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🎤 Fetterman, McCormick Find Common Ground

U.S. Sens. John Fetterman and Dave McCormick hosted a forum on Fox News Monday, sharing similar perspectives on topics like Israel, immigration, and the future of U.S. Steel. The two had different views on President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill,” which would cut spending on social safety-net programs. [90.5 WESA]

• ➡️ Fetterman and McCormick canceled a joint book-tour event in Pittsburgh earlier this year. Both have been criticised for not holding public town halls with constituents. [90.5 WESA / Inquirer]
• ❓What’s going on with Fetterman? Current and former staffers have shared concerns about his behavior. Here’s how Pittsburgh voters are reacting. [🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]

🌳 State Parks Now Have Free Menstrual Products

Over half of PA’s state parks are now stocked with free essential hygiene products thanks to an initiative from Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration. This includes regional parks like Racoon Creek, Moraine, McConnells Mill, and Ohio Pyle. [Commonwealth of PA]

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🍣 Nakama Closes on the South Side

The popular Japanese steakhouse and sushi bar on East Carson Street is reportedly shutting down. Nakama received a health code violation back in September. Their Wexford location closed last summer. [TribLive]

• 🍱 Don’t worry — there’s a new rooftop sushi spot in Downtown! [📝 Hey Pittsburgh]

🎶 Performance To Take Over Parking Garage

The Smithfield-Liberty Parking Garage rotunda will turn into a stage June 7 for a “mélange of movement, sound, and laser lights” by performance group slowdanger. Check it out when you head to the Strip District for the Three Rivers Arts Fest. [NEXTpittsburgh]