Join Urban 1 Philadelphia for a day of empowerment and self-expression, Celebrating Sisterhood on Sunday, October 23rd at the Hilton Philadelphia on City Ave. Participate in engaging conversations, workshops dedicated to Health and Wellness, and interactive experiences. With guest speakers Tamar Braxton, Erica Campbell and Shelia E., you are sure to leave with a refreshed […]

Join us for 6ABC presents: City of Philadelphia Tree Lighting Celebration in partnership with Bank of America on Thursday, December 2nd 5pm-8pm at the North Apron of City Hall. Ceremony begins but we encourage you to arrive by 5pm so you can enjoy entertainment and free giveaways! If you cannot attend, watch live on 6ABC!”

St. Mathew’s Baptist Church and Pastor Gordon have teamed up with Walgreens to facilitate the Covid-19 Vaccination. The first dose will be given on Saturday, April 10th, and the second dose on Saturday, May 1st.  You must be able to come to get your vaccinations on both dates.  The time for your second appt on […]

We invite you to join us and participate in a Gun Buy Back event this Saturday, 10am-2pm. Individuals will be able to safely and confidentially turn in working hand-guns and semi-automatic firearms. For more event details and a full list of partners see above. #BeTheChange

Fantasia is pregnant! The fiery soul singer is expecting her first child with her husband, Kendall Taylor. Barrino and Taylor shared the news initially on an Instagram Live where she revealed her pregnancy news and her adorable baby bump. She also revealed that she had been struggling with fertility issues but her faith them going. […]

After a grueling week that had millions around the world patiently (and impatiently) waiting by their TV screens for election results, Joe Biden has been elected the 46th president of the United States. With the win, Kamala Harris has made history becoming the first Black, first woman and first South Asian vice president. LIKE BLACKAMERICAWEB […]

  Get your praise on this year at Holiday Praise which is right around the corner on Saturday December 29th at the Liacouras Center. Pre-sale begins Wednesday, October 3rd thru Thursday, October 4th. On sale begins officially on Friday October 5th Yolanda Adams, Kirk Franklin, Charles Jenkins, and Marvin Sapp. Buy Your Tickets Now! PRE SALE […]

Michelle Obama’s new book is coming November 13th and to accompany the book, OUR first lady is going on tour! Obama is headed out on a 10-city tour to promote her book, with stops in Chicago, Los Angeles, Washington, D.C.,  Boston, Philadelphia, Brooklyn, Detroit, Denver, San Jose, and Dallas. Tickets for the event will be sold […]

Tuesday, June 19th is the 153rd anniversary of the Emancipation of the US’ last group of enslaved people, which took place June 19th, 1865 in Texas, some 2 1/2 years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued by President Abraham Lincoln in 1862. Known as Juneteenth or Freedom Day, A huge celebration is planned here in […]

New Music By Brother Marcus of Praise 107.9. May people are enjoying this NEW song THE TRAIN. Its mixed with some old fashion old school Gospel flavor and infused with a today generational vibe produced by BJ Shores. Get up on THIS TRAIN!!!!!! Let’s keep this Love going and going and Touching lives….. The TRAIN […]

Call  – If you know a veteran or family of a fallen soldier, call them and say thank you. Let them know you appreciate what they have done for you as an individual and for our country. Fly a flag half-staff until noon. Memorial Day is a national day of mourning. Great way to show the […]