Molly McVety

Molly McVety is a staff writer for PhillyVoice with interests in both the natural and man-made environment, community debates and all things pop culture. She has previously written for DelawareOnline / The News Journal and received her bachelor’s degree in environmental science from the University of Delaware. When she’s not writing Molly enjoys making and listening to music, taking long walks and cooking.

molly@phillyvoice.com

June 19, 2026

Lawsuits

Trump administration sues Philadelphia over law that bans ICE agents from wearing masks, using unmarked cars

by Molly McVety

The U.S. Justice Department claims a Philadelphia law that bans ICE agents from wearing facial covering and using unmarked vehicles is unconstitutional. The Trump administration filed a lawsuit challenging the law on Thursday.

June 18, 2026

Transportation

SEPTA reaches new contract with its police officers, averting strike possibility

by Molly McVety

SEPTA and its police officers union reached a tentative, three-year contract on Wednesday that includes a 5% salary increase in the first year and 3.5% raises in the second and third years. It avoids a potential strike.

June 17, 2026

Crime

Ocean County man arrested after allegedly hitting ICE agent with a van in Manahawkin

by Molly McVety

Federal officials arrested Eduardo Cruz-Garcia, 39, of Barnegat Township, after he allegedly drove his van into an ICE agent during a traffic stop.

June 17, 2026

Arts & Culture

Netflix renews Kevin Hart and Tina Fey's shows for new seasons

by Molly McVety

Netflix announced that it has greenlit new seasons for Tina Fey's dramedy 'The Four Seasons' and Kevin Hart's stand-up comedy competition 'Funny AF.'

June 17, 2026

Business

By the numbers: City touts attendance totals and preparedness for World Cup

by Molly McVety

City leaders touted a 'strong opening' to Philadelphia's debut as a World Cup host city, with over 68,000 fans attending the match at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday, and 109,000 people going to the first four days of the FIFA Fan Festival.

June 16, 2026

Development

SEPTA moves forward with mixed-use development at Germantown Station

by Molly McVety

SEPTA said it would seek requests for information from potential developers about the future of Germantown Station on the Chestnut HIll East Line. The authority is looking to establish a mixed-use property at the site.

June 16, 2026

Celebrities

Lancaster County company reportedly building stage for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding

by Molly McVety

Taylor Swift is commissioning Rock Lititz, an entertainment company in Lancaster County that she's previously worked with, to build a stage for her star-studded wedding to Travis Kelce, TMZ reported.

June 15, 2026

History

Contents of America’s Time Capsule revealed ahead of July 4 burial at Independence Hall

by Molly McVety

Organizers revealed items from each state that are sealed in a time capsule to commemorating America's 250th anniversary that will be buried 10 feet below Independence Hall on July 4.

June 15, 2026

Crime

ICE agent fires gun after being hit by van while attempting an arrest in Ocean County

by Molly McVety

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer sustained unknown injuries after being struck by a van in Ocean County on Monday morning, police said.

June 12, 2026

Celebrities

Taylor Swift becomes youngest woman inducted into Songwriters Hall of Fame

by Molly McVety

Taylor Swift, 36, became the youngest woman to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame on Thursday. During her acceptance speech, she thanked her family for moving from Berks County to Nashville so she could pursue a music career as a teenager.