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Shooting at Eid Event

Three people were shot at a 1,000-person event celebrating Eid al-Fitr in West Philly. On Wednesday afternoon, police said they had recovered four firearms and taken five people into custody. The shooting reportedly stemmed from a personal feud. [Inquirer 🔒]

🚗 Distracted Driving Laws May Be Tightened

Texting while driving is already illegal, but the Pennsylvania House passed a bill that would create a $50 fine for any use of a handheld device behind the wheel. The state Senate needs to agree to the House’s amendments before the bill goes to the governor’s desk. [Pennsylvania Capital-Star]

City Ramps Up Kensington Outreach

Mayor Cherelle Parker’s administration is increasing evening outreach and making a list of people living on the street near Kensington and Allegheny Avenues before the city’s planned clearing of the area on May 8. [Inquirer 🔒]

🌳 Time for Parks on Tap

The city’s traveling beer garden series will kick off in Fairmount Park next Wednesday and land in 19 different city parks by the end of the season in September. [PhillyVoice]

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Best Day Hikes Near Philly

In and around Philly, Pennsylvania has some spectacular nature walks and hikes. Whether you’re a birder, a waterfall lover, or just want to get some steps in, there’s a trail or a park for you. City Cast Philly podcast producer Abby Fritz speaks with Jim Cheney, the writer and photographer behind the travel blog UncoveringPA.com, about the best day hikes in our area.