City Cast Philly is the daily news podcast about the city you love (and maybe sometimes hate?) and the Philadelphians who are... more
Spring Fling Week is on a roll. The weather has been pretty nice this week — especially for roller skating. Host Trenae Nuri chats with Stevi Lukacz and... more
We’re continuing our Spring Fling Week. From the meadows of FDR Park to the Belmont Plateau, Philly has some amazing... more
We live in a city full of interesting people, historic landmarks, and a wide variety of birds. Host Trenae Nuri and Elise Greenberg, founder... more
It’s spring! And it’s time to do some cleaning. But before you throw out your old junk and take it... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Isaac Avilucea, reporter at Axios Philadelphia, and Cherri Gregg,... more
Philadelphia is full of family-owned businesses that get passed down from generation to generation. For the Anastasio family, their seafood... more
Governor Josh Shapiro is a huge sports fan. He recently sat courtside at a Sixers game, and was cheering for... more
Things are getting tight. Because of a federal reduction in SNAP benefits, 1.9 million Pennsylvanians lost additional money to buy... more
Be honest, what colors are on Philly’s municipal flag? Could you identify any symbols on it? Host Trenae Nuri talks... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Vanessa Maria Graber, News Voices Director at Free Press and President... more
Culturefest! happens this weekend at The Penn Museum. This month celebrates diverse women artists and creatives in our region. Host Trenae Nuri... more
The city landed a huge honor. We’re officially “certified welcoming” — a title given by Welcoming America — a national nonprofit... more
Have you ever gone down a Philly sidewalk and suddenly there was a giant construction barrier — and you had... more
Last week, Mayor Jim Kenney gave his final budget address. The budget proposal doesn’t raise taxes, gives city employees and low-income Philadelphians... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by city editor at the Philadelphia Tribune,... more
Cannabis law in the Keystone state is different depending on where you live. And while it's hard to say whether... more
We’ve been talking on the show about the crowded mayor’s race. After all, voters will determine the city’s 100th mayor.... more
In Pennsylvania, public school teachers can’t legally wear religious garb while working. PA's the only state that still has such... more
Each week this month, we’ve been highlighting stories of Black Philadelphians doing incredible work in our city. And in the... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Mensah Dean, staff writer for The Trace,... more
A new drug called Xylazine has saturated Philly’s drug supply. It’s also known as Tranq, short for animal tranquilizer. The... more
Philly has some amazing restaurants. From great crispy tacos, to cheesy pizza, and even that Szechuan restaurant where a robot... more
For a decade, Theatre in the X has provided opportunities to theater professionals of color. Their mission is to make high-quality theatrical arts accessible to Philadelphians. Now,... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Jay Arzu, Ph.D. student studying City... more
Democrats won three special elections this month, ending a two-month debate over which party would control the Pennsylvania House. Host... more
If you’re down at Cherry Street Pier, you’ll see work by local painters, illustrators, and other artists. You’ll also see... more
Philly is known as “The City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection.” So it seems only right that we hold... more
A Commonwealth Court judge recently ruled that the way Pennsylvania funds school districts is unconstitutional. The School District of Philadelphia was not... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by our sports contributor John Barchard and... more
It’s getting closer to game day! But where are you going to be watching the game? Host Trenae Nuri chats... more
Philly’s sports fans weren’t the first to climb greased poles in our city. They’ve just gotten the most hate for... more
When you gotta go, you gotta go! But in Philly, sometimes finding a public bathroom isn’t easy. So where do... more
What do the Grays Ferry, Fairmount, and Tioga neighborhoods have in common? Taney Street. But that name triggers a racist... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Eliot Olaya, fellow at Al Día... more
Pennsylvania has two beloved groundhogs. But one draws spectators from around the world for, let’s face it, his bizarre lore.... more
It seems like everyone wants to be Philly’s mayor! Except Mayor Kenney, of course. Today, producer Abby Fritz talks with... more
Whether you’re driving from the Ben Franklin Bridge to 76 or Broad Street to Fairmount Park, traffic in Philly can... more
Violent crime is all over TV news. There’s a popular saying in journalism, “if it bleeds, it leads.” But it... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Frank Kummer, who covers regional environmental... more
