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A viral video showing Taneisha Thompson being violently yanked from her car by a Texas police officer has renewed excessive force concerns.Â
Philly Creates Prison Oversight Board Philadelphia has officially decided to implement a dedicated oversight board to monitor all city-run prisons. This move comes after years of organizing by local advocates and community leaders who have tirelessly fought for humane conditions behind bars. For too long, operations within our local correctional facilities have remained out of […]
Pew Report: Philly Late on 90% of Contractor Payments Small businesses are the economic engine of our neighborhoods. But when the city delays compensation for critical work, those vital community anchors suffer. A recent Pew report released last week highlights a severe systemic issue: between 2020 and 2025, Philadelphia was late paying 90% of its […]
New Philadelphia Health Center Opens to Empower Returning Citizens PHILADELPHIA — Coming home should be a time to rebuild, but for many formerly incarcerated individuals, finding basic healthcare feels like a massive roadblock. To change this, a new nonprofit health center just opened its doors in Philadelphia. The facility offers a culturally connected, inclusive journey […]
PA Supreme Court Strikes Down Mandatory Life for Felony Murder The Pennsylvania Supreme Court officially struck down the state’s law requiring mandatory life without parole for all felony murder convictions. In a historic decision on Thursday, the court ruled that this harsh practice violates the Pennsylvania Constitution’s protection against cruel punishment. Understanding the Historic Ruling […]
In a conversation with former prosecutors Kim Foxx and Aramis Ayala, Rashad Robinson discusses how prosecutors and elected officials can push back when federal power goes unchecked.
In her latest report, Sybil Wilkes provides a comprehensive overview of the crucial details you should be aware of.
Nick Cannon hosted Amber Rose on his Big Drive show and referred to the Democratic Party as an arm of the Ku Klux Klan.
The US Treasury Department announced Thursday that, going forward, all U.S. paper currency will bear the president's signature for the first time in the nation's history.
The Iran War has dramatically increased the cost of food and fuel in an already weak job market, adding to concerns of a potential recession.Â
Iconic girl groups like Salt-N-Pepa, TLC, and En Vogue brought legendary style to the iHeartRadio Music Awards 2026 red carpet.
Those who celebrated Air Max Day with the rest of the sneaker world can attest to these being the must-cop Nike drops.