Stephen Stirling
@sstirling.bsky.social
Data journalist, current data editor at the Philadelphia Inquirer. Past: NJ.com, APP.com, Columbia Journalism Investigations. Jersey guy. Lifelong creator. Sports and weather geek.
The things I do: https://sstirling.github.io
The things I do: https://sstirling.github.io
Very interesting to me that despite Duffy saying 6% cancellations will continue, delays and cancels at PHL appear to have fallen off significantly after a tentative shutdown deal was reached.
November 13, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Very interesting to me that despite Duffy saying 6% cancellations will continue, delays and cancels at PHL appear to have fallen off significantly after a tentative shutdown deal was reached.
Updated my script that monitors NHL clutch scorers for the 25-26 season.
Dylan Guenther and Seth Jarvis have already potted 4 GWG in 16 games.
Dylan Guenther and Seth Jarvis have already potted 4 GWG in 16 games.
November 12, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Updated my script that monitors NHL clutch scorers for the 25-26 season.
Dylan Guenther and Seth Jarvis have already potted 4 GWG in 16 games.
Dylan Guenther and Seth Jarvis have already potted 4 GWG in 16 games.
This is a chart about PHL. You could make it for most major airports in the US today. It is also a chart about politics.
November 11, 2025 at 12:22 PM
This is a chart about PHL. You could make it for most major airports in the US today. It is also a chart about politics.
NJ population, by race, with one dot per person.
November 2, 2025 at 12:59 PM
NJ population, by race, with one dot per person.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia population, by race, one dot per person.
November 2, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia population, by race, one dot per person.
Interesting analysis ahead of Tuesday's election.
Teamed up with @shanegoldmacher.bsky.social to take a look at the NJ governor’s race & what its results could tell us about the durability of Trump’s 2024 gains/“realignments”
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/30/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/10/30/u...
What New Jersey Could Reveal About the Rightward Shift of Hispanic Voters
www.nytimes.com
October 30, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Interesting analysis ahead of Tuesday's election.
I love this. All of the top names for specific-colored cats in Philly make sense.
And then there's Doug.
More on Kitty City: www.inquirer.com/health/pets/...
And then there's Doug.
More on Kitty City: www.inquirer.com/health/pets/...
October 30, 2025 at 12:56 PM
I love this. All of the top names for specific-colored cats in Philly make sense.
And then there's Doug.
More on Kitty City: www.inquirer.com/health/pets/...
And then there's Doug.
More on Kitty City: www.inquirer.com/health/pets/...
Jalen Purrts. Al Pawcino. Catrick Swayzee.
We give the cats of Philly their moment.
via Lizzie Mulvey and Charmaine Runes
www.inquirer.com/health/pets/...
We give the cats of Philly their moment.
via Lizzie Mulvey and Charmaine Runes
www.inquirer.com/health/pets/...
How popular is your cats’s name? Find out in our breakdown of top names and colors in Philly.
Inquirer analysis of Philly adopted cats counts: 54 Lunas, 38 Simbas, and 1 Jalen Purrts
www.inquirer.com
October 30, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Jalen Purrts. Al Pawcino. Catrick Swayzee.
We give the cats of Philly their moment.
via Lizzie Mulvey and Charmaine Runes
www.inquirer.com/health/pets/...
We give the cats of Philly their moment.
via Lizzie Mulvey and Charmaine Runes
www.inquirer.com/health/pets/...
Analysis shows both NJ candidates are bringing in the majority of their donations from the wealthiest and whitest sections of the state.
Fascinating stuff on the money race in NJ from @joeyerardi.bsky.social, @aliyareports.bsky.social and John Duchneskie.
Story: www.inquirer.com/politics/ele...
Fascinating stuff on the money race in NJ from @joeyerardi.bsky.social, @aliyareports.bsky.social and John Duchneskie.
Story: www.inquirer.com/politics/ele...
October 29, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Analysis shows both NJ candidates are bringing in the majority of their donations from the wealthiest and whitest sections of the state.
Fascinating stuff on the money race in NJ from @joeyerardi.bsky.social, @aliyareports.bsky.social and John Duchneskie.
Story: www.inquirer.com/politics/ele...
Fascinating stuff on the money race in NJ from @joeyerardi.bsky.social, @aliyareports.bsky.social and John Duchneskie.
Story: www.inquirer.com/politics/ele...
Firing this back up for the new season. It's a long year, but off to a good start for Jack or Jesper becoming the #NJDevils first 100-point player.
October 27, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Firing this back up for the new season. It's a long year, but off to a good start for Jack or Jesper becoming the #NJDevils first 100-point player.
In Pennsylvania, where there is no state or federal budget in place, the consequences of political intransigence are mounting.
