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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Options for Philly intercity bus terminal narrowed to three sites
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2 months ago
Years in the making, historic Center City church gets massive makeover
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2 months ago
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Candidates Dave Oxman and Ala Stanford loaned to their campaigns ahead of the May 19 primary, which now includes 13 candidates.
2 months ago
Krasner launches national DA coalition to battle Trump, prosecute ICE misconduct
State prosecutors say they are “the most effective tools to preserve democracy.”
2 months ago
Philadelphia council members want to enshrine ‘sanctuary’ status and ban ICE masking
A proposal to restrict ICE activities could clash with Mayor Cherelle Parker’s non-confrontational approach.
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