🌳 Uprooting Philly’s tree issues

Will These Bills Fail in Harrisburg?

Pennsylvania lawmakers are torn on proposed legislation to establish a paid family leave program, with some arguing it would be costly to small businesses. Paid leave is just one of the high-profile issues the PA House supported in a recent sweep of approved legislation. But as these bills await Senate approval, do they even stand a chance? [Spotlight PA, 🎧 City Cast Philly]

City Leaders Must (Still) Resign To Run

City Council approved a bill to remove the ballot measure asking voters to decide whether city officials can remain in their positions while campaigning for a new role. Councilmember Isaiah Thomas moved to repeal his proposal despite support from Council, feeling that voters would not be on board. [WHYY]

• Related: Here are the questions remaining on the primary ballot next month. [📝 City Cast Philly]

World Stage Shut Down Due to Liquor License Violation

The University City venue, previously known as World Cafe Live, was raided on Saturday for serving alcohol with a liquor license that expired last year. World Stage plans to continue operating as a BYOB. A bartender who was arrested in the raid said this is “another stain on our reputation.” [🔒 The Inquirer, 🎧 City Cast Philly]

It’s Too Expensive To Care for Philly’s Trees

The city’s forester says it’ll cost an estimated $8 million to prune or remove the backlog of 30,000 trees in need of care. As demand grows, it’s likely they’ll never catch up. [KYW]

Uncle Bobbie’s To Move This Fall

The Germantown cafe and bookshop owned by academic and author Marc Lamont Hill will remain in the neighborhood, expanding to a larger space to meet increased foot traffic. [The Philadelphia Tribune]

• Related: Check out our favorite cafes in the city. [🎧 City Cast 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 recognize where this mural is? Here’s a hint: It’s in a neighborhood we mentioned in the newsletter this week.

While you’re out searching, you can:

• Eat at Philly’s new restaurants or one that meets your dietary needs.
• Educate yourself on Philly’s environmentally hazardous sites.
• Go thrifting.
• Join a club.
• Learn about the candidates on next month’s ballot.
• Go on a brewery tour or grab a drink at Parks on Tap.
• Show up for these events throughout the month.