It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about what’s inside the new state budget, Pennsylvania politics down at the U.S. Capitol, Mayor Cherelle Parker getting rid of diversity requirements for city contracts, the former Philadelphia Art Museum CEO is suing over her termination, the death of the penny, and where a new red light camera is located. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also talk about ideas for the future of Market East.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Pennsylvania’s top leaders have reached a $50.1 billion state budget deal, signaling a breakthrough in impasse Fetterman calls Shapiro too driven by "political ambition" in new book ‘We have set money on fire’: Pennsylvania budget impasse costs Philadelphia school district millions Philly-area U.S. House members express displeasure over Senate deal to reopen federal government Philadelphia is halting the use of some diversity targets in city contracts as national DEI backlash grows Recently Ousted Director of Philadelphia Art Museum Sues Over Her Dismissal Philly and the penny have a history; here are 8 things you should know I have an idea for Market East! Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

Times are tough, Philly. But you can still get out and have an excellent meal for cheap. Host Trenae Nuri and our City Cast Philly food contributor, Alisha Miranda, show you how to eat in Philly for $25 or less. Listen with the Notes app on your phone open, because there are a ton of recommendations in this show.  Where are you eating for cheap? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 For more food news and recs, subscribe to our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

Hundreds of commuters rely on SEPTA, but it’s been battling challenges at every turn. The transit agency faces a federal deadline to inspect its fleet of Regional Rail cars, which have repeatedly caught fire. The labor contract with its largest employees union has expired. And long-term funding needs are still unfilled by the state legislature. But Scott Sauer, general manager of SEPTA, tells host Trenae Nuri that the transit agency is “going to be okay.” Sauer explains the latest with the inspections, shares his plans for 2026 tourism, and offers a vision for the agency going forward. How’s your commute? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

For the last decade, researcher Chris Gibbons has worked to identify each and every person from the storied Roman Catholic High School who died in World War I. Why? For Veterans Day, Trenae Nuri revisits her conversation with Gibbons about the men who fought and died in a now largely forgotten war, and why it’s so important to commemorate their sacrifices.  This episode originally aired on April 10, 2025.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

How is artificial intelligence used by the Philadelphia Police, the Philadelphia Parking Authority, and City Hall? AI has been integrated into many aspects of city government, from issuing parking tickets to operating drones. Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Meir Rinde, investigative reporter for Billy Penn, about how our local government is using AI to address problems and why there are concerns about our AI future. Read Meir's full story here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Fitler Club Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about the relatively high voter turnout in this week’s election and what that says about Philly (and Trump). Plus: SEPTA has new challenges, hotel workers have a new contract, 76ers Joel Embiid isn’t playing much (but just sold his penthouse), and did the termination of the CEO of the Philadelphia Art Museum have something to do with DEI? Host Trenae Nuri and Matt Katz, executive producer of City Cast Philly, also tell you what’s going on this weekend, from a free breakfast to the Rocky Run.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Sasha Suda Out as CEO of the Philadelphia Art Museum The Philadelphia Art Museum rebrand surprised locals and board members. Is it as bad as some say? The Museum Will Welcome You Now After a brutal year, SEPTA and its largest union are negotiating a new contract — again 76ers star Joel Embiid fined $50,000 for lewd gesture Joel Embiid's Center City penthouse with rooftop pool sells at discount for $3.6M Dugan concedes while lashing out at Krasner: ‘We cannot allow this disaster to continue unchecked’ After landslide win, Philly DA Larry Krasner sidestepped policy details, swiped at Trump, and ignored his opponent And here is some information and resources from the city on the food security emergency:  Philadelphia Food & Meal Finder City of Philadelphia Launches It’s “One Philly (SNAP) Support Plan” Response to Impacts on SNAP Benefits Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

Our Philly accent is having a moment. A Northeast Philly native who does Philly ASMR videos on TikTok is going viral. And the Philly/Delco accent is almost like a character in itself on the hit HBO show “Task.” So we’re revisiting host Trenae Nuri’s hilarious conversation from earlier this year with comedian Lauren S. Daniels, a Philly native who does online skits about Philly and impersonations of Philadelphians.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

District Attorney cruised to a third term on Tuesday against an opponent, Pat Dugan, whom he had already vanquished in the Democratic primary. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz give you the latest on that race – and in the hugely consequential state supreme court retention election – in this Election Day round-up. Plus, a look at the two major local elections in 2026.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

Philly's skyline has everything from the oldest residential homes in the country on Elfreth's Alley to the skyscrapers in Center City to the twin houses of West Philly. Philly's architecture tells stories about its history — if you know where to look. Host Trenae Nuri talks with Chris Hytha, a Philly artist who has been studying and documenting Philly's built world, about the city's most iconic architecture and how to appreciate it. Also, he's rehabbing a rowhome from the 1800s and learning why you never waive inspections.  Follow Chris here to learn more about his work. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

Daylight saving time ended at the start of the month, so the days are shorter with less sunlight. Not to worry, the City Cast Philly has curated a list of events, places to eat, free stuff to do, and ways to get involved in Philly this November. Don't miss the parades, a community cumbia lesson, and an exhibit about death at the library. Plus, make sure to go out and vote tomorrow! Here's a last-minute guide.   For even more tips on how to make the most of November in Philly, check out our newsletter for what to do this month.  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.  Get more Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Fitler Club  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

