Philly schools implement new rules for lockdowns to reduce trauma

Also planned is the district's first-ever staff training dedicated to the procedure.

‘It was inundated’: Fatal police standoff in Frankford triggers memories of North Philly shootout

The hourlong gun battle shook up the Lower Northeast neighborhood.

Surrender a gun, no questions asked? Not an option in everyday Philadelphia

If it's not a scheduled buyback event, Philly Police require ID.

Students face off with police — at a basketball game to combat gun violence

Three Philadelphia high school juniors raised more than $1,800 thanks to "surreal" community support.

Across the Philly School District, lockdowns happen as frequently as every other day

An analysis of records from the past 10 years shows there's no real standard for how to report these incidents, which can leave students with nightmares.

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Here’s a list of resources to include when reporting on gun violence in Philly

Have one to add? Let us know.

This new tool can help you understand Philly’s gun violence crisis

Plus: How about a resource list at the end of every article or broadcast about a shooting?

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Building trades to donate repairs for houses damaged in North Philly police standoff

The city offers few options for assistance in making needed repairs when property is damaged by bullets.

Some neighborhoods get crime-fighting LED streetlights, but others must wait

Community leaders can ask for the new bright lighting, but there's no timeline for rollout.

Why a former Philly police star is back to lead state anti-violence efforts

Charles Ramsey was known for for his tough-on-crime mantra.

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Google flubs on SOS alert for North Philly shooting

Experts say the search giant might be doing more harm than good.

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7-hour North Philly police standoff ends without fatalities: Suspect surrenders, hostages free

Six officers were injured during the gun battle, and more than 50 children were trapped in a nearby daycare for hours.

The NRA hates Pat Toomey, but he still can’t get background checks passed

The senator broke with fellow Republicans to defy the gun lobby, but in multiple tries over the past decade, he's failed to force action.

‘Do something now’: Philly soccer player uses field mic to send gun violence message to Congress

Ale Bedoya gave voice to the sentiment many are feeling after this weekend's back-to-back mass shootings.

Using fire and force, this Philly author turns guns into garden tools

For those who’ve lost loved ones, Shane Claiborne’s hammer can be cathartic.

Homicide is the leading cause of death for young black men in Philly. What should we do?

We spoke with five community leaders to get their ideas for solutions.

Philly sees the equivalent of a mass shooting every 3 months

Trauma surgeons have a sad name for these instances: "everyday mass shootings."

Philly gives $700k to neighborhoods orgs to help reduce gun violence

The Office of Violence Prevention is giving out grants up to $20,000.

This journalist will spend a year creating guidelines for America’s gun violence reporting

Jim MacMillan scored a prestigious RJI Fellowship to establish best practices for news about shootings.

Instead of airbrushing fancy cars, this t-shirt shop helps Philly remember loved ones

"In Memory" products account for half the sales at Airbrush Allstars in Northern Liberties.