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
Jeremy Baker: Josh’s Wonderland
Pennsylvania is no Disney World, as much as the actions and proclamations of Attorney General Josh Shapiro might suggest.
By Jeremy Baker
Republicans retake county row offices in Bucks
Republican candidates appears to have found great success in Bucks County, and a slew of victories and nail-biters in other counties across Pennsylvania.
By Linda Stein
Krasner’s office asks for raises at hearing on impact of crime on Philly’s neighborhood economies
A representative for D.A. Krasner chose to request raises for the D.A. office’s employees in a hearing intended to focus on the impact of rising crime.
By Todd Shepherd
Economy, crime, and Marine Corps — pillars of McSwain’s early campaign
The former prosecutor appointed by Trump will look to set himself apart in a crowded Republican field with a message of rule of law, economic growth, and pledging the Marines motto of ‘Semper Fidelis.’
By Todd Shepherd
The Editors: Where are they now? Many Krasner employees with troubled histories still employed
Philly DA Larry Krasner’s office is mum on numerous employees — including high-level advisors to the District Attorney — whose ethical and legal woes have made headlines.
By The Editors
The Editors: Once again, DelCo D.A. Jack Stollsteimer outshines Larry Krasner
DelCo District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer’s success has left his Philadelphia counterpart Larry Krasner in a tough spot, as many say the former’s “soft-on-crime” policies have led to a skyrocketing homicide rate. He isn’t shy about saying that Krasner hasn’t called him for advice.
By The Editors
Persistent drug crime stokes fear in Philly neighborhood
“I used to come out at 11 o’clock at night and walk my dog…I don’t do it now.”
By Todd Shepherd
Christine Flowers: Four more years of death
With Krasner’s victory on May 18th, Philadelphia’s progressive voting block showed its current political dominance and its astounding lack of concern for the reality of murder.
By Christine Flowers
Kyle Sammin: Krasner’s big win shows the limits of moderation in today’s political climate
Larry Krasner’s rout of challenger Carlos Vega in Philadelphia’s District Attorney race shows a sharp left tilt in Philadelphia’s Democratic electorate. An analysis.
By Kyle Sammin