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PhillyGoes2College Student Summit and “I AM PHL” contest
PhillyGoes2College's “I AM PHL” contest invites Philadelphia high schoolers to submit original works to be featured at the Wawa Welcome America Festival.

Hope for Tomorrow: Building Unity and a Brighter Future
As we step Into a new era, our nation stands at a crossroads, filled with both challenges and opportunities. A new president has taken office, ushering in a new chapter of leadership, and with that, the swirling tides of opinions, emotions, and perspectives naturally follow.

Philadelphia Dance Projects opens Dance Up Close '25
Philadelphia Dance Projects presents its annual spring series, DANCE UP CLOSE '25, with three midweek productions featuring a celebration of the collaborative creativity of the Philadelphia dance community.

The universities are next
Trump is following Putin's, Xi's, and Orban's playbook.

Breathe 2 Conference: A Life-Changing Event for Mental, Spiritual, and Physical Wellness
On April 12th, from 12 noon to 5 pm, the highly anticipated Breathe 2 Conference, hosted by Indie Go Inspire's CEO, Patrice DeLisser, will take place at the Garden of Prayer World Prayer Center, located at 2217 N. 29th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19132.

Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society reopens to the public
PHILADELPHIA, March 20, 2025 With five years of renovation, construction, and clean-up from a devastating 2020 flood now behind it, the Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society triumphantly reopened on March 1.

Holding onto Hope in Changing Times
In a world that often feels chaotic and filled with uncertainty and negativity, it's easy to lose sight of hope.

Office of Public Safety announces new grant fund for Philadelphians disproportionately impacted by the overdose crisis
March 2025–The Office of Public Safety is pleased to announce the establishment of a new grant opportunity dedicated to serving communities in Philadelphia that are most disproportionately impacted by the overdose crisis, including Kensington and North Philadelphia. With an allocation of $3.6 million, this program places essential funding directly in the hands of trusted community-based organizations engaged in a diverse array of programming, education, and other life-saving work to create a safer, cleaner, greener Philadelphia with economic opportunity for all.

Consumers impacted by Apotex Settlement, check eligibility for refunds regarding inflated prescription drug prices
Attorney General Dave Sunday is urging consumers to check their eligibility for refunds for certain generic drug purchases as Pennsylvania joins a multistate coalition in seeking preliminary approval for a $39.1 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Apotex over a conspiracy to inflate prices and limit competition.

Bellmon presents check to Philadelphia Protestant Home for transportation of residents
PHILADELPHIA, March 2025 State Rep. Anthony Bellmon, D-Phila., hosted a news conference at the Philadelphia Protestant Home where he presented a check worth $84,350.

Shanell: A Rising Inspirational Voice with a Message of Faith and Hope
In a world where music serves as both a refuge and a source of strength, emerging gospel artist Shanell is making waves with her latest single, Leave the 99. This powerful song, now gaining traction on various radio stations, is more than just a melodyit's a testament to faith, perseverance, and a deep-rooted calling to inspire others through music.

The Journey of Phil Stewart: A Life of Passion, Purpose, and Possibility
Some people are born with a single path in mind, while others discover their purpose through a winding journey of self-discovery. Phil Stewart is one of those rare individuals whose story is a testament to perseverance, reinvention, and the courage to chase dreams beyond expectations.

PA Black Maternal Health Caucus celebrates Black Midwifery Day
HARRISBURG, March 14, 2025 As part of their Brunch and Learn series of virtual meetings, the PA Black Maternal Health Caucus celebrated recognition of the legacy of Black midwives on Black Midwifery Day.

The Honorable Cynthia Williams Fordham, A Woman First
Over the years that I’ve had the opportunity to write for the SCOOP Newspaper, I always look forward to the month of March, when we take some extra time to shine the spotlight on some special African American women who have been the “first” in certain areas of work or career.

