Teen Killed, Another Hurt in School Shooting
A teenager was killed and another injured in a shooting incident near a Philadelphia school. The violent incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in the area.
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Black Trans Woman Killed in Philadelphia (video)
27-year-old trans woman Shahir Jackson McDonald, known as Diamond, was murdered in Philadelphia’s Germantown area with no signs of break-in.
13-Year-Old Killed in Philadelphia Shooting on His Way Home
A 13-year-old boy was tragically killed in a Philadelphia shooting while walking home on a school night. The incident occurred before 8 PM, devastating his mother and community.
Football Players Shot in Philadelphia; Mayor Bans Public Guns
Five football players were shot in an ambush after a game at Roxborough High School in Philadelphia, killing a 14-year-old student on the same day the mayor banned guns in public spaces.
Black Men Will teach All Core Courses to Black Students at
Martin Luther King High School in Philadelphia launches program with all-black male teachers for core courses. The initiative addresses the fact that black men make up less than 2% of teachers nationwide.
Man Returns to Philadelphia for Funeral, Shot and Killed
Diniar Camp, 26, was fatally shot in Philadelphia while attending the funeral of friend Jaelill Foy, a singer who performed for Obama.
Drunk Driver Charged With Murder in Philly Crash
Jayana Tanae Webb, who called herself the ‘best drunk driver ever’ on Twitter, faces murder charges after allegedly killing two state troopers and a pedestrian in a DWI crash on I-95 in Philadelphia.
Black Man Shot and Killed by Police in West Philly Incident
Walter Wallace was shot and killed by police in West Philadelphia. The incident has raised questions about police use of force in confrontations.
Caught on Video: 2 Shot in Philly Basketball Dispute
Philadelphia police released video of a shooting on SEPTA El Train after Bulls fans celebrated victory over 76ers. Two men were wounded following the basketball argument.
Urban DJ Fire Victim Helps Others Rebuild
100.3 The Beat restores hope to the arson victims of Coatesville Philadelphia, PA. – Â ?On Saturday, February 7, 2009 100.3 The Beats Poochman will take his show on the road to Coatesville to lend a hand to those who have been affected by the string of arson attacks. The victim of a tragic fire … Read more