New York Amsterdam News
Growing in popularity, the WNBA announces historic expansion
Online challenges are issued for people to make statements reflective of something they did without specifying the activity. Here's my statement: I remember when the WNBA had 16 teams.
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July 10, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Lenox Hill Hospital expansion plan roils locals, could benefit others
New York City's Planning Commission, which votes on whether to approve applications for special construction projects, is supporting Lenox Hill Hospital's expansion plans, which Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine is backing.
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July 10, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
There's nothing quiet about poetry: Generation Verb hosts student showcase in celebration of new book
On the last Friday of June at the art gallery in the Adam Clayton Powell Jr. State Office Building in Harlem, an intimate group gathering celebrated the work of some remarkable students.
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July 10, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Celebrating early wins: NYC's public school students reading and math scores tick up
New York City leadership is excited to see some improvement in reading and math scores for public school students in grades K-5, especially along racial and ethnic lines.
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July 10, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
St. John's track and field director Aliann Pompey touches generations
Former St. John’s track and field student-athlete Pariis Garcia is forever tied to the university. Her parents —both track and field standouts — met at St. John’s. It was no surprise that there were several Johnnies at Garcia's wedding to former NFL running back Mack Brown, including current director of track and field/ cross-country Aliann Pompey, who coached Garcia to outstanding collegiate accomplishments.
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July 10, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
With NBA 2K25, the WNBA makes a deep imprint in the gaming market
Last month, the WNBA, the Women's National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) and 2K, a label of Take-Two Software, Inc., announced an agreement in principle for a multiyear partnership extension that will continue and expand the presence of WNBA player depictions in the gaming space. In other words, WNBA fans can create their own live action.
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July 10, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Graduation season hits for Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice programming
There's no business like show business, except gun violence prevention. Last week, the NYC Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice (MOCJ) held a graduation ceremony and rough cut screening for the Brownsville-based Flip the Script cohort as they ready their project “Click” for film festival consideration.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Gov. Hochul holds interfaith reception at Lincoln Center
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul held an interfaith reception last week at Lincoln Center in Manhattan that highlighted the state's grant funding program for faith-based organizations to revitalize their community spaces.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Rising Ground's Atlas program promotes therapy in the Bronx
People of color are less likely to receive therapy or seek it, leading to greater disparities and stigma around the idea of therapy. Atlas recognizes this stigma and attempts to break it through their unique approach to therapy.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Dave Parker leaves a lasting legacy of great Black baseball players
Dave Parker embodied the Negro Leagues. His swag, flair and ebullient demeanor on the baseball diamond conjured images of the showman that were as good and in many cases better than their white contemporaries. Prior to Jackie Robinson tearing down the sport's racist color barrier, he made his Major League Baseball debut playing for the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 17, 1947.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Newark's Shakur Stevenson looks to retain WBC lightweight title
WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson (23-0, 11 KOs) is one of the most talented and intriguing boxers in the sport.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Apollo Theater breaks ground on much-needed renovations, closing doors for a year
In a half-full theater of donors and reporters, Apollo staff and board members announced a temporary curtain call for the historic venue on June 30 before a full-scale renovation begins.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Bronx Chef Eric Adjepong's Elmina makes D.C. feel like Accra — no passport needed
\"Top Chef\" alum Eric Adjepong is serving up soul and serious storytelling at Elmina, his first-ever restaurant. Think jollof rice with duck and Halal-friendly bites that bring everyone to the table.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Weeksville Heritage Center Food Fest in Brooklyn
The Weeksville Heritage Center in Brownsville, Brooklyn celebrated its 4th annual food festival this year on June teenth. The event highlights Black-owned businesses while honoring the traditions of Juneteenth that are rooted in food.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
New York comes out for Pride!
New Yorkers from all walks of life and all ages lined 5th Avenue on the last Sunday in June to celebrate Pride.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Mamdani: Where will party loyalties lie?
