Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, the co-founder of The Roots and a cultural icon, has had a career filled with groundbreaking achievements. A Philadelphia native, Questlove has produced for artists including Elvis Costello, Common, D’Angelo, Jill Scott, Erykah Badu, Bilal, Jay-Z, Nikka Costa, and more recently, Al Green, Amy Winehouse, and John Legend. He is also a […]
Philadelphia 76ers star Tyrese Maxey is set to check off another milestone in his young NBA career: Sport a signature shoe. New Balance has announced the release of Maxey’s first signature shoe, set to debut later in 2026, marking a significant milestone for the 25-year-old guard, who has rapidly ascended to All-Star status and become […]
Josh McDaniel, the former head coach of the Miami Dolphins, has reportedly interviewed for the Philadelphia Eagles’ offensive coordinator position. This potential move comes as both franchises reflect on disappointing 2025 campaigns, with the Eagles seeking to revitalize their offense after a season plagued by predictability and inefficiency. The Miami Dolphins struggled to find consistency […]
Nestled in City Halls illustratious architecture, stands a statue bearing one of Philadelphia’s most influential figures: Octavius Catto Octavius Catto was a trailblazing civil rights leader, educator, and athlete whose contributions to racial equality in 19th-century America remain profound. Born free in Charleston, South Carolina, in 1839, Catto moved to Philadelphia, where he excelled academically, […]
Recap of 2025 events: NAACP LDF fights injustice, Nicki Minaj controversy, tax tips, new holiday film celebrates Black stories.
ICE has lowered its recruitment standards, and an AI error caused recruits to be sent into the field without training.
In this op-ed, Stephen A. Crockett Jr. writes that ICE has become a roaming tribunal that decides who gets to stay and who disappears.
Best Debbie Allen Movies & TV Shows You Must See From Broadway to Hollywood, Debbie Allen has shaped generations of Black storytelling through her talent, leadership, and unmatched presence. Her career spans decades of unforgettable performances, iconic directing moments, and cultural influence that continues to inspire. If you’re diving into her legacy, these are the […]
Shawn and Destiny Jackson of Minneapolis say they and their children were on their way home when ICE agents tear-gassed their car.
Hip-Hop icon Lauryn Hill took time to honor late Fugees collaborator John Forté following his untimely passing at the age of 50. The eight-time Grammy Award winner took to social media to share a carousel of photos highlighting their friendship, noting she and Forté became “fast friends” shortly after first meeting: “I loved him, my […]
Recap of 2025 events: NAACP LDF fights injustice, Nicki Minaj controversy, tax tips, new holiday film celebrates Black stories.
Films explore Martin Luther King Jr.'s civil rights legacy, from his early days to his final moments as a global icon.