Kristin Hunt

Kristin Hunt is a senior staff writer for PhillyVoice. A history and pop culture junkie, she spends her spare time stalking the Free Library shelves and binge watching TCM. She has previously contributed to Vulture, GQ, Mental Floss, JSTOR Daily, and The Washington Post.

kristin@phillyvoice.com

June 26, 2026

Movies

Bradley Cooper's first movie 'Wet Hot American Summer' returns to theaters

by Kristin Hunt

Bradley Cooper's first movie 'Wet Hot American Summer' is returning to theaters for its 25th anniversary. The cult comedy will play King of Prussia on Aug. 16 and 19. It also features Paul Rudd, Elizabeth Banks and Amy Poehler.

June 26, 2026

Investigations

Police uncover evidence of narcotics grow operation, explosive material at Olney home

by Kristin Hunt

Philly police have uncovered evidence of a narcotics grow operation and explosive material at an Olney home. U.S. Park Police, the FBI and DEA are involved in the investigation. Eugene Horsch, 44, has been arrested.

June 25, 2026

Streaming

Honor your country, Philadelphia, by streaming these movies set in the city

by Kristin Hunt

Show Philadelphia pride and patriotism by streaming these movies set in the city ahead of the Fourth of July. The 'Rocky' and 'Creed' series are on Netflix, while Hulu has 'National Treasure,' a thematic pick for America 250.

June 25, 2026

Food & Drink

Bellevue Hotel's new restaurant is an inventive ode to Thomas Edison

by Kristin Hunt

Mr. Edison, the new project from China Grill Management President Jeffrey Chodorow, has opened inside the Bellevue Hotel. The restaurant nods to Thomas Edison through its light bulb sculpture, Ferris wheel and themed cocktails.

June 24, 2026

Streaming

Philly stars in Netflix's 'The American Experiment' alongside Hillary Clinton and Mike Pence

by Kristin Hunt

'The American Experiment,' a five-part docuseries on the Revolutionary War and founding of the United States, drops on Netflix on Wednesday. It features commentary from Museum of the American Revolution staff and Hillary Clinton.

June 24, 2026

Health News

Daryl Hall's kidney transplant is part of a growing trend in organ donations

by Kristin Hunt

Daryl Hall, co-founder of Hall & Oates, recently underwent a kidney transplant. The number of organ donations from live donors has steadily increased since the COVID-19 pandemic, though most still come from deceased people.

June 23, 2026

Investigations

Two Philly pastors charged with sexual abuse of minors

by Kristin Hunt

Two Philly pastors have been charged with the sexual abuse of minors. Isaiah Banks, 30, of Second Pilgrim Baptist Church, and Bryan Jackson, 42, of Garden of Prayer World's Center, have posted bail and were released.

June 22, 2026

Crime

Philly woman pleads guilty to voting twice in 2024 presidential election

by Kristin Hunt

A Philly woman has pleaded guilty to voting twice in the 2024 presidential election. Miya Pack, 40, cast an early ballot in Bergen County, New Jersey, and went to a polling place in Cobbs Creek on Nov. 5. She was registered in both states.

June 22, 2026

Health News

Coca-Cola, Pepsi products to include QR codes with more detailed ingredient information on the can

by Kristin Hunt

Coca-Cola, Pepsi and Dr Pepper products will include QR codes with more detailed nutrition information on the cans and bottles. The American Beverage Association trade group is linking customers to a database of ingredients.

June 19, 2026

Music

Tierra Whack debuts new mixtape and music video featuring vintage Eagles gear and urban cowboys

by Kristin Hunt

North Philly native Tierra Whack dropped 'Whack's Museum' on Juneteenth. The 12-track mixtape is her first major release since 'World Wide Whack.' She recently collaborated with Jill Scott on 'Norf Side.'