Let’s hit the slopes. There are great mountains and indoor spots to ski and snowboard near the Philly area. Host... more
On Monday, the Philadelphia Housing Authority made 10,000 spots available on its Housing Choice Voucher waitlist. Formerly know as Section... more
Ever wondered what questions non-locals have about Philly? Which stereotypes are true and which ones need debunking? In today’s episode,... more
Faith leaders in the city are getting training on how to have conversations about race and reparations. Host Trenae Nuri... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by senior reporter for Philadelphia Magazine Victor... more
Does sprucing up abandoned homes really help reduce gun violence? The answer is yes, according to a 3-year study done... more
Car tires, dirty mattresses and scattered contractor bags get tossed throughout Philly neighborhoods. The trash is piling up. Host Trenae... more
Visitors from around the world love to visit the Rocky Balboa statue. But the bronze monument memorializes one of the... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by freelance journalist Ben Seal and Philadelphia... more
Center City District Restaurant Week is returning this year from Jan. 15-28, and it’s got a line-up of more than... more
It’s a new year and a new state legislature agenda. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri and political contributor Denise... more
The Kensington Corridor Trust (KCT) is trying to help the community own more land in the neighborhood. This type of... more
When you think of the old west, you’re probably thinking about cowboys, horses, and those wide-brimmed hats. But it turns... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Philadelphia Inquirer editorial writer Daniel Pearson... more
When it gets cold outside, sometimes you just want to get cozy and watch a movie. But what are some... more
A tiny home village is expected to come to the city this year. Construction is slated for spring 2023 with... more
Happy new year! We're kicking off 2023 with some resolutions for the city of Philadelphia. City Cast Philly host Trenae... more
We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting... more
We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting... more
We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting... more
We’re taking some time off as the year wraps up but we didn’t want to leave you hanging! We’re revisiting... more
Philadelphians love to see holiday lights. But there’s one block in South Philly that shines bright. City Cast Philly host... more
Joseph Augustus Zarelli, formerly known as the boy in the box, made headline news in the city. But there is... more
Here in the state, liquor and wine sales are controlled by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board. The laws are among... more
After two and a half years of sitting in a red, white and green plywood box, the Christopher Columbus statue... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! In today’s episode, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Billy Penn director and editor Danya... more
Philadelphia is one of the poorest big cities in the country. The Promise is working to getting 100,000 Philadelphians out... more
We’re fast approaching the winter solstice on Dec. 21. The city is just so fun this season, from the lights,... more
Across the Commonwealth, a rivalry has raged on. No, it is not the Eagles vs. the Steelers or the Flyers... more
In recent months, several independent coffee shops have unionized, and some of them received guidance from members of the Starbucks... more
It’s the Friday News Roundup! This week, host Trenae Nuri is joined by PhillyVoice senior staff writer Kristin Hunt and... more
If you’re still looking for something to do this weekend, City Cast Philly arts contributor Charles Tyson, Jr. recommends a... more
City Council voted to permanently enact a 10:00 p.m. curfew for teens. If the mayor signs off on this, it would... more
Words mean everything. They say so much, right? So do the colors chosen for political campaigns. City Cast Philly host... more
Violence at gas stations in the city has risen sharply in recent years. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks... more
It’s the Friday news roundup! This week, host Trenae Nuri is joined by Denise Clay-Murray, a freelance journalist and City... more
The new five-part podcast series, “Stop and Frisk: Revisit or Resist” from WHYY and the Logan Center for Urban Investigative... more
Philadelphia is full of family-owned businesses that get passed down from generation to generation. For the Anastasio family, their seafood... more
Back in the 1960s and 70s, there once was a movement to bring UFO-like buildings to the city. They were... more
The holiday shopping season is officially in full swing. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Yvonne Blake, owner... more
While some people may be rushing to the store looking for cranberry sauce or prepping those casseroles, others are ditching... more
Violence at gas stations in the city has risen sharply in recent years. City Cast Philly host Trenae Nuri talks with Mensah... more