Jeff Tomik

Jeff Tomik is an assistant editor. He came to PhillyVoice after 11 years working at The Washington Post, where as a Multiplatform Editor he exercised meticulous copy-editing expertise working on print and digital content. In his previous role as Managing Editor of Express, The Post's daily Metro publication, he led a team covering local, sports, U.S. and world news beats. Jeff also formerly worked as Sports Editor at Express and The Washington Examiner. He graduated from James Madison University with a B.S. degree in journalism.

jefftomik@phillyvoice.com

May 7, 2025

Wellness

WeightWatchers files for bankruptcy to eliminate $1.15 billion in debt as it expands telehealth business

by Jeff Tomik

WeightWatchers has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy to eliminate $1.15 billion in debt as it undergoes a financial reorganization to expand its telehealth business.

May 1, 2025

Recreation

How the Philadelphia Cricket Club spent months preparing for its first PGA Tour event in nearly a decade

by Jeff Tomik

For months, the Philadelphia Cricket Club has been preparing to host its first PGA Tour event in nearly a decade, making sure the Wissahickon Course in Flourtown is in pristine condition when Rory McIlroy comes to defend his title at the Truist Championship next week.

April 24, 2025

Celebrities

Jason Kelce, a jock who wears flip-flops and T-shirts, talks fashion with New York Times

by Jeff Tomik

The New York Times published a feature on Jason Kelce on Thursday, and it was all about fashion. The interview about his Underdog clothing line is the latest example of the former Eagles center's stronghold on the spotlight.

April 23, 2025

Education

Five presidents of local colleges sign statement saying Trump is 'endangering' higher education

by Jeff Tomik

Presidents at Penn, Temple, Villanova, Haverford and Bryn Mawr were among more than 340 higher education leaders that signed a statement condemning the Trump administration for 'unprecedented government overreach and political interference now endangering American higher education.'

April 21, 2025

Government

Five takeaways from Pew's state of Philly report, from population growth to racial disparities

by Jeff Tomik

The annual state of Philadelphia report was released by the Pew Charitable Trust on Monday afternoon. Data on immigration, household income and homelessness reveal some trends in post-pandemic Philly.

March 17, 2025

Government

From avocados to PlayStations: How Trump's tariffs will affect U.S. consumers

by Jeff Tomik

The rollout of President Donald Trump's tariffs has caused uncertainty and confusion as investors, consumers, economists and the general public try to keep track of the latest updates. To better understand the implications, we talked to Josh Mask, an assistant professor in the economics department at Temple University.

March 7, 2025

Demonstrations

Philly Ukrainian Americans 'alternate between grieving and organizing' as U.S. support shifts under Trump

by Jeff Tomik

Philadelphia's Ukrainian American community organizes rallies and demonstrations in response to the Trump administration's pause of military assistance to Ukraine following a contentious White House meeting.

February 13, 2025

Celebrations

Eagles parade by the numbers: From 700 pounds of confetti to 15 jumbotrons

by Jeff Tomik

The Eagles Super Bowl parade takes place Friday. Here are its fact and figures — from the length of the route to the 1 million people expected to attend to the 700 pounds of confetti that's been ordered for the festivities.

January 17, 2025

Food & Drink

At Ten7 Brewing Co., hazy IPAs and flights paired with pretzels have been staples from the start

by Jeff Tomik

Ten7 Brewing Co. has made a name for itself with hazy IPAs and distinctive flight presentations. For Brewer's Choice, head brewer Matt Nitchke discusses the Montgomery County brewery's signature beers and shares his picks for the best brews in the region.

December 20, 2024

Weather

Will Philly have its first white Christmas since 2002?

by Jeff Tomik

Philly's forecast for Wednesday, Dec. 25, has lows just below freezing and a chance of precipitation, but snow isn't expected, and the city's snowless Christmas streak is expected to extend to 22 years. The last time the city had a white Christmas was 2002, when 1.1 inches fell in the area.