Gun Violence Prevention

Philadelphia Judge issues “permanent injunction” blocking recent executive action banning guns at City Parks and Rec facilities and grounds.

Thursday, Senate President Nick Scutari said his caucus is considering changes to concealed carry in the wake of a recent Supreme Court decision.

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Across Philadelphia, teachers are grappling with how to discuss Tuesday’s shooting at Roxborough High with frustrated and fearful students.

Councilmember Isaiah Thomas releases a list of recommendations for alleviating gun violence in Philadelphia.

According to Philadelphia police, at least two shooters ambushed a group of teenagers following football scrimmages.

The executive order is similar to a measure passed by Philadelphia City Council in 2019.

One section of a grade at a time, the entire student body gave presentations.

This summer, Black fathers had an opportunity to learn parenting skills, connect to jobs and therapy, and meet other dads through a parenting workshop.

Those looking to replace Mayor Jim Kenney have all highlighted gun violence as a top issue.

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

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

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

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

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.