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It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include how Philly may have improperly spent federal opioid settlement money in Kensington, and the "extended-day, extended-year" school pilot program. Plus, two bold porch pirates fight over a package in Berks County. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Larry Platt, co-founder at The Philadelphia Citizen, and Sammy Caiola, special projects reporter at Kensington Voice. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Video captures dueling porch pirates race to steal package outside Berks County home Philly’s use of some opioid dollars for Kensington is “non-compliant,” per state trust. Future funding is in question. Get arrested for drugs in Kensington? Here's a chart that explains the process. ‘Don’t fall on a needle’: When you’re a kid in Kensington, it’s not safe to play outside Mayor Cherelle Parker unveils details of Philadelphia schools’ ‘extended-day, extended-year’ pilot The Philadelphia mayor’s plan for year-round school is taking shape. What will it look like? Catch Sammy at the Improvised Tony Awards at the SideQuest Theater this weekend! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 28th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

With Philly’s easy access to the mid-Atlantic coast, it’s no surprise that seafood has been a popular choice for Philadelphians since at least the turn of the century. So whether you're on the shore or in the city this summer, the choices are endless, from Sweet Amalia oysters on the half shell to local bluefish and much more. Host Trenae Nuri talks with freelance food and travel writer Alisha Miranda about where to get the best seafood in town, and all things aquaculture. Read Alisha’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 27th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Black infants in Philadelphia are more likely to die within the first year of their lives than babies of other races or ethnicities. In order to help reduce these high infant mortality rates, the city is launching Philly Joy Bank, a guaranteed income pilot program for 250 pregnant Philadelphians. Last spring, host Trenae Nuri talked with Dr. Stacey Kallem, pediatrician and director of the Division of Maternal, Child and Family Health at the Philadelphia Department of Public Health, and Lydia Seymour, Community Action Network coordinator for the Philadelphia Department of Public Health’s division of Maternal, Child and Family Health, about how this pilot program will support expecting Philadelphians. Find out more about the Philly Joy Bank program and how to apply. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 26th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

It’s another midweek news roundup! What’s up with the new I-95 sign? Plus, the team breaks down SEPTA’s higher fines for disorderly conduct and the designs for the new trolleys coming in 2027. Also, follow along with a Philly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by producer Abby Fritz and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: New I-95 sign misspelled near site of Philadelphia bridge collapse in city's Tacony section SEPTA is upping penalties for smoking, urinating, drunkenness and other bad behavior on transit Check Out SEPTA’s Sexy New Trolley Design New SEPTA trolleys will be more spacious and accessible to people with disabilities Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Heat warning is in effect for Philly for ‘dangerously hot’ conditions into Sunday evening How hot Philly’s summer got in five charts Despite record global heat, Philly had coolest summer since 2014 in 2023 Gopuff reaches its 'biggest-ever partnership' with Tom Brady Trump goes to Tony & Nick’s for a cheesesteak, completing a Philly trilogy Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 25th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Philly is a city of neighborhoods, and those neighborhoods are always changing — including the way written language is used in public spaces. Daniel Guarin is a PhD candidate in Hispanic linguistics at Temple University, and he looked at over 3,000 signs in three heavily Latino neighborhoods: Fairhill’s “The Golden Block,” Olney, and the Italian Market area. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Guarin about his findings, and how these neighborhoods have evolved linguistically. Read more about Guarin’s study here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 24th episode: Tecovas Babbel Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the increased police presence in Kensington, this week’s heat wave, and how the SS United States is being forced to leave its South Philly berth in September. Plus, if Philly’s statues, murals, and other public art came to life, who would win in a fight? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by newsletter editor Asha Prihar and producer Abby Fritz. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Philly’s Heat Health Emergency is in effect amid scorching temps Philly heat wave: Here’s what you need to know about the Heat Health Emergency, Code Red and more Dozens of new police will soon be deployed to Kensington, and stricter drug enforcement will begin in mid-June Philadelphia police launch enforcement blitz in Kensington SS United States must leave its South Philadelphia berth by mid-September, judge rules Check out our interview with reporter Ximena Conde about the “Ikea boat,” and our conversation this spring about the Kensington encampment sweep. Want to take a deeper dive into the “which Philly statue would win in a fight” debate? Here’s the Reddit thread that inspired today’s conversation, plus a map of many of Philly’s statues and public artworks. Need some resources to help you stay cool during this heatwave? Check out this map of the city’s cooling centers. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 21st episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Parking in Philly is not for the faint of heart. There’s official regulations and then there’s unwritten rules, legal or otherwise. Last August, host Trenae Nuri sat down with producer Abby Fritz and former executive producer Laura Benshoff to talk through their hacks for finding the best parking spots in the city. Find out more about the recent crackdown on illegal parking in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 20th episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Gov. Shapiro says he wants to fully legalize recreational cannabis; what’s the holdup in the legislature? City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talks with Spotlight PA reporter Ed Mahon about where Pennsylvania stands on this issue, particularly in light of Ohio’s expanded access. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 18th episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Whether you love our Eagles, Phillies, Flyers, or Sixers, one thing is clear: Philly is a very sports-oriented city. But is there something missing in our sports culture? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Diana Lind, writer and urban policy specialist, about why she thinks Philly needs a sports mayor, and what that role could look like here. Check out Diana’s Substack, The New Urban Order, where she makes the case for sports mayors. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Learn more about the sponsor of this June 17th episode: Tecovas Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include why the city is rejecting certain block party applications and the closure of all OCF Coffee House locations. Plus, the Kelce brothers have a new business. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent for The Philadelphia Tribune, and Nicole Phoenix, standup comedian and producer. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Some Philadelphia block parties derailed by summer safety issues All OCF Coffee House locations close permanently, a week after workers moved to unionize Jason & Travis Kelce Join Forces for The First Time as Owners and Operators of Garage Beer From North Philly to Paris: Kahleah Copper’s road to 2024 Olympics a journey of tears, setbacks and success How To Celebrate Juneteenth in Philly Check out this link for more information on Nicole’s comedy event at Two Locals Brewing June 28. Interested in performing yourself? Sign up here! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

