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Pennsylvania’s laws can sometimes feel like they were written for another time. That’s because many of them were. From a ban on fishing with dynamite, to a prohibition on fortune-telling for money, we get into some of the weirdest state laws still on the books. Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris and Harrison Cann, reporter at City & State PA. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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 round up! Host Trenae Nuri talks with Lizzy McLellan Ravitch, workplace reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Sophia Schmidt, environmental reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly. They discuss a looming UPS strike and what it could mean for thousands of workers in our region, as well as what we’ve learned about the recent deadly flash flood in Bucks County. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Philly UPS workers have been preparing for a possible strike Climate scientists say extreme rain behind deadly Bucks County flood is becoming more frequent Ranking Philly’s Most Iconic Treats 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.

Imagine waking up one day and looking out your window to see 20 dinosaurs mounted on a roof of a nearby skyscraper. This isn’t a joke. Host Trenae Nuri and Stephanie Farr, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, chat about why there are enormous sculptures of prehistoric creatures on an apartment building in Center City, and what weird pop-ups like this say about our city. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

Philly was recently named the 4th Best Place to Bike in America, according to PeopleForBikes, a nonprofit that focuses on bike safety and access. But is Philly actually bike friendly? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Stuart Leon and Zach Leon, bicycle crash and safe street lawyers in Philadelphia, and Dillon Mast, paralegal at Stuart Leon Bicycle Crash Law, about how cyclists can stay safe in Philly streets. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

From Peanut Chews to Tastykakes, pretzels to water ice, Philly is home to some great treats. In this show from March, host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz taste and grade their favorite local snacks. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

Philadelphia uses a private law firm, known as the landlord-tenant officer, and private security companies, to carry out many evictions. This practice has come under fire recently after two attempted evictions resulted in private security officers shooting off their weapons. In one case, a tenant was shot in the head and had to be rushed to the hospital. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter with WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about why the city handles evictions this way, and what changes Here’s a link to Aaron’s story. Worried about getting evicted? Call the Philly Tenant Hotline at (267) 443-2500. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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 round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn, and Erin McCarthy, consumer reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss how to stay cool during the summer, how travelers are dealing with the new Greyhound Bus stop location, and why some families are getting priced out of Jersey shore vacation home rentals. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Greyhound’s bus station move leads to dead-end on Cuthbert and crowds of customers on Market Priced out of the Jersey Shore: Some travelers opt for all-inclusive resorts instead as rental costs soar The Philadelphia Fire Department is hiring 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 had some wild weather this summer. There’s been a drought watch, downpours, as well as killer heat and humidity. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Frank Kummer, regional environmental reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, about how climate change drives all different kinds of extreme weather we feel in Philly. Read more of Frank’s reporting here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

All summer long, we’ve talked about music festivals, free events and places to eat. Add a dance show to your list! Philly has a strong, innovative dance community. Host Trenae Nuri and Charles Tyson Jr., City Cast Philly’s arts and culture contributor, talk about some of the must see dance performances taking stage in the city this summer. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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 no secret Philly gets unbearably hot in the summer. So every year, people find a place to swim in a nearby creek in the Wissahickon Valley Park in Northwest Philly called Devil’s Pool. But it’s totally against park rules to swim in the creek. Host Trenae Nuri and Ben Seal, freelance reporter for Grid Philly, discuss why are people still going in the water. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

In West Philly’s Spruce Hill, homeowners are hoping that the third time’s the charm to get the area declared a historic district, in order to protect its vast collection of Victorian homes from demolition. However, this plan isn’t popular with everyone in the neighborhood. The student housing companies that own many of these properties want to keep their options open for future development, and some homeowners worry about increased maintenance costs. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Jake Blumgart, commercial real estate reporter with the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the fight over the future of this neighborhood. You can read Jake’s story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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 round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ellie Rushing, criminal justice reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia. They discuss what we know about this week’s mass shooting in the Kingsessing neighborhood, how gun violence is trending in the city overall, and how Bucks County prosecutors busted an allegedly multimillion-dollar catalytic converter theft ring. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: The Kingsessing mass shooting suspect told police the rampage was an attempt to fight gun violence, sources say Halfway through 2023, shootings are down and more killings are solved. But trauma persists. Philly tow company snared in catalytic converter theft ring Philadelphia files lawsuit to crack down on ghost guns Financial assistance for businesses impacted by the I-95 temporary closure in Northeast Philadelphia Want some more Philly news? 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

