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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.

Four Little Girls

Sixty years ago, on September 15, 1963, four little girls were changing into choir robes and chatting in a church restroom as they prepared for the Youth Sunday services being held that morning at 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama.

Voters would like to see candidates for political office speak to issues affecting them

General Elections are quickly approaching, and before we realize it, Tuesday, November 7, will be upon us, with every candidate clamoring for our vote, stating he or she is the best person for the job.

Republicans once more defending extremism in defense of their views

The inmates have taken over the asylum in the Republican Party. In the party that once prided itself on being pro-military, one wingnut senator is blocking the confirmation of hundreds of senior military officials, including the secretaries of the Navy, Army, and Air Force.

We must get back to caring about our communities and where we live

All you have to do is walk around any urban city where Black people are relegated to live, and what do you see?

Minister Robin Shine Maddox and Celebrating Sisterhood set to host FREE Breast Cancer Awareness Program

Minister Robin Shine Maddox, the founder of a nonprofit organization called Celebrating Sisterhood, is preparing to host an event educating women about breast cancer called “More Than A Ribbon.”

Work to Ride's Annual Polo Classic returns for a second year featuring world-famous polo champions

The St. James Philadelphia Polo Classic returns to Fairmount Park on September 23, 2023, following the resounding success of last year’s inaugural event benefitting local non-profit Work to Ride.

No Labels, no fables, no third-party betrayals

I had trouble sleeping recently. I made the mistake of looking at a lot of voting data before bedtime and then reading some of the BS being put out by the third-party group \"No Labels,\" as well as by my old friend Cornel West, who's now running for president as the Green Party candidate. It was a mistake. It's now 2 a.m. where I am, and I'm loaded for bear.

Slave descendants vow to fight on after Georgia county approves larger homes for island enclave

Descendants of enslaved people living on a Georgia island vowed to keep fighting Tuesday after county commissioners voted to double the maximum size of homes allowed in their tiny enclave, which residents fear will accelerate the decline of one of the South's few surviving Gullah-Geechee communities.

New York is having an immigration crisis? Join the club of receiving cities

Mayor Eric Adams is earning praise from Republicans, which is always a danger sign for Democrats.