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PHILADELPHIA, PA — With human trafficking cases climbing sharply across the region, Pennsylvania officials and survivor advocates gathered Thursday in Philadelphia to unveil a powerful new digital hub aimed at …
Pa. Sounds Alarm as Trafficking Cases Surge and New Rescue Hub Goes Live Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency is rolling out a sweeping expansion of violence prevention, crisis response, and school safety funding, directing hundreds of millions of …
Pennsylvania Unleashes Massive Safety Push as Violence Drops Statewide Read More
ROYERSFORD, PA — State Sen. Katie Muth announced this week that more than $4,000,000 in state and federal funding has been awarded to communities and service providers across Senate District …
Over $4 Million Floods Region for Mental Health, Addiction, Victim Support Read More
CHAMBERSBURG, PA — As the holiday season intensifies, state officials and victim advocates are issuing a renewed call for crime victims and survivors to seek help, emphasizing that critical services …
Holiday Stress Spurs Safety Reminder for Crime Victims in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency is opening applications for $10 million in state-funded security grants, launching a high-stakes push to protect places of worship, community …
$10 Million Security Lifeline Opens as PA Nonprofits Race to Counter Hate Threats Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency highlighted major strides in reducing gun violence, expanding victim support, and strengthening community safety this …
Holiday Spotlight on Safety: Pennsylvania Showcases Big Gains in Fighting Violence Read More ROYERSFORD, PA — State Sen. Katie Muth (D-Chester/Montgomery/Berks) announced that over $8.4 million in funding has been awarded to organizations across Senate District 44 through the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime …
$8.4M Secured for Victim Services and Domestic Violence Programs in District 44 Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers have taken a significant step toward empowering law enforcement and supporting crime victims with the near-unanimous approval of the VICTIM Act (HB 1511). The legislation, …
Justice for Families: The VICTIM Act Aims to Close Cold Cases and Keep Communities Safe Read More
BERKS COUNTY, PA — The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) announced a new statewide Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Technical Assistance Center initiative, aiming to enhance community safety and …
Pennsylvania Launches Statewide Initiative to Strengthen Crisis Intervention Programs Read More
STATE COLLEGE, PA — The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) marked the opening of its 2025 Criminal Justice Advisory Board (CJAB) Conference in State College, drawing a record-breaking …
2025 CJAB Conference Highlights Innovation and Collaboration in Pennsylvania’s Justice System Read More