🚍 SEPTA riders brace for cuts

🚌 SEPTA Almost at Point of No Return

The state House of Representatives returns to vote on Sunday on a bill that would increase the sales tax in order to fund SEPTA. But we’re still waiting on the Republican-controlled Senate to return to work and approve a budget that is nearly six weeks late. If there’s no budget that includes SEPTA funds by Thursday, drastic cuts will disrupt the lives of thousands of commuters. [X, 🎧 City Cast Philly]

⚖️ Suspect Arrested in Connection to Grays Ferry Mass Shooting

After three people were killed and nine injured in a mass shooting over Independence Day weekend, a suspect has finally been apprehended. And Philadelphia police say they’re close to charging more people. Over 140 bullets recovered from the scene were traced back to 13 different guns. [🎧 City Cast Philly, CBS Philly]

🩺 Could You Be Losing Your Health Insurance?

Due to pending federal Medicaid cuts, 300,000 Pennsylvanians could soon be without care. But because the Department of Human Services partners with private insurance companies, many participants get commercial insurance cards even if their care is supported by public dollars. And so they may not know they’re at risk of losing their coverage. [🔒The Inquirer]

🎤 Sing Your Heart Out

Relieve some stress by going out and grabbing a mic! Whether you prefer performing in front of a crowd or in a private room, here are some of the best karaoke spots in the city. [🔒 Philly Mag]

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