This weekend’s Italian Market Festival in photos
Thousands came to South Philly this weekend to enjoy food and fun as part of the nation’s oldest outdoor market. We compiled a photo essay from the event. Continue reading (and viewing) …
Star Struck: Michelin’s other awards are for the rest of us
The world’s most elusive and prestigious culinary ratings are about to land in Philly. The Michelin Guide’s renowned three-star rating system is almost 100 years old, having begun as a free travel booklet to encourage more driving (and thus Michelin tire sales) with tips about maps, repair shops, and places to eat or stay.
Still, the much-hyped Red Stars aren’t the only award to get excited about. BP’s Julia Binswanger unpacks the other awards that Philly foodies can browse when planning the best culinary night out for them. Continue reading…
RECAP: What else happened?
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• Pa. and other states would be on the hook for billions for SNAP benefits under a U.S. House GOP bill that would reduce federal funds for everything from food stamps to FEMA disaster aid. The news also comes as Congress ended reimbursement of stolen SNAP funds. Between October 2022 and December 2024, Pa. had more than 23,000 cases of SNAP benefit theft. [Capital-Star/WHYY]
• The jury trial for former Philly Police officer Mark Dial began yesterday; he faces third-degree murder charges in the fatal shooting of Eddie Irizarry in August 2023. [6ABC]
• The first day of public comment on SEPTA’s proposed cuts to service saw rallies and pleas from its riders. Among those cuts: some popular SEPTA bus routes may disappear before others with low ridership. [WHYY’s PlanPhilly]
• Philly is among the cities that topped a list of U.S. metro areas that saw increased gentrification of majority-Black neighborhoods, from 1980 to 2020. [Next City]
• Six Philly breweries collaborated on a Kevin Bacon-inspired light beer called Six Degrees of Fermentation, in honor of the Philly native. [NBC10]
• The alleged “Delco pooper” is held for trial after teen who filmed the incident testified in court. [Inquirer$]
Philly’s 2025 Primary Election Day
Days until Primary Day: TODAY!
- Procrastinator’s Guide to the 2025 Primary Elections
- WHYY’s Primary Day 101
- How to request, fill out and return your mail ballot
- Fix your ballot + See if your mail ballot has issues
In The News:
- DA race: What you need to know about the Democratic primary candidates
- Voters will see 3 ballot questions. Here’s what they are and what they mean.
Candidate appearances:
- Recap of Larry Krasner and Pat Dugan’s first town hall on March 11.
- Billy Penn’s recap of Krasner-Dugan debate on March 20.
- Billy Penn’s recap of WHYY’s DA forum on April 22.
MAYOR WATCH
Mayor Parker will join local judges at an open house for the new Municipal Court Resource Hub room on the 1st floor of the Juanita Kidd Stout Center for Criminal Justice at 1301 Filbert St. (12:20 p.m.)
ON THE CALENDAR
❤️ Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander month events
🌸 27 ways to get out and enjoy the warm weather
🏃🏽 Philly Runners Guide
Tuesday, May 20: Center City Housing Justice Assembly
POWER Center City hosts a town hall to discuss affordable housing solutions. Council Member Mark Squilla will be present. A light dinner will be served. At Old First Reformed United Church at 4th and Race Streets. (7 p.m.)
Wednesday, May 21: Wellness Fair at the Rotunda
Meet practitioners in mental health, movement, massage, nutrition and overall well-being. Free consultations, pop-up classes and tools for self-care. Free with RSVP. (5 to 8 p.m.)
Wednesday, May 21: Historic Preservation Night
Historic Preservation: In honor of National Historic Preservation Month, learn more about what it takes to preserve the nearly 200-year-old Eastern State Penitentiary, including behind-the-scenes tours of rarely seen areas. $17 in advance; $20 at the door. (5:30 to 9:30 p.m.)
Wednesday, May 21: 21st Annual Philadelphia Ride of Silence
Between 300 to 500 riders from the full spectrum of the bicycle community will ride silently and at a pace of 10 mph through Center City, starting at City Hall. at 6:30 p.m. as part of a global ride to honor cyclists killed or injured by motorists, to promote Vision Zero, and to raise awareness of safe road sharing.
Wednesday, May 21: Pitch-A-Friend
Watch people pitch their single friends to a crowd of possible dates and curious bar-goers at Stateside Vodka Bar in Olde Kensington. (7 p.m.)
Thursday, May 22: 10th District Budget Town Hall
Hayes Recreation Center at 9800 Roosevelt Blvd. hosts the latest stop in Mayor Parker’s town hall series about her budget proposal. (6 to 8 p.m.)
Friday, May 23: Midge Ure at City Winery
Midge Ure, one of the organizers of the 1985 Live Aid concert and key member of Ultravox and Visage, is performing at City Winery. Tickets $28 and up.
Friday, May 23: SOUND TYPE: Kengchakaj x Nate Chinen at Asian Arts Initiative
Award-winning pianist, improviser and electronics experimentalist Kengchakaj’s practice engages with organizing and improvising sounds that draw inspiration from ancestral soundscapes and modes of collaboration and expression rooted in Southeast Asian tradition and lineage. Donations encouraged. (8 p.m.)
