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

November 11, 2024

Business

Olde Bar, which Jose Garces opened at the Old Original Bookbinder's location, closes its bar and restaurant

by Kristin Hunt

Jose Garces' Olde Bar has ended its bar and restaurant service as of Saturday, Nov. 9. The Garces Group said the restaurant, located in the Old Original Bookbinder's oyster saloon, will function as a catering and events venue.

November 8, 2024

Music

Sabrina Carpenter, Taylor Swift nominated for Grammys' record of the year. Listen to all 8 songs up for it

by Kristin Hunt

Sabrina Carpenter and Taylor Swift will compete for the record of the year at the 2025 Grammys. Chappell Roan, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish, Charli XCX and The Beatles also are up for the award. Carpenter was nominated for 'Espresso' and Swift was nominated for 'Fortnight.'

November 8, 2024

2024 Election

Democrats retain control of Pennsylvania House by just 1 seat

by Kristin Hunt

The Democrats will control the Pennsylvania House of Representatives again next in 2025 and the Republicans will maintain their majority in the state Senate after the results of the 2024 election.

November 7, 2024

Government

City Council to start hearings next week to discuss proposed 76ers arena

by Kristin Hunt

City Council will host eight hearings on the proposed 76ers arena between Nov. 12 and Dec. 3. Chinatown activists and some health care workers have protested the plans.

November 7, 2024

Weekend

Street food, cyclocross and a baby cow: Your weekend guide to things to do

by Kristin Hunt

There's lots to do in Philadelphia the weekend of Nov. 8-10, including a street food festival, Veterans Day parade, Revolutionary War reenactments and park cleanups.

November 7, 2024

2024 Election

Dave McCormick wins U.S. Senate election in Pennsylvania, but a recount is likely

by Kristin Hunt

Republican Dave McCormick is the projected winner of the U.S. Senate election in Pennsylvania, edging out Democratic incumbent Bob Casey by just 0.5%. That margin of victory triggers an automatic recount.

November 6, 2024

2024 Election

Could the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania result in a recount?

by Kristin Hunt

A recount may happen in Pennsylvania without a clear winner in the too-close-to-call U.S. Senate race. Republican Dave McCormick's lead over Democrat Bob Casey is within the 0.5% margin that would trigger another tally.

November 6, 2024

Food & Drink

Devon Seafood Grill in Rittenhouse Square to close on Jan. 1 after 25 years

by Kristin Hunt

Devon Seafood Grill, the fine dining restaurant in Rittenhouse Square, will close on Jan. 1. The surf 'n turf spot opened in the space next to Parc in 1999. Its closure will affect 76 employees.

November 5, 2024

2024 Election

Democrat Andy Kim defeats Republican Curtis Bashaw for U.S Senate seat in N.J. formerly held by Bob Menendez

by Kristin Hunt

In the election for a U.S. Senate in New Jersey, Democrat Andy Kim is expected to win easily over Republican Curtis Bashaw. A Republican has not won a U.S. Senate race in New Jersey since 1972. Check here for election night results.

November 5, 2024

2024 Election

Dave McCormick has slight lead over Bob Casey, but the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania is too close to call

by Kristin Hunt

Democrat Bob Casey and Republican challenger Dave McCormick face off in a race for U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania. Election results will be updated after the polls close Tuesday, Nov. 5.