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It's time for the world community to call for a ceasefire

It has been 30 days since the horrific Hamas terror attack on Israel, which left over 1,400 dead, the single deadliest day in Israeli history.

Shapiro administration: Now accepting applications for Pennsylvania's Green Ribbon Schools

In an effort to boost environmental literacy and sustainability across the Commonwealth, the Shapiro Administration announced that applications are now being accepted for the U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools (ED-GRS) and the PA Pathways to Green Schools awards.

An old Joe Biden foe is back - the enthusiasm gap

Every presidential campaign raises nagging questions of various sorts.

DMVA secures close to $1 Billion in total claims for Pennsylvania Veterans

Over the last year, the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) has handled more than 1,000 veteran queries a month and helped to connect veterans to nearly $1 billion in compensation and pension benefits earned through their service.

Department of Education: 2022-23 assessment results show continued improvement

The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) released results from the 2022-2023 school year administration of state-level assessments: the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA), Pennsylvania Alternate System of Assessment (PASA), and Keystone Exams. This year’s results show that overall statewide achievement continues to improve across all subject areas.

Librarians turn to civil rights agency to oppose book bans and their firings

She refused to ban books, many of them about racism and the experiences of LGBTQ+ people. And for that, Suzette Baker was fired as a library director in a rural county in central Texas.

The Race for the Centennial Mayor was sounded Declared Nov. 7th

It sure does feel good to be in the room when history has been made. On the evening of Tuesday, November 7, 2023, around 10:15 p.m., I sat at a table inside the main ballroom of the Sheet Metal Workers Union Hall, where a couple thousand people waited with electricity and anticipation in the air for Democrat Cherelle Parker to take to the stage and offer her victory speech.

Delaware County Black Caucus hosts Gun Violence Symposium at Cheyney University

Delaware County Black Caucus hosted a Gun Violence Symposium at Cheyney University on Saturday, October 28, 2023, to understand, acknowledge, and identify solutions to the issue of gun violence.

Calls for Joe Biden not to run raise an age-old question we all face eventually

It's high anxiety time for the party of President Joe Biden, although that's hardly a novel condition for Democrats.

The Universoul returns to "Spirit of Soul" Tour Philadelphia

In 2023, UniverSoul offers a refreshing cultural combination of global acts, driven with an urban flair of music, dance, and laughter, all infused with the \"Spirit of Soul.\"

West Philadelphia Cultural Alliance/Paul Robeson House & Museum hosts "Sweet Honey in the Rock: Road to 50"

Nov. 6, 2023 - Grab your favorite snacks, turn up the volume, and take a journey with Sweet Honey in the Rock as she celebrates an awesome birthday.

A post General Election Day look at Philadelphia City Council

If you voted on November 7 or if you voted in advance of General Election Day via vote by mail, you did your civic duty. Bow and give yourself a round of applause. Feel good about it. That's what grown folk do. They participate in the political process. They pay attention to what's happening in local, state, and federal government, and they care about America.

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore's efforts to end the racial gap earn him the National Urban League President's Award

\"The racial wealth gap is intentional. It was created. It was created by the Homestead Act. It was created by urban redlining.

Independence Blue Cross Foundation announces a new initiative to benefit Military Veterans

Executives from the Independence Blue Cross (IBX) Foundation announced The IndependBlue Cross ence Foundation Service Scholars program, an initiative that will benefit post-9/11 veterans.

City of Philadelphia, Bus Carriers announce Terminal Relocation

The City of Philadelphia and multiple intercity bus transportation providers announced the relocation of the current curbside station at 6th and Market Streets to a new location at the corner of Spring Garden Street and Christopher Columbus Boulevard, effective Thursday, November 16, 2023.

Tools to build Confidence and Self-Reliance (Pt 2)

One Book at a time! Dr. John Henrik Clarke taught us that \"history should tell people who they are, what they have been, what their full potential is, what they still must be, where they come from, where they are, and where they still must go!

Now What?

Ladies and Gentlemen, My Brothers and Sisters, a new day is upon us. I Trust all is well, and folks are hyped and pushing forward with our new leadership in the City of Philadelphia.

State Representative Jordan Harris opens new Southwest Philly Satellite office

Residents in Southwest Philadelphia's Kingsessing area have a new place to get state and local services with the opening of a satellite office Thursday by State Representative Jordan Harris.

Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker hits the ground running

The Centennial Mayor for the City of Philadelphia has hit the ground running; no laying back in the cut for Mayor-Elect Cherelle Parker.

Veterans and Active-Duty Military Members: Social Security has your Back!

Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11 to honor military veterans of the United States Armed Forces.

Shapiro administration announces start of the 2023-24 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Season

Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh and Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) Chairman Stephen DeFrank, Vice Chair Kim Barrow, and Commissioner Kathryn Zerfuss visited Tri-County Community Action to announce the start of the annual Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) application process for the 2023-24 season.

Richard Roundtree's career helped reshape perceptions of Black Americans with roles in projects like Shaft and Roots

“I was acutely aware of when I would go into department stores and feel the shadow of being followed. And then I’d be recognized, and all of a sudden, it would turn. I thought, ‘Oh man, there it is.’

Independence Blue Cross will continue to offer comprehensive health care coverage and strongest network in the region

Open Enrollment for individual consumers begins Wednesday, November 1. For individuals and families looking for healthcare coverage in 2024, Independence Blue Cross (IBX) will continue to offer a variety of health plans with comprehensive healthcare coverage and access to quality care.

City announces winning artist selected to create permanent Harriet Tubman Statue

The City of Philadelphia and the Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy (OACCE) announced that Alvin Pettit is the winning artist to create Philadelphia’s permanent Harriet Tubman statue. The statue will become the first statue of a Black female historical figure in the City’s public art collection and will be located on the northeast apron of City Hall.

Enjoy dinner out during Main Line Today's Restaurant Week versus dining out with your budget in mind

Beginning November 5th thru the 18th, Enjoy a Pre-Fixe Lunch or Dinner in the Main Line.

Brian Courtney Wilson's "Always Peace"

Brian Courtney Wilson keeps producing hit after hit! His emotional soul-stirring single, “Always Peace,” remains high on the Gospel radio charts. As a 3-time Grammy Award nominee, Brian has earned his fifth number-one single on both the Billboard Gospel Airplay and Gospel Mediabase charts.

Can You See Us? Zambian film captivating viewers

Coming to theaters are some unexpected gems...Hear what’s happening in the entertainment business: On Tuesday, the Grammy winner, Beyonce, 42, posted a rare video on Instagram addressing her followers while she unboxed her new fragrance CÉ NOIR, which is available to pre-order for the U.S. and Canada ahead of shipment in November.

Safe, evening spaces for youth celebrate one year

Community Evening Resource Centers in North Philly & Germantown hosted birthday parties on Tuesday night

My Peace Not Guns Fall Fest

My Peace Not Guns Fall Fest hosted by Philadelphia City Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson (Second District) was held on Saturday, October 28, at Elmwood Park in Southwest Philadelphia.

Take your Souls to the Polls

The headline for my column today isn’t a new headline. It isn’t genius or creative. The first time I ever heard anyone say “Take Your Souls To The Polls, was when the late Rev. Dr. Robert P. Shine, a former president of Black Clergy of Philadelphia and Vicinity, used to say it. I’m guessing that he didn’t originate the saying, but he sure carried it well every time there was an election.