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Criminal charges for looting are changing in Philly

For any SCOOP readers who might just happen to know individuals who like to stir up trouble and do things like loot at stores, tell them the Philadelphia Police are coming for them. In the past, in many cities, looting might just land you a shoplifting charge. Well, in Philadelphia, guess what? Those days are about over.

Republican chaos fuels threat of government shutdown

Unless warring factions of Republicans in the House of Representatives can come to their senses, the United States government will shut down next Sunday.

Fight for Pennsylvanians the Right to Read

Lawmakers, Parents, Students, Teachers, Librarians, and Advocates gathered in Harrisburg to discuss the concerning rise in censorship and book bans across the Commonwealth. Senator Amanda M. Cappelletti (D-Montgomery/Delaware) and Representative Paul Friel (D-Chester) promoted two legislative solutions.

In defense of old-fashioned Senate dress rules

Stop the presses!

4 in 5 Black adults see racist depictions in the news either often or sometimes, says new study

In a new study, Black Americans expressed broad concerns about how they are depicted in the news media, with majorities saying they see racist or negative depictions and a lack of effort to cover broad segments of their community.

Facial recognition technology jailed a man for days.His lawsuit joins others from Black plaintiffs

Randal Quran Reid was driving to his mother's home the day after Thanksgiving last year when police pulled him over and arrested him on the side of a busy Georgia interstate.

Nurturing Children with a Heart for Justice

I recently shared several passages from a sermon my dear friend Rev. Dr. Shannon Daley-Harris, who served the Children’s Defense Fund for 30 years, preached at Princeton University Chapel titled “Draw the Circle Wide.”

Environmental Protection Agency visits Chester to address Lead

The Environmental Protection Agency, Delaware County Health Department, and the City of Chester hosted an evening dinner event on Thursday, September 14, to highlight the dangers of lead poisoning in the Chester community.

Donald Lawrence presents a Tribute to Twinkie Clark

Legendary producer and award-winning artist & songwriter Donald Lawrence has released his latest album, Donald Lawrence Presents Power: A Tribute to Twinkie Clark.

U.S. Open Champ and Phenom Coco Gauff represents a new era of American Tennis

“If you can think it, you can do it. If you can dream it, you can do it. Just keep working hard. It won't come easy, and it will seem impossible; but if you keep working hard, it will definitely happen.” - Coco Gauff Tennis is a sport that has been historically dominated by white athletes.

Black leaders say threats to undermine US democracy appear aimed at their community

Some of the nation’s most influential Black leaders on Thursday said many threats to democratic institutions in the U.S. appear to be aimed squarely at their community, including efforts to make voting more difficult, censor lessons around race and weaken social safeguards such as affirmative action.

Are tables turning on the abortion issue since Dobbs? Be careful what you ask for

I’m sure I wasn’t the only TV viewer who stuck a finger in my ear and jiggled it after I heard former President Donald Trump criticize the six-week abortion ban brought about by his Republican opponent, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal holds press conference to address Missing Firearms

The City Controller’s Office determined that 76 of the 101 service weapons initially reported missing from the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office during a 2020 report remain lost due to insufficient records on their whereabouts.

President Joe Biden establishes first-ever White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention

President Biden announced the establishment of the first-ever White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention to reduce gun violence, which has ravaged communities across the country, and implement and expand upon key executive and legislative action that has been taken to save lives.

City officials join PA Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton to celebrate Rebuild's groundbreaking at F.J. Myers Recreation Center

Mayor Jim Kenney, PA Speaker of the House Joanna McClinton, Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson (2nd District), Rebuild Philadelphia, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, and community members broke ground at the Francis J. Myers Recreation Center located in Southwest Philadelphia.

A Family in Action PUSHING Forward and Giving Back

My Scoop USA Family, how’s Everything and Everybody?

Philadelphia House and Senate Delegations join Unite Here Local 634 in fight for a dignifying contract

In light of recent demands presented by city school workers to the Philadelphia School District, members of the Philadelphia House and Senate Delegations expressed their steadfast support for members of Unite Here Local 634.

This week Philadelphia lost Dr. Constance Clayton and JoAnne Epps

Sadly, Philadelphia lost two amazing African-American women who were heavily involved in education this week. First, on Sunday, September 18, we lost Dr. Constance Clayton, the first African-American woman to lead the Philadelphia Public School District as its Superintendent.

America needs a new sane Republican Party, and here's who should lead it

Last Tuesday, former Wyoming Representative Liz Cheney tweeted this in response to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s claim that the criminal indictments of Trump are politically motivated:

Jackson says we must own hardest chapters of US history during 1963 church bombing remembrance

BIRMINGHAM, ALA. (AP) — Standing at the pulpit of the Birmingham, Alabama, church where four little girls were killed by a Ku Klux Klan bomb in 1963, Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson said the nation must remember and own the uncomfortable moments of its past in order to move forward.

The shame goes to Congress, not 'Dreamers'

The more than 20-year odyssey to legalize some children of immigrant parents has reached a new low.

Threats and intimidation against Prosecutor Fani Willis are Terroristic Acts in pursuit of an authoritarian Trump regime

“I keep the promise of my oath to the United States and Georgia Constitutions and do not allow myself to be bullied and threatened by Members of Congress, local elected officials, or others who believe lady justice should not be blind and that America has different laws for different citizens.” Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.

Davis, Krishnamoorthi, Casey introduce legislation to Foster Success in Higher Education for foster and homeless youth

WASHINGTON, D.C., September 19, 2023— Representative Danny K. Davis (D-IL), Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), and U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA) introduced the Fostering Success in Higher Education Act to improve college access, retention, and graduation rates for foster and homeless youth.

Yes, Black parents like school choice too

So now, it’s Chicago Teachers Union President Stacy Davis Gates’ turn to be pilloried for sending a child to a private high school.

UAW auto workers will get a fair deal only if they fight for it

Five days ago, 12,700 United Auto Workers Union (UAW) workers walked out in the first strike wave against the Big Three automakers – GM, Ford, and Stellantis (the company that took over Chrysler).

Acting Temple University President JoAnne A. Epps dies after falling ill on stage

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Temple University acting president JoAnne A. Epps died Tuesday shortly after becoming ill on stage during a memorial service, officials said, describing her loss as a gut punch and struggling through emotion as they recalled her nearly four decades of service.

Caregiver workforce crisis discussed in latest House Majority Policy hearing

Many representatives testified, sharing the need for increased pay. Shown above, Ms. Maddox shares some of her experiences about the lack of communication with the panel. She also stated, \"Agencies should be held accountable, there should be better oversight, and attendants should be able to meet us where we are when shift changing.

Are you age 70 or older and not yet receiving benefits?

Retirement is not one-size-fits-all. It can mean different things to different people.

How to Avoid Foreclosure on your Property

A foreclosure is a legal process in which a mortgage lender or lienholder attempts to recover the balance of a loan or debt from someone who has stopped making payments by forcing the sale of the asset used as the collateral for the loan or on which a lien has been placed.

Eighth Annual Philadelphia Legacies Portrait Awards Philadelphia educational and literary icons to be honored with portraits

September 6, 2023–Eight Philadelphia icons will be honored for their outstanding contributions at the “Eighth Annual Philadelphia Legacies Portrait Awards,” 5:00 p.m., Sunday, October 1 at Victorian Hall, 4809 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia.