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 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 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

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 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 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.

October 17, 2024

Weekend

Philly Film Festival and a bike ride: Your weekend guide to things to do

by Kristin Hunt

Philadelphia will host its annual film festival and 20-mile bike ride during the weekend of Oct. 18-20. The Weirdo festival is also happening in East Kensington, along with Open Studio Tours of artists' spaces.

October 17, 2024

Streaming

What to stream: 'Agatha All Along,' 'What We Do in the Shadows' and 'Strange Darling'

by Kristin Hunt

Looking for Halloween movies and TV shows to stream? PhillyVoice recommends spooky and scary picks like 'Agatha All Along,' 'What We Do in the Shadows,' 'Girl Haunts Boy' and 'Strange Darling.'

October 16, 2024

Courts

Man sentenced to 5 1/2 years in prison for stealing over $1 million from incapacitated elderly Pa. residents

by Kristin Hunt

Carlton Rembert was sentenced to 5 1/2 years in prison for stealing over $1 million from incapacitated residents in eastern Pennsylvania. The elder fraud case involved his late sister, Gloria Byars, who served as the victims' court-appointed guardian.

October 15, 2024

Food & Drink

Attic Brewing releases beer to support breast cancer patients, including its own staffer

by Kristin Hunt

Attic Brewing Co. is raising money for breast cancer research with its latest beer release. The Tits Out Hoppy Lager features boob can art designed by brewery assistant Kristine Popp, who is undergoing chemotherapy.

October 14, 2024

Entertainment

TV star Larry Wilmore has a few tricks up his sleeve for Philly show, mixing magic with comedy

by Kristin Hunt

Larry Wilmore of 'The Daily Show' and 'In Living Color' fame will bring his touring show to City Winery on Thursday. The co-creator of 'Insecure' discussed magic and the 2024 presidential election in an interview.