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  Gun violence is down in Philadelphia, but more children and teens are wielding guns

  By Mensah M. Dean Verified

  Apr. 10, 2025

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  Philadelphia’s status as the nation’s poorest big city is a major cause of its gunfire

  By Mensah M. Dean Verified

  Apr. 01, 2025

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  Gun violence is down in Philadelphia, but more children and teens are wielding guns

  By Mensah M. Dean Verified

  Apr. 10, 2025

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The Trace

The Trace is an independent, nonprofit news organization based in Brooklyn, New York, dedicated to covering gun violence in the United States. Founded in 2015, it focuses on investigating and reporting the causes, impacts, and potential solutions to gun violence. The organization emphasizes data-driven reporting and collaborates with over 250 media outlets to amplify its reach. The Trace produces in-depth investigative reports, such as its analysis of police records related to gun theft and its examination of the influence of gun lobbyists. It employs data analysis tools to uncover trends in gun violence and engages with communities affected by these issues through digital outreach and surveys. The organization also publishes primary sources to support follow-up reporting by other journalists. By providing accessible reporting, The Trace aims to raise awareness and inform advocates, policymakers, and researchers about gun violence and its implications.