Presidential Debate Coming to Philly, Potential DA Challengers, Bike Safety
It’s another midweek news roundup! We’re talking about the 2024 ABC News presidential debate coming to the National Constitution Center, potential challengers for district attorney, and how more houses of worship are aiding in preventing bike deaths in the city. Host Trenae Nuri is joined by Abby Fritz, City Cast Philly producer, and Larry Platt, co-founder of The Philadelphia Citizen. Plus, Trenae gives an update on her Philly cheesesteak quest, sponsored by the Western wear company Tecovas.
Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:
- National Constitution Center to Host 2024 ABC News Presidential Debate
- A half-dozen people are thinking about running against Larry Krasner for Philly DA, including a judge
- Bicycle safety advocates to hold rally at Philadelphia City Hall in wake of CHOP doctor's death
- Society Hill Synagogue is the latest to give up bike lane parking permits
- Will tickets be available to the presidential debate at the National Constitution Center?
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