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Is it an electric car or a Bidenmobile? Greening of transportation gets political

When you think about it, there’s not much rational reason for electric vehicles to be a partisan political issue.

A History Untold: The Philadelphia Sheriff's Office under Sheriff Rochelle Bilal

On January 6, 2020, I was sworn into the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office, promising change to the residents of Philadelphia.

Sadie T.M. Alexander

As we pause to acknowledge, celebrate, and honor Women's History Month, it is incumbent upon us to recognize the many exceptional Black Women who pioneered and blazed trails that not only opened doors for themselves but rendered stellar service to humanity leaving an awesome legacy for others to follow and emulate.

States move to shore up voting rights protections after courts erode federal safeguards

An appeals court ruling that weakened a key part of the Voting Rights Act is spurring lawmakers in several states to enact state-level protections to plug gaps that the ruling opened in the landmark federal law aimed at prohibiting racial discrimination in voting.

The Life Story of Rev.Robert "Bobby" Collier Jr.

On May 9, 1970, a bouncing baby boy came into this world to bring joy to his parents, Reverends Doctors Robert Collier Sr. and Maxcine Selby Collier.

EPA Regional Administrator kicks off 2024 Pennsylvania Brownfields Conference in State College, PA

PHILADELPHIA, March 26, 2024 – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) joined the Engineers’ Society of Western Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP), state and local partners, grantees, consultants, and industry leaders to help kick off the 2024 Pennsylvania Brownfields Conference in State College, Pennsylvania.

Supreme Court Abortion Case Is "The remnants of the lost cause still blowing in the political winds"

“This is less about policy and more about pure and simple voting harvesting.

For one night, Biden was the media master while Trump was fumbling

Ah, such embarrassment.

Trump's 5-step fascist plan

On Friday, Trump posted a video featuring an image of President Biden hog-tied — with hands and feet bound together.

Pennsylvania House speaker pushes for same-day registration and widely available early voting

The Pennsylvania House speaker said Monday that qualified residents should be able to register to vote at polling places on the day of elections and that early voting centers should be open for two weeks beforehand.

Department of State Launches Responsive Training Program for County Election Directors

In keeping with Governor Shapiro’s commitment to ensure safe and secure elections in Pennsylvania, Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt launched the Department of State’s new Election Directors Training Team, providing election administration education and support to Pennsylvania’s county election directors.

Immigration is on Americans' minds. And politicians are seizing the opportunity

When I saw Donald Trump take an interest in the horrible killing of a Georgia nursing student, I was swept by a profound sense of having been here before.

CLEAR Commission Holds First Meeting, Establishes Review Committees

The Pennsylvania Citizen Law Enforcement Advisory and Review (CLEAR) Commission announced its first meeting was held yesterday to assist law enforcement agencies under the Governor’s jurisdiction with improving their policing practices. The meeting was an organizational meeting, with the Commission establishing bylaws and creating committees to review internal investigations.

The Proof and Power of The Resurrection

The Resurrection must be Preached, if we are to hear the gospel of Christ.

Calie House Reparations Pioneer

Reparations or compensation for the ills and devastation of enslavement, apartheid, and racial and pigmentation oppression is a controversial and contentious topic.

The Urban Tech Jobs Program is preparing thousands in our communities for jobs of the future

Hundreds of members of the Urban League community have embarked on new careers in technology, and thousands more are on the path, three years into a major partnership with Google and the Tides Foundation that launched or expanded the Urban Tech Jobs Program in 11 local affiliates.

It is time to save the children

Health officials report that 16 Palestinian children have died of starvation and dehydration in Gaza in recent days. UNICEF warns that the number will increase rapidly with the million children in Gaza suffering from inadequate food and water, horrible sanitation, and spreading disease.

It is time to save the children

Health officials report that 16 Palestinian children have died of starvation and dehydration in Gaza in recent days.

Escaping Trump's revenge

Nikki Haley won the Republican primary in Washington, D.C., yesterday, with about 63% of the vote to Donald Trump's 33%, securing all 19 available delegates and becoming the first woman to ever win a Republican presidential primary.

FAFSA Completion Workshop helps Pennsylvania Students and families apply for postsecondary financial aid

The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) joined the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA), local postsecondary students and families, and legislators to host a FAFSA® completion workshop, highlighting the importance of applying for financial aid. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the first and most critical step in applying for financial assistance for the 2024-25 academic year.

Hands Across Philadelphia: A Historic Black History Month Lesson with Frederick Douglass Descendants

In the heart of Philadelphia, a remarkable event unfolded at the School of the Future as Hands Across Philadelphia and Teachersand.com sponsored a special initiative in collaboration with the Frederick Douglass Family Initiatives.

When the Black Community gets Un-Plugged Emergency Preparedness (Pt 3)

Recently, there were major cellular outages in our area that affected AT&T, Verizon, and TMobile customers across the country.

Frozen embryos are people? In the world of politics, at least

An Alabama Supreme Court ruling that frozen embryos are “children” offers a sad example of the age-old law of unintended consequences.

President Biden's State of The Union Address centers on National Urban League's “D3" Agenda to Defend Democracy, Demand Diversity, Defeat Poverty

“When you get to my age, certain things become clearer than ever before.

Artist Frank Frazier showcases work at October Gallery Art Popup Show

Doors opened early for the October Gallery’s Black History Month Popup Art Show on Wednesday, where some hundreds came out to meet Internationally Renowned Artist Frank Frazier, who had an exclusive art exhibition in Philadelphia.

Keeping your Enthusiasm

Lord, Help Us To Keep The Joy We Had For Jesus When We First Believed. Amen.

Shapiro administration highlights efforts to improve care for pregnant women and babies by tackling maternal health issues

PITTSBURGH, March 8, 2024 – Acting Secretary of Health Dr. Debra Bogen and Second Lady of Pennsylvania Blayre Holmes Davis, along with the Department of Human Services (DHS) and local and state leaders, visited The Midwife Center for Birth & Women's Health to highlight new Shapiro Administration efforts to address maternal health issues and improve care for pregnant women and children, especially among people of color.

Lawnside Legacies: Delving into History and Community Contributions

Black History Month is when often-overlooked narratives of resilience, perseverance, strength, and community get spotlighted.

Social Security improves customer experience ranking

We’re committed to improving customer service by providing more access to our programs and services, and our efforts have paid off.

Campaign for Working Families offers free tax services

Stressed about doing your income taxes? No worries.