McGlinchey’s Bar is a long-standing dive on South 15th Street in Center City. It’s also one of the few bars that still allows customers to smoke, despite a 2008 ban on smoking in most indoor spaces. Host Trenae Nuri sits down with Ali Mohsen, food and beverage reporter for Billy Penn, and Sheldon Sokol, co-owner of McGlinchey’s Bar, about the culture and policies that are keeping Philly's smoking bars alive, and why they'll likely die off in the next couple of decades. Read Ali’s full story here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

Philadelphia is known for the Rocky statue, the Liberty Bell and cheesesteaks. But this city also has Philbert the Pig, and a bunch of other weird and fun places to visit. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dylan Thuras, co-founder of Atlas Obscura, a website devoted to finding the most remarkable places around the world, about his recommendations in 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.

Not all roads in Pennsylvania lead to getting a vanity plate green lit. Host Trenae Nuri joins City Cast Pittsburgh’s Megan Harris and Elizabeth Kauma to break down what phrases, acronyms or combination of up to seven letters and numbers get rejected by the state when it comes to personalized license plates. This episode aired in March 2023. Did the episode inspire you to get a vanity plate? You can apply for a personal licensed plate using this Penndot form, and you can find more information on the process here. Make sure to check the state’s Do Not Issue list before you apply, so you don’t waste time and money on a plate that will get rejected. Can you set off fireworks in Philadelphia? What to know about the rules and regs in advance of July 4 Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter for The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Meir Rinde, investigative reporter at Billy Penn. They discuss why the conservative school board group Moms for Liberty is hosting a summit in Philly this weekend, the new temporary lanes on I-95, and some alternative walking tours in the city that explore more than just colonial history. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Temporary I-95 lanes are open for traffic; Philly mascots are among the first to cross What to know about Moms for Liberty, the book-ban backers hosting a summit in Philly this week Alt Philly history: Walking tours to explore the city’s diverse cultural heritage Yeho Bostick Celebration of Life Free Stuff To Do This Summer in Philly Your Guide to the Perfect Phillies Game Your Guide to Philly Concerts This Summer Dog-Friendly Philadelphia Summer Events What to Eat in Philly This Summer 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

July 4th is a big deal, especially here in Philadelphia. This city is the birthplace of the nation, and its former capital. Our streets carry years of history and tradition. Host Trenae Nuri chats with City Cast Philly lead producer Laura Benshoff and producer Abby Fritz about all the ways Philly celebrates the Independence Day! Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

From music to binoculars to cake pans, your Philly library card can be used to check out way more than books. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Christine Caputo, youth services administrator and city programming manager at the Free Library of Philadelphia, about all your local library branch has to offer. Find your closest library here. Other links from the episode: Listen back to our episode about Philly’s Alternative to Locking People Up. Vote for the name of Philly's public restroom pilot project. 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.

From the meadows of FDR Park to the Belmont Plateau, Philly has some amazing green spaces. There’s more than 10,000 acres of park land and lots to do there. Host Trenae Nuri talks with John Sigmund, public programs manager at the Fairmount Park Conservancy about all of the different kinds of activities available at your local park. This episode originally aired March 22, 2023. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

Downtown Market East has seen a lot of changes over the past few years. New restaurants, office spaces, and apartments are popping up. Even the 76ers have their eyes on this neighborhood. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Ben Seal, freelancer reporter for Billy Penn, about what new development is still coming to Market East and why businesses are so attracted to this side of town. You can read Ben’s full story here. Check out the Philadelphia Bookstore Map! 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 round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Maggie Mancini, staff writer at Philly Voice, and Kimberly Haas, staff writer at Hidden City. They discuss how speed cameras on Roosevelt Blvd could become permanent, Pennsylvania House passes a bill to raise minimum wage in the state, and new landmarks are added to the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Bagels & Co. set to open new shops in Rittenhouse, Brewerytown Pennsylvania House passes bill to raise minimum wage to $15 by 2026 Speed cameras on Roosevelt Boulevard could become permanent under new bill Two African American Landmarks, Wharton Hall, and Others Added to the Philadelphia Register Also, check out the University City Historical Society and the Philadelphia Historical Commission. 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

This is the final episode of our Summer Entertainment Guide, where we help you make sense of summer’s overwhelming options for how to spend your days. In Philly, there’s no shortage of unique experiences and free events happening. Host Trenae Nuri and City Cast Philly producer Abby Fritz chat about free movie nights, museum tours, and groups to join in the city. We mentioned earlier episodes on birding and roller skating in Philly — check them out for even more recs! You can find the full list of places and events we mentioned 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.

