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Paul Robeson House in West Philadelphia set to reopen with mission to educate, inspire At the end of his life, famed singer, actor, activist and athlete Paul Robeson came to live in West Philadelphia in 1966 with his sister Marian R. Forsythe in a

"Almost 50 years after his death, the Paul Robeson House and Museum is scheduled to reopen to the public on Oct. 10 with a grand reopening celebration after eight months of major renovations."

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Philly artist Andre Chaney, inspired by his late mother, brings message of hope to Mural Arts Month Chaney, 27, is being honored by Mural Arts Philadelphia, an organization that hosted summer camps he attended as a child.

"Mural Arts Philadelphia will host exhibitions, dedications and film screenings that pay homage to its "Voices of Philly" theme during a monthlong celebration in October."

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Long overlooked, a niche refugee population in Philadelphia is finally getting organized support The Karen Community Association of Philadelphia is dedicated to helping Karen people — a refugee population from Myanmar — with specialized social service needs that larger organizations can’t provide...

"The Karen Community Association of Philadelphia is dedicated to helping Karen people — a refugee population from Myanmar — with specialized social service needs that larger organizations can’t provide."

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‘A time for us to reknit that fabric’: Philly march to honor 30th year of historic Million Man March A coalition of community groups led by Black men announced plans Thursday for a Philadelphia march commemorating the 30th anniversary of the historic Million Man March.

"The local march will take place Oct. 26 in honor of the event that occurred in Washington on Oct. 16, 1995. That march was led by Minister Louis Farrakhan, head of the Nation of Islam, and attracted hundreds of thousands of Black men from across the country..."

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Here’s what’s inside Philly Mayor Parker’s proposed budget for H.O.M.E. plan Some advocates say the proposed H.O.M.E budget doesn't go far enough in prioritizing low-income residents.

"Some advocates say the proposed H.O.M.E budget doesn't go far enough in prioritizing low-income residents."

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In Black columnist's firing, advocates fear decreasing diversity, vital perspectives in news media As the founding global opinion editor for The Washington Post, Karen Attiah believed her job had always been about assessing world affairs in a way that elevated a diverse range

"The firing of Attiah, the last Black full-time member on the Post's opinion desk, worries media professionals and advocacy organizations about the wider implications for journalistic freedom and diversity."

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Independence Park shuts doors as federal shutdown hits Philly Furloughs and work without pay are in the offing for many federal employees as the federal impasse works through its first day.

"The first day of the shutdown saw the national park in the city close its doors, while thousands of federal workers braced for furloughs or work without pay."

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Familiar names on judicial retention recommendations list for November The Philadelphia Bar Association’s Commission on Judicial Selection and Retention recommended 13 local and five higher court judges for retention in November’s general elections.

"The Philadelphia Bar Association’s Commission on Judicial Selection and Retention recommended 13 local and five higher court judges for retention in November’s general elections."

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Presente on the Parkway: Photos from Philadelphia’s 2025 Puerto Rican Day Parade Thousands of Puerto Ricans lined the Benjamin Franklin Parkway Saturday for Philadelphia’s 61st annual Puerto Rican Dara Parade. Dancing, singing, and waving the Puerto Rican flag, multiple generation...

"Thousands of Puerto Ricans lined the Benjamin Franklin Parkway Saturday for Philadelphia’s 61st annual Puerto Rican Dara Parade. Dancing, singing, and waving the Puerto Rican flag, multiple generations gathered in celebration of shared pride."

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YouTube video by Light Thief Productions In these times, all communities need support and the energy to support one another. #coffeechat

In these times, all communities need support and the energy to support one another. #coffeechat

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DNC jumps into Pa. Supreme Court fight to protect Dems in retention election Concerned over conservatives’ efforts to realign the state’s highest court, Democrats are ramping up spending in what is usually a low-key Pa. race.

"Concerned over conservatives’ efforts to realign the state’s highest court, Democrats are ramping up spending in what is usually a low-key Pa. race."

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Black Penn alumni pleased with law school renaming fellowship after trailblazer Sadie Alexander The University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School is launching a new postgraduate fellowship to honor the late Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander, the school’s first Black graduate and a pioneering figure

"The University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School is launching a new postgraduate fellowship to honor the late Sadie Tanner Mossell Alexander, the school’s first Black graduate and a pioneering figure in civil rights."

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‘We’re here’: We Are the Seeds festival celebrates Indigenous dance, arts and culture The event, which continues Sunday at Cherry Street Pier, provides recognition and support while elevating Native voices.

"Founded in 2016 by two Indigenous women, We Are the Seeds of CultureTrust is dedicated to elevating Native voices and Indigenous arts. The organization celebrates Indigenous people, fosters professional opportunities for Indigenous artists, and educates the public..."

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UArts’ 150-year archive lives at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania An estimated 1 million items, about 1,000 linear feet, trace UArts’ deep and wide connections to the city.

