Race & Ethnicity

The collection at Temple University honors the legacy of one of America’s foremost historians and collectors of artifacts on the global Black experience.

Neighboring residents gathered in support for the historically Black borough of Lawnside, New Jersey, where a resident became a victim of racist graffiti.

“We want to empower the community, and part of empowering the community is talking about our cultural traditions,” Sinta Penyami Storms said.

The Philadelphia Tribune’s special 140th anniversary edition, which highlights crucial coverage throughout the publication’s history, will publish Nov. 24, 2024.

“Like seeds embedded in the soil, Black families and communities have nurtured this neighborhood,” said one of the project's co-curators.

Lawnside residents shared their concerns and discussed how they can respond to protect members of the historic Black borough from racist attacks.

Dawn Hines was notified at work that someone spray painted a graphic, racist message on her backyard fence. Her neighbors are rallying around her and condemning the incident.

An ongoing inventory uncovered more unaccounted remains believed to be those of 12-year-old Delisha Africa.

Black women were 20% more likely than white women to get an unscheduled, unplanned C-section delivery when there were no high medical risks.

“The Time Is Always Now” features Black contemporary artists reimagining Black bodies.

The messages were sent to Black men, women, and students, including middle schoolers, in several states prompting investigations by the FBI and other agencies.

“Latinos tend to be some of the most prime targets for mis- and disinformation narratives,” said Claudia Ruiz of UnidosUS.

Day of the Dead events will continue across two weekends.

Philly Puerto Ricans on both sides of the political spectrum condemned a comedian’s remarks — and said it could have an impact at the polls.

The comment at Madison Square Garden drew wide condemnation and highlighted the rising power of Hispanic voters who have settled in Pennsylvania.