In 2011, the Philadelphia Water Department created the 25-year, $2.4 billion “Green City, Clean Waters” program to fix the city’s aging sewer systems. However, even though the program has been nationally recognized for its innovative green infrastructure, it’s turning out to be more costly than expected. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Kyle Bagenstose, an independent environmental journalist, about these cost increases, and if the city needs a better plan to handle its sewage problems. Read Kyle’s full story on the “Green City, Clean Waters” program here. Learn more about the “Green City, Clean Waters” program, and how you can get involved. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Breakfast tacos made their Philly debut 15 years ago, but they’ve experienced a resurgence recently thanks to Taco Heart. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Jenn Ladd, food reporter at the Inquirer, about what breakfast tacos are, why they deserve the hype they’ve been getting, and her favorite breakfast taco spots in Philly. Check out more of Jenn’s reporting on breakfast tacos here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

It’s another midweek news roundup! The team talks about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s first city budget, which got the green light from City Council last week. Plus, a Philly sports mascot has a new song, and we have a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Anna Orso, City Hall reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Winners and losers from the first city budget in Philly’s Parker-Johnson era Council green-lights Mayor Cherelle Parker’s budget plans, including $100 million for a Northeast Philly drug rehab center Philly’s next city budget will fund University City affordable housing, library upgrades, and Mural Arts A glorious choral hymn about Gritty premieres this weekend Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Kimmel Center’s historic tribute: Marian Anderson Hall unveiled UArts had explored a possible merger with Drexel two years ago — but it didn’t materialize Pa. House passes bill to provide free pads and tampons for students Listen to our interview with Aaron Moselle to learn more about the affordable housing project in University City. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Last Monday, District Attorney Larry Krasner announced that the Big Naddy Gang in North Philly is “history,” thanks to the recent arrests of BNG members. Some think that arrests like these are part of the reason for the dramatic decrease in shootings and homicides since 2021. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ellie Rushing, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the state of gang violence in Philly, and the code of silence that keeps potential witnesses from speaking up. Check out Ellie’s recent reporting here, including her story about the young man who defied the code of silence in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the University of the Arts closure, where the city should put the intercity bus station, and the mystery behind Old City’s cloud billboard. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Inga Saffron, architecture columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Conrad Benner, founder of StreetsDept.com, curator at Mural Arts and host of WHYY’s Art Outside podcast. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: University of the Arts closure coverage from the Inquirer It’s time for Philly to build a proper bus station. Here are six possible locations. Overbrook Night Market Summer of Wonder Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Philly’s nationally recognized Eviction Diversion Program was created by city ordinance during the pandemic in order to keep people in their homes, and has been extended several times. Last week, City Council voted to make the program permanent, pending Mayor Cherelle Parker’s approval. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about what landlords, housing advocates, and tenants think of this program, and what it needs to continue in Philly long-term. Read Aaron’s full story here. Find out more about Philly’s Eviction Diversion Program and how to apply. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

