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The Intergenerational Fallout of Gun Violence–part 2

December 15, 2024

This story was originally published by The Trace, a nonprofit newsroom covering gun violence in America. Sign up to www.thetrace.org/newsletter Movita Johnson-Harrell poses for a portrait in the studio at The Charles Foundation house, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on November 25, 2024. Johnson-Harrell founded The Charles Foundation after her son Charles was killed, to help at-risk…

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Pennsylvania Office of Gun Violence Prevention and CeaseFirePA host listening session on firearm suicide prevention

December 7, 2024

The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) and CeaseFirePA recently teamed up to host the fourth stakeholder listening session for PCCD’s Office of Gun Violence Prevention. This meeting brought together local and regional experts and organizations to discuss strategies and policies to prevent suicides by firearm. “While many people think of mass shootings and…

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Schmidt offers tips to help Pennsylvanians avoid falling victim to charity scams

December 7, 2024

HARRISBURG, Pa. — With many people donating to charity this time of year, the Shapiro administration is offering tips and best practices to help Pennsylvanians make sure their contributions go to legitimate charitable organizations and causes. “The holiday season brings out the spirit of giving, and Pennsylvanians have always done their part,” Secretary of the…

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Black Men in Education Convening conference features celebrated educator Joyce Abbott and legendary activist Angela Davis

December 7, 2024

Joyce Abbott, seated, who inspired the television show “Abbott Elementary,” at the conference.Photo: Constance Garcia-Barrio By Constance Garcia-Barrio The annual Black Men in Education Conference (BMEC), held Nov. 21- 23 at Loew’s Hotel in Center City, featured talented teachers, including Joyce Abbott, a marquee name in urban education. Abbott, a retired schoolteacher born and raised…

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Defined and diminished by gun violence–part 1

December 7, 2024

This story was originally published by The Trace, a nonprofit newsroom covering gun violence in America. Sign up to www.thetrace.org/newsletter A mural featuring W.E.B. Dubois honoring the Seventh Ward of Philadelphia, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on November 26, 2024. By Mensah M. Dean for The Trace On a frigid winter morning, just steps away from his…

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Festival of Trees returns to LOVE Park

December 1, 2024

(Photo courtesy Festival of Trees) Philadelphia’s most popular new holiday tradition is back! Festival of Trees will once again take over LOVE Park’s Welcome Center (1569 John F. Kennedy Blvd.) from December 5 to December 24, with a ribbon cutting open to the public on December 4 at 5:00 p.m. For the Festival’s second year,…

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