Meir Rinde is an investigative reporter at Billy Penn covering topics ranging from politics and government to history and pop culture. He’s previously written for PlanPhilly, Shelterforce, NJ Spotlight, and other publications, and was a staff writer at the Trenton Times and Lawrence Eagle-Tribune. He lives in Passyunk Square with his family.
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The procrastinator’s guide to the 2024 primary election in Philly
Primary Day is Tuesday, April 23. Here are the candidates running for Congress and the Pa. legislature and guidance on how and where to vote.
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Philly primary voters will see one ballot question. Here’s what it means
The question centers on whether the city should provide legal backing for Registered Community Orgs for their work on zoning matters.
2 years ago
Philly ethics board looks to tighten rules after Jeff Brown super PAC scuffle
Proposed restrictions would keep super PACs from coordinating before a candidate officially announces their campaign.
2 years ago
Scammers and schemers beware: Philly’s lawyers have you in their sights
A proposed consumer protection law would let city attorneys sue predatory companies.
2 years ago
Philly floats plans for another intercity bus terminal
The latest move would have Greyhound and other bus companies pick up passengers at a parking lot across the street from the existing stop.
2 years ago
The $6.3 billion spending plan would enact the administration’s “Clean and Green” priorities.
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‘Don’t forget about us’: Advocates hope Parker moves the needle on Parks & Rec improvements
After taking office, Parker promised to make Philly the “safest, cleanest, and greenest big city in the nation.” Advocates for parks and youth sports have high hopes.
2 years ago
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Hundreds march through Center City to demand cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war
In the shadow of International Women’s Day, speakers at the rally highlighted the plight of Palestinian mothers.
2 years ago
‘Those bathrooms are going to get better at the airport’: Parker pledges improvements
Does Mayor Parker have a secret project to build Philly the cleanest, greenest, big-city airport bathrooms in the country?
2 years ago
‘Disgraceful’ remarks about gay people could lead Philly Dems to expel ward leader
Rev. Lewis Nash could be the first ward leader ousted in 25 years.
2 years ago
The future of Greensgrow Farms could look like its past, with a lot of work
The Kensington spot won’t become condos — and could be home to a garden center once again
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As autonomous bus launches at Navy Yard, drivers’ union pushes back
As SEPTA workers look ahead to contract negotiations this fall, they’re considering language secured in an Ohio contract that would let the union veto the use of AVs.
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