Topic: Chester County

“Little Scandinavia” Gets a Boost
A radical reconfiguration of inmate experience at SCI Chester just got the greenlight to expand to other state prisons
By Christina Griffith
“We Are the Cavalry”
Bread & Roses Community Fund launched a new program to support grassroots groups fighting for climate justice. Chester environmental activist Zulene Mayfield explains why this work matters
By Charity Tooze
Bigga Dre
A grassroots Black empowerment activist who has long flown under the mainstream radar is one of the reasons Juneteenth in Philly is the harmonious, artful and joyous celebration it is today
By Abigail Chang
A Local Experiment in Scandinavian Justice
An ongoing research study at the state prison in Chester is looking at how Scandinavian-style changes could make prison safer, more productive and more effective — for inmates, workers and the community.
By Christina Griffith
George Soros’ Bad Bet on Progressive Prosecutors
Larry Krasner was just one of many DAs funded by the famous investor and philanthropist — all of whom campaigned on less prosecution. A former Chester County DA asks: How’s that been working out?
By Thomas Hogan
How to Solve A Murder Epidemic
Chester has reduced gun violence by 60 percent in the last two years. We’ll learn how they did it at our 5th annual Ideas We Should Steal Festival on December 15
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy