Gun Violence Prevention

On Saturday, community activists, policymakers, and law enforcement officials talked about how to reduce shootings in Philadelphia.

The School District of Philadelphia launched its Safe Path gun violence prevention program in 2022. Pa. lawmakers are now calling for $50 million in state funds to expand it.

Activists, lawmakers, and business leaders will spend Saturday discussing gun violence action items. They plan to send a “white paper” to the next mayor.

On Monday, 12 City Council members voiced their support for the project, following an attempt by an unknown person to scare away volunteers on patrol in Kensington.

Produced in part by Philadelphia's Office of Black Male Engagement, the two-hour documentary introduces representatives from community groups working throughout the city.

Hundreds of families are affected by gun violence across Philadelphia each year — many cases go unsolved, leaving those left behind to grieve and fight for justice.

The Citizens Police Oversight Commission has released updates to prior changes on officer discipline, and recommended new reforms.

The city of Philadelphia is suing the state over the right to pass local firearms legislation. The Pa. Supreme Court heard arguments today.

“This is a novel issue, but that doesn’t mean it’s not a winnable issue,” said Shaundra Kellam Lewis.

Comparing a recent Gallup poll to crime statistics shows perception is not reality.

A federal ban on assault weapons could keep children safer from gun violence at school this year, lawmakers and advocates say.

The peaceful march ended in front of the Philadelphia 24th Police District station.

The city of Philadelphia says there will be more police officers around school campuses this fall in an effort to prevent gun violence.

In Philadelphia, where relationships between police officers and residents are already strained, the fatal shooting of Eddie Irizarry Jr. could have larger consequences.

City of Philadelphia public safety leaders have made a resource guide to help point residents affected by gun violence to services.