Hour 1 of The Dawn Stensland Show:
- During Fourth of July celebrations near the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, a gunman shot two police officers—investigators are attempting to determine who is responsible for the attack and whether it was targeted. Thankfully, both police officers are doing well and have already been released from the hospital.
- Following his controversial remarks about looking forward to the end of his term, Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney spoke with NBC10’s Miguel Martinez-Valle—clarifying his remarks and expressing regret for letting his emotions get the best of him immediately following the Fourth of July shooting.
- During his interview with NBC10, Mayor Kenney implored the country to do something to curb gun violence and end the prevalence of guns. Kenney dismissed calls for his resignation and claimed that the vast majority of Philadelphians still support him.
- City Councilmember Cherelle Parker referred to Mayor Kenney’s July 4th shooting remarks as “asinine.” The Philadelphia Inquirer reported that Parker went on to say: “None of our stress is heavier than the people who are altering their lives on a daily basis.”
- Listeners react to Mayor Kenney’s comments. If he is frustrated about Philadelphia shootings, how does he think city residents feel?
- Will Philadelphia tourism suffer due to the city’s ongoing struggle with gun violence? Some small business owners are concerned.
- On Tuesday, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed seven bills into law. Referred to as “Gun Safety Package 3.0," the laws are designed to restrict irresponsible gun ownership—specifically cracking down on ghost guns, banning .50 caliber rifles, and requiring gun buyers to complete a firearm arm safety course before taking possession of their weapon.