"The Historical Society of Pennsylvania has acquired roughly 1 million items from the UArts archive, including administrative paperwork, correspondence, legal agreements, photographs, student records and a smattering of artwork going back 150 years."

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Philly slave memorial supporters vow to fight as its fate could be decided soon Supporters of the President’s House, which recognizes slavery during George Washington’s presidency and honors the nine slaves who resided there, gathered Saturday to provide updates on saving the sit...

"Attorney Michael Coard of Avenging the Ancestors Coalition said the steering committee is beginning to meet with category groups, like a historian committee, an architect committee, an educators committee and an activist committee."

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Philly slave memorial supporters vow to fight as its fate could be decided soon Supporters of the President’s House, which recognizes slavery during George Washington’s presidency and honors the nine slaves who resided there, gathered Saturday to provide updates on saving the sit...

"More than a dozen exhibits at Independence National Historical Park have been flagged for a review in connection with an executive order from President Donald Trump."

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Surge in Philly luxury home sales raising concerns about market affordability New research out of Drexel University is raising concerns about affordability and gentrification.

"New data shows a surge in the share of luxury home sales in the Philadelphia region, an unusual trendline that economists say could raise prices up and down the housing market amid an affordability crisis."

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Philly DA: Town halls scheduled for Philadelphia to inform residents about Trump's troop deployment District Attorney Larry Krasner announced on Tuesday a series of community town hall meetings to discuss President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard Troops to major American cities and prepa...

"District Attorney Larry Krasner announced on Tuesday a series of community town hall meetings to discuss President Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard Troops to major American cities and prepare residents for possible takeover here."

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Philadelphia's Puerto Rican Day Parade celebrates the mainland's second-largest Boricua community The festivities take place Sept. 28 and embody the complex identity of diasporicans who maintain roots in both Puerto Rico and the city.

"The festivities take place Sept. 28 and embody the complex identity of diasporicans who maintain roots in both Puerto Rico and the city."

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New comic book teaches Philly kids their rights around police and law enforcement YEAH Philly’s “Know Your Rights” takes a creative look into youth’s rights when it comes to law enforcement.

"The CEO and co-founder of YEAH Philly, Van De Water says the organization’s mission is to inform and support Black youth in West and Southwest Philadelphia who have been charged with a violent crime in the legal system."

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Mexican Independence Day Festival sees thousands pack Penn’s Landing In its 25th year, the Philly festival took place Sunday in the face of ongoing ICE operations.

"Thousands of attendees celebrated their heritage in the face of ongoing ICE operations nationwide, which earlier this year canceled Philadelphia’s Carnaval de Puebla, the largest Cinco de Mayo celebration on the East Coast."

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EFF Statement on ICE Use of Paragon Solutions Malware This statement can be attributed to EFF Senior Staff Technologist Cooper QuintinIt was recently reported by Jack Poulson on Substack that ICE has reactivated its 2 million dollar contract with Paragon...

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15 schools to offer support for Philly students dealing with trauma outside classroom Students dealing with trauma outside of school will now receive added support during the school day through a new pilot program called Handle With Care.

"Launched through a partnership between the School District of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Police Department, the program will begin this year in 15 schools within the 22nd Police District, with plans to expand citywide next school year."

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Philly museums, cultural groups call Trump administration's plans to remove slavery exhibits 'un-American' A coalition of 45 organizations sent a letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to protest the move.

"The message is a response to Trump's executive order, issued in March, to review public monuments, memorials and markers for "narratives that portray American and Western values as inherently harmful and oppressive."

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Philly AIDS Thrift turns 20! Come celebrate with an all-out block party this Saturday The organization has raised more than $5 million over two decades. Now, it’s throwing a neighborhood bash with food trucks, dunk tanks, pies and more.

"The festivities will honor the thrift shop’s legacy of selling used clothing, furniture, books, knickknacks, art and more — then donating the proceeds to LGBTQ+ and HIV/AIDS service organizations."

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Parents can help teens navigate online racism, and research shows one strategy works best Talking over teens' experience with online racism helps protect them without curbing their autonomy.

"Online spaces offer opportunities and risks. Black and Hispanic adolescents, in particular, face heightened exposure to online racial discrimination and harassment, which can seriously harm their emotional well-being."

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"Ahead of next May’s Democratic primary, three state legislators, a Jefferson Health doctor, a Temple University computer science professor and two other political newcomers have entered the contest, and more candidates could still jump in."

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Harrowgate affordable housing project will breathe new life into industrial lot The development from Odin Properties in North Philadelphia is the company’s first government-backed project.

"The development from Odin Properties in North Philadelphia is the company’s first government-backed project."

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Nina Simone, Amy Winehouse are inspirations for 2 Fringe shows The productions, inspired by the two wingers, touch on race, identity, sobriety and more.

"What does it mean to be a Black woman with darkly toned skin? What does it mean to be binary, queer, polyamorous, sober? What are the stories behind the stories? Where do they begin and where do they end?"

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