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I have a friend who has been trying to reach someone at the IRS for their business - but they can't get anyone on the phone at the Philly, KOP or Media office.

Any advice or tips or contacts other than going down there?

Reddit was right — Wonder was not wonderful and I paid way too much for this disappointing meal:
 
Last Friday, I had a taste for brisket and wanted to try Wonder’s BBQ (using a Uber Eats promo code). I could have went to my kitchen and made a quick little chili, but I wanted to treat myself. Welp — Reddit wins again. I should have listened to the 18 people who responded to Have You Tried Wonder on the Ask Philly sub/Reddit. Only one person had something positive to say, about Wonder’s food. So being an optimist (and a little foolish and hungry) — I put in my hopeful order. I knew something was wrong when the first charge hit my card for $26 — then the $48 and then the tip. I ordered from the Jenkintown location. Full article below

Reddit Was Right - Wonder is not wonderful

Hey Happy Friday -

Have you tried Wonder and if so - what did you get and how did you like it?

Are you following this story? What do you think?

The Houston Police Department (HPD) confirmed Friday that they fired Ashley Gonzalez following an expedited Internal Affairs investigation into her racist Instagram rant.

In the viral video, Gonzalez repeatedly used the N-word, mocked slavery, and described her mistreatment of Black people while on and off duty. The video prompted community and national outrage and protests outside HPD headquarters Friday morning.

Houston Police Chief J. Noe Diaz Jr. issued a direct, strongly worded statement announcing her termination. FOX 26 Houston said:

“The behavior exhibited by Ashley Gonzalez was abhorrent, disgusting, and entirely unacceptable. It is deeply disturbing and has no place in law enforcement or in our community.”

Houston Mayor John Whitmire also condemned racist comments, calling them “outrageous and reprehensible,” according to Houston Public Media.

Do you celebrate May Day - if so how, why?

The Houston Police Department (HPD) confirmed Friday that they fired Ashley Gonzalez following an expedited Internal Affairs investigation into her racist Instagram rant.

In the viral video, Gonzalez repeatedly used the N-word, mocked slavery, and described her mistreatment of Black people while on and off duty. The video prompted community and national outrage and protests outside HPD headquarters Friday morning.

Ashley Gonzalez Fired

If you’re a Philadelphia community-based nonprofit looking to fund a project or event, the Philadelphia Activities Fund (PAF) is a good place to start. The grant’s website says it supports programs “that promote sportsmanship, arts, health, skills training, and motivational learning experiences for residents across the city”. Here’s some things you should know:

Application Deadline: May 15, 2026