Race in Philly

The Queer Trans Black Indigenous and People Of Color Social Justice Organization has always provided resources, services, and other types of support to their members. They have also expanded their reach to support members who face racial and other types of injustice. NBc10’s Miguel Martinez-Valle has the story.

Philadelphia is a multicultural city with people from all over the world. People have different reasons for keeping or changing their ethnic sounding names. In this installment of Race in Philly, NBC10’s Stephania Jimenez tells us that decision is a personal choice.

On the one-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder, NBC10 takes a look at how policing has changed, how people of color have dealt with ongoing trauma and how local businesses picked up the pieces after last summer’s unrest and looting. Watch the latest installment of our “Race in Philly” series.

On the one year anniversary of George Floyd’s death, students discuss the impact of his death and the growth of the Black Lives Matter movement in the past year. NBC10’s Rosemary Connors reports from the Mathematics Civics and Sciences Charter School of Philadelphia.

A year after the death of George Floyd, social justice activists and organizations pushing for police reform reflect on the trauma caused by continuous violence. NBC10’s Brandon Hudson reports.

NBC10 will air “Race in Philly: One Year Later,” a 30-minute, live news special in partnership with The Philadelphia Tribune on Tuesday, May 25, at 7:30 p.m. ET. Hosted by NBC10 anchors Jacqueline London and Jim Rosenfield, the program marks the one-year anniversary of George Floyd’s death and is part of a series of news specials designed to advance the…

While the average temperature continues to rise, the impact on our area is not equal in communities of color compared to mostly white neighborhoods. Telemundo 62’s Violeta Yas explains.

From pollution to flooding to the food supply, climate change is impacting communities of color in unique ways. In our latest “Race in Philly” special, Telemundo 62, NBC10 and the Philadelphia Tribune look at how the climate crisis is increasing the inequity gap and what’s being done to close it.

An increase in flooding in some parts of our region in recent years has brought more attention to controlling climate change. The Eastwick neighborhood in Southwest Philadelphia was built on marshlands, and has experienced up to four feet of flood water. NBC10’s investigative reporter Claudia Vargas tells us how climate change is threatening certain neighborhoods.

With climate change and rising sea levels contributing to an influx of new residents in Philadelphia, longtime residents are concerned about being pushed out. NBC10’s and Telemundo 62’s Brian Mendoza has the story.

Asthma affects Blacks and Latinos more than white Americans, according to studies.

Revenue in Philadelphia’s Chinatown fell 40% due to the pandemic this year, leaving many immigrants with limited English skills struggling. NBC10’s Randy Gyllenhaal reports.

NBC10 is digging deeper into anti-Asian discrimination, from hate crimes to the objectification of Asian women to the “model minority” stereotype. We also speak with advocates who are bridging the gap and looking to find solutions. Watch our latest Race in Philly special here.

Asian Americans often face a “model minority” myth that they are all educated and wealthy. Experts say that stereotype sometimes conceals the reality that many live in poverty, have issues with mental health, and lack access to health care. NBC10’s Randy Gyllenhaal explains.

The suspect in the Atlanta spa shootings blamed a sex addiction rather than hate as his motive. Yet activists say the fact that most of the victims were Asian women was not a coincidence but instead the result of historic stereotypes regarding their sexuality. NBC10’s Danny Freeman shows us how some are hoping the tragedy will be a catalyst for...

Asian and Black doctors were not only on the front lines in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. They also joined together to take a stand against racism. NBC10’s Brandon Hudson shows us how they’re using social media to bridge the gap between the two communities.

In the latest installment of NBC10’s ‘Race in Philly’ series, we explore the debate in minority communities over the coronavirus vaccine, race in sports and celebrating Afro-Latino culture. Watch our special NOW.

The Southern Poverty Law Center lists 36 hate groups in Pennsylvania, 21 in New Jersey and three in Delaware. The executive director of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission says economic dislocation and the belief in white victimhood are contributing to hatred in the state.

There is a constantly growning movement calling for visibility and recognition of the Afro Latino community. NBC10’s Miguel Martinez-Valle shows us how families are creating content to educate others about their heritage.

In the latest installment of our Race in Philly series, we examine the inequities of the criminal justice system, speaking to those caught in it as well as those who are trying to change it.