These shelters are closing at a time when the average overnight low temperature is 42 degrees and falling.
via Ximena Conde and Gillian McGoldrick
These shelters are closing at a time when the average overnight low temperature is 42 degrees and falling.
via Ximena Conde and Gillian McGoldrick
Delco homeless shelter system to close two shelters amid Harrisburg budget impasse
The closures, though likely temporary until state lawmakers approve a budget, would mark a major blow to a system some say is on the brink of collapse in one of Pennsylvania's most populous counties.
www.inquirer.com
October 27, 2025 at 12:04 PM
In Pennsylvania, where there is no state or federal budget in place, the consequences of political intransigence are mounting.
These shelters are closing at a time when the average overnight low temperature is 42 degrees and falling.
via Ximena Conde and Gillian McGoldrick
These shelters are closing at a time when the average overnight low temperature is 42 degrees and falling.
via Ximena Conde and Gillian McGoldrick
What's the fastest way out of the Linc after an Eagles game?
The @inquirer.com assembled a world-class team of racers to find out:
🚕 - Ariel Simpson
🚗 - @mediabyhenry.bsky.social
🚲 - @jasen.bsky.social
🚗 - Julie Zeglen
🚌 - John Duchneskie
www.inquirer.com/eagles/inq2/...
The @inquirer.com assembled a world-class team of racers to find out:
🚕 - Ariel Simpson
🚗 - @mediabyhenry.bsky.social
🚲 - @jasen.bsky.social
🚗 - Julie Zeglen
🚌 - John Duchneskie
www.inquirer.com/eagles/inq2/...
Escape The Linc: We raced to find the fastest way out after an Eagles game
Inquirer staffers braved the post-Eagles game crowds to test five ways — including SEPTA, a rideshare, and more — to beat the rush home from Lincoln Financial Field. Here's what won.
www.inquirer.com
October 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
What's the fastest way out of the Linc after an Eagles game?
The @inquirer.com assembled a world-class team of racers to find out:
🚕 - Ariel Simpson
🚗 - @mediabyhenry.bsky.social
🚲 - @jasen.bsky.social
🚗 - Julie Zeglen
🚌 - John Duchneskie
www.inquirer.com/eagles/inq2/...
The @inquirer.com assembled a world-class team of racers to find out:
🚕 - Ariel Simpson
🚗 - @mediabyhenry.bsky.social
🚲 - @jasen.bsky.social
🚗 - Julie Zeglen
🚌 - John Duchneskie
www.inquirer.com/eagles/inq2/...
Was surprised by this disparity among immigration judges ruling on asylum cases, detailed in @joeyerardi.bsky.social's thorough look at asylum data in Philly.
The 50+ pt spread among judges interpreting the same laws is difficult to navigate, attys say.
Story: www.inquirer.com/politics/asy...
The 50+ pt spread among judges interpreting the same laws is difficult to navigate, attys say.
Story: www.inquirer.com/politics/asy...
October 19, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Was surprised by this disparity among immigration judges ruling on asylum cases, detailed in @joeyerardi.bsky.social's thorough look at asylum data in Philly.
The 50+ pt spread among judges interpreting the same laws is difficult to navigate, attys say.
Story: www.inquirer.com/politics/asy...
The 50+ pt spread among judges interpreting the same laws is difficult to navigate, attys say.
Story: www.inquirer.com/politics/asy...
The 76 from @inquirer.com is here.
If you're into the food scene in Philly, don't miss this dazzling and comprehensive guide to the city's best plates.
www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/be...
If you're into the food scene in Philly, don't miss this dazzling and comprehensive guide to the city's best plates.
www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/be...
The 76 2025: The most vital restaurants in the Philly area
In our annual guide to the Philly dining scene, 40 new restaurants nab spots.
www.inquirer.com
October 15, 2025 at 11:38 AM
The 76 from @inquirer.com is here.
If you're into the food scene in Philly, don't miss this dazzling and comprehensive guide to the city's best plates.
www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/be...
If you're into the food scene in Philly, don't miss this dazzling and comprehensive guide to the city's best plates.
www.inquirer.com/food/inq2/be...
Fascinating spotlight on the complex world of targeted political advertising by @aliyareports.bsky.social & @joeyerardi.bsky.social
Who this GOP group wants — and doesn’t want — to see its N.J. governor’s race ads
A pro-Ciattarelli super PAC excluded disproportionately nonwhite areas from its YouTube attack ads on Mikie Sherrill except for a recent push in Passaic County.
www.inquirer.com
October 8, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Fascinating spotlight on the complex world of targeted political advertising by @aliyareports.bsky.social & @joeyerardi.bsky.social
Millions pour into Pa. judicial retention race as groups aligned with both parties seek to sway the power balance on the state's highest court.
via @joeyerardi.bsky.social and Gillian McGoldrick
www.inquirer.com/politics/pen...
via @joeyerardi.bsky.social and Gillian McGoldrick
www.inquirer.com/politics/pen...
