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Recent debates around SEPTA’s funding have raised alarms about its future. State legislators are under pressure to address a looming budget shortfall, but as is often the case, politics complicates real solutions.
In a world where Black women are disregarded and disrespected, a society where the expectation of our existence is that of a work mule and a time when people are looking for us to save them, sis, it is time to put on the cape and save ourselves.
On October 10, 1871, Octavius Catto was murdered. The man who was an educator, a minister, an activist, and one of the organizers of the first Baseball leagues, died on Election Day in 1871.
Cafes are communal staples. They are where we go for meet-ups over baked goodies, a study session with a smoothie, or quiet time with a good book and a hot drink.
As you've probably heard, for the last week or so, America once again grappled with a dockworkers strike that brought to light the intricate web of our global supply chains and the human element that keeps them functioning.
Powered By Vote.Pa Our very first time voting can be both an exciting and daunting time; exciting because it feels like a right of passage as you cast your vote for the first time, and daunting due to the proliferation of misinformation surrounding voting.
The sanctuary of Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church felt more like a festive Sunday morning than a Saturday early evening. Spirits were high as excitement and joy filled the air of the largest Black church in Philadelphia.
These fridges, often tucked away in corners of local businesses or community centers, are more than just a place to grab something quick; they're a testament to the power of community and the resilience of neighbors.
Supporters cite deterrence and closure, but scrutiny reveals the death penalty’s moral and practical flaws.
A lot of us may be wondering if people can see who we voted for. Maybe you hold different political beliefs than your parents, friends, or romantic partner and you’re wondering if they will be able to see how you voted? Well, this week’s answer should give you some comfort…
Along with access to the wine festival, attendees were treated to admission into the museum itself. Surrounded by cases of antiquities, attendees enjoyed a 3-hour wine tasting.