Molly McVety

Molly McVety is a staff writer for PhillyVoice with interests in both the natural and man-made environment, community debates and all things pop culture. She has previously written for DelawareOnline / The News Journal and received her bachelor’s degree in environmental science from the University of Delaware. When she’s not writing Molly enjoys making and listening to music, taking long walks and cooking.

molly@phillyvoice.com

September 25, 2025

Streaming

What to Stream: 'Abbott Elementary,' 'Death Becomes Her,' 'The Lost Bus'

by Molly McVety

'Abbott Elementary' will debut its fifth season on ABC in October. Also new to streaming are comedy/horror classic 'Death Becomes Her' (on Netflix) and action thriller 'The Lost Bus' (on Apple TV).

September 24, 2025

Government

New Jersey PBS to shut down next summer due to funding cuts

by Molly McVety

New Jersey PBS said it will cease operations on June 30, 2026, because it is unable to extend its contract with the New Jersey Public Broadcasting Authority. The station's owner, WNET, citied significant funding cuts.

September 23, 2025

LGBTQ

AIDS Walk Philly hits the end of the road after raising over $18 million in 38 years

by Molly McVety

Action Wellness announced that AIDS Walk Philly is ending after 38 years. The organization will partner with the William Way LGBT Community Center to hold a retrospective event on Oct. 19 to honor the fundraiser's legacy.

September 23, 2025

New docuseries on 2011 fatal stabbing of Ellen Greenberg to premiere Monday

by Molly McVety

Hulu and Disney+ will premiere a new docuseries on Ellen Greenberg, a Philadelphia teacher who was found stabbed to death in her apartment in 2011. The show features exclusive interviews and details from the crime scene.

September 23, 2025

Children's Health

Trump's claims on Tylenol's link to autism draw rebuke from scientists

by Molly McVety

President Donald Trump and his top health officials warned that the use of Tylenol during pregnancy may cause autism on Monday. But research on the link is not conclusive, scientists say. Some called Trump's remarks dangerous.

September 19, 2025

Arts & Culture

Artist who designed Obama's 'Hope' poster has new mural towering over LOVE Park

by Molly McVety

Artist Shepard Fairey, best known for designing former President Barack Obama's 'Hope' campaign poster, has a new Center City mural titled 'Uplift Justice' that's located on the side of the former District Attorney's Office at 1421 Arch St.

September 19, 2025

Celebrities

Jake Tapper says Trump administration violated First Amendment by pressuring ABC to suspend 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'

by Molly McVety

CNN anchor Jake Tapper criticized the FCC for pressuring Disney and ABC to suspend 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' following Kimmel's comments about the alleged killer of Charlie Kirk. Tapper was appearing on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' to promote his new book, 'Race Against Terror: Chasing an Al Qaeda Killer at the Dawn of the Forever Way.'

September 19, 2025

Celebrities

Taylor Swift announces new film with behind-the-scenes footage of the making of 'The Life of a Showgirl'

by Molly McVety

Taylor Swift announced a new film celebrating the release of her upcoming album, 'The Life of a Showgirl,' that will be available in all AMC theaters from Oct. 3-5.

September 18, 2025

Investigations

Four Philly prison workers charged with covering up alleged inmate assault

by Molly McVety

Three correctional officers at Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility and their supervisor are charged with conspiring to cover up an alleged assault of an inmate who was beaten so badly that he needed emergency surgery.

September 18, 2025

Books

Author M.L. Rio went on an 18-month road trip as research for her new book. After writing it, she settled in Philly.

by Molly McVety

Bestselling author M.L. Rio took an 18-month road trip as research to develop themes and settings for her third novel. After finishing 'Hot Wax,' the writer decided it was time to settle down, choosing Philadelphia as her final landing spot.