Making sense of gun violence data, OG trolleys return, more heat on the horizon?

Why is longtime Democratic Party mover and shaker George Norcross so confident the racketeering charges brought against him won’t hold up in court? What should we make of new gun violence data released by the FBI and what the numbers say about Philadelphia? How can you beat the intense heat? 

Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio reporters get you caught up on all the week’s big headlines. 

0:00 Intro

2:08 George Norcross sits front row for racketeering charges

7:48 New data says Philly gun violence is down, but what do the numbers really mean?

14:17 OG SEPTA trolley fleet returns

19:22 Recapping Philadelphia Juneteenth celebrations

24:38 What to expect on heels of week with intense heat

31:08 City offers perks for pool lifeguards

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