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Waymo Comes to Town, Fetterman Votes for War & Philly Drinks for America’s 250th

May 15, 2026·30 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

It's the Friday News Roundup! Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk through whether City Council has the power to regulate driverless vehicles. Also, there are new $10 bus rides going to over 50 northeastern cities and a new hotel cocktail program is inspired by the country's 250th anniversary. Plus, City Cast Philly Neighbors can play along in the members-only segment as Trenae's knowledge on the upcoming primary election is tested.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Concerns over driverless cars in Philadelphia Philadelphia officials question city’s lack of power over driverless cars City Council committee hearing on Waymo OurBus to offer $10 bus fares out of Philadelphia for nearly three weeks Philly unveils parking crackdown near World Cup Fan Festival  Lemon Hill Temporary Residential Parking Permits John Fetterman casts deciding vote against limiting Trump's war in Iran Spirit of 76 Cocktails  The boozy business of the American Revolution went down in Philly bars So Much Madeira What To Know Before You Head to the Polls on May 19 Our newsletter has Philly news & events in your inbox every weekday morning. Call or text us: 215-259-8170 Instagram: @citycastphilly Support our show and get great perks as a City Cast Philly Neighbor: membership.citycast.fm Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Free Library of Philadelphia

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