City Cast Philly
🚍 Why SEPTA is in a "death spiral"
November 14, 2024 · — Ava Wojnowski
What’s up, Philly! First off, I just wanted to say hey to the new readers we have. 👋 Welcome to Hey Philly, we're happy to have youse. Inside the newsletter today we have a report on a unarmed man shot by the cops, an update on the 76ers arena proposal, and a guide to SEPTA. Speaking of SEPTA, today’s City Cast Philly podcast, “SEPTA's 'Death Spiral,' Explained,” is about how the transit agency's finances are imploding and now's a good time to freak out about it. Let’s dive in!
What's CITY Talking About?
🚍 Impact of New 76ers Arena on SEPTA
At the first hearing on the proposed 76ers arena, City Council members raised concerns about the potential impact on SEPTA. They highlighted the impact on Jefferson Station during the construction process and the increased demand for public transportation in Center City if the arena is built. [PhillyVoice]
- Related: Learn more about how SEPTA's fare hikes and service reductions will impact the people of Philadelphia.
📝 The End of Krasner v. Musk … for Now
A judge ruled that District Attorney Larry Krasner failed to present sufficient evidence in his lawsuit against Elon Musk. Krasner had argued that Musk's $1 million giveaway to Pennsylvania voters amounted to an illegal lottery. But the judge said that participants did not have to pay to enter, so it cannot be defined as a lottery. [🔒The Inquirer]
🗳️ Casey Goes for a Recount in Senate Race
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey didn’t waive his right to an automatic recount, clearing the way for one to occur given the close nature of the race. His challenger, Republican Dave McCormick, currently leads by about 30,000 votes with 80,000 ballots left to be counted. [🔒The Inquirer]
🚓 Family of Unarmed Man Killed by Cop Gets Silence from City
Robert Jones was shot and killed by an off-duty Philly homicide detective, Chris Sweeney, on Oct. 3. But little else is known about what happened. The Jones family has yet to hear anything about the status of the investigation into the incident, and they’re speaking out now looking for answers and justice. [🔒The Inquirer]
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What To Do
Thursday, Nov. 14
- 🖼️ Making Strange Exhibition (First Day) | 10 a.m.–4 p.m. | $15 | Center City
- 🧘 Yoga for Adults | 3:30 p.m. | Free | Whitman
- 🧶 Community Crafting Circle | 3:30 p.m. | Free | Point Breeze
- 🎤 Podcasting 101 | 6 p.m. | Free | Center City
- 🍷 Wine & Cheese Class | 6–7 p.m. | $75 | Bella Vista
- 🎞️ Philadelphia Jewish Film & Media Fest (First Day) | Various Times | Pay As You Go | Various Locations
Friday, Nov. 15
- 🖌️ Contemporary Craft Show (First Day) | 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. | $20+ | Center City
- ♟️ Chess Club | 3:30 p.m. | Free | Fox Chase
- 🦉 Meet the Raptors | 3:30 p.m.–4:45 p.m. | Free | University City
- 👗 The Ecology of Fashion | 6:30–9 p.m. | $25 | Center City
- ❄️ Winter in Dilworth Park (First Day) | Various Times | Pay As You Go | Center City
- 🎸 Cody Johnson | 7:30 p.m. | $55+ | South Philly
- 🎤 Tokyo Police Club | 8 p.m. | $35+ | Fishtown
- 🎵 Slowdive | 8:30 p.m. | $40+ | Callowhill
🚢 The SS U.S. isn’t leaving … yet! With a tropical storm in the Gulf of Mexico, the departure of the SS United States has been delayed. The new date has yet to be scheduled.
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