Restoring Black America: Black Lives Matter's mission to invest in small black-owned businesses nationwide
Black entrepreneurs are the backbone of economic empowerment in America, yet they continue to face systemic barriers to financial support. D'Zhane Parker, Senior Director of Black Lives Matter, is on a mission to change that.

PA House Dems launch CARE Package for juvenile justice reform
Six PA House Democrats from across the state held a news conference at the state Capitol announcing a package of 10 bills to reform the state's juvenile justice system.

Oscar winner Colman Domingo honored by City Council
PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia City Council proudly honored Oscar-award-winning actor Colman Domingo with an honorary resolution in recognition of his outstanding contributions to film and his recent Academy Award nomination. Councilmember Rue Landau (At-Large) presented the resolution during a special ceremony at City Hall on March 27, 2025.

APPLE DONATES $4 MILLION AS TIM COOK VISITS DEEPSEEK'S HOMETOWN
Software giant Apple has committed $4 million to bolster app development training in China, aligning the pledge with a visit by CEO Tim Cook to Hangzhou, a bustling tech hub and birthplace of the AI startup DeepSeek.

OPENAI UNLEASHES AI IMAGE GENERATION INSIDE CHATGPT
In a bustling San Francisco lab, a team of engineers flips a switch, and a chatbot once known for spinning text begins painting pictures with the finesse of a digital artist. This week, OpenAl rolled out a bold upgrade, embedding its latest Al picture-making tool, GPT-4o, directly into ChatGPT, a move that turns casual chats into a canvas for crafting vivid visuals.

TRUMP SUGGESTS EASING CHINA TARIFFS TO CLINCH TIKTOK SALE
Software titan Alphabet faces a pivotal moment as U.S. President Donald Trump proposes softening trade levies on China to broker a deal for TikTok, the short-video app owned by Beijing-based ByteDance.

TRUMP UNVEILS 25 PERCENT TARIFFS ON NON-US MADE CARS
Software giant Alphabet braces for impact as U.S. President Donald Trump has declared a 25 percent levy on all vehicles not produced within American borders, a sweeping trade measure aimed at bolstering domestic manufacturing.

WAZE ON IOS AXES GOOGLE ASSISTANT AFTER YEAR OF UNFIXED ISSUES
Software firm Google has pulled the plug on its Assistant integration within the Waze navigation app for iPhone users, ending a feature plagued by persistent glitches for over a year.

THE ROUGH ROAD TO THE TOP
EDDIE MURPHY, GABRIELLE UNION AND MORE DISCUSS THE OBSTACLES TO STARDOM AND THE THRILL OF MAKING IT WHEN YOU'RE TALENTED AND BLACK IN THE NEW DOCUMENTARY NUMBER ONE ON THE CALL SHEET

Bob the Drag Queen
WHAT IF HARRIET TUBMAN CAME BACK TO MODERN-DAY AMERICA TO MAKE A hip-hop album in order to continue her work as an abolitionist?

KATHARINE HEPBURN Her Final LOVE LETTER to Spencer Tracy
THE OSCAR-WINNING ACTRESS OPENED UP ABOUT THEIR DIFFICULT ROMANCE

RACHEL BAY JONES Life Keeps GETTING BETTER
The award-winning co-star of Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage shares her journey

JANIS IAN MUSIC Is the Great Unifier
A NEW DOCUMENTARY SHARES THE LIFE AND CHANGING TIMES OF THE \"AT SEVENTEEN\" SINGERSONGWRITER

5 WAYS TO RELIEVE STRESS NATURALLY
FEELING OVERWHELMED? FIND YOUR INNER CALM WITH THESE EASY TIPS

The Truth About JOHN YOKO
A NEW BIOGRAPHY SHARES THE REAL STORY OF THE ARTIST'S RELATIONSHIP WITH THE LATE BEATLE

Gone to Pot
Advocates of the legalization of marijuana vowed it would turn the illicit market into a safe, regulated industry. But experts tell Newsweek that these laws need revisiting