🚲 Philly Bike Ride is back

⚖️ Can a Sign Stop Illegal Gun Purchases?

A new law intends to halt the practice of buying a gun for someone who can’t legally own one, otherwise known as “straw purchasing.” Local gun shops are now required to post orange signs warning potential buyers about the act and its legal consequences. But how prevalent is straw purchasing in Philly, and will this new method be effective? [🎧 City Cast Philly]

📣 Philly Hotel Workers Prepare To Strike

Ahead of a travel surge for next year’s semiquincentennial festivities, Sheraton Philadelphia Downtown union workers have authorized a strike and are demanding wage increases, improved healthcare benefits for dependents, and increased staffing. A work stoppage could begin as soon as this week, while workers at other area hotels are also preparing to vote on strikes. [🔒 The Inquirer]

🗺️ Local Immigrant Aid Groups Pivot Amid Federal Challenges

Philly-area immigrant and refugee support organizations are figuring out new ways to administer services following federal funding cuts and layoffs. Groups like HIAS PA have strengthened their legal aid programs, but social support programs such as refugee resettlement initiatives, health and wellness programs, and employment assistance are disappearing. [Al-Bustan News]

🪧 New Historical Markers Coming to Philly

Signifiers marking the history behind the Bellevue-Stratford Hotel, Kensington Riots of 1844, and the 1919 Schenck v. United States Supreme Court Case are among 14 new historical markers approved for installation. The Pennsylvania Museum and Historical Marker Commission said these signs will mark the country’s 250th birthday next year, with more nominations in the works. [Philly Voice]

🚲 Philly Bike Ride Returns for 4th Year

Philadelphians can now register for a 20-mile, care-free cycling event on Oct. 18. Participants of all ages can peddle at their own pace past local landmarks and end the day with a festival featuring wellness activities, food trucks, and entertainment. [Metro Philly]

We’re back with another “Where Is It?” challenge, our game where you guess the location of street art and landmarks around the city.

Do you know where this sculpture is?

While you’re out searching, you can also:

📍 Use a neighborhood guide as a reference.

🏛️ Visit the Mütter Museum.

🍽️ Dine outside at these Philly restaurants.

🎨 View other artwork in the city.

♻️ Drop off compost.

🍁 Attend a fall fest.

🗳️ Register to vote.