CeaseFirePA News

We Put Gun Violence On the Ballot and It Won

We Put Gun Violence On the Ballot and It Won

Together, we put gun violence prevention front and center, and the people of Pennsylvania proved this is a voting issue. The results will have a major impact on gun violence prevention policy at the state and federal levels. Reelecting Governor Tom Wolf and Senator...

Pennsylvanians Come Together After Tree of Life Shooting

Pennsylvanians Come Together After Tree of Life Shooting

In times of tragedy, it's important for communities to come together to mourn and heal. Here is a list of events going on in Pennsylvania. We will be updating this page as we learn more details.   Saturday 10/27 Squirrel Hill Community Ceremony and Service 6:30...

Breaking: Synagogue Shooting in Pittsburgh

We are following a developing in Pittsburgh where there has been a shooting at a synagogue. https://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2018/10/27/heavy-police-presence-near-synagogue-in-squirrel-hill/

CeaseFire Pennsylvania Endorses Senator Bob Casey

CeaseFire Pennsylvania Endorses Senator Bob Casey

CeaseFire Pennsylvania, the advocacy arm of CeaseFirePA, today announced it is proud to endorse Senator Bob Casey for reelection. Senator Casey has become a leading voice for gun violence prevention and a champion for key pieces of legislation in recent years. ...

CeaseFire Pennsylvania Endorses Governor Wolf

CeaseFire Pennsylvania Endorses Governor Wolf

Philadelphia, October 8, 2018 – CeaseFire Pennsylvania, the advocacy arm of CeaseFirePA, today announced it is proud to endorse Governor Tom Wolf for reelection. During his tenure, Governor Wolf has recognized the gun violence problem plaguing Pennsylvania and the...

PA House Passes Key Domestic Violence Bill

PA House Passes Key Domestic Violence Bill

Harrisburg, PA, Sept. 26, 2018 -- CeaseFirePA is pleased that the PA House of Representatives today passed HB 2060 by a vote of by 131-62.  This bill takes important steps to disarm domestic abusers and make Pennsylvania families safer. CeaseFirePA has been proud to...

Facing the truth about gun violence in PA