The city goes to court once more to limit gun rights, but the guns used in crimes are almost all illegal already.
By Paul Davis
Jabari K. Jones: It’s time to give West Philadelphia families a choice
Parents want something better for their children. Why is the government standing in the way?
By Jabari K. Jones
Crime is ‘hotter’ in areas bordering Philadelphia
Heat map shows jurisdictions bordering Philadelphia are experiencing increased crime compared to their average crime rates over the past five years.
By Broad + Liberty Staff
Philly City Council bans supervised injection sites for drug use
Only one Councilmember — Working Families Party member Kendra Brooks — voted against the ban.
By Anthony Hennen
Thom Nickels: Talent, not race, should determine who creates public art in Philadelphia
The city’s treatment of Wesley Wofford tarnishes a long legacy of public art.
by Thom Nickels
Paul Davis: Free for the taking? We need to crack down on serial shoplifters.
Widespread lawlessness makes life unpleasant and dangerous for everyone.
By Paul Davis
Larry Miller: Lots of talk, but little action on gun crime in Philadelphia
Since Larry Krasner took office, over 2,500 people have been slain. They did not need to die.
By Larry Miller
Paul Davis: Krasner announces prosecution of juvenile on terrorism-related charges
But why aren’t the feds handling this case?
By Paul Davis
Jaslin Vasquez-Gonzalez: Every kid deserves to be as lucky as me
I’m not bragging. I’m providing an example of what happens when somebody gives a child the opportunity to succeed.
By Jaslin Vasquez-Gonzalez
Paul Davis: A veteran police sergeant offers tips on how to avoid being carjacked
Awareness of your surroundings can help you avoid being the victim of this increasingly common crime.
By Paul Davis