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.

kristin@phillyvoice.com

August 19, 2025

Government

Third Philly Phlush location will open in Clark Park this fall

by Kristin Hunt

A third Philly Phlush public restroom will open in Clark Park this fall. The prefabricated unit, dubbed the Portland Loo, contains free tampons, pads, Narcan and a changing table. The new location should be completed by late September.

August 18, 2025

Music

What to expect from Sabrina Carpenter's new album 'Man's Best Friend'

by Kristin Hunt

When is Sabrina Carpenter's new album 'Man's Best Friend' out? We compiled the release date, tracklist, bonus tracks and other information about her seventh studio release — and latest following 'Short 'n Sweet.'

August 18, 2025

Courts

Man who allegedly impersonated ICE agent to rob Philly auto shop will face federal charges

by Kristin Hunt

The man who allegedly impersonated an ICE agent to rob an auto repair shop in Northeast Philly will face two additional charges in federal court. Robert Rosado, 54, could spend up to 23 years in prison.

August 18, 2025

Books

Landlords set their buildings ablaze in the 1970s. A Temple professor explains why in new book

by Kristin Hunt

The new book 'Born in Flames' explores the 1970s arson wave, driven by landlords, white flight and property insurance policies. Author Bench Ansfield is a Temple University professor.

August 15, 2025

Food & Drink

John's Water Ice is giving away 200 free gelatis ahead of Linkin' Park concert this weekend

by Kristin Hunt

John's Water Ice at Seventh and Christian streets is giving out 200 free gelatis Friday and Saturday. The offer is limited to the first 100 customers each day. Linkin' Park sponsored the promotion ahead of their Philly concert.

August 15, 2025

Arts & Culture

A mural of the bald baby JD Vance meme is going up on a Fishtown restaurant

by Kristin Hunt

Philly activists are painting the bald baby JD Vance meme on the side of the Fishtown restaurant Sulimay's. FUBAR PAC, which smashed a Tesla at a protest in May, is a Democratic group aiming to take back the House in 2026.

August 15, 2025

Health News

Pa. and NJ residents can now order at-home flu vaccines

by Kristin Hunt

U.S. residents in 34 states, including Pennsylvania and New Jersey, can now order at-home flu vaccines. FluMist Home is a nasal spray that's FDA-approved for adults 18-49 and kids as young as 2.

August 14, 2025

Transportation

Atlantic City airport to add flights to Florida in coming months with service by new airline

by Kristin Hunt

Atlantic City International Airport is adding a four routes to Florida serviced by Allegiant Air. Flight from the Jersey Shore to Fort Lauderdale start Dec. 4. Additional service to St. Petersburg, Punta Gorda and Sanford begin in 2026.

August 14, 2025

Weekend

Philadelphia Folk Festival, oddities expo and a UArts thrift sale: Your weekend guide to things to do

by Kristin Hunt

The Philadelphia Folk Festival is back at Old Pool Farm from Aug. 14-17. Also this weekend, a Caribbean cultural celebration at Cherry Street Pier, the Oddities & Curiosities Expo and a University of the Arts thrift sale.

August 14, 2025

Investigations

Police seek suspects wanted for string of South Philly robberies

by Kristin Hunt

The two thieves allegedly robbed three men on the blocks around South Broad Street in South Philly between July 30 and July 31. Police said the demanded cash, wallets and other property.