It’s the Friday News Round up. We offer our guide to Philly’s election next week and explain why these races matter to the city and state. We tell you where to get free food in the city as SNAP benefits run out. Plus, the Philadelphia Parking Authority may renovate the intercity bus terminal and move it back to Filbert Street!?! Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about these stories, where to trick-or-treat, and the viral phrase “6-7.” Our Friday News Roundups are powered by great local journalism:  City Cast Philly Election Guide In case after case, a Philly judge’s behavior and decisions came under fire Your guide to Philadelphia's $91 million streetlight replacement project More than $7 million has poured into the Pa. Supreme Court judicial retention election so far Where To Find Food Pantries in Philly An ‘exuberantly eclectic’ new building is set to open at Chestnut Hill’s Woodmere Museum Why abortion is front and center in Democrats’ messaging on Pa. judicial retention Dictionary.com’s 2025 Word of the Year Is… Greyhound bus terminal will return to Filbert Street after two years of tumult Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this October 31st episode: Penn Live Arts Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

A new mural was unveiled this month on the Sansom Street side of the Philadelphia Film Society Center called “Films Shaped by a City,” featuring many Philly films like The Sixth Sense, 12 Monkeys, and Trading Places. So we’re listening back to our conversation with local film critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams from The MICHEAUX MISSION podcast, about our favorite Philly films.  What’s your favorite Philly movie? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Penn Live Arts Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

State Rep. Joanna McClinton runs Pennsylvania’s House. She’s a Philly Democrat and Speaker of the House of Representatives for the commonwealth, the top legislative Democrat in the state. And that means she’s one of the very few people involved in negotiations over our state budget. That budget was due back on July 1st. But the legislature still hasn’t passed it, and the consequences are dire. What’s going on? McClinton tells host Trenae Nuri what’s happening in Harrisburg.  Have you been affected by the state budget stalemate? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

Mayor Cherelle Parker has been quiet about President Trump's policies targeting cities. Some Philadelphians may want her to be more vocal, but does speaking out pose risks? Denise Clay-Murray, co-host of Philadelphia Hall Monitor, and City Cast Philly political contributor Lauren Vidas talk with host Trenae Nuri about how and why the mayor is pulling her punches when it comes to the president.  Your thoughts on the mayor? Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Penn Live Arts University of Pennsylvania  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

Cities across the country have been reeling because of heightened immigration enforcement. So, how are Philly's immigrant communities being impacted? Peter Pedemonti, co-director of New Sanctuary Movement –  a faith-based organization – works to educate, advocate, and protect families.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode: Penn Live Arts  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

Thousands of households across Philly could soon have their SNAP benefits pulled due to the federal government shutdown. We're talking about that and the ongoing case of Kada Scott, how City Council is cracking down on smoke shops, and the Eagles welcoming back Brandon Graham. Host Trenae Nuri and producer Abby Fritz discuss these stories and weekend events on this week's Friday news roundup.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Discovery of Kada Scott’s body at Germantown middle school has reignited debate over the vacant building Due to Federal Shutdown, November SNAP Payments Will Not be Made to Nearly Two Million Pennsylvanians Pa. officials delay LIHEAP because of lack of funding from government shutdown Will SNAP benefits be paid in November? Could unretired Brandon Graham play as soon as Sunday against the Giants? Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly And don’t forget—you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsor of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

On October 27, 1682, Philadelphia was founded by William Penn. At the time it wasn't much more than a rectangle between two rivers – now known as Center City. Over the last 343 years, Philly has expanded to include more neighborhoods in the city limits. But there’s just so many neighborhood names now and they’re constantly changing. We’re revisiting an enduring topic of discussion in Philly: What’s my neighborhood called? The City Cast Philly team came together to discuss some of the interesting names, histories, and stories about how we label neighborhoods in Philly. Plus, City Cast Philly contributor Johnny Goodtimes is quizzing us on how well we all know Philly.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

On the ballot for the Nov. 4 election are a bunch of judges, two candidates for District Attorney, and — maybe most importantly — three Supreme Court justices, who are up for what’s known as “retention.” If they win, they keep their seats and Democrats will continue to control Pennsylvania’s court. If they lose, changes could be on the way on everything from abortion access to election law — potentially affecting congressional and presidential elections for the near future. Mallory Falk from our sister podcast City Cast Pittsburgh talks with SpotlightPA's capitol reporter Stephen Caruso about this race here in the Commonwealth and why so much money is involved. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

Halloween is 10 days away and over in West Philly, Dyresha Harris and her partner, Eo, are creating a special database. It’s called the West Philly Fright Registry, and it shows which houses are doing it big for Halloween. It's a completely community generated list of who’s got the best candy and decorations. Check out the Fright Registry here. And maybe create one for your own neighborhood? Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

The city has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars since 2021 buying one-way bus tickets out of Philly for unhoused people. The voluntary program is described by one city official as Philly’s “most efficient program in ending homelessness.” But what happens after someone gets on that bus? Host Trenae Nuri speaks with Claudia Vargas, NBC10 investigative reporter, and Ali Ingersoll, NBC10 investigative content producer. Read NBC10’s investigation about the program here. And listen to our show about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s H.O.M.E. initiative here. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly You can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Philly Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm. Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: University of Pennsylvania Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise