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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Trump assassination attempt tied to lax Pa. gun laws, advocates say
Attempts to ban assault weapons or restrict gun access have stalled in the state.
2 years ago
John Dougherty gets 6 years for corruption and embezzlement convictions
The former IBEW Local 98 leader and political powerhouse must report to prison by Sept. 4.
2 years ago
The Fourth in Philly: See Kesha, parade your pet, and catch some fireworks
Free Independence Day events include concerts, exhibits, and lots of marching bands.
2 years ago
Transit advocates offer water to bus passengers and demand a new station
The city should put the bus terminal in an Old City parking garage, they say.
2 years ago
City says it’s cleaned 5,000 blocks, with 13,000 more to go
Some residents scoff, while others say it’s a good start.
2 years ago
How can Philly “shut down” Kensington’s massive open-air drug market?
The city is in uncharted territory, experts say, but has some options.
2 years ago
City Council OKs $100 million drug treatment center in Northeast Philly
Mayor Parker also won approval for a $6.37 billion budget, her first as mayor.
2 years ago
Anger and questions swirl as University of the Arts abruptly shuts down
Administration says finances went from bad to worse; students are scrambling to transfer.
2 years ago
Philly starts the hunt for an intercity bus station near 30th Street
A feasibility study will identify a new home for bus travelers in and out of Philadelphia.
2 years ago
New Philadelphia task force studies reparations for Black residents
Recommendations could include payments, social services, and political reforms.
2 years ago
Remembering the I-95 bridge collapse, and all the memes
As permanent repairs to the roadway wrap up, we stroll down memory lane.
2 years ago
Hundreds sign a petition calling for a halt to Fairmount drug treatment center plan
Residents say they were blindsided by the city’s proposal to house Kensington drug users.
2 years ago