Have you ever gone down a Philly sidewalk and suddenly there was a giant construction barrier — and you had to risk your life moving into the street just to take a detour? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Inga Saffron, Pulitzer Prize-winning architecture critic at the Philadelphia Inquirer, about why she says our sidewalks are such a mess. This episode originally aired on March 7, 2023. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

Summer brings great weather, time outside, and, of course, great food. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Dave Wez, creator of the food blog Feeding Time TV, about what’s on the menu at some of his favorite happy hours, places to grab oysters, and water ice spots. Plus, he gives recommendations on how to impress your guests at the next cookout. 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. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Denise Clay-Murray, City Cast Philly political contributor and co-host of The Philadelphia Hall Monitor, and Thomas Fitzgerald, transportation reporter at The Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the I-95 rebuild, safety concerns on SEPTA, and City Council plans to hold hearings on the proposed Roosevelt Boulevard subway line. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: A temporary fix to I-95 in Philly is underway, but officials can’t yet say how long it will take Truckers mourn the death of Nathan Moody after I-95 bridge fire Regional Rail ridership up 12% on some lines in wake of I-95 collapse Roosevelt Boulevard subway project poised to get City Council hearings following I-95 collapse White Starbucks Manager Fired Amid Furor Over Racism Wins $25 Million No-teenager zones increase in Philly New rules in Ocean City focused on teen behavior go into effect immediately 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.

For the next installment of our Summer Entertainment Guide, where we help you make the most of this season. Host Trenae Nuri chats with O.J. Spivey, Philadelphia Tribune sports contributor, about the best way to enjoy a Phillies game at Citizens Bank Park. Take Me Out to The Ballgame was performed by Kevin MacLeod. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

A tanker truck caught fire beneath I-95 Sunday morning, causing the north bound lanes of the highway to collapse. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro issued a disaster declaration. Repairs are expected to take months. It’s left the Northeast Philly region in a traffic nightmare. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Danya Henninger, director and editor at Billy Penn, about the impact this has been on the surrounding neighborhoods and businesses, drivers, and SEPTA commuters. Vote for the best Herr’s Flavored By Philly flavor here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

Michelin's Green Guide, a French tourism guide, recently gave Philly an interesting honor. It named our city the Frenchest American city. How did we beat out New Orleans? Host Trenae Nuri talks with Stephanie Farr, columnist at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about Philly’s French connection. Stephanie’s full story is here. Read the latest on the bridge collapse on I-95. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

Pools are a quintessential part of summer, but Philly’s pools have been struggling. It is not because people don’t want to to go to them, but because they can’t find the staff. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Alex Hughes-Taylor, Aquatics Director at Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, and Robin Borlandoe, a retiree-turned-Philadelphia lifeguard who has been trying to solve the staffing shortage. The city has a pool finder. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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 round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, Frank Kummer, environmental reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer and Anthony Wood, environmental reporter covering the atmosphere at the Philadelphia Inquirer. They discuss the city’s air quality from Canadian wildfires, mayoral candidates want to do debates before the general election in November and why the city is denying block party permits. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: More smoke forecast for Philly’s skies today; city says to avoid going outdoors, unnecessary driving At ‘purple,’ it’s the most unhealthful day for air quality in Philadelphia since 2008. What does that mean? Canadian smoke is filling Philly’s skies and is expected to linger through Wednesday Philadelphia mayoral candidate wants to debate Philadelphia denying block parties over public safety threats Philly’s Cooling Resources Map 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 is on it’s way here and so is the stress of trying to fit in absolutely every warm-weather activity you dreamed about all winter. We’re gonna try to make things a little easier - over the next three weeks, you’ll be hearing our Summer Entertainment Guide, recommendations for what to do in this city, and how to have the best time doing them. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Evon Burton, creative director of The Anderson Street Project, about concerts and festivals happening in Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. One more thing… we’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast Philly an even better, more useful podcast for you. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 5 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. 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.

