Reducing gun violence was a top campaign issue during Philadelphia’s 2023 mayoral ... Meanwhile, Temple University attributes the reduction in crime within its patrol areas to the implementation ...

which makes up the core of North Philadelphia. He said there has been a significant level of crime reduction in that area: 64% down in violent crime and 40% down in shootings. “We are happy with ...

Gun violence remains a pressing issue in Philadelphia, despite a notable decrease in incidents in 2023. The city is witnessing a significant community response aimed at addressing this crisis ...

In 2020, Philadelphia had 499 homicides — nearly 150 more than the previous year. Gun violence worsened in 2021 — with 562 homicides that year — and then dropped slightly in 2022.

Philadelphia, and Boston, which all have lower YTD rates of gun victimizations in 2024 compared with this same time in 2019—have committed to gun violence reduction strategies coordinated by ...

Evidence-based solutions are making a significant impact in the fight against gun violence in Philadelphia ... reason why we shouldn't be seeing 40% reduction by next year." ...

Philadelphia, and Boston, which all have lower YTD rates of gun victimizations in 2024 compared with this same time in 2019—have committed to gun violence reduction strategies coordinated by ...

Host Tamala Edwards and the panel discuss crime in the city of Philadelphia, beginning with whether the lawsuit against three local gun shops involved in straw purchases will help curb gun violence.

Some of the city’s political and community leaders argue that a law enforcement-focused approach won’t work in reducing violent crime in the city. They argue that the city must address deeply ...

and protect communities in every corner of Philadelphia.” Outlaw said the level of gun violence seen in the city remains at an “unacceptable” rate, but the 7% reduction in homicides since ...

Tyron was one of 499 people killed in 2020 in Philadelphia, most with a firearm. His death was one of more than 45,000 gun-related deaths registered in the U.S. that year. A wave of gun violence ...