Lawlessness has increased, driven by the sense of impunity criminals feel just across the county line in Philadelphia, officials say.
By Olivia DeMarco
Paul Davis: From China, with love
China plays a big role in America’s deadliest drug trade.
By Paul Davis
As two inmates escape from a Philadelphia prison, deeper problems come to light
The escape of two inmates — one charged with four homicides — comes just one week after the correctional officers’ union held a unanimous vote of no confidence in Commissioner Blanche Carney.
By A. Benjamin Mannes
Christine Flowers: Subway violence isn’t just a New York problem
Our cities and their public transit systems are suffering from a crime problem that has nothing to do with race.
By Christine Flowers
Andy Bloom: Assault weapon bans make people feel better, but won’t make things better
Previous bans let politicians feel like they were doing something, but failed to make a difference in reducing violent crime.
By Andy Bloom
Beth Ann Rosica: School violence grows across the region
Big city disorder dominates the headlines, but parents report that the problem is more widespread.
By Beth Ann Rosica
Andy Bloom: American tragedies — how does this mess end?
The seemingly endless run of violent incidents don’t reflect a country divided — they reflect a country gone mad.
By Andy Bloom
Albert Eisenberg: The unbearable lightness of Helen Gym
Gym has made offense-taking a full-time job — but it’s not the one she was elected to do.
By Albert Eisenberg
Beth Ann Rosica: Schools have to restore the original meaning of restorative justice
The principles of restorative justice can benefit young victims and offenders alike, but only if schools emphasize the whole model of safety and accountability.
By Beth Ann Rosica
Zero to 6,000 in sixteen weeks: Philly car thefts continue to accelerate
The city is on pace to surpass 20,000 car thefts in 2023.
By Todd Shepherd