Scaling up cleaning and greening efforts could meaningfully reduce gun violence in Philadelphia: researchers projected 350 fewer shootings per year, based on the 29 percent drop in gun violence they linked to Philadelphia LandCare. | From: Kouvenda Media (Read more.)
While firebombings are unusual in Philadelphia, the city has a history of suspected criminals terrorizing family members and friends because someone in their circle has cooperated with law enforcement or prosecutors as part of a criminal investigation or court case. In response, City Council is now considering a budget measure that includes a proposal to create a program that would give these people the option to relocate. | From: PlanPhilly (Read more.)
One crisis responder says the city is “living up to its commitment.” | From: Billy Penn (Read more.)
Just a few months into the school year, there have already been at least four shootings near Philadelphia school buildings, as the city grapples with historically high rates of gun violence. | From: WHYY (Read more.)
A look at social media platforms like Instagram reveals what many who are working to stem the tide of gun violence say; that much of the gun violence seen in Philadelphia is the result of arguments and disagreements. This circumstance can result in detectives determining that a victim contributed to his, her or their own death. | From: Love Now Media (Read more.)
From shattered windows that greet people as they make their way to work to holes discovered in bumpers as they’re heading home, car owners across the city are being hit with a new expense. | From: Billy Penn (Read more.)
Multiple studies find that environmental fixes to low-income neighborhoods reduce gun violence dramatically. WURD’s midday host combines five of them into one bold plan. | From: The Citizen (Read more.)
Philadelphia is experiencing historic levels of gun violence. The city hit a grim record of 499 homicides in 2020, and 2021 could prove deadlier — there were 420 homicides as of Tuesday, an 18% increase over the same period the year before. | From: Chalkbeat Philadelphia (Read more.)
“You never know what’s gonna happen when you’re standing right here,” said Mark Tadlock, as he waited for a bus at Broad Street and Olney Avenue. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)
Mental health and post traumatic stress bear a hidden cost in the aftermath of gun violence. | From: Love Now Media (Read more.)
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