Chancellor Williams and Race Organization (Pt 2)

“Actual unity will be achieved, not by preaching, pleading or exhortations, but almost unconsciously as people work together for mutual benefits to each other and the advancement of the race as a whole. Meaningful, practical activities that involve--even children in attacking the problems of our race will be the cement in which we will call unity.” Dr. Chancellor Williams

2nd Annual Women's Health Conference

Women started filing into the venue at Saint Luke Community Christian Church in the driving rainstorm on Saturday, March 23, 2024, as early as 8:15 for an event that started at 9 am.

With police departments facing a hiring crisis, some policies are being loosened to find more cadets

Faced with gaping vacancies in its police force and concerns about public safety, the Philadelphia Police Department had to think creatively about how to get more candidates in the door. The answer? Fewer pushups.

The IRS has 940,000 unclaimed tax refunds from 2020 that are about to expire. Is one of them yours?

WASHINGTON (AP) — The IRS is warning taxpayers that they may be leaving more than $1 billion on the table.

Gaza is the scene of an indefensible humanitarian catastrophe

Politics no longer stops at the water’s edge – nor should it. The presidential race already features deep divides over U.S. foreign policy – on NATO (Biden embracing; Trump scorning), on Putin (Biden negative; Trump favorable), on climate change (Biden addressing the threat; Trump dismissing it); on democracy (Biden championing; Trump undermining).

Plan for your future during Financial Literacy Month

We celebrate Financial Literacy Month (FLM) every April to promote financial education and well-being in the United States.

How to deal with the Trump threat

The 2024 general election is now underway.

Shapiro Administration announces expansion of access to doulas through change in medicaid, highlights budget investments to improve maternal health

LANCASTER, PA, March 26, 2024 - Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh and Department of Health (DOH) Acting Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen today visited Patients R Waiting to discuss the Shapiro Administration’s recent work to address maternal health disparities through expanded Medicaid access to doulas.

Kamala Harris leads Bloody Sunday memorial as marchers' voices ring out for voting rights

Vice President Kamala Harris told thousands gathered for the 59th anniversary of the Bloody Sunday attacks on civil rights marchers in Selma, Alabama, that fundamental freedoms--including the right to vote, are under attack in America even today.

Rep. Ken Buck's sudden retirement yet another setback for a reeling GOP House leadership

Ken Buck is fed up. The Republican law-maker from eastern Colorado already announced (last November) that he would retire from Congress at the end of his term. But now that apparently is not soon enough.

Saluting Philadelphia and area African American Male Elected Officials

In the first and third weeks of the month of February 2024, I chose to shine the spotlight on African American women elected officials from Philadelphia, from the very first woman elected in PA to the State House to our most current success in Philadelphia’s 100th Mayor, Cherelle L. Parker.

Stay healthy and independent with the Senior Nutrition Program

Are you eligible for Social Security retirement benefits or already receiving them? Did you know you can also receive healthy meals and other nutrition services through the National Senior Nutrition Program? Local meal programs in communities across the country are waiting to serve you.

CIVICS 101

Thursday, March 14, 2024, eyes across the City of Philadelphia were locked in on Philadelphia City Hall and the first budget address made by Mayor Cherelle L. Parker.

Black women struggle to find their way in a job world where diversity is under attack

Regina Lawless hit a professional high at 40, becoming the first director of diversity and inclusion for Instagram. But after her husband died suddenly in 2021, she pondered whether she had neglected her personal life and what it means for a Black woman to succeed in the corporate world.

Actor you didn't know was from Philly

Philly Fun Fact: Do you remember Gary Dourdan?

The case for nauseous optimism

I chose the word nauseous over cautious because my stomach is churning at the very possibility Trump could get a second term. But I don’t believe that will happen.

Pray for a Grieving Family

Lord, We Lift Our Hearts To You And Ask That You Comfort And Bless This Grieving Family. Amen.

Things will CHANGE

Lord, We Thank You Because You Are The Same To Us And For Us Each And Every Day. Amen.

Shapiro administration, transit leaders highlight how Governor Shapiro's public transit proposal would protect and create jobs, urge Pennsylvanians to thank transit operators on National Recognition Day

Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Mike Carroll with Public Pennsylvania Transportation Association Executive Director Shawna Jones, and a rabbit-transit operator highlighted how Governor Shapiro's budget proposal to invest in transit agencies would not just stabilize and improve service but also help retain and attract the workforce critical to the services Pennsylvanians rely on.

Department of Human Services Highlights Research and Resources for Aging Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) released the latest issue of the Positive Approaches Journal, which aims to provide the most recent research for people with mental health, substance use disorder and behavioral challenges, intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental disabilities to live an everyday life. This edition focuses on the aging process in those with intellectual disabilities and autism and offers resources and solutions.

Donald Trump's bizarre pitch to Black voters is martyrdom marketing

How about this for a novel campaign pitch? “I’m being indicted for you, the Black population.”

Slam The Scam: How to spot government imposters

Do you know how to spot a government imposter scam?

The Path to Authentic Living

\"Follow your heart\" is a timeless piece of advice that speaks to the inner compass within each of us, guiding us toward a life of authenticity and fulfillment.

Independence Blue Cross experts testify before Philadelphia City Council on racial disparities in city's maternal morbidity rate

PHILADELPHIA, PA – March 8, 2024 – Leaders from Independence Blue Cross (IBX) provided testimony to Philadelphia City Council on solutions to racial disparities in the maternal mortality rate in the city.

Parent University 2.0, A one day crash course on being a good parent

One thing is certainly clear, and that's that a lot of us need a guidebook or class on how to be a good parent. No one has all the answers as to how to do that very critical job, but one person who has a goal to better educate us as parents is 4th District Philadelphia City Councilman Curtis Jones, Jr.

Social Security celebrates Women's History Month

March is Women’s History Month — a time to focus not just on the past-but also on the challenges women continue to face in the 21st century.

How we protect you from misleading Advertising and Communications

Social Security works with the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) to protect you from scams that use Social Security as bait.

Mary Sanchez: A Princess, the press and a plea for privacy

The princess fed her vultures.

Celebrating Jannie L. Blackwell

Jannie L. Blackwell is a fireball of energy who even after leaving City Hall, is still making a positive difference in the lives of many Philadelphians.

The Founder of Imhotep Charter School reflects on the history of the school and the healing that students are going through now

Imhotep Charter High School has been mentioned so many times over the last three weeks that even when I'm sleeping, I'm thinking about the school, the students, the teachers, the counselors, and all other staff members.