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The PA Budget is Late, Again

House Democrats passed a $45.5 billion spending plan this week after Gov. Josh Shapiro said he would line-item veto his own $100 million proposal to use public money to fund school vouchers to private schools. Several of the plan’s GOP supporters called it a full-on betrayal; Rep. Kim Ward even tweeted a Simpsons meme about it. The budget now moves to the state Senate, which is controlled by Republicans and not scheduled to meet again until September. [Spotlight PA]

• Related: 🎧 Why is there so much drama? We’re unpacking what vouchers are and (bonus!) why the state budget is always late. [City Cast Pittsburgh]

Affordable Housing Needs are Changing

City Council is considering setting aside $2.5 million every year for the next 25 years for the construction and preservation of local homes. In a meeting this week, councilors argued over how the money would be spent, plus the interest required to borrow it. A 2016 report found a citywide deficit of about 15,000 affordable rentals, though our deputy mayor said this week that figure has gone down because so many people have moved away. The bond measure is expected to pass after next week’s final vote. [90.5 WESA]

The Youth May Be Leaving PA

If you’re between 18 and 29, a new survey says you’ve likely considered leaving the state. Don’t worry, we’re not judging the 60 percent of you who are looking for greener, err different, pastures. What’s driving the desire to leave? [KDKA]

🛍️ First Friday Night Market | Saturday | 6-9 p.m.

Celebrate local art and creatives with food trucks, local vendors, and music at Level Up Studios. [free, Bloomfield]

🏃 Fleet Feet Liberty Mile | Friday | 7 p.m.

Run your best mile ever in this nighttime street race. [$35+, Downtown]

🧘 Yoga in the Park | Saturday | 10 a.m.

Get your flow on in this all-ages, all-levels event. [free, Allegheny Commons]

🪷 Tropical Forest Hawai‘i Festival | Saturday | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Learn about Hawaiian culture, make paper leis, listen to live music, and more at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. [$13.95-$21.95, Oakland]

🎲 Gaymes Night | Saturday | 5-8 p.m.

Participate in this monthly Queer Gaymes Night at Prototype. [free, North Oakland]

🎶 New Music Ensemble | Saturday - Sunday | 8 p.m.

Listen to performances at City Theatre. [$15-$25, South Side]

🎡 Kennywood Day | Sunday | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Explore the park’s 125-year history with amusement park experts, former employees, and park fanatics at the Heinz History Center. [$9-$18, Strip District]

🚲 River Ride into Homestead | Sunday | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Join Steel Rite Rollers for a bike ride along the Three Rivers Heritage Trail. [free, South Side]

🖌️ Creative Urges | Sunday | 7-11 p.m.

Admire art and performances while sipping on creative cocktails at the culmination of Atithi Studios’ Creative Empowerment Program. [free, Sharpsburg]

🍨 Ice Cream Cookie Class | Monday | 6:30 p.m.

This event for kids includes three cookies to decorate with royal icing, plus a box to take your goodies home. [$25, Bethel Park]

State Budget Drama, Killer Robots & Bad News for Beyonce Fans

Here’s what Pittsburgh's talking about this week: From the drama that ensued after Gov. Shapiro pulled his support for private school vouchers and the BeyHive buzzing with theories on why Beyoncé canceled her stop at Acrisure Stadium, the City Cast Pittsburgh podcast has the updates you need.

Plus, they discuss a robot that could help stop the notorious spotted lanternfly. You don’t want to miss this convo.