📄 City Council wants to unmask ICE

City Lawmakers Want to Keep ICE Out

Councilmembers Kendra Brooks and Rue Landau introduced legislation yesterday morning that would further restrict U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement actions in the city. Proposed policies include banning federal agents from wearing masks and using city property as staging locations. The announcement came after the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by ICE agents in Minnesota sparked nationwide protests, including in Philly. [🎧 City Cast Philly, 🎧 City Cast Twin Cities]

• Related: While local lawmakers take action, on Monday, U.S. Sen. John Fetterman denounced the shootings after days of silence, but has yet to commit to a “no” vote for more Department of Homeland Security funding. Fetterman then called on Trump to fire DHS Secretary Kristi Noem yesterday. [The Hill]

Major League Baseball Is All in on Philly

The MLB announced it will have several activations throughout All-Star Week in July, including events at Independence Mall, Citizens Bank Park, and an All-Star Village at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The league also promises to invest in local community projects leading up to the Midsummer Classic. [🔒 Philadelphia Business Journal]

• Related: The All-Star Game and Home Run Derby are just two of the many major events Philly’s hosting this year. So, how are we pulling this all off? [🎧 City Cast Philly]

The Best Dives in the City (According to Philly)

We know what makes a bar a dive bar: cheap beer, kinda-grungy bathrooms, and a laid-back, old-school style. But what makes one great? This map put together the top 20 dive bars recommended by 400 Philadelphians. Disagree with your neighbor? Tell us about your favorite dive. [🔒 The Inquirer]

• Related: It’s still Dry January, so if you’re looking for zero-proof activities, we've got you covered. [🎧 City Cast Philly]

A Lunar Cycle Meditation to Keep You Centered

I think we could all use a moment to feel more at peace right now. Calder Gardens is offering a Moon Alignment Series where guests can meditate in the museum space after hours. This bi-monthly event will be held under the new moon or full moon starting this Sunday. [Billy Penn]

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

This challenge will require you to look up. Do you know where this building is and what it’s used for?

While you’re out searching, be sure to:

• Eat at Philly’s iconic restaurants or best bakeries.
• Check out the artistic Liberty Bell replicas on display.
• Learn about Philly’s history of slavery.
• Attend a book dinner.
• Support the businesses still keeping South Street quirky.

Check in next week to see if you’re right.