The president doesn’t understand patriotism. If he did, he would be outraged at Russia.
A Joyful Philadelphia Welcomes the Octavius Catto Memorial
At the unveiling of the Octavius Catto memorial, Philadelphia’s sheriff and others cried tears of joy, while the elated mayor held his back.
At the unveiling of the Octavius Catto memorial, Philadelphia’s sheriff and others cried tears of joy, while the elated mayor held his back.
Black Athlete and Activist Enshrined Amid Debate on Race and Sports
The new Octavius V. Catto statue proves that heroes are often the ones who bridge sports and politics in the name of social change.
The new Octavius V. Catto statue proves that heroes are often the ones who bridge sports and politics in the name of social change.
Philadelphia Councilmen Appear to Prioritize Police Oversight
Amid protests, the long-neglected Philadelphia Police Advisory Commission becomes a focal point for at least two councilmen.
Amid protests, the long-neglected Philadelphia Police Advisory Commission becomes a focal point for at least two councilmen.
Philadelphia Man Paralyzed by Police Shooting Addressed Lawmakers
Philadelphia City Council Pres. said Mr. Carnell Williams-Carney was the most effective speaker at the governing body’s first session of the fall.
Philadelphia City Council Pres. said Mr. Carnell Williams-Carney was the most effective speaker at the governing body’s first session of the fall.
Progressive Philadelphia DA Candidate Augments Platform
Mr. Larry Krasner comes out in favor of victims’ advocates and supervised injection sites for citizens addicted to opioids.
Mr. Larry Krasner comes out in favor of victims’ advocates and supervised injection sites for citizens addicted to opioids.
Internal Conflict at FOP Follows Union Head’s Comment
A source within the FOP said the union’s president is under intense pressure from voices within the organization to issue an apology.
A source within the FOP said the union’s president is under intense pressure from voices within the organization to issue an apology.
Tales of Philadelphia Police Misconduct as Civilian Oversight Falters
Philadelphia isn’t short on policing issues. Yet, the responses to them from the police oversight board range from lackluster to nonexistent.
Philadelphia isn’t short on policing issues. Yet, the responses to them from the police oversight board range from lackluster to nonexistent.
Cop Who Killed David Jones and Traumatized Civilians to be Fired
Officer Ryan Pownall, who pursued and later killed a dirt-biker while transporting civilians, is suspended for thirty-days with intent to dismiss.
Officer Ryan Pownall, who pursued and later killed a dirt-biker while transporting civilians, is suspended for thirty-days with intent to dismiss.
Philadelphia Cops Complain of Corruption and Racism at Narcotics
Six Black members of the Philadelphia Police Department’s Narcotics division retain a civil rights lawyer and allege a hostile work environment.
Six Black members of the Philadelphia Police Department’s Narcotics division retain a civil rights lawyer and allege a hostile work environment.
Councilman Who Attended Pro-Cop Rally Laments Name Calling on Both Sides
A Philadelphia City Councilman, who recently attended a pro-cop rally, disavowed the characterization of police as racist pigs and protesters as rabid animals.
A Philadelphia City Councilman, who recently attended a pro-cop rally, disavowed the characterization of police as racist pigs and protesters as rabid animals.
Absurdity and Hyperbole at Philadelphia’s ‘Back the Blue’ Rally
A cacophony of absurdity and hyperbole was amplified at the ‘Back the Blue’ rally in Northeast Philadelphia.
A cacophony of absurdity and hyperbole was amplified at the ‘Back the Blue’ rally in Northeast Philadelphia.
Immigrant-Rights Org Commends Philadelphia’s Lawsuit Against A.G.
The City of Philadelphia accuses Mr. Jeff Sessions of overstepping his authority by adding requirements to grant program; Juntos agrees.
The City of Philadelphia accuses Mr. Jeff Sessions of overstepping his authority by adding requirements to grant program; Juntos agrees.
The Storyline of ‘Crown Heights’ is Unfortunately Not Unique
‘Crown Heights’ is a new and well-directed movie, but the storyline which undergirds it, is unfortunately worn.
‘Crown Heights’ is a new and well-directed movie, but the storyline which undergirds it – a black man wrongfully accused and jailed for a crime he didn’t commit and the ensuing fight for freedom – is unfortunately worn. Indeed, black men, again and again, have been on the receiving end of a broken promise…
Belated Statements from City Hall on the David Jones Shooting
Nearly every statement from officials about the David Jones shooting was belated and either forced or delivered out of fear and shame.
Nearly every statement from officials about the David Jones shooting was belated and either forced or delivered out of fear and shame.
Clergyman Who Sought Role at Police Oversight Board Decries Process
Rev. Harrod Clay, who sought the executive role at the Philadelphia Police Advisory Commission, says hiring process wasn’t above board.
Rev. Harrod Clay, who sought the executive role at the Philadelphia Police Advisory Commission, says hiring process wasn’t above board.