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First responders adminstering Narcan to a potential overdose victim
The Philadelphia Inquirer

Some in Kensington say police are using Narcan on people who aren’t overdosing

Amid Mayor Cherelle L. Parker’s Kensington crackdown, some drug users accuse police of using naloxone improperly — by administering it, or threatening...
Arash Singh in front of City Hall
The Philadelphia Citizen

Citizen of the Week: Arashdeep Singh

An Indian citizen, he can’t vote in the U.S. — but that hasn’t stopped him from helping others cast ballots by November 5. Read on.
Arash Singh (far right, back) stands among other Changing the Conversation Together volunteers.
The Philadelphia Citizen

Citizen of the Week: Arashdeep Singh

When Arashdeep “Arash” Singh saw his friend’s social media posts about getting people out to vote in the election this fall, he replied with a simple...
Joanna McClinton speaking at PA state house
The Philadelphia Citizen

Five Reasons the State House Election Matters to Philly

Politicians from our area hold vital leadership roles in the state house, which is a boon to Philadelphia. That could all change in November. Read...
400 foot pride flag being carried by OURfest parade marchers down a Philadelphia street
Philadelphia Gay News

OURFest continues to be a place to find resources and community

“It was the best National Coming Out Day that I’ve been a part of in Philadelphia history,” said GALAEI Executive Director Tyrell Brown about sharing...