Gov. Shapiro seeks school-funding boost to help poorer districts, but Republicans remain wary

Gov. Josh Shapiro is taking the first step in what is shaping up to be a complicated, yearslong process to respond to a court decision that found that Pennsylvania's system of public school funding violates the constitutional rights of students in the poorest districts.

March 1 deadline for Philly K-8 Scholarships

Need-based scholarships are still available for the 2024-2025 school year

The Transformational Coach Rediscovering Your Voice: A Journey to Authentic Self-Expression

In the noise and chaos of life, it's easy to lose sight of our own authentic voice amidst the expectations and influences of the world around us.

NFL's head coaching ranks starting to look a little more like the league they lead

“It's hard to tell what if any, trends will emerge from this hiring cycle. Maybe the emphasis on diverse candidates will continue. Maybe team owners have opened their minds to defensive-minded coaches. Perhaps the ‘leader of men’ model will continue. Nothing has been solved, per se. But there's cautious optimism the league is in a place to grow from here.” – Jonathan Jones, CBS Sports

America must choose - Aging man with bad recall or the one with evil intentions

Your choices, America, are as follows: Either you vote for “a sympathetic, well-meaning, elderly man with a poor memory” (words of the recent special counsel report on Biden). Or you can take what’s behind door number two: an equally aging and most certainly not well-meaning man with little grasp on reality or of truth.

Economic gloominess in spite of upbeat data also affects immigration debate

When we think about the economy, it’s not just numbers that matter.

From football to the big screen: Apollo Creed star passes in sleep

Young folks may know him from his key role as Greef Karga on the Disney+ \"Star Wars\" series \"The Mandalorian,\" Carl Weathers, who appeared in all three seasons, passed on February 1, 2024. His family reported he died peacefully in his sleep.

After Governor Shapiro proposes historic Indigent Defense funding in 2024-25 Budget, PCCD hosts Inaugural Meeting of Indigent Defense Advisory Committee

Less than one week after Governor Josh Shapiro proposed $10 million for indigent defense to be funded through the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) in his 2024-25 budget proposal, PCCD’s Indigent Defense Advisory Committee held its inaugural meeting to begin developing statewide standards and a statewide funding system for indigent defense services, which provide legal representation for those who cannot afford it on their own.

Democrats and Republicans hold Black History Month celebrations with an eye on November's election

Black History Month, often a time to recognize the contributions of African Americans in U.S. history, was marked in the nation’s capital this week with a focus on present divides and the November election when Black turnout will be integral to the outcome.

Biden v. Trump, the reality is clear

Amid the press frenzy about Joe Biden's age and mental acuity, it is worth remembering one thing.

Announcing One Book, One Philadelphia 2024 Selection: True Biz by Sara Nović

February 15, 2024 – The Free Library of Philadelphia (FLP), the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation (Foundation), and the Office of the Mayor announced that True Biz by Sara Nović has been chosen as the 2024 One Book, One Philadelphia featured reading selection.

Pennsylvania Horticultural Society reveals first glimpse of the 2024 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show, "United by Flowers"

At a press conference held at the Loews Philadelphia Hotel, the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society (PHS) revealed new details for the 2024 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show, “United by Flowers” including four artistic renderings offering a first glimpse of what the Show will look like.

Help someone you love apply for social security and more

Sharing is caring. This Valentine’s Day, take time to remind your loved ones that Social Security helps people in all stages of life.

Four tips to celebrate Valentine's Day with a loved one living with Dementia

February 7, 2024—Valentine’s Day can create challenges for relationships in which a loved one has dementia. Because of the illness, they cannot express themselves or remember things as they did before.

Sunday Best "Sneaker Ball" Gala

The South Jersey Ecclesiastic Church of God In Christ held its annual event to support the members of its Youth Department by having a Sneaker Ball Gala at Paris Catering on February 11.

In America, Crime Doesn't Pay

For those of you who may be new readers of the SCOOP USA Newspaper and see this column with the headline “Civics 101,” you may wonder, what’s this column all about? The purpose described to me by our Publisher and owner of the SCOOP, Sherri Darden, is to share information with our readers about what it is to be a good citizen and why it’s important to try and live your life in a civic-minded way.

