Queen Mother Moore

\"No one has done more to integrate claims for reparations for African Americans into Black activism than \"Queen Mother\" Audley Moore.

Philadelphia "Flagship" Chapter The National Congress of Black Women, Inc. Philadelphia Chapter has a new Chairperson

As we continue to observe Women’s History Month, let me bring you up-to-date on one of our African American women’s organizations, The National Congress of Black Women, Inc. Philadelphia “Flagship” Chapter.

The biggest contrast in the upcoming election (other than democracy vs. "blood in the streets" fascism)

One of my goals in this column is to give you the facts and analysis you need to make informed decisions, especially political ones and equip you to spread the word to others. So here goes on social security.

NAREB Report cites significant Economic, Education, and Homeownership gains for Black Women

With significant gains in education, employment, and entrepreneurs, African American women emerged as leaders in Black homebuying, according to a report released by the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB).

PennDOT, PA Turnpike announce the start of Work Zone Speed Safety Camera Program

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PA TurnState Police pike), in partnership with the Pennsylvania (PSP), started enforcement of the statewide Work Zone Speed Safety Camera program.

This time Trump really does seem to be making Black voter inroads. Why?

Reports that Donald Trump has made surprising gains among Black voters have raised understandable alarm among my Democratic-leaning friends.

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.\"

Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson hosts Southwest Philadelphia Town Hall Meeting

Philadelphia City Council president Kenyatta Johnson led a team of local and state leaders who addressed quality of life matters in the Southwest Philadelphia community last Monday night (March 4, 2024) at Ezekiel Baptist Church at 5701 Grays Avenue.

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

SELMA, ALA. (AP) — 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.

Chancellor Williams and Race Organization (Pt 1)

As a teacher, I require my students to read a minimum of (30) minutes every day.

Middle States Is Not The Enemy

Contrary to the folderol coming out of Harrisburg, 1837 University Circle Cheyney Pa. and other sources, the Middle States Commission on Higher Education is not the cause or the reason Cheyney University of Pennsylvania was placed on probation.

Drusilla Dunjee Houston

As we observe Black History Month, we must be honest, candid and frank with ourselves and admit we have much work to do to encourage our people to “Know Thyself.”

Pennsylvania high court takes up challenge to the state's life-without-parole sentences

Pennsylvania's high court will consider whether some automatic life sentences for those convicted of murder violate constitutional protections for defendants, the justices said Friday.

Rep Your Section (RYS) Meetup Highlights

On February 29, 2024, Indie Go Inspire rolled out the bells & whistles for a select group of music influencers at the exclusive RYS \"MEET UP!\" hosted at the contemporary Small House Creative HQ on 3525 'I' Street in Philadelphia, PA, marked the official launch of the brand in Philadelphia following its triumphant debut in Atlanta, Georgia back in December 2023.

Fani Willis and the court of public opinion

Fani Willis should have known better.

A Fatherhood Research Study by The Moynihan Institute for Fatherhood Research and Policy Reveals What Black Fathers Want and Need

During the State of Black Fathers in Fulton Forum on February 20, 2024, in Atlanta at Pittsburgh Yards, Fathers Incorporated (FI) and the Moynihan Institute for Fatherhood Research and Policy, two preeminent organizations created to support Black fathers and fatherhood, revealed key findings from their latest research report, \"The Dynamics of Atlanta Black Dads: Unpacking the Myths and Realities of Non-Resident Fatherhood in Fulton County, Georgia. Although the research focuses on one major county in Georgia, many of the challenges are universal.

Recession has struck some of the world's top economies. The US keeps defying expectations AP-US-Avoiding Recession

As some of the world's biggest economies stumble into recession the United States keeps chugging along.

On Trump's befuddling hold on the GOP and the fizzling of the 'Never Trump' movement

I'm so old that I can remember when moderate Republicans such Colin Powell, former secretary of state, clung to hopes that Donald Trump might \"grow\" into the presidency.

UNCF honors Caroline Wanga, 11th Annual New Orleans UNCF Mayor's Masked Ball

UNCF continues to strive to change the HBCU narrative across the nation by equipping more historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and their students with the resources necessary to transition into college, graduate, and ultimately establish careers that will build better futures for our society.

Philadelphia death row inmate was never in the photo lineup that helped convict him. Now, he's FREE.

Daniel Gwynn found himself on death row at 25 after Philadelphia prosecutors said in court that two witnesses had picked him out of a photo array in a fatal arson case.

Scoop Archives: Women of the Harlem Renaissance

The Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and early 1930s marked an unprecedented period of expression by Blacks in music, literature, art, politics, and economics. Never before had America seen such a rich, diverse explosion of Black culture. Centered in Harlem, the movement ushered in an era of self-discovery and individual expression that was national in origin and international in scope. The creative efforts of the artists and writers of the Harlem Renaissance laid a powerful foundation that effectively altered the standards of artistic and literacy excellence.

A Vision for New Jersey

The Honorable. Ras Baraka, Mayor of Newark, visited Rowan University on February 20, 2024, to discuss his plans for New Jersey and how he envisions helping his state.

Baltimore bridge collapses after powerless cargo ship rams into support column; 6 presumed dead

BALTIMORE (AP) — A cargo ship lost power and rammed into a major bridge in Baltimore early Tuesday, destroying the span in a matter of seconds and plunging it into the river in a terrifying collapse that could disrupt a vital shipping port for months.

Shapiro Administration, ID/A Advocates highlight transformative budget proposal for Intellectual Disability and Autism Services, workforce to ensure Pennsylvanians get the services they need

PHILADELPHIA, PA, March 22, 2024 – Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh joined leadership from Vision for Equality, self-advocates, and families from across Pennsylvania for a roundtable discussion about the life-changing investments included in Governor Josh Shapiro’s 202425 proposed budget, which includes major investments in home- and community-based services for Pennsylvanians with intellectual disabilities and autism (ID/A) as well as reimbursement rates for providers to enable them to increase wages for direct support professionals who provide essential care and support every day.

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.