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.
September 29, 2024
Entertainment
David Corenswet says he bulked up to 230 pounds for 'Superman' role
Philly native David Corenswet said he underwent a physical transformation, involving bulking up to over 230 pounds, to play Superman in next year's DC Studios film. He talked about the 'Superman' preparations during the latest episode of the 'Manly Things (Sort Of)' podcast.September 29, 2024
Investigations
Pittsburgh man, N.J. woman charged in connection with last weekend's car meetups across Philadelphia
Alexis Boyce, 20, of Englishtown, New Jersey, and Albert Woynar, 18, of Pittsburgh, have been charged in connection with the large illegal car meetups that took place across Philadelphia last weekend. Two other people were previously arrested in connection with the meetups.September 29, 2024
Nature
Earth will gain a 'mini moon' for two months in the form of a tiny asteroid
Earth's orbit will capture an asteroid on Sunday, called a 'mini moon.' The tiny asteroid, called PT5, will stick around until Nov. 25, according to NASA. It can't be seen with the naked eye or an amateur telescope, but can be seen with professional telescopes.September 26, 2024
Family-Friendly
Philadelphia Flower Show returns in March with futuristic 'Gardens of Tomorrow' theme
The 2025 Philadelphia Flower Show will be at the Pennsylvania Convention Center from March 1-9. This year's theme will be 'Gardens of Tomorrow,' focused on the future of gardening, and there will be a new Floral Fanatic Pass that grants daily entry to the show.September 26, 2024
Investigations
Second arrest made in investigation of last weekend's car meetups across Philadelphia
Deonte Vincent, 25, will face several charges for allegedly speeding toward police and striking a vehicle during the car meetups that took place across Philadelphia on Saturday night into Sunday. Police said another man was already arrested during the meetups. About 25 people were also given citations for their involvement, and 38 cars have been identified.September 25, 2024
Investigations
19-year-old pleads guilty in fatal 2022 Roxborough High School shooting
Zyhied Jones, 19, pleaded guilty Wednesday for his part in the Sept. 27, 2022, shooting that killed Nicolas Elizalde, 14, outside Roxborough High School. Jones, who was 17 at the time, was one of five suspects who allegedly fired more than 60 bullets at a group of football players on the 4700 block of Pechin Street.September 25, 2024
Holiday
It's Halloween all October at Franklin Square with Spooky Mini Golf, fountain light shows and free pumpkins for kids
Franklin Square's monthlong roster of Halloween events begins with Spooky Mini Golf from Oct. 1-31. New this year at the park is the Boo-zy Bar. There will be a pumpkin patch on Oct. 19, where children can get free pumpkins and trick-or-treating on Oct. 26.September 25, 2024
TV
'Abbott Elementary' trailer teases class pets, ringworm infections in Season 4
A trailer for Season 4 of 'Abbott Elementary' dropped Wednesday, teasing that the fictional Philly school teachers will deal with ringworm infections and unfriendly class pets. The new season premieres Wednesday, Oct. 9, at 9:30 p.m. on ABC.September 24, 2024
Investigations
N.J. police seize more than 4,000 marijuana plants worth over $1 million, prosecutor's office says
Hanzi Chen, Suxia Li and Deng Huan Hong were arrested and charged with running a marijuana production facility worth more than $1 million in Buena, Atlantic County, the prosecutor's office said. A three-month investigation by N.J. state police found that the three residences inhabited by the accused were converted into 'sophisticated' grow sites with over 4,000 plants. Hearings are scheduled for Wednesday.September 24, 2024
Food & Drink
Little Walter's chosen among New York Times' top 50 restaurants in the U.S.
East Kensington Polish restaurant Little Walter's was one of three restaurants representing Pennsylvania, and the only Philadelphia eatery, on the New York Times' 2024 'Restaurant List,' which published Monday. Sweet Amalia Market & Kitchen, of Gloucester County, was the only restaurant chosen from New Jersey. The list features the top 50 restaurants in the U.S., as chosen by New York Times reporters and editors.Just In
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