🌱 Indoor Mask Mandate Returns + Deli Robbery Suspects At Large

Happy Tuesday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in Philadelphia today.

First, today's weather:

Warmer; a morning shower. High: 72 Low: 54.

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Here are the top four stories today in Philadelphia:

1. On Monday, Philadelphia officials announced that masks will be required for indoor spaces. The change includes masking in restaurants, gyms, retail stores, and schools. As COVID-19 cases rises, the city moved into its "Response Level 2: Mask" precautions. The new mandate will go into effect on Apr. 18. (WHYY)
2. A man who pointed a laser at a police helicopter in Northeast Philly was sentenced to a year in prison and a $1,000 fine. Raji Yusuf pled guilty to pointing a high-intensity laser at a police helicopter last summer. The light caused helicopter pilots to see spots in their vision. (PhillyVoice.com)
3. Two suspects are wanted for a robbery at a Southwest Philadelphia deli that occurred last week. The robbery took place on the afternoon of Apr. 6 at the JYM Deli on the 5000 block of Hadfield Avenue. Two suspects held the clerk at gunpoint and took $200. (FOX 29 Philadelphia)
4. As the Philadelphia 76ers clinch the 4th seed of the Eastern Conference, they'll head into the NBA playoffs without a key starter. The 76ers will play the Toronto Raptors in the first round of the playoffs. Forward Matisse Thybulle is not fully vaccinated and therefore cannot play in Toronto due to Canada's vaccine mandate. (CBS Philly)

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Today in Philadelphia:

• Library Amnesty Month At Yeadon Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Beginning Piano for Busy Adults Class At Temple University Music Preparatory (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• According to the U.S. National Weather Service of Philadelphia and Mount Holly, expect sunshine to return this afternoon with temperatures into the low 70s for many places. (Facebook)
• As a reminder, many Philadelphia Parks and Rec centers will be providing free meals to students up to 18 years old while school is out this week from Apr. 11-14. (Facebook)
• Continuing its celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month 2022, Philadelphia Jazz Project is presenting the Big Brass 4tet, Summer Sounds Pop-Up concert series, in Old City Philadelphia on Monday, Apr. 18 at 7 p.m. (Facebook)

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— Dan Casarella

About me: Dan Casarella is a writer, podcast producer, and small business development specialist who formerly worked in late-night television. He’s produced many talk segments, including with President Joe Biden, Kobe Bryant, and Chadwick Boseman. Dan studied Media Studies and Production at Temple University. He also enjoys running, painting, and the highs and lows of Philadelphia’s sports teams.