It’s Philly Beer Week, and many of the top craft brewers in the country are right here in Pennsylvania. If you’re looking for a local brew to try, we’ve got some options for you. Last year, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris talked about and sampled some of the beers made in the commonwealth. Listen along and see if you agree with our takes. Here’s the Esquire list of the Best Bars in America in 2024. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

It’s another midweek news roundup! The team talks about why the University of the Arts will close later this week, as well as the closing (and subsequent reopening) of Famous 4th Street Deli after health code violations. Plus, a Philly news quiz that you can play along with. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by producer Abby Fritz and arts and culture contributor Charles Tyson Jr. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: The University of the Arts is closing June 7, its president says University of the Arts students protest their school’s stunning closure — a shutdown unprecedented in recent higher ed history Famous 4th Street Deli is shut down over health issues; owner says they ‘dropped the ball’ Famous 4th Street Deli reopens after a ‘small army’ fixes health issues Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Sneakerheads line up for Nike Dunk Low ‘Philly’ shoes at Center City store The story behind the Nike ‘Philly’ Dunks, featuring a color-changing swoosh and plenty of local Easter eggs Philly starts the hunt for an intercity bus station near 30th Street Read more about food safety inspections in Philly here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Take it from us, Philly is a great place to live. Finding a place to call home, however, is not always easy. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Justin Forte, realtor for KW Empower & ForteLiving, about where to find the best rentals, what questions to ask, what you should know before signing your lease agreement, and how to avoid scams. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the violence and chaos along the New Jersey shore over Memorial Day weekend, an initiative to recycle fallen trees, and what signifies the start of summer in Philly. Plus, the weird and wild stuff we saw on social media this week. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by O.J. Spivey, sports correspondent at The Philadelphia Tribune, and comedian and writer Alan Massenburg. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Teen stabbed, multiple arrests made in Ocean City boardwalk chaos on Memorial Day weekend Following stabbing, Jersey Shore official says unruly teens won’t be allowed to ‘steal summer’ Philly's fallen trees are being turned into building material at Fairmount Park Philadelphia Reforestation Hub will upcycle urban wood waste to support the city’s climate goals Find out more here about how to get a tree planted on your block. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. Listen to the “Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose” series from our friends at City Cast Denver. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. Now that it’s (unofficially) summertime, we’re ready to get outside and explore the city. In this episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying June in Philly, from the can’t-miss art festivals (most of them are free!) to our recommendations for celebrating Juneteenth and Pride. And if you’re digging newsletter editor Asha Prihar’s pizza crawl plans, don’t miss our episode on the best pizza in Philly! For even more tips on how to make the most of June in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. You can reach us at [email protected]

We’re back with another midweek news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor, for an epic news quiz that covers the latest in politics, transportation, and local business news. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism (spoilers ahead, if you’re following along with the news quiz): SEPTA's overhauled bus routes approved after 2 years of public hearings and revisions Wissahickon Valley Park restoration project to limit access to Forbidden Drive for six months City Council may subpoena Mayor Parker over Fairmount addiction center President Biden will launch a coalition to shore up support with Black voters on Wednesday Cooperative Grocery Launches Germantown Store D.C.’s Little Gay Pub becomes a little bigger with a new location in Philly Click here for an interactive map of road closures and detours at Wissahickon Valley Park. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

