
Race & Ethnicity
Coronavirus, Floyd killing merge in brutal blow to Black well-being
Doctors are bracing for the fallout as their offices start opening: a wave of sicker, shell-shocked patients.
5 years ago
Cosby invokes systemic racism as he fights #MeToo conviction
Cosby's appeal is playing out as protests erupt over racial inequality. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court is expected to hear arguments in the case next year.
5 years ago
Fourth of July protests in Philly bring calls for Mumia’s freedom, support for Black trans people
WIth no official parade or fireworks displays this year, protesters in Philly are using the Fourth of July to fight against racism.
5 years ago
For some Black Americans, love of country means holding it accountable
For many Black Americans, patriotism is complicated because the promises of the U.S. aren't fulfilled equally.
5 years ago
Protest brings greater meaning to Fourth of July around Philadelphia
Another weekend of protests in and around Philadelphia put the Fourth of July in a different light for many who never saw the holiday as representing them.
5 years ago
Washington Redskins undergoing ‘thorough review’ of team name
In a statement, the team said recent events around the U.S. and feedback from the community prompted the formal review.
5 years ago
One officer shown in Elijah McClain photos resigns
In a tweet, the department said that Jaron Jones was one of those depicted in the photos, which were taken sometime after McClain's death last summer.
5 years ago
What happened for Black transgender people when police protests and pride converged
Demonstrations for LGBTQ equality overlapped with protests against violence and systemic racism against Black people.
5 years ago
Masterman and Central students use slurs, tell rape jokes in viral group chat
The incident is under investigation by the District and the schools. Updated with a statement from Dr. Hite
5 years ago
Parenting amid a revolution: How to raise an anti-racist kid
“Mommy, you’re Black,” my three-year-old boldly said to me. It came out of the blue while we were sitting in our living room. I wasn’t ready. I had to be.
5 years ago
Philadelphia Theatre Company hires resident artist to help chart its future
Philadelphia Theatre Company has hired choreographer and director Jeffrey Page as a resident artist to help it navigate a post-coronavirus art world.
5 years ago
Krasner launches truth and reconciliation panel inspired by post-apartheid South Africa’s efforts
The district attorney hopes a new pilot effort will help Philadelphia heal wounds caused by police and prosecutors.
5 years ago
Over 400 advertisers hit pause on Facebook, threatening $70 billion juggernaut
When the Stop Hate for Profit campaign launched just two weeks ago, its organizers had not yet persuaded a single advertiser to boycott Facebook in July.
5 years ago
Black Lives Matter groups plan convention
The 2020 Black National Convention will take place Aug. 28 via a live broadcast.
5 years ago
With a pen stroke, Mississippi drops Confederate-themed flag
Mississippi has faced increasing pressure to change its flag since protests against racial injustice have focused attention on Confederate symbols in recent weeks.
5 years ago