This week's election board results reaffirmed Assemblymember Zohran K. Mamdani’s win in the June primary for the mayor's race. Some in the Democratic party are hyped about getting behind the young Muslim socialist, while others are hesitant or outright hostile toward him.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
How to stay safe during NYC summer heat waves
Dr. Michelle Morse, MD, MPH, is the acting health commissioner and chief medical officer of the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. She spoke with the Amsterdam News about staying safe during NYC summer heat waves and how to identify dangerous signs of heat exhaustion. This conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Bruce Lincoln and Uptown Lacrosse expose Harlem youth to the sport
The New York Tri-State area is a hotbed for the sport of lacrosse.
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July 03, 2025
New York Amsterdam News
Denver Onyx wins Women's Elite Rugby's Legacy Cup
This past Sunday marked the conclusion of the 2025 Women's Elite Rugby (WER) season as the Denver Onyx claimed the league's Legacy Cup 53-13 over the New York Exiles before an enthusiastic crowd at the TCO Stadium in Eagan, Minn.
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July 03, 2025
Scoop USA Newspaper
Philadelphia City Council and healthcare leaders URGE Senate to KILL One Big Beautiful Bill
Many Congressional seats will be up for grabs in the 2026 elections, and voters in Pennsylvania and throughout the country will have the power to hold lawmakers accountable for any decisions they make that are not in the best interest of the American taxpayer.
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Scoop USA Newspaper
Did you miss a holiday, Mr. President?
Juneteenth came and went Thursday, but curiously, something seemed to be missing from the annual celebration: a cordial salute from the president of the United States.
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ScoopUSA Media, Volume 65 - Number 28
Scoop USA Newspaper
South Jersey Information Equity Project honors 2025 Journalism Fellows and celebrates 5th Anniversary
The South Jersey Information Equity Project (SJIEP), a pioneering initiative focused on media equity and dedicated to uplifting Black communities through inclusive coverage and storytelling, celebrated its fifth anniversary with the introduction of a new executive director and a discussion featuring journalist Trymaine Lee.
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Scoop USA Newspaper
When the president's peacemaking efforts invite more chaos
While the nation braced to see what would happen next in Los Angeles, on Thursday, a surprising message appeared on President Trump’s Truth Social account.
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ScoopUSA Media, Volume 65 - Number 27
Scoop USA Newspaper
Charles Walter Dryden
Charles Walter Dryden was a U.S. Army Air Force officer and one of the original combat fighter pilots with the 332nd Fighter Group's 99th Fighter Squadron, a component of the Tuskegee Airmen.
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ScoopUSA Media, Volume 65 - Number 27
Scoop USA Newspaper
Black History Corner
GEMINI May 21 - JUNE 21
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ScoopUSA Media, Volume 65 - Number 27
Scoop USA Newspaper
City Kicks off the Start of Summer Meals Programming at Vare Recreation Center
The City of Philadelphia’s Office of Children and Families, Parks & Recreation, and American Dairy Association North East kicked off their annual Summer Meals program for children and teens at the Vare Recreation Center in South Philadelphia.
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Scoop USA Newspaper
Dr. Vernie Merze Tate
Vernie Merze Tate was born to Charles & Myrtle K. (Lett) Tate on February 6, 1905, in Blanchard, Michigan.
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ScoopDigital, Vol. 6, No. 20
Scoop USA Newspaper
Open for Business, Contracting Opportunities in the City of Chester
Contractors and Individuals, both for-profit and non-profit business owners, gathered by invitation from the City of Chester at Latham Hall on the campus of Widener University on Friday, June 13, 2025, for a one-of-a-kind event, to learn about opportunities to do business in the City of Chester, State of Pennsylvania, and with Anchor Institutions.
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ScoopUSA Media, Volume 65 - Number 28
Scoop USA Newspaper
Lisa Westfield named First Black President of Rowan Alumni Board
In a milestone moment for Rowan University, Lisa Westfield has been elected as the first Black president of the Alumni Board of Directors, an achievement that sends a powerful message of inclusivity, representation, and inspiration throughout the university community.
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ScoopUSA Media, Volume 65 - Number 28
Scoop USA Newspaper
Richard Robert Wright, Sr.
Richard Robert Wright Sr., college founder and banker, was born into slavery on May 16, 1855, near Dalton, Georgia.
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