Philly Budget Fight: Pennsylvania legislative leaders signaled they likely won’t approve Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker’s proposed hotel tax and short-term rental tax hikes, jeopardizing key parts of her budget plan. Retirement Savings Clash: Michigan AG Dana Nessel joined a 24-state coalition opposing a Trump administration proposal that would steer retirement funds toward riskier assets like crypto and private credit. Paid Leave Debate: Allegheny County heard public comments on a proposal for 18 weeks of paid parental leave, with parents praising it and some business owners warning about costs. Child Death Reviews: Spotlight PA reports many Pennsylvania counties still aren’t reviewing every child death as required by a 2008 law, with advocates citing missing state support and volunteer time. Healthcare Access: ChristianaCare opened ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston, a neighborhood hospital with 24/7 emergency care and inpatient services. Opioid Warning: Experts warn about “orphines,” a new class of deadly synthetic opioids reportedly far more potent than fentanyl. Sports & Community: The Knicks head to the NBA Finals with strong New Jersey ties, while local school and community updates included a Garver Memorial YMCA fitness upgrade and a Central volleyball season ending in a PIAA loss.