Netflix CEO to donate $120M to historically black colleges
The couple is giving $40 million to each of three institutions: the United Negro College Fund, Spelman College and Morehouse College. The organizations said it is the largest individual gift in support of student scholarships at HBCUs.
The couple is giving $40 million to each of three institutions: the United Negro College Fund, Spelman College and Morehouse College. The organizations said it is the largest individual gift in support of student scholarships at HBCUs.
Family of Frankford man killed in confrontation with police last month still looking for answers
The family of a Frankford man wants answers after their loved one was shot to death by a police officer last month.
The family of a Frankford man wants answers after their loved one was shot to death by a police officer last month.
Philadelphia city councilman pushes for police reform, including formation of oversight commission
The calls for police reform are coming from the public angry about officer violence of a culture of silence.
The calls for police reform are coming from the public angry about officer violence of a culture of silence.
Philadelphia police captain reassigned following clashes near Columbus statue, FOP says
FOP Lodge #5 confirmed Tuesday morning that Captain Lou Campione was removed from his command at the 1st District following the incidents near the statue Saturday.
FOP Lodge #5 confirmed Tuesday morning that Captain Lou Campione was removed from his command at the 1st District following the incidents near the statue Saturday.
Man sent racist, threatening emails to Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw, feds say
A man has been arrested and charged by criminal complaint after he allegedly sent threatening emails to Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw,
A man has been arrested and charged by criminal complaint after he allegedly sent threatening emails to Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw,
Mayor Kenney, Commissioner Outlaw announce investigation into city’s protest response
Mayor Kenney and Commissioner Outlaw announced their plans for an investigation in a press release Monday morning.
Mayor Kenney and Commissioner Outlaw announced their plans for an investigation in a press release Monday morning.
Amazon considers removing 'Dukes of Hazzard' from its streaming library over Confederate flag: report
Amazon is reportedly considering removing the immensely popular 1970s series “The Dukes of Hazzard” from its streaming library as it reviews its content offerings in the wake of racial tensions and protests happening throughout the U.S.
Amazon is reportedly considering removing the immensely popular 1970s series “The Dukes of Hazzard” from its streaming library as it reviews its content offerings in the wake of racial tensions and protests happening throughout the U.S.
Online petition to delay July reopening of Disneyland Resorts gains momentum
An online petition urging a delay of the scheduled reopening of the Disneyland Resort due to the risk of guests contracting coronavirus has acquired more than 26,000 signatures as of this morning.
An online petition urging a delay of the scheduled reopening of the Disneyland Resort due to the risk of guests contracting coronavirus has acquired more than 26,000 signatures as of this morning.
Starbucks updates policy on Black Lives Matter apparel following backlash
Starbucks had reportedly sent a memo to employees that outlined the store’s policy against wearing Black Lives Matter-related apparel in the workplace.
Starbucks had reportedly sent a memo to employees that outlined the store’s policy against wearing Black Lives Matter-related apparel in the workplace.
Philadelphia city council proposes legislation on police reform, including ban on chokeholds
In the wake of civil unrest and calls to change the way police departments operate, Philadelphia City Council submitted legislation Thursday that proposes four reforms aimed at elevating the police's accountability and dedication to the city.
In the wake of civil unrest and calls to change the way police departments operate, Philadelphia City Council submitted legislation Thursday that proposes four reforms aimed at elevating the police's accountability and dedication to the city.
Police: Philadelphia officer injured after suspect threw rock through car window
Police say the officer was driving in an unmarked patrol car with his front driver's side window down when an unknown person threw a rock into the car.
Police say the officer was driving in an unmarked patrol car with his front driver's side window down when an unknown person threw a rock into the car.
Twitter testing prompt that asks people to read articles before retweeting them
The feature is being tested on Android "to help promote informed discussion," the company said.
The feature is being tested on Android "to help promote informed discussion," the company said.
'Song of the South' trends on Twitter as some call for Disney to re-theme Splash Mountain
"I think it's about time to take the Song of the South characters off Splash Mountain ride, isn't it?" wrote one Twitter user.
"I think it's about time to take the Song of the South characters off Splash Mountain ride, isn't it?" wrote one Twitter user.
1 killed, 6 others injured in North Philadelphia shooting
One man is dead and six others are injured after a shooting in North Philadelphia late Tuesday night.
One man is dead and six others are injured after a shooting in North Philadelphia late Tuesday night.
Mayor Kenney lays out police reform agenda, reverses course on proposed budget increase
After discussions with the Reconciliation Steering Committee, city council, and the Police Reform Working Group, Kenny’s administration has committed to a number of actions.
After discussions with the Reconciliation Steering Committee, city council, and the Police Reform Working Group, Kenny’s administration has committed to a number of actions.
Philadelphia police staff inspector charged in incident with protester
Footage captured Staff Inspector Joseph Bologna Jr. using a baton to hit a Temple University student in the head during peaceful protests advocating for the end of police brutality.
Footage captured Staff Inspector Joseph Bologna Jr. using a baton to hit a Temple University student in the head during peaceful protests advocating for the end of police brutality.
Jack Dorsey says Twitter and Square will honor Juneteenth as company holiday
Celebrated on June 19, the date is considered the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States.
Celebrated on June 19, the date is considered the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States.
Police: Woman charged after striking bike officer with vehicle during Center City riots
Police say Angela Hall, 41, was arrested and charged after striking a bike officer with an SUV.
Police say Angela Hall, 41, was arrested and charged after striking a bike officer with an SUV.
Bond hearing scheduled for man accused of posing as Uber driver, killing Samantha Josephson
Prosecutors say Nathaniel Rowland is scheduled to have a hearing via video conference before a Columbia judge on Tuesday morning.
Prosecutors say Nathaniel Rowland is scheduled to have a hearing via video conference before a Columbia judge on Tuesday morning.
14 Philadelphia city council members say no to $14M proposed increase to police budget
Fourteen city council members in a letter to Mayor Jim Kenney said they would not support a $14 million proposed increase to the police budget for the 2021 fiscal year.
Fourteen city council members in a letter to Mayor Jim Kenney said they would not support a $14 million proposed increase to the police budget for the 2021 fiscal year.