A Philadelphia Police Department pilot program, that refers people to social services instead of jail, is set to expand to the entire city this summer. The Police Assisted Diversion (PAD) started in Kensington in 2017 and has been successful, with only 8.5% of people who get into the program committing another crime after going through it. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Christina Griffith, contributing editor for the Philadelphia Citizen, about who qualifies for this program and if the city is ready for the expansion of PAD. Read Christina’s full story here. Here’s a list of Neighborhood Energy Centers. Center City District SIPS kicks off tonight. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

Philly Beer Week is happening! Many of the top craft brewers in the country are right here in Pennsylvania. Host Trenae Nuri joins City Cast Pittsburgh host Megan Harris to talk and sample the best beers in the Commonwealth. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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. One more thing… we’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast Philly an even better, more useful podcast for you. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it’s only 5 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. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

A new analysis by the online real estate brokerage company Redfin found buying a home is slightly cheaper than renting in four U.S. metro areas: Philadelphia, Detroit, Cleveland and Houston. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Michaelle Bond, residential real estate reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer, about the pros and cons of buying or renting a home in Philly. Read Michaelle’s full story here. First time home buyers can check out the the Philly First Home Program. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by City Cast Philly arts & culture contributor, Charles Tyson, Jr., and PhillyVoice staff writer Maggie Mancini. They discuss Philly Pride festivities, Temple University’s new public safety plan, and a free sunscreen program now at Pennsylvania's state parks. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Temple University should include North Philly community in its new safety plan, proposed City Council resolution says Philly Pride, a contentious event in recent years, is scheduled for June 4, 2023 Philly Pride March and Festival: Here's the parade route, road closures and other event details Odunde Festival Philly Pride 365 Galaei. The Philadelphia Juneteenth Parade and Festival To prevent skin cancer, free sunscreen is available at 46 Pennsylvania state parks this summer When all the campaign signs in Philly will come down Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. One more thing... We’re doing a survey to learn more about our listeners, so we can make City Cast Philly an even better show. We’d be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey. You’ll be doing us a big favor, so anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card. Thanks so much! 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.

Six school buildings have closed due to asbestos this year, and the School District of Philadelphia is scrambling to inspect more before the next school year. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Dale Mezzacappa, senior reporter at Chalkbeat Philadelphia, about what the risk is for students and staff, and why this keeps happening in Philly. Read more of Dale’s reporting here. And, please take our audience survey! It's at citycast.fm/survey, and only takes about five minutes to complete. You’ll be doing us a big favor, so everyone who finishes it will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card! Thank you for helping us grow. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

SEPTA is updating the Key system. Those are the electronic “smart cards” that replaced tokens and paper passes. But, that initial rollout took years and ran into tons of problems along the way. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Jordan Levy, general assignment reporter for Billy Penn, about what we can learn from past transit mistakes and what riders want. Read Jordan’s full story here. And, please take our audience survey! It's at citycast.fm/survey, and takes about five minutes to complete. You’ll be doing us a big favor, so everyone who finishes it will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card! Thank you for helping us grow. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

If you grew up in Philly, you probably took a field trip to the Liberty Bell, City Hall or even the Betsy Ross house. This is American history that gets talked about a lot. But there are other important local figures you may have never heard about. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samip Mallick, executive director of South Asian American Digital Archive, about how he documents and shares the stories of South Asian Americans who lived in Philly and changed the world. To learn more about the "Revolution Remix" walking tours, visit: https://www.saada.org/walkingtour Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Ali Mohsen, food and drink reporter at Billy Penn, and Sophia Schmidt, environment reporter at WHYY. They discuss how the city is trying to clean up dirty air from factories, how to cool off at Philly’s 90 sprinkler parks, and where to eat this Memorial Day weekend. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Philadelphia changed how it regulates toxic air pollution. Here are 3 things to know 90 spraygrounds open this weekend to keep Philadelphians cool Top picks for Memorial Day weekend food and fun if you’re staying in Philly Want some more Philly news? Make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! You can find us at @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

What do the Grays Ferry, Fairmount, and Tioga neighborhoods have in common? Taney Street, named for the author of one of the most racist U.S. Supreme Court decisions in history. Neighbors have voted to rename the street after Caroline LeCount, known as “Philly’s Rosa Parks,” for her work to integrate streetcars here in the 1860s. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Samaya Brown, a member of the Rename Taney Coalition, about the years-long fight to get the street renamed, and what's holding up the change. This episode originally aired February 6th. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

Philly has more than 4,000 murals, and claims the title “Mural Capital of the World.” But these public art pieces are being destroyed without warning, whether it’s South Philly’s famous Isaiah Zagar mosaics or murals representing the communities they’re located in. Lead producer Laura Benshoff talks with muralist, Shira Walinsky, and Streets Dept lead contributor, Eric Dale, about why this is happening more frequently and ways Philly could change the conversation around mural ownership. To support the work Streets Dept does, donate to patreon.com/streetsdept. To find some of Shira Walinsky’s more recent work, there’s an event on June 10 to launch a new partnership between Mural Arts, SEPTA, and local parks. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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 prime time to eat outdoors! During the pandemic, more than 800 Philly restaurants set up spaces to serve guests outside. Now, it’s a little harder to find a place to enjoy a meal in the sunshine. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Ben Fileccia from the Pennsylvania Restaurant and Lodging Association about how city regulations closed down many of these dining patios. Plus, he shares tons of recommendations for where you can still eat and drink outside this summer. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

