The Download, Wrapped
2024, what a year. Since our launch, we’ve covered everything Philly including artists and creatives, events and Black history, the ongoing arena debate and one of the most unprecedented Presidential races in US history.
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Philly on Screen: Must-Watch Shows & Documentaries
More than a political race, it's an intimate portrait of one man's challenge to transform the entire political system, combining elements of both love story and political thriller.
Ireshadahoodtherapist’s Iresha Picot Wants Both Therapy And Biking Accessible For All
Meet Iresha Picot - a mental health professional, community builder, and cyclist preparing for her first 50-mile competitive bike race.
Tryna Get Away? Here are Direct Flights From Philly
What a doozy 2024 has been! For anyone who is feeling the urge to change the scenery, whether it’s because you just need a break or a vacay is overdue, we got you.
Christmas Village closes for the season soon. Before it does, stop by and support these local Black-owned businesses!
Christmas Village closes for the season soon. Before it does, stop by and support these local Black-owned businesses!
Xenia Matthews: Redefining Storytelling Through Bold Narratives and Immersive Artistry
Xenia Matthews is a filmmaker whose evocative storytelling and fearless approach to filmmaking have cemented her place as a rising star in the industry.
Project 2025 and DOGE: How Philadelphia Will Pay the Price
The promised cuts are not mere political rhetoric; they represent an imminent reality, with Philadelphia standing to lose critical federal funding that supports housing, healthcare, education, and social services.
Jasmine Rivera: Leading the Fight for Immigrant Rights in Pennsylvania
Since 2009, Jasmine Rivera has been a relentless advocate for immigrant rights, championing policies that protect and uplift vulnerable communities.
Jim Crow Perfected: The Parallels Between South Africa’s Apartheid and America’s Segregation
As a Philadelphian, I arrived in Johannesburg, South Africa, and immediately felt something click. South Africa, in so many ways, parallels the United States, even down to the struggle for independence against Britain.
Doechii, Black Hair Connectivity, And Where To Get Some Good Feed-In Braids in Philly
Doechii is having a dream 2024. After a major performance with Tyler The Creator during his two-day festival, Camp Flog Gnaw, Doechii’s name and presence are being felt across the culture as her star continues to rise.
Enon Tabernacle Teams Up With The Trade Unions to Feed 2000 Families
Their annual Thanksgiving meal giveaway became so popular, that cars arrived early in the morning, several hours before the giveaway would begin, filling up the parking lot and lining up in the streets surrounding Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church.
Soft Covers and Bold Finds: A Night of Art and Thrifted Fashion
Browsing through her collection that evening, I was amazed by how carefully and calculated each item had been chosen. From bold, flashy patterns to understated neutrals, I felt there was something for every taste.
Dr. Ayana Hardaway’s Bold Book Explores the Crack Epidemic, Addiction, and The Importance of Reclaiming Our Stories
“We don’t need permission to tell our stories.” Dr. Ayana Hardaway’s words reverberated through the gathering. The Philly-born Black feminist scholar launched her book, “From Crack Mother to Wild Flower: Writing to Transgress: The Sankofa Writing Method”
Philadelphia’s AI Experiment: The Risk of Tech-Based Policing
Temple University’s Department of Public Safety (TUDPS) has adopted ZeroEyes, an AI-powered gun detection system. It’s a landmark move—Temple is the first university in Pennsylvania to implement such technology.
Boxed In: Why do Black Boxers not get the recognition they deserve, but Rocky gets a statue?
I yelled out the window, "He’s not even real!" While riding with my best friend into downtown Philly, I was annoyed and frustrated as we passed the Rocky statue on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.