Why Philly can’t make stronger gun laws, and the legal battle to get that changed
Pennsylvania has some laws on the books known as “preemption” statutes, and they stop municipalities from enacting tighter regulations.
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Philadelphia youth anti-violence efforts lack coordination at city level, panelists say
Activists at a community conversation pushed for more centralized resources.
West Philly residents to city officials: Get money to grassroots startups, do job training in the neighborhoods
Community members shared suggestions at a panel discussion on anti-violence funding.
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You wouldn’t need a license to carry a gun in Philly under a bill gaining steam in Harrisburg
Law enforcement groups have come out against the proposal, saying it would make both officers and civilians unsafe.
Philly rec centers are hosting an NRA youth gun program, Outlaw says. Studies show it’s not effective.
Other officials expressed concern over the partnership with the lobbying group, which has sued the city over firearm safety laws.
CeaseFire PA offers toolkit for Philly students in National School Walkout
"We're seeing students take this all upon themselves."
14 photos from the Philly vigil for Las Vegas shooting victims
Philadelphia is fed up with gun violence.