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🗳️ Krasner secures win in Democratic primary
May 21, 2025 · — Siani Colón
The results are in, folks. District Attorney Larry Krasner defeated Pat Dugan in the Democratic race for district attorney in yesterday’s election. Dugan spent more money on the campaign than Krasner, but the two-term incumbent leaned on both his record as a progressive prosecutor and the city's lowest murder rate in a half-century. With no one running on the Republican ticket, this paves the way for Krasner to secure a third term as D.A. in the November general election. Tune into today’s episode of City Cast Philly as Trenae and Matt break down the results of the different races.
What's CITY Talking About?
🇺🇸 Fetterman’s Flakiness Persists in U.S. Senate
Remember when we said Sen. John Fetterman has the worst attendance record in DC? Turns out, it’s even worse now. He didn’t attend any committee hearings in 2025 until this month. House Democrats have had an easier time getting in touch with newbie Sen. Dave McCormick than with third-year Fetterman. [City Cast Philly, 🔒 Bloomberg]
- Related: Fetterman’s actions — and changing politics — haven’t been anything short of confusing. So, of course we had to talk about it. [🎧 City Cast Philly]
⚖️ Murder Trial Underway for Former Philly Cop
In 2023, Eddie Irizarry was shot six times in less than six seconds by now-former Philadelphia Police Officer Mark Dial during a traffic stop in Kensington. Dial’s trial began Monday, with defense lawyers arguing he acted in self-defense. Meanwhile, prosecutors want jurors to convict him of third-degree murder, voluntary manslaughter, and related crimes. Supporters of Irizarry, including his family, gathered outside the courthouse yesterday. [🎧 City Cast Philly, 🔒 The Inquirer]
🎨 Germantown Artist Recreates Iconic Philly Landmarks in New Exhibit
Kambel Smith has taken his masterful craftsmanship from New York to Atlanta, and is now bringing his cardboard creations back home to Philadelphia. In a new exhibit running through June 29, “Cardboard Genius: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith” showcases the artist’s detailed, large-scale replicas of architectural landmarks, such as the Chinatown Friendship Gate, the Roundhouse, and Benjamin Franklin Bridge. [Hidden City]
Where Is It?
Our most recent Wednesdays have been busy prepping you for the primary. Now that it’s behind us, it’s time to bring back, “Where Is It?”
While the City Cast Philly team was out for lunch, we sat at the same table where former President Barack Obama and former U.S. Sen. Bob Casey Jr. shared a meal in 2010. Do you recognize the restaurant? Give us your best guess (and share your favorite order while you’re at it).
If you’re looking for more things to do while you’re out searching:
- 🌸 Check out events to close out the month.
- 🎪 Join the circus.
- 🛠️ Take a class at the West Philly Tool Library.
- 🛍️ Support local vendors at a community market.
- 🍦 Grab a bite of ice cream after chowing down on that corned beef reuben.
What To Do
Wednesday, May 21
- 📖 Tourmaline - Marsha Book Tour at Uncle Bobbie’s (Germantown)
- 🍿 “Moana 2” Movie Night at Cira Green (University City)
- 🎷 Live Jazz at Say No More (Olde Kensington)
- 💬 Historic Preservation - Wednesday Nights at Eastern State Penitentiary (Fairmount)
- 💾 Permacomputing + Solarpunk Meetup at Iffy Books (Center City)
- 🧘 Wellness Fair at The Rotunda (University City)
- 🐐The Philly Goats Walk at Laurel Hill Cemetery (East Falls)
- 💘 Pitch-a-Friend at Stateside Vodka Bar (Olde Kensington)
- 🥣 Community Experience Potluck at Open Kitchen Sculpture Garden (Norris Square)
Thursday, May 22
- 🦀 Cocktails and Crustaceans at the Independence Seaport Museum (Penn’s Landing)
- 🥑 Guac Off at Morgan’s Pier (Penn’s Landing)
- 🧵 Embroidery Workshop at Taller Puertorriqueño (Fairhill)
- 🎨 Liberty, Freedom, and Social Justice Printmaking Workshop at Tacony LAB Community Arts Center (Tacony)
- 💻 Make Your First Website at Iffy Books (Center City)
- 🎶Pop-Ups at the Portal at Trolley Portal Gardens (University City)
- 💃 National Tap Dance Day Jam at Cherry Street Pier (Penn’s Landing)
- 🇸🇪 Balcony Exhibit Opening: Across the Atlantic at the American Swedish Historical Museum (Packer Park)
- 🎼 Old Crow Medicine Show at Penn Live Arts (University City)
- ✍️ Facing the Monsters Together: A Writing Workshop at People’s Gallery Project (Washington Square West)
- 💬 Public Meeting about Chemical Contamination at Bartram’s Garden (Kingsessing)
🍃 Philly’s new sculpture park is coming soon! Calder Gardens aims to combine art, culture, and environmental awareness through concerts, lectures, screenings, and other cultural programming so visitors engage with the mind, body, and spirit. The new addition to the Parkway is expected to open Sept. 21.
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