More than $7 million has poured into the Pa. Supreme Court judicial retention election so far
Voters on Nov. 4 will be asked to mark “yes” or “no” on whether each justice should be retained for another 10-year term, in what are usually sleepy off-year elections.
www.inquirer.com
September 26, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Millions pour into Pa. judicial retention race as groups aligned with both parties seek to sway the power balance on the state's highest court.
via @joeyerardi.bsky.social and Gillian McGoldrick
www.inquirer.com/politics/pen...
via @joeyerardi.bsky.social and Gillian McGoldrick
www.inquirer.com/politics/pen...
International tourism, led by 🇨🇦, is down significantly in Philadelphia.
More on new complications on the horizon as well as opportunities for the city in 2026: www.inquirer.com/business/can...
More on new complications on the horizon as well as opportunities for the city in 2026: www.inquirer.com/business/can...
September 17, 2025 at 12:03 PM
International tourism, led by 🇨🇦, is down significantly in Philadelphia.
More on new complications on the horizon as well as opportunities for the city in 2026: www.inquirer.com/business/can...
More on new complications on the horizon as well as opportunities for the city in 2026: www.inquirer.com/business/can...
The number of Pa. law enforcement agencies partnering with ICE has quadrupled since the start of June.
More from @joeyerardi.bsky.social and @jeffgammage.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/news/pennsyl...
More from @joeyerardi.bsky.social and @jeffgammage.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/news/pennsyl...
September 16, 2025 at 11:04 AM
The number of Pa. law enforcement agencies partnering with ICE has quadrupled since the start of June.
More from @joeyerardi.bsky.social and @jeffgammage.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/news/pennsyl...
More from @joeyerardi.bsky.social and @jeffgammage.bsky.social: www.inquirer.com/news/pennsyl...
Do you own a home in Philly? Let us help you save some $$$.
Answer a few questions, and we'll tell you if your home potentially qualifies for some big tax savings.
via Lizzie Mulvey and Levi Jiang
Answer a few questions, and we'll tell you if your home potentially qualifies for some big tax savings.
via Lizzie Mulvey and Levi Jiang
Thousands of Philly homeowners are missing out on a tax break. Are you one of them?
Complete our survey to see what assistance you can apply to and how much you’d save on your real estate taxes.
www.inquirer.com
September 10, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Do you own a home in Philly? Let us help you save some $$$.
Answer a few questions, and we'll tell you if your home potentially qualifies for some big tax savings.
via Lizzie Mulvey and Levi Jiang
Answer a few questions, and we'll tell you if your home potentially qualifies for some big tax savings.
via Lizzie Mulvey and Levi Jiang
Its already September but 🍅 season is still crushing. Not ready to let go of this yet.
September 5, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Its already September but 🍅 season is still crushing. Not ready to let go of this yet.
See, this is why municipal meetings need to be covered: youtu.be/iKwQaT2rNM4?...
Cranford Town Meeting September 2, 2025
YouTube video by CranfordTV35
youtu.be
September 3, 2025 at 10:06 PM
See, this is why municipal meetings need to be covered: youtu.be/iKwQaT2rNM4?...
There was a solution in sight for Eastwick's chronic flooding problems. But actions by the Trump administration could wash it away.
Via Katie Bernard
www.inquirer.com/politics/pen...
Via Katie Bernard
www.inquirer.com/politics/pen...
Delco and Philly residents feel ‘abandoned’ as Trump admin cuts grants meant to protect area from flooding
The Trump administration canceled grants for work along the Darby Creek that would have helped mitigate flooding that has gotten worse in recent years.
www.inquirer.com
August 28, 2025 at 11:20 AM
There was a solution in sight for Eastwick's chronic flooding problems. But actions by the Trump administration could wash it away.
Via Katie Bernard
www.inquirer.com/politics/pen...
Via Katie Bernard
www.inquirer.com/politics/pen...
Fascinating interactive maps of NJ primary election results.
Story: www.inquirer.com/politics/mik...
Via @joeyerardi.bsky.social , Chris A. Williams of the Inky data team, and Julia Terruso from politics. (Fixed link)
Story: www.inquirer.com/politics/mik...
Via @joeyerardi.bsky.social , Chris A. Williams of the Inky data team, and Julia Terruso from politics. (Fixed link)
August 25, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Fascinating interactive maps of NJ primary election results.
Story: www.inquirer.com/politics/mik...
Via @joeyerardi.bsky.social , Chris A. Williams of the Inky data team, and Julia Terruso from politics. (Fixed link)
Story: www.inquirer.com/politics/mik...
Via @joeyerardi.bsky.social , Chris A. Williams of the Inky data team, and Julia Terruso from politics. (Fixed link)
