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📣 Protesters Rally Against ICE Raids

Nearly 100 demonstrators gathered Downtown Monday, joining nationwide protests demanding the release of David Huerta — a union leader who was detained by federal agents while protesting immigration raids in Los Angeles. Protesters were joined by local unions and Mayor Ed Gainey as they chanted, “Pittsburgh is a union town. We don’t want no ICE around.” [PublicSource]

• 🚨What happens during an ICE stop or raid? Vanessa Stine, senior staff attorney at the ACLU of Pennsylvania, explains what rights immigrants have regardless of their legal status and how bystanders can help during an ICE encounter. Psst — It’s also in Spanish. [🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]

🗳️ GOP Groups Won’t Back Moreno for Mayor

Both the Pittsburgh and Allegheny County GOP committees are refusing to support Tony Moreno, the Republican nominee for Pittsburgh mayor, because of “drama and discord.” They do, however, plan to back their party's three candidates for City Council. [TribLive / 🎧 City Cast Pittsburgh]

🎆 4th of July Festivities Move to North Shore

Because of construction at Point State Park, most celebrations will move to the North Shore Riverwalk, including live music, a hot air balloon, children’s activities, and a veteran-focused resource fair. Additional festivities will take place at Emerald View Park's Grandview Bandstand in Mt. Washington. Fireworks begin at 9:35 p.m. [City of Pittsburgh]

• 💥 Here’s how Pittsburgh became the fireworks capital of the world. [City Cast Pittsburgh]

❌ Primanti Bros. Closes in Garfield

The iconic local chain shut down its Penn Avenue location last week. A Primanti Bros. spokesperson said they’re focusing on their other locations in the Strip District, Oakland, the South Side, and Downtown. [WTAE]

• 🍔 Don’t fret! We’ve had some tasty new restaurant openings to fill the gap. [📝 Hey Pittsburgh]

Let’s play a game! Where in Pittsburgh can you find “the not so secret garden?”

🌟 Shout out to everyone who correctly guessed the last “Where Is It?” challenge: Mary R., Katherine D., Tim M., Alissa F., Paul P., Erin O., Allison E., Chrissy, Rachel K., Cole S., Loren S., Thomas C., Carye B., Emily G., Tiffany L., Bethany B., Rachel N., Laurel C., Diane T., Samantha W., Corey E., Emma R., Natalie H., Katheryn L., Piper W., Kim C., Steven P., Samantha D., Devon G., Piper W., Gafurdzhon A., Meagan M., and Colleen M. ⬇️

Find Fredosaurus Rex, a dinosaur statue tribute to Mister Rogers, on your next trip to the SouthSide Works 👀 He’s right outside of Fred Rogers Productions near the Cheesecake Factory on S. 27th Street. We love that he's holding King Friday XIII and Henrietta Pussycat puppets!

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🛍️ Heads up! You still have a chance to shop at Neighborhood Flea. It’s been rescheduled for June 15 because of the rain. Find details and other June markets here.

🍳☕ I’m a big fan of brunch at Speckled Egg x Commonplace Coffee. You can’t go wrong with their T.S.E. Breakfast Sando and a latte special. They made it onto our City Cast Pittsburgh podcast episode about the best brunches in the Burgh!

🌮🍦 Going at night? Don’t miss the Tasty Taquitos truck and ice cream from Jeni’s. The shop is scooping up new flavors like root beer float and toasted s’mores.

☀️ Plus, there’s a lineup of free summer festivities like Music on the Lawn, SouthSide Works Out, and Yappy Hour with your pup.

➡️ Looking for more to see and do? Make the most of June with our guide to events.