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.
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How did Election Day go in Philly? ‘More people should come’ said a poll worker
In the last general election, mail ballots accounted for half the vote.
Mumia Abu-Jamal 101: How he ended up in prison, and why MOVE wants him freed
The former journalist was convicted of killing a police officer in 1981, in a trial many say was suffused with racial bias.
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DA Larry Krasner beats Carlos Vega in heated Democratic primary
The win is seen as a boost for the district attorney’s progressive policies and the criminal justice reform movement nationwide.
Slow drip of voters on primary morning in Philly, as poll workers ‘hope and pray’ for more turnout
“As far as the judges are concerned,” said one election worker, “I don't think people give that the weight that it really does carry.”
Huge success for Mother’s Day bailout, as annual Philly effort blows past fundraising goal
The Community Bail Fund is freeing more moms this year than ever before.
Philly DA race: With no party endorsement, Vega and Krasner wrestle for support
The challenger won trade union backing, while the incumbent picked up the support of many elected officials.
Procrastinator’s guide to the May 2021 primary election in Philadelphia
A cheat sheet for being informed when you vote.
Guns, bail, and public safety: Philly DA Larry Krasner is fighting for his political life
The reformist prosecutor seeks re-election as shootings surge — with no easy answers in sight.
Philly DA report card: The promises Krasner kept (or didn’t) in his first term
He came into office as a criminal justice reformer. How’d he do?
‘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.
With 35 years of experience, Carlos Vega wants to be Phllly’s next district attorney
The Spanish-speaking, FOP-backed homicide prosecutor is running to unseat Larry Krasner.
Elected officials call for hearings, investigations into Philly Fighting COVID vaccine debacle
Roused by reporting on the startup’s questionable practices, lawmakers beginning to speak out.
Philly DA vows to refile charges against fired police inspector after judge clears him of protester assault
Joseph Bologna was arrested in June after a baton-beating video went viral.
Philly’s chief homicide prosecutor demoted as murders reach three-decade high
DA Larry Krasner has replaced Anthony Voci with Chesley Lightsey as the person overseeing gun violence prosecutions.
Philly’s surprising arrest rate in reported violence against trans women this year: 100%
These kinds of cases are likely under-counted, however, thanks to a fraught relationship with police.
A parade of promises at West Philly community meeting, and Walter Wallace’s family walks out
“We are not at war,” said the police commissioner, a day after two officers shot and killed a Black man.
Everything we know about the police killing of West Philly’s Walter Wallace Jr.
The 27-year-old was shot dead in front of his mother and neighbors.
‘There’s gonna be looting,’ police warned white Fishtowners, showing a close-knit relationship that plays out across Philly
The city has received a high volume of misconduct complaints since the protests began.
Philly DA: Curfew doesn’t apply to voters heading to polls on Election Day
You won’t be turned away for not wearing a mask — but it’s strongly encouraged.