There’s no debate that Philadelphians have an accent. Even within the city, the words and phrases you hear can sound different from neighborhood to neighborhood. We’re revisiting a conversation from earlier this year between host Trenae Nuri and comedian and writer Alan Massenburg, who grew up in West Philly, about these regional differences and what turns of phrase let you know someone is really from Philly. Check out Alan’s comedy album, We Got Action. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include Mayor Parker’s new return-to-office policy for city workers and how people are responding to the mandate, as well as updates on the Frank Rizzo statue lawsuit and its possible return. Plus, the local celebrity who has been dubbed “Most Valuable Philadelphian” by the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Jake Blumgart, commercial real estate reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Mike D’Onofrio, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Who’s "The Most Valuable Philadelphian"? Find out here. Mayor Cherelle Parker’s return-to-office policy caused a rift with union leaders. Here’s what could happen next. Scoop: Philadelphia's Frank Rizzo statue may return to supporters We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Summer’s right around the corner, which means that it’s the perfect time to eat outside! Host Trenae Nuri speaks with City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) about the best places to eat and drink al fresco, from patios and sidewalk cafes to breweries and rooftop bars. Places/events mentioned in this episode: Emmy Squared Pizza Irwin’s Attico Rooftop Urban Farmer Assembly Rooftop Lounge Bok Bar Stratus Lounge Sunset Social Moshulu Spirit of Philadelphia Southeast Asian Market Overbrook Night Market Suraya Positano Coast Stina Pizzeria Independence Beer Garden Evil Genius Beer Company SIPS Happy Hour We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly.

While there’s a lot of buzz lately about how Philadelphia will be celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary, local organizations like Historic Philadelphia Inc. have been bringing our rich history to life for decades. As the birthplace of America, after all, history is woven into our streets, buildings, and even people. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Geoffrey Berwind, artistic director and storyteller director at Historic Philadelphia Inc., about how his organization helps keep Philly’s history relevant through creative storytelling. Find out more about the Once Upon a Nation program, which is back for the summer starting this weekend. We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

It’s another midweek news roundup! The team talks about how Philly could be losing its spot as the sixth largest city in the country, as well as the curfews city lawmakers are proposing. Plus, the City Cast Philly team is testing their knowledge with the weekly news quiz. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Philadelphia could lose its spot as the 6th-biggest U.S. city, census data shows City Council gets curfew-crazy following Kensington Avenue bill Drexel on lockdown as university's president calls for pro-Palestinian encampment to end For more on the effectiveness of curfews on teens here. Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): Most write-in votes in the Philly Democratic presidential primary weren’t for people. Why that signals success for ‘uncommitted.’ American Airlines adds new flights to tropical destinations from PHL for winter season Parker’s Clean and Green cabinet will start major Philly cleanup in June We’re doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey—it’s only 7 minutes long. You’ll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card–and City Cast Philly swag. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

The Philadelphia Housing Authority wants to build 70 affordable housing units on the former site of the University City Townhomes in West Philadelphia, but they’ve hit another snag. This $14 million development needs city funding to move forward, but the project wasn’t listed in Mayor Cherelle Parker’s first budget proposal or her administration’s five-year plan. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing reporter at WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the future of this project. Read Aaron’s reporting here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include the Philadelphia Parking Authority’s crackdown on illegally parked vehicles and a new poll that takes a look at where the presidential candidates stand with PA voters. Plus, what the new Citizens Police Oversight Commission leader, Tonya McClary, plans for the watchdog group. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by two reporters from The Philadelphia Inquirer: political reporter Julia Terruso and criminal justice and law enforcement reporter Rodrigo Torrejón. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: PPA begins issuing tickets, fines amid crackdown on ADA mobility violations in Philadelphia Biden is struggling in Pa. — even with his base — as voters prefer Trump on major issues. Here are takeaways from a new Inquirer/NYT/Siena poll. Philly’s police oversight commission has a new director after a tumultuous year. Here’s what Tonya McClary wants for the agency. Philadelphia Water Department Projects & Construction Email: [email protected] To report construction‑related incidents or issues requiring immediate attention, please call (215) 685‑6300 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Could this be the beginning of the end for lead pipes in Philly? New national regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency are calling for cities across the country to find and map all of their remaining lead pipes by October, and could require them to be replaced within 10 years. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with freelance journalist Zane Irwin about how the city will meet this deadline and the varying opinions on this plan to get lead out of the drinking water. Read Zane’s full story in Grid here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Chinatown is filled with rich history, culture and — of course — food. To give you the best experience possible next time you’re there, we’re revisiting the Chinatown food tour that City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez (@feedingtimetv) took host Trenae Nuri on, running down everything from his favorite Peking duck place to where you can find pastries that look like pieces of fruit. Chinatown businesses mentioned in the episode: Dim Sum Garden Cily Chicken Rice and Thai food Ocean Harbor Terakawa Ramen Nan Zhou Sang Kee Peking Duck House M Kee Lau Kee Tai Lake Ken’s Seafood David's Mai Lai Wah EMei Restaurant Tiger Sugar Prince Tea House A La Mousse Bar-Ly Yakitori Boy Tango Hop Sing Laundromat Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

