Chris Compendio
Chris Compendio is a staff writer for PhillyVoice from the Main Line and currently based in West Philly. After studying creative writing at Carnegie Mellon University, Chris worked for various pop culture news websites as a contributor, writer, and editor. Topics that Chris has written about include the video game industry, film and television, national politics, and local communities. Their byline has appeared in the Philadelphia Inquirer, Polygon, Inverse, and several other outlets.
May 2, 2024
Performances
Philly Sketchfest 2024 will feature acts from around the U.S. for a week of laughs
The long-running sketch comedy festival is expanding, with live performances by groups from across the country at two Philly venues. Programming will include the ninth Sketch Comedy Film Festival, which will showcase short films.May 2, 2024
Government
Drivers with illegally tinted windows can be fined $100 under new Philly law
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker signed a City Council bill that imposes a $100 fine on the owners of cars with tinted windows that violate Pennsylvania law. Councilmember Mike Driscoll says it will help combat crime. He noted that the getaway car used in the March 6 shooting at the SEPTA bus stop in Burholme had tinted windows.May 1, 2024
Investigations
1 person dead, 3 injured in shootings in Southwest Philly
A pair of shootings in Southwest Philadelphia late Tuesday afternoon left a 34-year-old woman dead and three others injured. The first shooting occurred on the 7000 block of Wheeler Street, near Elmwood Avenue, at 4:17 p.m. The second occurred about an hour later near Elmwood Park. Police have not said whether they believe they are related.April 30, 2024
Festivals
Rittenhouse Row Spring Festival returns with a block party in Center City
The massive block party in Center City will return on May 4, showcasing some favorite food and drink places in Rittenhouse. There will also be family-friendly activities, and local DJs will keep up the festive mood through the party.April 30, 2024
2024 Election
State Rep. Amen Brown declares victory in close Democratic primary for Pa. House seat
State Rep. Amen Brown claimed victory Monday in the Democratic primary for Pennsylvania House District 10. As of Tuesday morning, he led his main challenger, Cass Green, by 41 votes, according to unofficial tallies. Green conceded that Brown had run.April 27, 2024
Arts & Culture
Outdoor indie film screening series from cinéSPEAK returning to Clark Park
Philly-based cinema organization cinéSPEAK is hosting its annual indie film festival in the Bowl of Clark Park. The series will include films such as "Butterfly in the Sky," "The ABCs of Book Banning" and other films that center on identity, diversity and community resiliency.April 27, 2024
Media
Jamie Apody confirms departure from 6ABC after months of absence
Viewers were curious why Action News personality Jamie Apody had been absent from the screen since October 2023. On Friday, Apody confirmed that she had departed the network. An executive from 6ABC stated that Apody's exit was her own decision.April 27, 2024
Protests
Penn interim president orders pro-Palestine protesters to end encampment
Interim president J. Larry Jameson stated that some pro-Palestine protestors violated "Penn’s open expression guidelines and state and federal law" and that the school's administration notified the encampment of such violations. Protestors have disputed and denounced Jameson's statement.April 26, 2024
Protests
Pro-Palestine protesters at Penn encampment join demonstrations occuring at other campuses
A group of University of Pennsylvania students opposed to the war in Gaza have set up an encampment on College Green, joining a movement taking place on campuses throughout the U.S. The pro-Palestine students are calling on Penn to divest from companies that profit from the war and to end academic ties with Israeli institutions.April 25, 2024
Investigations
Shooting in Northern Liberties leaves man in critical condition, police say
A 55-year-old man is in critical condition after he was shot on North Front Street in Northern Liberties on Thursday morning, police said. The man was shot in the stomach and back. Philadelphia police are investigating.
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