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Kensington Court Proposal, Longer Happy Hours, McDonald’s Philly Cheese Stack

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It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about Mayor Cherelle Parker’s proposal to create a “neighborhood wellness court” in Kensington for drug users who get arrested, Pennsylvania recent changes to its liquor laws, and we’ve got a Philly news quiz. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, Cast Cast Philly producer, and Asha Prihar, Hey Philly newsletter editor.  

Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

  • Philly is developing a fast-track court for people arrested for drug use in Kensington. Advocates are worried.
  • A 31-year-old woman arrested during a Kensington sweep last week died in jail days later
  • Philadelphia prison chief to leave job after string of prisoner deaths and escapes
  • What real freedom looks like’: Ready-to-drink cocktails arrive in stores as Pa. relaxes liquor laws
  • Pennsylvania Happy Hour law 


    Read more about our news quiz (spoilers ahead):

    • 4 Greater Philadelphia hotels among Michelin's best in the U.S.
    • Schoolyards in Philly will get rain gardens thanks to a federal grant
    • McDonald’s Drops the Philly Cheese Stack Burger on London, and Fans Are Going Mental


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      Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:

      • Inis Nua Theatre Company
      • Thrive Flower
      • Tecovas


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