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 ...

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 ...

Philadelphia's Health Department adopts a public health approach to gun violence, focusing on data analysis and community ...

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 ...

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 ...

Philadelphia marks Gun Violence Awareness Month, highlighting JWAT's role in reducing gun-related incidents, and emphasizing ...

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 ...

The group's message is resonating in Philadelphia, where although there has been a significant reduction in gun violence from 2023, it remains a focal point of city officials Husband-and-wife team ...

Those areas accounted for 43 percent of gun violence in Philadelphia last year. The increase in patrols is part of a new crime reduction plan. The city's $5.8 billion budget for fiscal year 2023 ...