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The torch is passed: from MAGA throwbacks to America's future

Joe Biden didn't just pass the torch to another generation. He passed it from white MAGA men to America's future.

Blood tests for Alzheimer's may be coming to your doctor's office. Here's what to know

New blood tests could help doctors diagnose Alzheimer's disease faster and more accurately, researchers reported Sunday but some appear to work far better than others.

Blood tests for Alzheimer's may be coming to your doctor's office. Here's what to know

New blood tests could help doctors diagnose Alzheimer's disease faster and more accurately, researchers reported Sunday - but some appear to work far better than others.

Trump's appearance before Black journalists leads to memorable confrontation with ABC's Rachel Scott

Primarily due to sharp questioning by ABC News correspondent Rachel Scott, former President Donald Trump's appearance before a gathering of Black journalists turned remarkably contentious on Wednesday.

Pennsylvania casinos ask court to force state to tax skill games found in stores equally to slots

The owners of twelve Pennsylvania casinos have asked the state's highest court to declare that a tax on slot machine revenue is unconstitutional because the state doesn't impose it broadly on cashpaying electronic game terminals known as skill games that can be found in many bars and stores.

Accessing your personal my Social Security account

For over ten years, my Social Security has helped many people access our programs and services online. Soon, we will change the way you sign in to all our online services ─ including my Social Security.

Rest for the Weary St. Matthew 11:28-30

Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavily laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.

Abney, PLBC hear Allegheny County Jail officials over voting access

Led by state Reps. Aerion Abney, Napoleon Nelson, Rick Krajewski, Anthony Bellmon, and Greg Scott, the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus, heard from Allegheny County officials over incarcerated peoples’ right to vote from jail.

Garvey, Liberia and Firestone Black Rubber and Redemption (Pt 4)

A Pan-African Nationalist is a Black person who believes in the oneness of all African people worldwide, even though we are temporarily separated by space and thought; one who believes that all Black people have a common past and present, and if we work together, a common future.

Youth Conference ignites inspiration at True Light Fellowship Church

On July 26 & 27, 2024, with the support of Sr. Pastor Dr. Wesley Pinnock, True Light Fellowship Church’s Youth Ministry hosted its “Be the Influencer” Youth Conference. The event, which drew a strong turnout of youth and their families, featured a well-rounded program designed to both educate and empower participants.

Bernice Johnson Reagon

When Bernice Johnson Reagon, the founder of the beloved Black female a cappella group Sweet Honey in the Rock, passed away in July, the world lost a signature voice.

Two things a Christian can be sure of

Therefore, there is no condemnation for those Christ Jesus (Rom. 8:1).

Civil Rights Movement Freedom Riders urge younger activists to get out the vote

Charles Person, one of the Civil Rights Movement's original Freedom Riders, echoed organizers across Georgia when he urged a group of Generation Z and millennial activists to encourage young people to vote.

Income gap between Black and white US residents shrank between Gen Xers and millennials, study says

The income gap between white and Black young adults was narrower for millennials than for Generation X, according to a new study that also found the chasm between white people born to wealthy and poor parents widened between the generations.

Special Election in September

Pennsylvania State Representatives Donna Bullock, Esq. of the 195th legislative district and Steve Kinsey of the 201st district both announced via letters on July 16, 2024, that as of that date, they were resigning from their positions as state representatives. Both are Democrats, and both have enjoyed stellar records while in office.

Why we need nauseous optimism

For the first time in years, I’ve been walking around with a smile on my face. Maybe you have, too.

Bipartisan bill would promote peer mentorship to help parents & caregivers of children receiving child welfare services, foster parents & adoptive parents

Dwight Evans (D-PA) has introduced a bipartisan bill that promotes peer mentorship across the child welfare system to help parents and caregivers of youth receiving services, foster parents, and adoptive parents.

Jalen Hurts and Lincoln Financial host KB Foundation students before send-off to mentoring camp

Jalen Hurts and leaders from Lincoln Financial came together at Lincoln Financial Field to host a special send-off for 60 Philadelphia-area boys (ages 11-13) attending mentorship camp with the KB Foundation, a nonprofit organization committed to building the developmental and social competencies of Philadelphia youth.

Governor Shapiro, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announce Pennsylvania to join IRS Direct File

Governor Josh Shapiro joined U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury) Secretary Janet Yellen, leaders from the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue (DOR), Representative Brendan Boyle, and Representative Mary Gay Scanlon to announce that Pennsylvania will join IRS Direct File for filing season 2025, ensuring people have access to a free, easy-to-use online tool when they file their federal taxes next year.

Shapiro administration applauds workers critical to Pennsylvania's economy, naming first PA farmworkers of the year

Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding and Secretary of Labor & Industry Nancy A. Walker joined PA State Council of Farm Organizations President Kimberly Paley at Hollabaugh Brothers in Biglerville to recognize three frontline agriculture workers as Pennsylvania Farmworkers of the Year.

Lt. Gov. Austin Davis visits Boys & Girls Club of Allentown celebrate bipartisan state budget win for millions in afterschool funding

Lt. Gov. Austin Davis joined state and local leaders to highlight the newly signed state budget's investments to make Pennsylvania communities safer and create a new statewide Building Opportunity through Out-of-School Time (BOOST) program at a news conference. Pictured here is Katarah Jordan, CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Allentown, delivering remarks during the event.

To honor Sheila Jackson Lee's memory, establish a commission to "reach into the dark past and bring us into a brighter future"

“I am a benefactor of the hills and valleys, the broken bodies and broken hearts, the loss of life of many who have gone on before me.”

The Consortium, one of Philly's leading mental health agencies determined to stand strong

Remember a year ago, last July 2023, when an individual snapped in Southwest Philadelphia? The person was dressed as a woman in Muslim garb and had an assault weapon hiding under the covering. The person was a man disguised as a woman.

Governor Shapiro highlights most significant reform and investment in higher education in decades at Cheyney University

To Give every Pennsylvanian the Freedom to Chart their own course and the Opportunity to Succeed

Bloomberg gives $600 million to four Black medical schools' endowments

Michael Bloomberg's organization Bloomberg Philanthropies committed $600 million to the endowments of four historically Black medical schools to help secure their future economic stability.

Tulsa commission will study reparations for 1921 race massacre victims and descendants

Tulsa officials announced the creation of a new commission to recommend how reparations can be made for a 1921 massacre that destroyed a thriving Black community in the city.

Harris introduces new running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as the 'vice president America deserves'

Kamala Harris introduced Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to the nation at a raucous rally Tuesday in battleground Pennsylvania that was aimed at building momentum for the newly minted Democratic presidential ticket in the sprint toward Election Day.

Navigating the Path to Personal and Professional Achievement

Success is a multifaceted concept that means different things to different people.

Kool Kids Foundation raises money for music education, Kool & The Gang founder giving back locally

Congratulations go out to \"Abbott Elementary\" for its nine Emmy nominations, which include, Philly's own Quinta Brunson for Best Leading Actress in a Comedy Series.

Democrats in Philly are working hard to get out the vote, So says Chairman Bob Brady

How important is a political machine in any town? I would think, very important. Philadelphia is a heavily Democratic City, and nine times out of ten, Democrats always win big in our town.