I got a New Attitude

Lord, You Are Our God, Our Maker, And  Our Father. We Ask That You Give Us On This Day, A New Way Of  Thinking, Talking And Walking. Yes, Give Us A  New Attitude. Amen.

ELON MUSK'S NEURALINK MOVES LEGAL HOME TO NEVADA AFTER DELAWARE JUDGE INVALIDATES HIS TESLA PAY DEAL

Elon Musk’s brain implant company Neuralink has moved its legal corporate home from Delaware to Nevada after a Delaware judge struck down Musk’s $55.8 billion pay package as CEO of Tesla.

IN 'DUNE: PART TWO,' FILMMAKER DENIS VILLENEUVE REALIZES A LIFETIME DREAM

Denis Villeneuve doesn’t feel like he came back to Arrakis for “Dune: Part Two.” In his mind, he never left.

AMID ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE BOOM, AI GIRLFRIENDS, AND BOYFRIENDS, ARE MAKING THEIR MARK

A few months ago, Derek Carrier started seeing someone and became infatuated.

GM'S CRUISE ROBOTAXI UNIT HIRES VETERAN FORD AND APPLE OFFICIAL TO BE ITS SAFETY CHIEF AFTER CRASH

Cruise, the troubled General Motors autonomous vehicle unit, has hired a veteran automotive and technology company safety official for the critical position of chief safety officer.

AI-GENERATED VOICES IN ROBOCALLS CAN DECEIVE VOTERS. THE FCC JUST MADE THEM ILLEGAL

The Federal Communications Commission outlawed robocalls that contain voices generated by artificial intelligence, a decision that sends a clear message that exploiting the technology to scam people and mislead voters won’t be tolerated.

COUNTDOWN BEGINS FOR APRIL'S TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE. WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT WATCH PARTIES AND SAFE VIEWING

The sun is about to pull another disappearing act across North America, turning day into night during a total solar eclipse.

AIRBNB POSTS A $349 MILLION FOURTH-QUARTER LOSS AFTER SETTLING TAX DISPUTE WITH ITALY

Airbnb said this week that it lost $349 million in the fourth quarter due to an income tax settlement with Italy, but bookings and revenue rose, and the short-term rental giant said demand remains strong.

FAMILIES USING RE-CREATED VOICES OF GUN VIOLENCE VICTIMS TO CALL LAWMAKERS

Joaquin “Guac” Oliver died in the 2018 Parkland, Florida, high school massacre, but federal lawmakers who oppose tighter gun regulations began getting phone calls in his voice on Wednesday, lambasting them for their position.

FRANKLIN FROM 'PEANUTS' GETS TO SHINE IN THE SPOTLIGHT OF A NEW ANIMATED APPLE TV+ SPECIAL

The mild-mannered Franklin — the first Black character in the “Peanuts” comic strip — gets to shine in his own animated Apple TV+ special this month in a story about friendship.

NEW YORK CITY FILES A LAWSUIT SAYING SOCIAL MEDIA IS FUELING A YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS

New York City, its schools and public hospital system announced a lawsuit against the tech giants that run Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat and YouTube, blaming their “addictive and dangerous” social media platforms for fueling a childhood mental health crisis that is disrupting learning and draining resources.

TINDER, HINGE AND OTHER DATING APPS ENCOURAGE 'COMPULSIVE' USE, LAWSUIT CLAIMS

Stuck in a dating app loop with no date in sight? A lawsuit filed Wednesday against Match Group claims that is by design.

MULTIPLE THREATS TO ELECTION SYSTEMS PROMPT US CYBERSECURITY AGENCY TO BOOST COOPERATION WITH STATES

The nation’s cybersecurity agency launched a program aimed at boosting election security in the states, shoring up support for local offices and hoping to provide reassurance to voters that this year’s presidential elections will be safe and accurate.

BIDEN'S CAMPAIGN JOINS TIKTOK, EVEN AS ADMINISTRATION WARNS OF NATIONAL SECURITY CONCERNS WITH APP

President Joe Biden’s 2024 campaign is now on TikTok, even though he has expressed national security concerns over the platform and banned it on federal devices.