Voice: Christina Griffith

Gaming for Good
Philly is at the forefront of a rapidly growing, remarkably diverse community of gaming enthusiasts. It’s welcoming to all — and deeply, wonderfully weird.
By Christina Griffith
Why Is Tyree Wallace Still in Prison?
Despite high-profile efforts of advocates like sports reporter Michael Barkann, the Point Breeze native has spent 26 years imprisoned for a murder witnesses say he didn’t commit. That hasn’t stopped the citizen activist from serving others
By Christina Griffith
“Why Would They Do This?”
An Afghan teacher, a U.S. author and the Philly-fueled rescue from Taliban oppression
By Christina Griffith
Meet Ryan Barksdale
The Integrity Icon winner, who is community relations officer for the 25th District, lives every moment by his father’s mantra: Be someone’s cup of coffee
By Christina Griffith
A Local Experiment in Scandinavian Justice
An ongoing research study at the state prison in Chester is looking at how Scandinavian-style changes could make prison safer, more productive and more effective — for inmates, workers and the community.
By Christina Griffith
WURD’s Message in Our Music
Philadelphia’s Black radio station gathers OGs and MCs to celebrate hip hop’s 50th anniversary with “education, reflection and inspiration”
By Christina Griffith
A New Way To Police Philly?
Like cities around the world, Philly’s Police Assisted Diversion pilot has referred thousands of low-level offenders to social services instead of jail. The program is spreading to every district in the city this summer
By Christina Griffith
Jalon Alexander Thinks Tech Can Save Philly
The City Council at-large candidate’s vision includes better school funding, growing tech jobs … and Drone Force Philly
By Christina Griffith
City Bright Philadelphia Saturday Cleanup
A local nonprofit combines picking up litter with help for people who are homeless. You’re invited to their next event
By Christina Griffith
Philadelphians We Are Thankful For
All year long, The Philadelphia Citizen celebrates Philadelphians who make our city and world a better place. Here are some of our all-time favorites.
By Christina Griffith