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Shapiro Seeks Reelection, Scalpers Sell Restaurant Reservations & Eagles Begin Playoff Run

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It’s the Friday News Roundup. We’re talking about Gov. Josh Shapiro announcing his run for reelection against presumptive Republican nominee Stacy Garrity. Also, a man died in police custody in Mayfair and the city is cracking down on scalpers selling restaurant reservations. Plus: Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz dish on Marc Vetri’s latest cookbook and the Eagles’ playoff run. 

Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism: 

  • Garrity campaign tries to walk back election denial 
  • Josh Shapiro’s reelection campaign in Pennsylvania starts now — but 2028 looms large
  • Pa. State Sen. Doug Mastriano won’t run for governor again in 2026, after months of teasing a potential campaign launch
  • Philly expands outdoor dining and cracks down on ‘reservation scalpers’ ahead of expected 2026 tourism
  • Philly is trying to crack down on reservation scalpers

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