Operation Hug The Block: Anti-violence groups march through troubled Philly neighborhoods at night
Organizers in Philadelphia believe it will literally take a sleepless effort to stop the alarming trend of gun violence plaguing the city.
Program teaches Philly youth conflict resolution skills to avoid violence
A four-week long summer youth program in West Philadelphia is building conflict resolution skills in the community.
Philadelphia community holds prayer walk to call for end to gun violence: 'We're all here for a purpose'
A Philadelphia faith-based community marched through the streets on a sultry Friday evening to call for an end to gun violence that's plaguing the city.
Family of murdered 15-year-old calls seeking harsher penalties for young people with guns
The family of a 15-year-old Philadelphia boy who was killed on is way to school is taking a stand against violence. The family is on a crusade to save our streets.
Local activist hopes upcoming music video will help quell Philadelphia's gun violence
A Philadelphia non-violence activist is calling on the city's youth to participate in a music project that he believes will help curb gun violence and promote peace.
Save Our Streets: A New Generation of Faith
Does faith, or lack of it, specifically among young people, play a role in the challenges that our Philadelphia communities face on a daily basis?
Gun violence survivor creates boxing program in Mantua for at-risk youth
When it comes to saving the streets of Philadelphia, it takes more than words – it takes action. One program in Mantua is teaching at-risk kids a more disciplined way to solve their problems.
Program aims to provide troubled youth with a second chance through mentorship
A court-ordered program is providing Philadelphia teens with troubled pasts a second chance to turn their young lives around before it's too late.
'We need more help': Philly groups receive nearly $1M in grants in fight against gun violence
Gun violence continues to plague the streets of Philadelphia, becoming more frequent and senseless over time. However, the District Attorney's Office is making a shift, trying to bring the focus back to community solutions.
'This has to stop': Group calls on Philly communities to stand together to prevent gun violence
Several groups throughout the city of Philadelphia are trying to make our streets a safer place, but they rarely work together. Recently, one local non-profit is trying to change all that.
Save Our Streets: Community Solutions
As gun violence in Philadelphia becomes more frequent and senseless, FOX 29 explores what the community can do to help "Save Out Streets."