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

October 25, 2024

Movies

Oscar-winning film editor from Philly makes directorial debut with wrestling movie 'Unstoppable'

by Kristin Hunt

William Goldenberg, the Oscar-winning film editor behind 'Argo,' is making his directorial debut with the upcoming Amazon movie 'Unstoppable.' The biopic tells the true story of one-legged wrestler and NCAA champ Anthony Robles. Goldenberg is from Philadelphia and a Temple University alum.

October 25, 2024

2024 Election

Bruce Springsteen and Barack Obama's rally for Kamala Harris to be held at Temple's Liacouras Center

by Kristin Hunt

Bruce Springsteen and former President Barack Obama will rally for Kamala Harris at Temple University's Liacouras Center on Monday, Oct. 28. The New Jersey rocker is set to perform at the event, just like he did at a Hillary Clinton rally in Philadelphia on the eve of the 2016 election.

October 25, 2024

Government

City Council considers 76ers 'arena services district' to mitigate impacts on communities near proposed new site

by Kristin Hunt

City Council is considering a 76ers 'arena services district' and authority to reduce negative impacts on the surrounding communities near the proposed new site, including Chinatown. It would create traffic plans and support small businesses.

October 24, 2024

Weekend

Halloween fests, bloody marys and the Gritty 5K: Your weekend guide to things to do

by Kristin Hunt

Halloween weekend arrives in Philadelphia on Oct. 25-27. Chestnut Hill and East Passyunk will host holiday festivals and Northern Liberties bars will serve themed bloody marys. The Gritty 5K charity race also returns.

October 23, 2024

2024 Election

Andy Kim and Curtis Bashaw face off in U.S. Senate race in N.J.

by Kristin Hunt

Who's running in the 2024 U.S. Senate race in New Jersey? Democratic congressman Andy Kim is facing Republican businessman Curtis Bashaw in the election. Here's where they stand on the issues.

October 23, 2024

Family-Friendly

Cosmic light show that promises a 'visit from the stars' comes to Jenkintown

by Kristin Hunt

Astra Lumina, the starry touring light show, is coming to in the Philadelphia area. The night walk experience opens Thursday, Nov. 21, at the Abington Art Center in Jenkintown. Tickets are now on sale.

October 22, 2024

Museums

Universal exhibit on the science behind theme park design coming to Franklin Institute in 2026

by Kristin Hunt

The Franklin Institute will open an exhibit on theme park science and design in 2026, focusing on Universal Destinations & Experiences attractions. Philadelphia will be the first stop for the touring show.

October 21, 2024

Family-Friendly

Costumed colonists will re-create the British occupation of Philly next month

by Kristin Hunt

Historical reenactors will re-create the British occupation of Philadelphia at the Museum of the American Revolution on Nov. 9-10 in Old City.

October 21, 2024

History

How did H.H. Holmes, America's first serial killer, wind up in Philadelphia?

by Kristin Hunt

H.H. Holmes, considered the first serial killer in America, is most associated with Chicago and his infamous 'murder castle' built ahead of the 1893 World's Fair. But he was executed at Moyamensing Prison in Philadelphia.

October 17, 2024

2024 Election

In Pa.'s U.S. Senate race, Bob Casey seeks fourth term against Republican challenger Dave McCormick

by Kristin Hunt

Pennsylvania Democrat Bob Casey is running for reelection in the 2024 U.S. Senate race against Republican challenger Dave McCormick. Here is a side-by-side comparison of both candidates vying to represent the state in Washington, D.C.