Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro Proposes $100M to Combat Gun Violence, Seeks Bipartisan Support in Philadelphia and Beyond
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro proposes a $100 million plan to combat gun violence, including a $37.5 million boost for the VIP program and new gun legislation. The plan gets broad support from community leaders and bipartisan lawmakers.
Pennsylvania Youths Charged as Adults in Separate Fatal Shootings of Children
Two Pennsylvania teens are charged with third-degree murder in separate fatal shootings of younger children. Nolan Grove, 14, is accused of killing Kain Heiland, 12, while Aaron Klingensmith, 14, is charged in the death of another 12-year-old.
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner Blamed for Crime Rise by House Republicans During Contentious Hearing
House Republicans critiqued Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner's policies for rising violence in the city, while Democrats and Krasner labeled the field hearing as a politically motivated attack.
Wave of Shootings in Southwest Philadelphia Leaves One Woman Dead, Three Men Injured
One woman was killed and three men injured in two shootings in Southwest Philadelphia, which may be linked. The first incident occurred on Wheeler Street and the second on Passyunk Avenue. No arrests have been made, and police seek information.