It’s another midweek roundup! Today’s topics include an update on the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania and the 24-hour cheese vending machine in the Olde Kensington neighborhood. Plus, we test your knowledge with a Philly news quiz. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Police in riot gear arrest 33 protesters, including Penn students, at Gaza Solidarity Encampment Penn implements 'added security' for 2024 Commencement, removes details about student procession Philly Gets Its First 24-Hour Cheese Vending Machine The tech powering Philadelphia’s 24/7 cheese dispensary For more background on the Penn encampment from the Daily Pennsylvanian’s Editor-in-Chief Jared Mitovich, listen here. Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead): How a Restaurant Trademark Battle Erupted Between a Las Vegas and Philly ‘Middle Child’ What to know about the Philadelphia Union’s newest — and youngest — player The Worst Cities To Drive In, Ranked Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

At 2908 W. Diamond Street sits the home of the world-renowned Black painter Henry Ossawa Tanner, who rose to fame in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In 1976, the home was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, but in the decades after it fell into disrepair, culminating in the City of Philadelphia designating it an “unsafe structure” in 2021. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Christopher R. Rogers, co-coordinator of the Friends of the Henry O. Tanner House, about how that group is fighting to preserve this piece of Black history, and his tips for getting started in the process of protecting a historic site in Philly. Keep up with efforts to preserve the Tanner House here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

Hey there! We are excited to share the trailer for a new special limited series from our friends and colleagues at City Cast Denver. If you’re a fan of what we do at City Cast, you’ll want to check it out: You’ve probably heard a story about Congresswoman Lauren Boebert. Like, how she got kicked out of a production of “Beetlejuice” for vaping and groping her date. Or, that time she heckled President Biden during his State of the Union address. Throughout it all, she keeps winning elections and amassing followers, so it’s hard not to watch her meteoric rise and wonder: What does it mean for the future of American Politics? Host Bree Davies and Executive Producer Paul Karolyi have been covering Boebert’s wildest moments on City Cast Denver for years. And with only a month until her make-or-break primary on June 25, they’re talking to former friends and rivals, supporters and detractors, real people throughout Colorado who have been affected by her work in Congress, and hopefully Lauren herself. It’s a new limited series from City Cast, because no matter how you feel about her, you have to admit, it feels like Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose. Subscribe to Lauren Boebert Can’t Lose wherever you get your podcasts. Our first episode drops on May 15.

It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include how the city handled clearing out an encampment of unhoused people in Kensington and why University of Pennsylvania graduate students voted to unionize. Plus, both Pat’s and Jim’s recently finished renovating their storefronts … but who has the better cheesesteak? Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Max Marin, reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza, business reporter at WHYY News. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: Pat's Steaks reopens with chicken cheesesteak on menu Philly police and city workers dismantled a Kensington encampment Wednesday Penn grad workers say ‘we’re part of a national movement’ after union win PECO Imposters and Scams Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

If you’re sniffling and sneezing a lot right now, you’re not alone. Tree and grass pollen numbers are high in the city, and expected to last for a few more weeks. So, we’re revisiting a conversation between executive producer Laura Benshoff and Dr. Marc Goldstein, allergist and immunologist at The Asthma Center, about why allergy season in Philly is starting earlier and earlier each year, how long it will last, and what you can do to find some relief. Check out The Asthma Center’s daily pollen count and sign up for their pollen tracking newsletter here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

