PHILADELPHIA — A former assistant prosecutor has been sworn in as Philadelphia’s first black district attorney. Seth Williams was inaugurated Monday in a ceremony at the Kimmel Center downtown, along with re-elected City Controller Alan Butkovitz and newly elected city judges.

Eunice Johnson, the widow of Ebony Magazine founder John H. Johnson and an icon in the world of fashion, has died, according to a published report.

From StarBulletin.com: A former Manoa resident sent President Barack Obama an old photo of the two of them taken while they were third-grade classmates at Noelani Elementary School, requesting an autograph more than six months ago. He recently received the autographed picture back, as well as a personally signed thank-you note. Scott Inoue, now a […]

As we move closer to the start of a new year, it is natural to reflect. Some of us make resolutions to do better. Others of us end commitments or make fresh starts. Wherever you may find yourself, making prayer a priority in your life will only enhance 2010.Why Pray?There are many good reasons to […]

BMI will honor gospel greats Donnie McClurkin and Andraé Crouch at the organization’s 11th Annual Trailblazers of Gospel Music Awards Luncheon, slated for January 15, 2010.

A four-year-old boy has died after a bullet fired from up to five kilometres away fell through a church roof and struck him in the head.

“I am committed to touching and changing the world…one life at time,” Pastor Rudy says.

Texans seal first winning record, but Jets say not yet to playoff hopes..How do you feel about the Texans chances for next year ?