Public Safety
Circle honoring victims of sexual assault closes out Philly advocacy event
The event came as Sexual Assault Awareness Month winds down.
2 years ago
Ukraine says Russian offensive in east picks up momentum
The fighting gathered pace after Russia suddenly cut off natural gas to two NATO nations on Wednesday, in what was seen as a bid to punish and divide the West.
2 years ago
Twitter abuse victims fear Musk’s plans, but may not quit
While polls show all types of people are susceptible to online harassment, extensive research has shown that women and people of color are far more likely to be targeted.
2 years ago
A pediatric surgical group endorses Biden’s nominee for gun enforcement agency chief
The organization, which has more than 1,600 members, says it is "imperative" that ATF have a strong and effective director.
2 years ago
Pa. lawmakers urge approval of rape kit tracking system legislation
Pennsylvania lawmakers say the legislation would help reduce the state’s backlog of rape kits.
2 years ago
More than 120,000 pounds of ground beef is recalled over possible E. coli concerns
Regulators discovered during routine testing that certain products from Swedesboro, N.J.-based Lakeside Refrigerated Services may be contaminated with E. coli O103.
2 years ago
CeaseFirePA, supporters ask lawmakers to take steps to reduce gun violence: ‘Enough is enough’
The group sought support for Senate Bill 217 and House Bill 980, which would require gun owners to report lost or stolen firearms.
2 years ago
How to help your Philly neighbors get free smoke alarms installed
More than 20 Philadelphians have died in fires so far this year, and over 300 residents have been displaced.
2 years ago
Russia pounds eastern Ukraine as West promises Kyiv new arms
Two months into the devastating conflict, Western arms have already helped Ukraine stall Russia’s invasion — but its leaders have said they need more support fast.
2 years ago
As National Victims Rights Week kicks off, Philadelphia’s gun violence shows no sign of slowing down
As Philadelphia marks National Crime Victims Rights Week with a series of events, the city’s gun violence shows no signs of abating.
2 years ago
Depp recording warns of ‘bloodbath’ if arguments escalate
Heard's attorneys concluded their cross-examination of the actor Monday as he took the stand for a fourth day of testimony.
2 years ago
Russia hits rail, fuel facilities in attacks deep in Ukraine
As both sides in the 2-month-old war brace for what could be a grinding battle in the country’s eastern industrial heartland, top American officials pledged more help.
2 years ago
U.S. promises more Ukraine aid, Biden announces veteran envoy
The trip by Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was the highest-level American visit to Kyiv since Russia invaded in late February.
2 years ago
Fires hit Southwest, New Mexico’s season ‘dangerously early’
New Mexico faces a long and potentially devastating wildfire season, said Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, as wildfires cause destruction and force people to evacuate their homes.
2 years ago
Officials: 4 dead, including 3 children after rowhome fire in Kensington
Officials say it was 3 children and a man who died.
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