Franki Rudnesky
Franki Maria Rudnesky is a staff writer for PhillyVoice, with interests in entertainment, social media, pop culture, education and the arts. Franki has worked as a staff writer, copy editor, and social media manager for The Hammonton Gazette. Before that, she was a digital intern and production assistant for NBC10. She is a South Jersey native who received her master's degree from Villanova University and her bachelor's from Saint Joseph's University.
December 22, 2024
Celebrities
Kylie Kelce discusses 'Not Gonna Lie' popularity, dream podcast guests in New York Times interview
In a New York Times interview, Kylie Kelce discussed the popularity of her new podcast, 'Not Gonna Lie,' which unseated 'The Joe Rogan Experience' as the top podcast in the U.S. upon its premiere. Kelce also talked about what famous people she'd like to interview and her political views.December 22, 2024
Transportation
Amtrak, NJ Transit trains delayed due to downed wires near 30th Street Station
Amtrak service was suspended between New York and Philadelphia on Sunday morning because of downed overhead power wires blocking the tracks. NJ Transit's Atlantic City Rail Line was also suspended in both directions between Cherry Hill and 30th Street Station due to the downed Amtrak wires. Service was expected to resume at 12 p.m.December 22, 2024
Entertainment
Tina Fey returns to 'Saturday Night Live' to help induct Martin Short into Five-Timers club
Tina Fey made a surprise return to 'Saturday Night Live' in the latest episode for a cold open welcoming host Martin Short into the Five-Timers club. The episode also featured jokes about the mysterious drones spotted over New Jersey.December 17, 2024
Parties
Looking to celebrate New Year's Eve on a budget? Here are 10 parties with tickets under $100.
There are many New Year's Eve parties happening across Philadelphia, and we've rounded up some of the bashes that cost less than $100 to attend, including events at Brooklyn Bowl, Bru, Concourse, Craft Hall, NOTO, Wicked Wolf and more.December 16, 2024
Wellness
Increasing steps per day, even by a modest amount, could reduce risk of developing depression
Adults that achieve higher daily step counts may have fewer depressive symptoms, according to a new study. Researchers, who assessed data from more than 96,000 people worldwide, also found that the risk of getting depression declines as daily steps rise.December 16, 2024
Holiday
Christmas Village vendors: Thomas Laraia follows in his mom's footsteps selling handmade silver jewelry
Thomas Laraia sells handmade sterling silver rings, earrings, necklaces and bracelets through his jewelry company Tommy Conch, located at booth No. 32 in the Christmas Village. Laraia is from New York City and now lives in Princeton, and he was inspired by his mother to get into jewelry making.December 16, 2024
Pets
More than 30 cats rescued from South Philly home are available for adoption at ACCT Philly
ACCT Philly helped the Philadelphia Fire Department rescue 33 cats from a home in South Philadelphia where there was a death. The cats range in age from 7 months to 8 years old, and they are all available to adopt at the North Philly shelter.December 16, 2024
Wildlife
Atlantic City Aquarium reopening delayed again due to HVAC replacement
The Atlantic City Aquarium, which has been closed since 2020, was scheduled to reopen in December 2024. The reopening has been pushed back to 2025, because the HVAC replacement has not been completed.December 15, 2024
Investigations
1 dead, 4 injured in shooting in North Philadelphia
Five people were shot, and one person died, early Sunday morning in North Philadelphia, police said. The shooting happened just before 5:30 a.m. near the intersection of D Street and Wyoming Avenue. A 23-year-old man that was shot was taken to the hospital by a private vehicle, but died upon arrival. The four other people that were shot are expected to recover, authorities said.December 15, 2024
Social Media
Joe Jonas reflects on injury before Atlantic City concert that left him needing stitches in new TikTok
Joe Jonas, of the Jonas Brothers, posted a TikTok detailing the story of how he injured his face and needed stitches while filming a video backstage at an Atlantic City concert on Hannah Montana's 2007-2008 tour.
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