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Governor Shapiro hosts Ceremonial Bill Signing of HB 1461 at Lincoln University, celebrates funding increase for Nation's First Degree-Granting HBCU
Governor Josh Shapiro joined Secretary of Education Dr. Khalid Mumin, Rep. Jordan Harris, Sen. Vincent Hughes, Sen. Carolyn Comitta, Lincoln University President Brenda Allen, and Lincoln University students and staff for a ceremonial bill signing of House Bill (HB) 1461, which provides state funding for Lincoln University and other state-related universities.
Social Security and Scam Awareness
Social imposter scams continue to be widespread across the United States.
True Light Fellowship Church's "Bow Before the King" Christmas Concert
The air is filled with the spirit of joy and anticipation as True Light Fellowship Church prepares to host its annual Christmas Concert, and this year's theme is nothing short of majestic – \"Bow Before the King.\"
Stephen Benjamin - President Biden's point man
In the sophisticated corridors of power at the White House, one name resonates as the linchpin connecting the administration to the heartbeat of the nation: Stephen Benjamin.
Orleans Technical College celebrates graduates from Building Trades Program
Orleans Technical College (Orleans), a program of JEVS Human Services (JEVS), celebrated 311 individuals who graduated from the college’s carpentry, electrical, plumbing, property maintenance and air conditioning, refrigeration, & heating programs.
The right's systematic assault on DEMOCRACY
The right to vote free of racial discrimination remains under assault.
When you LIE you can be Expelled from Congress
Only six people have been expelled from the U.S. House of Representatives in the entire history of Congress.
The chickens have come home to roost (part 1)
I wasn't surprised when a friend sent me the November 28, 2023, article from the Philadelphia Inquirer's education section with the headline After a seeming comeback, Cheyney University lands back on probation.
A rare gift to Philadelphia and the African world!
The Power and Prestige of LaVerne McNear
Senator Sharif Street Balling to get things done
Greetings, My SCOOP USA MEDIA Friends and Family.
Philadelphia votes to ban ski masks to decrease crime. Opponents worry it'll unfairly target some
Philadelphia City Council passed legislation to ban ski masks in some public spaces, a measure supporters say will increase public safety amid high violent crime--but opponents argue it will unfairly target people without proof of any wrongdoing.
Out of NO Way, Coach Derrick Stanton is Making a Way
In my column today, I want to share information about two organizations that one man is helping to take to the next level.
Keystone First teams up with the Church of Christian Compassion to serve Thanksgiving meals to homeless people
Keystone First, the largest Medicaid health plan in Southeastern Pennsylvania, teamed up with the Church of Christian Compassion to provide Thanksgiving Day meals for thousands of homeless men, women, and children in Philadelphia.
GLOW Big or Glow Home: South Jersey's Festive and Dazzling Holiday Destination!
There’s a dazzling new place to feel festive this holiday season in the heart of South Jersey’s Washington Township region. GLOW offers a luminous drive-thru light display and interactive holiday experiences for the whole family to enjoy!
Philadelphia Housing Authority and Zipcar partner to bring car-sharing vehicles to residents
The Philadelphia Housing Authority, the nation’s fourth largest and leading housing authority, and Zipcar, the world’s leading carsharing network, celebrated the launch of a new partnership that will provide shared vehicles to residents of the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA).
Touching All Communities 26th Annual Toy Giveaway December 3rd
Supreme Gospel Entertainment along with Germantown Church of the Brethren, X-pressions, Inc., Create the Look, Esther Productions, Indie Go Inspire, and others, are hosting the 26th annual Touching All Communities Toy Giveaway.
UNIVERSOUL: Bringing Spirit to Philadelphia under the Big Top!
If you’re looking for an uplifting experience, then be sure to see UniverSoul’s Spirit of Soul before they continue on their tour.
CIVICS 101
Every other year or so, why is it that we, the American public, start hearing more news stories circulating about a threat to the Voting Rights Act? Why is that? Is it because of lawmakers like Ron De Santis, who want to roll back all progress made since before 1950 or something? Well, the story is back out there again.
Mayor Elect makes Phenomenal Choice for Police Commissioner
Ladies and Gentlemen, My Brothers and Sisters, I believe we should applaud our new Mayor Elect, Cherelle Parker, for her outstanding choice of Kevin Bethel for Police Commissioner.
The connection between neofascism and capitalism
As an ever-greater portion of the nation's total wealth goes to the top, it's hardly surprising that more of that wealth is corrupting American politics.
Make Room for Jesus this Christmas
Thanksgiving is over, and most of us are preparing for Christmas, but in the wrong way because we have the wrong conception of what--Christmas is all about.
Giving thanks to a Hometown Hero!
Thursday, November 16, 2023, was a day filled with celebration for the Strawberry Mansion Community and an opportunity to uplift those who continuously work to better the lives of our families and youth.
Jesse Jackson: America must lead
This weekend, President Biden published an opinion piece in the Washington Post laying out his goals and strategy in the wars in Ukraine and Gaza.
Syphilis and other STDs are on the rise. States lost millions of dollars to fight and treat them
State and local health departments across the U.S. found out in June they'd be losing the final two years of a $1 billion investment to strengthen the ranks of people who track and try to prevent sexually transmitted diseases especially the rapid increase of syphilis cases.
Beware, Donald Trump is letting his inner dictator slip out
Donald Trump's acting more \"African\" again. Back when he was the new host of Comedy Central's \"The Daily Show,\" South Africa-born comedian Trevor Noah notably disagreed with those who thought then-rising presidential candidate Donald Trump was not \"presidential\" enough.
Jesse Jackson: America must lead
This weekend, President Biden published an opinion piece in the Washington Post laying out his goals and strategy in the wars in Ukraine and Gaza.
All Black Errythang Poetry Book Set added to United States Library of Congress Collection
The World's Largest Library, Offering Access to the Creative Record of the United States, Accepts Thought-provoking Book About the Black Experience (Black PR Wire) In conjunction with National Family Literacy Day and the start of National Family Literacy Month.
Incoming Philadelphia mayor taps the city's chief of school safety as next police commissioner
Philadelphia Mayor-elect Cherelle Parker, who won her post by promising gun-violence-weary residents to get tough on crime, on Wednesday selected longtime police official Kevin J.
Small Business Saturday: Shop Locally & Support Your Community!
Small Business Saturday will be coming to your local Main Street on November 25 this year.
Want to Lead like a Builder? Ten senior leader sins to stop committing now
If you're a CEO, a member of the executive team, or any flavor of high-ranking leader, Dan Adams has a question for you: Are you a Builder...or are you a Decorator?