You may have heard Mister Softee’s signature jingle coming from a truck in your neighborhood … because it’s ice cream season! So we’re breaking down where to get your next frozen treat fix. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dave Wez, City Cast Philly’s food contributor and creator of Feeding Time TV, about their favorite spots for ice cream, water ice, and gelato. Here’s a list of the spots recommended in this episode: 1-900-ICE-CREAM Milk Jawn Rita’s Italian Ice Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Fairmount Flavors Kook Burger & Bar John's Water Ice Pop's Water Ice King’s Water Ice and Ice Cream George’s Water Ice Chuck’s Philly Vita Philly Fiore Fine Foods Gran Caffè L'aquila The Franklin Fountain Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

It’s another midweek roundup! Today’s topics include the latest from the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania and updates on the lawsuit filed by Philly residents over the city’s makeover of FDR Park. Plus, we test your knowledge with a Philly news quiz. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri is joined by the Daily Pennsylvanian’s Editor-in-Chief Jared Mitovich, executive producer Laura Benshoff, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Here's where things stand one week since Penn ordered the Gaza Solidarity Encampment to disband Following week-long silence from Penn, faculty and admin. work to advance encampment negotiations Lawsuit fails to stop FDR Park renovations Orphans’ Court won’t hear FDR Park lawsuit in win for city, renovation supporters Despite pitched opposition, city begins cutting down heritage trees at FDR Park Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

Philly has long been known as a “city of homeowners,” because more than half of houses here are owner-occupied. But if you’ve never purchased a home before, the process can seem intimidating — and expensive. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Abraham Reyes Pardo, Vice President of the Office of Housing and Diversion Services at the Urban League of Philadelphia, and Mary Harper, Director of Housing at the Urban League of Philadelphia, an organization that does housing counseling and education for first-time buyers. They break down all the steps in the process, share tips for budgeting, and explain resources to get money to help you buy that first house. Resources mentioned in this episode: Urban League of Philadelphia First Time Homebuyer Webinars Philly First Home Program Keystone Forgivable in Ten Years Loan Program (K-FIT) Revitalizing Neighborhoods and Increasing Homeownership program (RNIH) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include why one Philly School Board nomination is still in limbo and the newest plan to move the Greyhound bus station (again). Plus, Wawa is creeping in on Sheetz territory. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Carly Sitrin, Philadelphia bureau chief for Chalkbeat, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: Wawa entering Central Pennsylvania market in challenge to Sheetz Philadelphia mayor plans to go over City Council’s head, put contested nominee on school board As the bus turns: New proposal for intercity bus stop is Old City parking garage Lifeguards in demand in Philadelphia Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

Mayor Cherelle Parker made it clear: “not one city dollar” under her administration will fund syringe exchange programs — a big pivot from previous mayors. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Courtenay Harris Bond, a health reporter for PhillyVoice, about the history of these programs in Philly and why some public health experts warn that losing them could cause a surge in new HIV cases. Read Courtenay’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community. We’re SO over last month's rainy weather. It’s time for some sun and outdoor fun in Philly! In today's episode, you’ll hear our best tips for enjoying May in the city, from the hottest food festivals to four free events you won’t find elsewhere. And, if you loved producer Abby Fritz’s food pick in this episode, don’t miss her recent list of Philly Dessert Pop-Ups You Have to Try. For even more tips on how to make the most of May in Philly, check out a written list of what to do this month written by our Hey Philly newsletter Editor. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

We’re back with a fresh midweek news roundup. We’re catching you up on the pro-Palestinian campus protests cropping up in our area and Philly’s latest efforts to reduce carbon emissions from SEPTA buses and government buildings. Plus, we’ve got a news quiz to test your Philly knowledge. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast executive producer Laura Benshoff and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Student protests over the Israel-Hamas war roil US campuses ahead of graduations Penn protest: Philly councilmember says school's president won't take her calls; protesters warned they're trespassing Pro-Palestinian protesters say Penn's Gaza Solidarity encampment will remain until demands are met Bryn Mawr College Students Set Up Palestine Liberation Encampment Live Updates: Students Occupy Parrish Lawn in Support of Palestine Philadelphia begins powering City Hall and the airport by a solar array 100 miles away SEPTA retires its last all-diesel bus, debuts new hydrogen-powered electric buses Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

