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• FDR Park Floods, Trump Erases History & SEPTA Preps for Cuts

  A daytime shooting at a rec center reminded us this week that even though our homicide numbers are at historic lows, gun violence still plagues our city and claims the youngest of victims. In our Friday News Roundup, host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz also look at why flooding in FDR park is going to continue, how President Trump is seeking to erase history at Independence Mall, and when we’re finally going to get a state budget approved so SEPTA service doesn’t get cut by 45 percent.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  A boy and girl, ages 10 and 11, and 3 others wounded by gunfire outside rec center in West Philly No end in sight for constant flooding of FDR Park road Trump Told Park Workers to Report Displays That ‘Disparage’ Americans. Here’s What They Flagged. More than a dozen slavery displays in Philly, including at Washington’s former home, have been flagged for a Trump admin review Republicans across the country are pushing bills to stop government 'weather modification' Critical state payments to schools, county child welfare agencies will be delayed as budget impasse continues As SEPTA cuts loom, patience is wearing thin for Democrats in Harrisburg Final design for Philly's Sadie T. M. Alexander statue unveiled Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Framebridge Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Your Guide to August 2025 in Philly

  Philly’s still packed with summer fun this month, so we’ve curated a list of ways to enjoy water activities, eat fancy hoagies and catch film festivals. In this episode you’ll also hear about the Philly Book Store Crawl, how to get cheap tickets to see our Super Bowl champion Eagles, the restaurant serving fluffy ricotta filled pancakes and a cloud watching class. For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Philly, check out Hey Philly’s take on what to do this month.  If you're new here, welcome! We’ve put together a starter pack for you, with episodes and articles to welcome you to the City Cast Philly community.  City Cast Philly is made possible by our awesome sponsors, like Framebridge. And we’re also powered by our members, who enjoy an ad-free version of the show. Find out more about how to become a member of City Cast Philly. Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on X and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail or send us a text at 215-259-8170. Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Anti-Philly Rhetoric Driving SEPTA Funding Crisis, Says Rep. Cephas

  Where’s that state budget? And more importantly, where’s that SEPTA money? Host Trenae Nuri went to Overbrook Park to sit down with Pennsylvania State Rep. Morgan Cephas to ask about the long-delayed state budget that could result in SEPTA operations cut nearly in half. Cephas gives us the latest on the SEPTA funding crisis … and tells us if she's running for Congress. Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Framebridge Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• What Philly Sounds Annoy You – And Ones You Can Live With

  The el train rolling by, neighbors yelling at each from across the street, music blaring from slingshots on South Street – ahhh, the real sounds of Philadelphia. Some of these sounds are annoying, even controversial in certain neighborhoods. But is there beauty to the sounds of Philly? Host Trenae Nuri talks with executive producer Matt Katz and Hey Philly newsletter editor Siani Colón about which noises piss them off, which they love, and which ones we just have to live with.  We want to listen to you – call or text us: 215-259-8170 Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Framebridge Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Wait, Where Do I Live Now?: Neighborhood Names & Their Nonsense

  Philly neighborhood names are complicated. There are so many neighborhoods in Philly that people who live on a single block might call where they live by different names. Some Philadelphians don’t use their neighborhood names at all, using South Philly or West Philly as a catch-all for smaller neighborhood names. The City Cast Philly team came together to discuss some of the interesting names, histories, and stories when it comes to how we label neighborhoods in Philly. Plus, City Cast Philly contributor, Johnny Goodtimes, is quizzing us on how well we all know Philly.  Get Philly news & events in your inbox with our newsletter: Hey Philly Call or text us: 215-259-8170 We’re also on Instagram: @citycastphilly Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Framebridge Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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