Kristin Hunt
Kristin Hunt is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice. A history and pop culture junkie, she spends her spare time stalking the Free Library shelves and binge watching TCM. She has previously contributed to Vulture, GQ, Mental Floss, JSTOR Daily, and The Washington Post.
December 30, 2025
Government
New Jersey to raise minimum wage to $15.92, more than double the rate in Pennsylvania
New Jersey will raise its minimum wage to $15.92 beginning Jan. 1. It's the latest in a series of gradual increases since 2018. Pennsylvania has not changed its $7.25 hourly rate, the same as the federal standard, since 2009.December 30, 2025
Business
Dog-friendly bar the Boozy Mutt is closing after two years in business
The Boozy Mutt, a dog-friendly bar in Fairmount, is closing after two years in business. The social club took over the former North Star Bar space in 2023. Its final day is Saturday.December 29, 2025
Investigations
Both pilots in Hammonton helicopter crash have died, police say
Two helicopters collided mid-air after departing Hammonton Municipal Airport on Sunday morning in a fatal crash. Michael Greenberg, 71, was pronounced dead at the scene. Kenneth L. Kirsch, 65, later succumbed to his injuries.December 29, 2025
Celebrities
Beyoncé is the fifth musician to become a billionaire. Two others have ties to the Philly region
Forbes estimates just five musicians are billionaires: Taylor Swift, Jay-Z, Rihanna, Beyoncé and Bruce Springsteen. The New Jersey rocker has disputed the magazine's claims about his net worth.December 26, 2025
Looking Back at 2025
Looking back at 2025: Sixers abruptly uproot Center City arena plan to stay in South Philly
The 76ers were poised to build an arena in Center City, but then announced they're staying in South Philly. The new arena is set to open in 2030.December 26, 2025
Streaming
What to stream: Kumail Nanjiani's stand-up special and 'This Is Spinal Tap'
Need a movie recommendation? Kumail Nanjiani has a new stand-up special, 'Night Thoughts,' on Hulu. 'This Is Spinal Tap,' 'The Talented Mr. Ripley' and 'Polite Society' are also new to streaming platforms for December 2025.December 24, 2025
Shopping
Eagles Super Bowl LIX ring sells for over $124,000 at auction
An Eagles championship ring from Super Bowl LIX recently sold for $124,440 at auction. It belonged to undrafted free agent Laekin Vakalahi, an offensive lineman who was cut from the team in August.December 23, 2025
Music
Lil Uzi Vert plays a famous fashion designer in music video for new single 'What You Saying'
Lil Uzi Vert plays a famous fashion designer in the music video for 'What You Saying,' the first song off the Philly rapper's next album. Supermodel Adriana Lima and celebrity stylist Law Roach cameo along with Marc Jacobs.December 22, 2025
History
There's an anti-cruising sign still standing in Rittenhouse. It reflects the area's complicated queer history.
A sign that still stands on the 2000 block of Delancey Street was installed in 1974 to stop gay men from circling the streets. The story behind the anti-cruising posting is really a reflection of the area's complicated queer history.December 22, 2025
Illness
Flu cases are on the rise in Pennsylvania and New Jersey
Flu cases are rising in the United States, including in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, according to federal and state data. Rates of seasonal influenza and other respiratory illnesses like COVID-19 and RSV are expected to climb through the holidays.
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