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.
August 14, 2025
Investigations
Police seek suspects wanted for string of South Philly robberies
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.August 13, 2025
Business
Essen Bakery owners say they closed for a mental health break. Their employees say they've been ghosted.
Owners of Essen Bakery announced they were temporarily closing their shops in Norris Square and South Philly on May 31 and would be back in three days. The shops are still closed and employees say they haven't heard from the owners since June.August 12, 2025
Food & Drink
Neshaminy Creek Brewing Co. to throw pickle party for single-batch sour ale
Neshaminy Creek Brewing Co. is rolling out a new pickle sour ale. It's a Dillemma is a single-batch brew made with a salty gose base. It'll be available at the Croydon, Dublin and Harleysville taprooms and select Pennsylvania and New Jersey distributors.August 11, 2025
Business
Kismet Bagels to take over Manayunk shop formerly occupied by Pizza Jawn
Kismet Bagels is opening a new shop in Manayunk in the former Pizza Jawn space. The bagel shop, which has five locations in the Philly region, hopes to open in early September.August 8, 2025
Transportation
American Airlines to resume flights from Philly to Budapest and Prague in 2026
American Airlines will resume flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Budapest and Prague in May 2026. The routes will be offered seasonally in the summer. Tickets go on sale Aug. 11.August 8, 2025
Investigations
PECO warns against scam call offering to review charges on statement
PECO customers have received calls from people identifying as Miss Lewis and Miss Wilson asking to review their electric statements. They are not affiliated with the utility.August 8, 2025
Transportation
Amtrak to debut faster Acela trains with more seats and amenities along the Northeast Corridor
Amtrak will debut its new Acela trains along the Northeast Corridor starting Thursday, Aug. 28. The upgraded vehicles will feature charging ports at each seat, and a cafe cart on select departures. They also have more seats and can travel at faster speeds.August 7, 2025
Investigations
Immigration activists call for shutdown of Pennsylvania ICE detention center following death of detainee
Immigration activists are calling for the shutdown of the Moshannon Valley Processing Center, the largest ICE detention center in Pennsylvania and the Northeast, following the death of 32-year-old detainee Chaofeng Ge.August 7, 2025
Weekend
Bug Fest, AstroQuest and pierogies: Your weekend guide to things to do
Bug Fest returns to the Academy of Natural Sciences at Drexel University and a pierogi festival is back in Port Richmond this weekend in Philadelphia. Other events include a hearse car show at Laurel Hill East cemetery.August 6, 2025
Health News
Technology advanced by Penn scientists led to COVID shots. Five years later, RFK Jr. is slashing mRNA vaccine research
The Trump administration is canceling nearly $500 million in funding for 22 projects involving mRNA vaccine research. The technology, advanced by Penn scientists, formed the basis of the COVID-19 shots by Moderna and Pfizer.Just In
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