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Let facts get in the way of performative politics

My advice to congressional Democrats: If you’re going to embrace performative politics, be sure you give a good performance.

'Bloody Sunday' 60th Anniversary marked in Selma with remembrances and concerns about the future

Charles Mauldin was near the front of a line of voting rights marchers walking in pairs across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama, on March 7, 1965.

Pray for a Grieving Family

A friend in my hometown was once really going through a difficult time in her life. She had lost her son because he was caught in the crossfire of a shooting and died. Then, on the day of her son's repast, his four-year-old son, her grandson, was hit by a truck and died. This mother, these grandparents, these relatives, this family, had been shaken to the core. I'm sure their faith was shattered; their hearts were beyond broken, and their trust in God was on the brink. What can we do as humans to make them feel less pain and better? How do we minister to them? What should we do? What should we say? When and how shall we say it?

Diversions, exploitation and the 60 million dollar slave (pt 3)

During the Super Bowl, did those who gathered on the couch discuss the purposeful, political, and social silence of each player and how ignorance of the past has made it difficult for Black professional athletes to unite and confront the issues of the present?

North Philly communities unite to demand renovation and reopening of Cecil B. Moore Library

On March 11, 2025, Grassroots neighborhood groups and community allies will unite at Wayland Baptist Church (2500 Cecil B. Moore Ave) at 6 pm to fight for Cecil B. Moore Library.

Berean Baptist Church hosts NACA First-Time Home Buyers Event

Berean Baptist Church is proud to partner with the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America (NACA) to bring a life-changing opportunity to first-time home buyers in Philadelphia!

Mary Church Terrell: Honoring a colored woman in a white world

This article was written by James Spady and published in ScoopUSA Newspaper in March 2017.

If Election Day were tomorrow, would you know what offices are up for grabs? (Part II)

If election day were tomorrow, would you be ready?

Shining a Light on Black History in Philadelphia a night of honor and celebration

Philadelphia recently witnessed a powerful celebration of Black excellence and historical contributions at the \"Shining a Light on Black History\" program.

Our Mission and Values

Scoop is a for-profit Community Media Company that prides itself on its dedication to Community.

Prospect Medical Holdings abuses yet another underserved community

Private equity investments in healthcare began to take off in the 1990s, initially focusing on nursing homes and hospitals, and have expanded to every corner of the healthcare market.

Hartranft Community Center reopens for North Philadelphia residents after two decades

On Tuesday, March 4, 2025, PHA, city and state leaders and community members came together to celebrate the re-opening of the Hartranft Community Center. As stated by Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, promises made promises kept.

Social Security Faster processing of disability claims for people with Alzheimer's

Today, more than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease. Since the onset of Alzheimer's can occur in people before they retire, it may strike during an individual's working years, preventing gainful employment as the disease progresses.

Philly on the Come Up "Footprint for Environmental Change" Button Campaign

PHILADELPHIA, PA—Students in West Philadelphia are doing a phenomenal job campaigning against the usage of alcohol, prescription drugs, marijuana, cigarettes, e-cigs, opioids, and heroin use. Over four-hundred and forty-three (443) students representing the Overbrook High School, Sayre High School, Parkway West High School, West Philadelphia High School, SLA Beeber, Lewis C.

Hurts, Barkley each rush for 3 TDs to help Eagles reach Super Bowl with 55-23 win over Washington

Saquon Barkley dashed 60 yards for a touchdown on Philadelphia's first play and finished with 118 yards and three scores, Jalen Hurts rushed for three TDs, and the Eagles soared into the Super Bowl with a 55-23 win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday.

Henrietta Vinton Davis, a gift to Garveyism (pt 2)

By 1893, she established her own entertainment company, which produced plays about Dessalines and the Haitian Revolution and the dramatization of certain novels.

Getting Workforce Development Done: Shapiro Administration highlights investment to expand Early Childhood Education Pre-Apprenticeship Programs

Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Nancy A. Walker joined Philadelphia Academies Inc. (PAI) and state and local leaders Tuesday evening to highlight nearly $400,000 in state funding that allowed PAI to expand its Early Childhood Education (ECE) Pre-Apprenticeship program, in partnership with Parkway West High School (PWHS).

Kindergarten registration opens for Philly School District students

Registration for kindergarten in the School District of Philadelphia has begun.

Immigration officers are operating with a new sense of mission. Now, 'nobody gets a free pass'

A week into Donald Trump's second presidency and his efforts to crack down on illegal immigration, federal officers are operating with a new sense of mission, knowing that \"nobody gets a free pass anymore.\"

Trump makes moves to expand his power, sparking chaos and a possible constitutional crisis

Just a little over a week into his second term, President Donald Trump took steps to maximize his power, sparking chaos and what critics contend is a constitutional crisis as he challenges the separation of powers that have defined American government for more than 200 years.

Hip-Hop Icon RAKIM enters Fintech Space as a Founder of Notes Technology

RAKIM, widely regarded as one of the greatest emcees of all time, is breaking new ground with Notes.

Trump pardons must not lead to the unpardonable

Hindsight, as the old saying goes, is always 20/20. That thought came to mind after a couple of the roughly 1,500 January 6 offenders given pardons by President Trump said they didn't want it.

Getting Public Health Done: $3.6 Million investment will help regional maternal health coalitions, improve care for mothers and babies

Shapiro Administration officials from the Departments of Health (DOH), Human Services (DHS), and Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP) visited Penn State Health Children's Hospital in Hershey afternoon to highlight efforts to improve care for pregnant women and babies through local maternal health coalitions.

Artist Spotlight: Talasia – A fresh sound in gospel music

When we think about artists redefining the landscape of gospel music, few stand out as much as Talasia.

City Council holds Hearings on preparedness to protect Philadelphia citizens during Trump Presidency

Philadelphia is a welcoming city rather than a sanctuary city.

Notice of Violations now include QR codes for easy resolution access

Starting January 24, 2025, the City of Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections is making it easier for citizens and stakeholders to resolve violations by including QR codes in all Notice of Violations.

Prayerful

Lord, We Thank You For Always Hearing And Answering Our Prayers. Amen.

Will Smith live show on IHeartRadio

IHeartRadio was the first to report that Will Smith is making his return to music and debuting his new song during an exclusive special and fans will be able to tune in and listen nationwide.

Sweeping changes in America

Oh, what a difference a day makes. Since January 20, 2025, came along and Donald Trump was re-sworn in as President of the United States, he has been making a lot of sweeping changes. As President, he carries a lot of power, and he's using it. We can only imagine that over the next 4 years, President Trump is going to give us plenty to report on in this Civics column and in our main column for the SCOOP.

Commutations cement Biden's Legacy as a Champion of Justice and Racial Reconciliation

American communities, disproportionately Black and Brown, have long borne the scars of the Drug War. Extreme and racist sentences for crack cocaine offenses tore apart families. Children grew up visiting their parents behind bars. Those parents are now elders, yearning to hold their grandchildren. Justice is served by allowing these individuals to return home. Their debt to society was long ago paid. Kara Gotsch, Executive Director of The Sentencing Project.