Crime
Education: Did the 2013 School Closures Lead to Increased Youth Violence?
Did the 2013 School Closures Lead to Increased Youth Violence? [continue reading…]
crime prevention
Crime
Crime: Heal The Hurt and Value Young Lives
Heal The Hurt and Value Young Lives [continue reading…]
Crime
Crime: Without Targeted Support, Youth are Left Behind
Without Targeted Support, Youth are Left Behind [continue reading…]
Crime
Hartranft: A Neighborhood in Transition
Hartranft: A Neighborhood in Transition [continue reading…]
Crime
Crime: What Can Local Organizations Do to Help Stem the Tide of Violence?
What Can Local Organizations Do to Help Stem the Tide of Violence? [continue reading…]
City Hall
Gun Violence: Local Organizations Discuss Struggles of Fighting Gun Violence Epidemic
On March 24, the Mayor’s Office of Black Male Engagement (OBME) and the Mayor’s Commission on African American Males (MCAAM) hosted a virtual community meeting to hear from local organizations that are determined to combat [continue reading…]
City Hall
City Hall: Virtual Town Hall Discusses Philadelphia’s Gun Violence Crisis
Councilmember Allan Domb hosted a virtual town hall to address the gun violence crisis in Philadelphia with Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw and Senior Director of Criminal Justice & Public Safety Erica Atwood. [continue reading…]
Crime
Overbrook: Teen Death Sets Back Struggle to Change Neighborhood Image
[vimeo 63675884] Tragedy struck the Tustin Recreation Center Thursday afternoon when 17-year-old Bernard Scott was caught in the crossfire of gunshots that erupted during a fight on 59th and Lancaster. Scott was an innocent bystander, police said. Scott staggered [continue reading…]
Crime
Overbrook: Crime Prevention Combats Increased Car Thefts
In the past month, neighborhood crime reports indicate two robberies, two burglaries and a car theft have taken place in the 19th Police District near Overbrook. The 19th District is being proactive in educating community members [continue reading…]
Allegheny
Allegheny: Allied Barton Works to Keep Students Safe
Student safety is a priority on most college campuses. But when the campus is located in an area more prevalent to crime, it becomes more of a concern. Colleges want to provide an environment where [continue reading…]