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Back to Search10 Ways To Celebrate Black History Month in Philly
We're devoting a whole episode to Black History Month events in Philly because there's just so much to celebrate! Host Trenae Nuri talks with City Ca…
2 years, 5 months ago
1,000s of Tires Are Dumped in Philly Every Year
Last year, 3,000 old tires were pulled out of the Schuylkill River, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. And Philly’s tire trash problem is…
2 years, 5 months ago
The 8 Best Soups in Philly Right Now
The snow has melted and Punxsutawney Phil, the state’s official groundhog, has signaled an early spring is on the way. But for now, it’s still sweate…
2 years, 5 months ago
I-95 Versus South Philly
PennDOT is gearing up to redo the portion of I-95 in Philly that runs from the Ben Franklin Bridge to the Walt Whitman Bridge. But, initial proposals…
2 years, 5 months ago
Philly's Giant Beating Heart, PPD Shootings & SEPTA Funding Proposal
It’s the Friday News Roundup! This week’s topics: the Franklin Institute’s Giant Heart display turns 70, the controversy over a police-involved shoot…
2 years, 5 months ago
Your Guide to February in Philly
Happy February 1st! The City Cast Philly team is bringing you our recommendations for activities, food/drinks, free events, and Valentine’s Day plans…
2 years, 5 months ago
PA Supreme Court's Abortion Ruling, Explained
Earlier this week, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a ruling related to abortion access. Technically, the case before the court was about Medica…
2 years, 5 months ago
Why City Council Is Looking Into the Office of Homeless Services
Philly’s Office of Homeless Services is facing scrutiny over a bunch of issues: confusion over where to send folks during recent cold and snowy weath…
2 years, 5 months ago
Passyunk Ave’s Coffee Shop Lease Drama
News that a beloved coffee shop on Passyunk Avenue is losing its space has some neighbors boiling over. The landlord says the shop, Black N Brew, has…
2 years, 5 months ago
Predatory Towing, the New 'SEPTA Metro,' and Embiid Busts Record
It’s the Friday News Roundup! Listen to hear about the Sixers’ Joel Embiid’s historic 70-point game, SEPTA's updated branding and new countdown clock…
2 years, 5 months ago