireworks in Wildwood, officials announced. 

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.

Fireworks are a symbol of celebration, but they're not being saved for Fourth of July festivities in the U.S.

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.

How do you reduce funding for police, and change their role in communities, while ensuring public safety for all?

Philadelphia officials promise to install more fences and signs after demands from community leaders.

A continuing onshore flow and rough surf are creating a high risk of rip currents, according to the National Weather Service.

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.