Sheriff Faces a Judge, Kids’ Test Scores are MIA & Philly Shuts Down Ritz Five

We’re talking about how a judge is finally taking on dysfunction in the Sheriff’s Office, students and teachers across the commonwealth are waiting for test scores, and why an Old City movie theater is closed. Host Trenae Nuri and executive producer Matt Katz talk about these stories and the thousands of athletes and spectators watching the Philadelphia Cycling Classic this weekend. Plus, for our final segment just for City Cast Philly Neighbors, we’re chatting with the newest member of our team who’s gonna share some deep Philly cuts.  Our Friday news roundups are powered by great local journalism:  After six years of chaos in Philly Sheriff's Office, Rochelle Bilal must answer to judges The Phils Honored Rochelle Bilal?  Philadelphia’s state test scores are delayed this year  Paying parents to become influencers and other priorities for Philly schools superintendent in 2026-27 Ritz Five movie theater shut down indefinitely due to fire code violation 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. Sign up here.  Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise Learn more about the sponsors of this episode:  Fitler Club Advertise on the podcast or in the newsletter: citycast.fm/advertise

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