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Temple University re-engaging with Philly Police after student murder, despite embrace of “defund” movement

December 2, 2021December 2, 2021
Todd Shepherd
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Temple U. will seek more police patrols after a student was murdered near campus. But in 2020, the university was cutting some of its support for the police department.
By Todd Shepherd

Crime

Seth Williams: Fighting Philly’s scourge of gun homicides

November 26, 2021December 11, 2021
Seth Williams
2

The time is now, and demands that we again be bold and show the world we are committed and willing to reduce gun violence and the saving of lives in a new and profound way.
By Seth Williams

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Jabari Jones: Politicizing gun violence is killing Philadelphia — literally

November 24, 2021November 25, 2021
Jabari K. Jones
3

“But most politicians continue to play defensive politics with an issue in which lives are at stake, debating things that shouldn’t be debatable.” 
By Jabari K. Jones

Crime

Matthew J. Brouillette: Johnny Doc’s conviction could mark a turning point for city

November 18, 2021November 18, 2021
Matthew J. Brouillette

Dougherty’s conviction has dealt a blow to the Democrat machine in the largest city in the biggest swing state in the nation. Will Philadelphia emerge from crony corruption or will someone fill Johnny Doc’s shoes?
By: Matthew J. Brouillette

Crime

Patty-Pat Kozlowski: In Philadelphia, every week is Shark Week

November 5, 2021November 5, 2021
Patty-Pat Kozlowski
2

Until Philadelphia’s elected officials start taking senseless, spiking violence seriously, every week will be Shark Week.
By Patty-Pat Kozlowski

Crime

Philadelphia bans police stops for certain traffic violations

November 3, 2021November 3, 2021
Christen Smith
2

Philadelphia became the first major U.S. city to ban police stops for minor traffic violations in an effort to reduce harmful interactions between law enforcement and people of color.
By Christen Smith

Crime

Jeff Hurvitz: Broad & Olney – A window into Philadelphia crime

October 13, 2021October 19, 2021
Jeff Hurvitz
15

What can the Broad Street and Olney Avenue intersection tell us about a troubling rise in violent crime and the crumbling of law and order in Philadelphia?
By Jeff Hurvitz

Crime

Martina White: Progressive politics have made Philadelphia the nation’s murder capital

September 8, 2021September 8, 2021
State Rep. Martina White
2

A focus on progressive policies and inaction from Democrat leaders has led to Philadelphia leading in homicides. Unless electeds prioritize the lives of citizens, the city will continue to be a playground for violent criminals.
By State Rep. Martina White

Crime

Gabe Kaminsky: When will PA mayors wake up to the crime crisis?

September 3, 2021September 3, 2021
Gabe Kaminsky
2

As violent crime skyrockets in Pennsylvania, many are unsure if Democrat leaders are capable of maintaining law and order. Now, criticism against these electeds is intensifying.
By Gabe Kaminsky

Crime

Persistent drug crime stokes fear in Philly neighborhood

August 26, 2021August 26, 2021
Todd Shepherd
1

“I used to come out at 11 o’clock at night and walk my dog…I don’t do it now.”
By Todd Shepherd

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