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Police are seen outside a Lawncrest home following a triple homicide on Monday, Oct. 2, 2023.

Courts & Law

Police shoot alleged suspect after triple homicide in Philly’s Lawncrest neighborhood

Thomas Jackson holds up a candle that repels mosquitos in each hand as he smiles.

WHYY News Climate Desk Community

Southbridge residents seek relief from decades-old mosquito problem

PlanPhilly Urban Planning

Philly’s Lincoln Drive is the latest city roadway to receive traffic calming measures

The work is part of a pilot program launched by PennDOT to address speeding on state highways.

Science

Nobel in medicine goes to 2 Penn scientists whose work enabled creation of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19

Karikó and Weissman met by chance in the 1990s while photocopying research papers.

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Arts & Entertainment

Penn Museum will no longer display exposed human remains

In an update to its Human Remains Policy, the archeology museum will no longer consider exhibiting any exposed human remains.

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Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania governor’s voter registration change draws Trump’s ire in echo of 2020 election clashes

Shapiro’s recent executive order has drawn complaints from Republicans. They're concerned about non-US citizens and minors being able to register.

22 hours ago

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Oct 5

WHYY Presents: PBS NewsHour in Philadelphia with Amna Nawaz

When: October 5, 2023 8:00 am

Begin your day at WHYY as we welcome Amna to our studio for a special conversation with Marty Moss-Coane.

Oct 7

We Hold These Truths: Talkback and Screening

When: October 7, 2023 1:00 pm

Join WHYY News' Community & Engagement team, N.I.C.E. partner Metro Chinese Weekly, and our host Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation (PCDC) for this screening.

Oct 12

WHYY Teacher Academy: We Hold These Truths Teacher PD

When: October 12, 2023 4:30 pm

Join WHYY’s Education department for a screening and curriculum resource share of We Hold These Truths, a documentary exploring the spirit and worldwide influence of the U.S.

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WHYY Lifting Voices in Praise Showcase & Competition

This exciting, new contest lets local communities show off their talent and meet singers from across southeastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey and all of Delaware.

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