Encampment Persists at Penn, FDR Park Updates & Philly News Quiz
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It’s another midweek roundup! Today’s topics include the latest from the pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania and updates on the lawsuit filed by Philly residents over the city’s makeover of FDR Park. Plus, we test your knowledge with a Philly news quiz. City Cast Philly podcast host Trenae Nuri is joined by the Daily Pennsylvanian’s Editor-in-Chief Jared Mitovich, executive producer Laura Benshoff, and Hey Philly newsletter editor Asha Prihar. Our news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  Here's where things stand one week since Penn ordered the Gaza Solidarity Encampment to disband Following week-long silence from Penn, faculty and admin. work to advance encampment negotiations Lawsuit fails to stop FDR Park renovations Orphans’ Court won’t hear FDR Park lawsuit in win for city, renovation supporters Despite pitched opposition, city begins cutting down heritage trees at FDR Park Want some more Philly news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Philly. We’re also on Twitter and Instagram! Follow us @citycastphilly. Have a question or just want to share some thoughts with the team? Leave us a voicemail at 215-259-8170.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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