Mother’s Day is coming up, and whether it's the mothers in your life who need to be pampered or just you, Philly has a ton of wellness experiences to choose from. To help you pick the best one for your budget, we’re revisiting a conversation between host Trenae Nuri and Imani Harris, a lifestyle content creator on TikTok and Instagram, about the best affordable spas, 6D massage chairs, and hot yoga in the city. Here’s a list of the wellness destinations mentioned in this episode: Joseph Anthony Spa and Salon (multiple locations) AWAY Spa at the W Hotel (Center City) The Spa at the Four Seasons Hotel (Center City) Heyday (Rittenhouse) DTXFY (Manayunk) Nirvana Wellness Medspa (Northern Liberties) Soul Haum Yoga (Brewerytown) Muse Yoga & Fitness (Fairmount) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include how the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office used an off-budget checking account to buy ammunition, stun guns, and a $9,000 mascot costume, and how Sixers fans are feeling about officiating errors during playoff games against the Knicks. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by William Bender, investigative reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer, and O.J. Spivey, sports writer for The Philadelphia Tribune. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: Are we all saying “Passyunk” wrong? Ammo, DJs, a $9,000 mascot: Inside the Philly sheriff’s ‘slush fund’ spending NBA admits several officiating errors in the final two minutes of the Sixers’ Game 2 loss to the Knicks Check if there are errors on your mail-in ballot here and correct them here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

Hot chicken might be synonymous with Nashville, but it’s taking over Philly. This style of fried chicken has a signature “dry” spice paste on the outside that packs a punch. In this poultry showdown, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly food contributor Dave Wez chow down on food from one local hot chicken spot, and discuss their other favorite places to get this Nashville-style specialty. Hot chicken restaurants mentioned in the episode: Hangry Joe’s Hot Chicken Asad’s Hot Chicken Dave’s Hot Chicken Bud & Marilyn’s OK Hot Chicken Love & Honey Fried Chicken Hot Clucks Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

Psst... check out major results from yesterday's primary election in today's edition of the Hey Philly newsletter. Want to dine outdoors in the nice spring weather? You might’ve noticed that many of the city’s pandemic-era outdoor dining structures, or “streeteries,” have disappeared. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ali Mohsen, food and drink reporter at Billy Penn, about why this is — and which city officials are now taking steps to cut red tape and bring more streeteries back. Read more of Ali’s reporting here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

We’re back with a midweek news roundup. Today’s topics include University City District’s proposal to put a bi-level water park along the Schuylkill River, and why a city council committee grilled Mayor Cherelle Parker’s school board nominees last week. Plus, we’ve got a three-questions news quiz to test your knowledge of more local headlines. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly’s producer, and Asha Prihar, our Hey Philly newsletter editor. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Water park with pool and beach are envisioned for Schuylkill riverfront near 30th Street Station Charter school debate dominates Philadelphia school board nominees’ hearing Philly school board showdown: 8 nominees move forward, but the fate of 1 is unclear Check out our primary voter guide (you can read or listen!) Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

It’s Earth Day – a holiday to celebrate the natural world and bring attention to environmental issues. One way to observe is by greening your space, so the City Cast Philly team has pulled together tons of resources to get you started. We run down the best local plant sales, where to get deals on indoor and outdoor plants, and resources for getting started if you’re a new gardener. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by executive producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz. Here’s a list of the plant sales, shops, and resources mentioned in the episode: The 4th annual Big Ass Plant Sale and Market Bartram’s Garden Shop and classes Haverford College Arboretum Spring Plant Sale The Penn State Master Gardeners of Philadelphia County Plant Sale Philadelphia Orchard Project Spring Open House & Plant Sale Produce Junction Home Depot Lowe’s R&R Produce Urban Jungle and their nursery Good Host Plants Chloris and Prase Vault & Vine Foliage Plant Boutique West Philly Tool Library Haverford College Arbor Day Tree Planting Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.

It’s the Friday News Roundup! Today’s topics include: why there's an arrest warrant out for state Rep. Kevin Boyle, whether Philly will get its own WNBA team in the near future, and a new crackdown on ‘crazy driving’ on North Broad. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Gillian McGoldrick, reporter covering Pennsylvania state government for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism: A warrant has been issued for State Rep. Kevin Boyle’s arrest House Democrats take step toward expelling State. Rep. Kevin Boyle Philadelphia considered for WNBA expansion Philly police launch crackdown on ‘crazy driving’ and illegal parkers along North Broad Street Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.