Gun Violence

As the dust settles following a crowded Democratic mayoral primary, Cherelle Parker’s victory means she could become Philadelphia’s first female mayor. But with heightened sensitivities around safety and violence, some North Philly residents lack optimism that change will occur. 

With a background in theater and art, Douglas Rucker is the writer and director of a play called “YO, PUT THE GUN DOWN!” to raise awareness of gun violence in the community that is affecting the youth.

On April 1, Tracey Gordon, the City of Philadelphia’s Register of Wills, hosted a webinar, Plan. Prepare. Protect. The event was part of a series she hosts on Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m. in

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

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.

The committee focused on the accounts of survivors of gun violence and the loved ones of homicide victims.

Community organizers testified about gun violence prevention programs

Philadelphia City Council proposed a resolution pertaining to the future use of the oil refinery site, addressed the possible closure of another area hospital, and held hearings regarding gun violence during the week of Feb.