Citing ‘criminal activity,’ police are nixing more block parties in West and North Philly
It’s unclear what criteria PPD is using to make the denials, and residents are upset: “You can’t just pinpoint these neighborhoods.”
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South Street police are getting an award for their response to the June shooting that injured 14 people, raising questions on the corridor
A friends group representing local civic associations wants to show appreciation for the officers who patrol the strip.
What we know about the July Fourth shooting that disrupted Philly’s fireworks
Two police officers were wounded. It's unclear if they were shot intentionally.
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Inside the new Philly police headquarters on North Broad Street, in the former Inquirer building
There’s been an effort to preserve the historical integrity of what’s now officially called the Philadelphia Public Services Building.
Philadelphia will consider adding $10k in bonuses to recruit more police officers
Councilmember Green’s proposal, which would only kick in when staffing levels are low, would also relax requirements for city residency.
State troopers and another person killed on I-95 in Philly, driver charged with murder and DUI
A driver apparently hit them when trying to use the shoulder to pass by.
Why there’s no body cam footage from the fatal police shooting of a Philadelphia 12-year-old
The PPD says about 2,900 of the recording devices are in use, but plainclothes officers don’t wear them.
Philly becomes the first big U.S. city with a law banning minor traffic stops
The Driving Equality Law was crafted after data confirmed these kinds of violations overwhelmingly affect Black drivers.
Philly is getting a new police oversight board with more power. Meet the activists, leaders, lawyers, and judges nominated to serve on it
At a virtual town hall, the commission was hailed as the new watchdog the city needs.
Police, fire, and streets departments lag behind as Philly extends vaccine mandate for city employees
About 81% of the municipal workforce is fully vaccinated against COVID.
A hard look at the numbers behind 2021’s record gun violence in Philly, and an overview of what’s being done
People of color and young adults bore the brunt of city shootings.
Philly in the ‘final stages’ of multi-million dollar reforms promised after police killed Walter Wallace Jr.
One crisis responder says the city is “living up to its commitment.”
Philly police get raises in new city contract — with a few disciplinary reforms
The FOP Lodge 5 and Kenney administration touted the agreement as a fair deal for both sides.
Why 911 calls ring and ring: Inside the crisis at Philly police dispatch
A worker shortage means pressure is high and burnout is rampant.
Opinion: The MOVE bombing was deliberate, not an act of last resort
An activist makes the case for continued vigilance in speaking the truths of that fateful day.
What we know about the fire truck that careened into a North Philly building
Police are still investigating what happened, as L&I works to avoid a collapse.
A week that changed Philadelphia: How the George Floyd protests unfolded
The timeline of eight days that will go down in Philly history.
Policing and mental health: Experts call Philly’s new 911 script a good idea, but too long
Social workers, medical workers, former police officers, and crisis response professionals on the new PPD dispatch flowchart.
Editorial cartoon: Who thought it was a good idea to use NRA videos at Philly rec centers?
The gun lobby’s Eddie Eagle videos were being deployed on city property.
‘It’s not enough’: Philly leaders react to Chauvin murder verdict, express hope for more accountability
Elected officials emphasized that more work remains to be done.