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Studio 2

Ken Jennings Explores the Afterlife, Hittin’ Season for the Phils, Things to Do

Jeopardy! host and former champion Ken Jennings' new book is an offbeat and hilarious guide to the afterlife. He joins us to talk about '100 Places to See After You Die.'

Air Date: August 10, 2023 12:00 pm

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Courts & Law

Archdiocese of Philadelphia settles child sex abuse case against a deceased priest for $3.5 million

The lawsuit said the church knew of similar reports about the priest dating back to the 1970s.

2 years ago

This photo taken with a drone shows the Tree of Life Synagogue in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh on Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023
Courts & Law

Pittsburgh synagogue gunman has been sentenced to die in the nation’s deadliest antisemitic attack

It was the first federal death sentence imposed during the presidency of Joe Biden, who pledged during his 2020 campaign to end capital punishment.

2 years ago

File photo: A makeshift memorial stands outside the Tree of Life Synagogue in the aftermath of a deadly shooting in Pittsburgh, Oct. 29, 2018. Robert Bowers, a truck driver who shot and killed 11 worshippers at a Pittsburgh synagogue in the nation's deadliest attack on Jewish people, was found guilty, Friday, June 16, 2023. Bowers was tried on 63 criminal counts, including hate crimes resulting in death and obstruction of the free exercise of religion resulting in death. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)
Courts & Law

The Pittsburgh synagogue gunman will be sentenced to death for the nation’s worst antisemitic attack

A federal jury recommended Wednesday that Robert Bowers be sent to death row. A judge must formally impose the sentence.

2 years ago

Community
Billy Penn

The extensive Holocaust memorial hiding in plain sight at the center of Philadelphia

With the recent increase in antisemitism across the country, the Center City installation is more relevant than ever.

2 years ago

People walk outside the dormant landmark Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood on Thursday, July 13, 2023, the day a federal jury announced they had found Robert Bowers, who in 2018 killed 11 people at the synagogue, eligible for the death penalty
Courts & Law

Jury poised to deliberate death penalty or life sentence for gunman in Pittsburgh synagogue massacre

The same jurors who convicted 50-year-old Robert Bowers in June on 63 criminal counts listened to closing arguments in the penalty phase of his federal trial Monday.

2 years ago

File photo: A Star of David hangs from a fence outside the dormant landmark Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood, April 19, 2023.
Courts & Law

The gunman who killed 11 people in a Pittsburgh synagogue is found eligible for the death penalty

A federal jury announced its decision Thursday, setting the stage for further evidence and testimony on whether Robert Bowers should be sentenced to death or life in prison.

2 years ago

Checking in to the 50th anniversary party for Dignity Philadelphia, held May 2023 at the Mummers Museum
Community
Billy Penn

Philly’s LGBTQ Catholic church celebrates 50 years of acceptance and community

Nestled in the heart of the Gayborhood, Dignity’s Philly chapter has members of all ages, from Gen Zers to Boomers

2 years ago

Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry speaks into a microphone at a podium.
Courts & Law

Authorities charge 5 more in probe of child sexual abuse among Jehovah’s Witnesses in Pennsylvania

The indictments announced Friday are the latest charges in an ongoing probe that has identified 14 suspects.

2 years ago

Gerald Groff, a former postal worker whose case will be argued before the Supreme Court, stands during a television interview near a
Courts & Law

Supreme Court solidifies protections for workers who ask for religious accommodations

The Supreme Court is using the case of a Christian mailman who didn’t want to work Sundays to solidify protections for workers who are religious.

2 years ago

Gospel singer Trina Ferge at the 2023 Gospel on Independence showcase, part of the Wawa Welcome America festival
Community
Billy Penn

‘Lifting Voices’ celebrates Philly’s rich gospel history with a showcase of modern praise music

In the city where the “Godfather of Gospel” once worked, a new WHYY contest is open to all comers, and entry is free.

2 years ago

Pope Francis delivers his blessing as he recites the Angelus noon prayer from the window of his studio overlooking St.Peter's Square, at the Vatican, Sunday, June 18, 2023
Community

Pope Francis, back to Vatican routine post-surgery, says thanks to shouts of ‘Long live the pope!’

Thousands of pilgrims and tourists in the square exploded in applause when he came to the window.

2 years ago

Memorial outside of the synagogue
Courts & Law

Truck driver guilty of killing 11 at Pittsburgh synagogue in deadliest attack on Jews in US history

Jurors must now decide whether the 50-year-old should be sent to death row or sentenced to life in prison without parole as the federal trial shifts to a penalty phase.

2 years ago

A view of an Italian flag waving in the wind with blue sky visible in the background.
Community

St. Anthony’s Italian Festival in Wilmington: A 49-year-old tradition that honors Italian culture and draws thousands of visitors

Wilmington's Little Italy is celebrating almost 50 years of honoring Italian heritage and culture.

2 years ago

Kevin Farrell
Community

What happens to papal power when a pope is unconscious? Nothing

Pope Francis' surgery to repair a hernia in his abdominal wall has raised questions about what happens to papal power when Francis is unconscious or unable to lead the church.

2 years ago

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