The remains of 50 unhoused Philadelphians will be laid to rest at Mount Peace Cemetery in North Philadelphia on Tuesday, May 23rd. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Michele Wexler, program manager of homeless services at the Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services, and Quibila Divine, Chief Program Officer at SELF, Inc, about providing dignity for the remains of citizens who may been neglected during their lifetimes. Donate to the Lester Ross Memorial Fund here. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Chris Palmer, criminal justice and law enforcement reporter at the Philadelphia Inquirer, and Lauren Cristella, Interim President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) at The Committee of 70. We discuss how two men broke out of the Philadelphia Industrial Correctional Center, this week's historic primary election, and the Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Love Your Park Week. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: The second man who escaped from a Philadelphia jail last week was captured Wednesday morning, police say How did two prisoners escape from a Philly jail? As the search continues, an investigation is looking for answers. How Cherelle Parker won the primary: Black voters, a boost from labor, and a personal story of Philly grit After a Race Centered on Gun Violence, Cherelle Parker Wins Philadelphia Democratic Mayoral Primary Everything you need to know about Love Your Park Week 2023 Here’s your guide to all the fun activities you can get into this season at Fairmount Park. Pizza Places mentioned in this episode: Down Norf Joe’s Pizza Philly Pizza Shackamaxon

Is it a sweet riesling type of night? Or a boxed wine brunch Sunday? With Philly’s 300+ BYOB restaurants, you can pick the best alcoholic beverage to pair with some great food. To help break down the options, host Trenae Nuri chatted with Arindam Basu, molecular scientist and educator at Wine & Spirit Education Trust, about the city’s best restaurants to bring-your-own-beverage to and what drink he would pair with their menu. This episode originally aired in February. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

City Cast Philly is in your feed a little later this morning to bring you the most up-to-date results of the 2023 primary election. Host Trenae Nuri, lead producer Laura Benshoff, and producer Abby Fritz break down the winners, turnout and what we can expect for the general election in November. Want to check out the returns yourself? You can look at Philadelphia races at vote.phila.gov, and statewide contests at electionreturns.pa.gov. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

Philly may lose more than 10,000 federally-backed affordable housing units in the next decade. To try to slow that trend, Philadelphia City Council has passed a package of bills aimed at making it harder to convert them into more profitable, market-rate homes. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Aaron Moselle, housing and community development reporter for WHYY’s PlanPhilly, about the battle between affordable housing and rising rents. Find your polling place on Atlas. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.

Tuesday is the big primary election in Philadelphia we’ve all been gearing up for. If you haven’t been paying much attention until now, we got you. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Asha Prihar, general assignment reporter at Billy Penn, and Katie Meyer, government editor and reporter at Spotlight PA, to break down your ballot. Want more information to make your picks? Here are some resources that Asha and Katie mention in the episode: Procrastinator’s Guide to the 2023 primary election in Philly MEET YOUR MAYOR: A political matchmaking quiz for Philly voters Pa. primary election 2023: How to vote, where to vote, and everything you need to know for May 16 League of Women Voters guide Pennsylvania Bar Association Judicial Evaluation Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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 round up! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Alan Yu, science reporter at WHYY’s The Pulse, and Jeff Gammage, immigration reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer. We discuss why more immigrants arrived by bus from Texas to Philly, why the Mütter Museum takes down all its online exhibits, and how to get $25 concert tickets. Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: Philly receives first bus of immigrants from Texas in four months, readies for more arrivals Why did the Mütter Museum take down all their YouTube videos and online exhibits? Penn Medicine residents voted to unionize, creating the biggest new union in Philadelphia in more than 50 years Where Philly's mayoral candidates stand on "Savesies": Pro/con Live Nation Concert Week: How to Get $25 Tickets to Philly-Area Concerts Apply for a PlayStreet 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.

Mother’s Day is a national celebration, but it was founded by Anna Jarvis in Philadelphia. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Patricia Madej, senior digital editor at The Philadelphia Inquirer, about the history of this special day and why Anna might have hated your brunch plans. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter. 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.