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Members of Pittsburgh and the Squirrel Hill community pay their respects at the memorial to the 11 victims of the Tree of Life Synagogue massacre last Saturday.

After Tragedy In Pittsburgh, An Extraordinary Effort To Honor 'The Holy Ones'

8:41pm November 03, 2018

As the Squirrel Hill community worked to honor the 11 victims of last week's attack on a Pittsburgh synagogue, the investigation into the mass shooting complicated traditional Jewish preparations.

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Georgia gubernatorial candidates Democrat Stacey Abrams and Republican Brian Kemp during a debate last month.

Judge Rules Against Georgia Election Law, Calling It A 'Severe Burden' For Voters

7:15pm November 03, 2018

by Shannon Van Sant

The voters were flagged under Georgia's exact match law, which critics said was an attempt at suppressing the vote.

All eyes will be on special counsel Robert Mueller next week, as his self-imposed quiet period is likely to come to an end after Election Day.

The Russia Investigations: Is The Endgame Now In Sight?

7:10pm November 03, 2018

by Philip Ewing

The passage of Election Day on Tuesday may mean that special counsel Robert Mueller's office switches off passive mode and goes active again. If so, then what?

Midterm Elections: The Final Sprint To Sway Voters

5:45pm November 03, 2018

by Jessica Taylor

With three days to go, the nation's top political leaders are out in force trying to sway the contests for control of Congress and the states.

The First Jewish Sabbath Following The Deadly Pittsburgh Shooting

5:45pm November 03, 2018

by Sarah Boden

Michel Martin talks with WESA's Sarah Boden about Saturday services on the first Shabbat after the Pittsburgh attack.

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Diverse Groups Hold Vigils Around The Country In Support For Squirrel Hill Victims

5:45pm November 03, 2018

Communities all around the country have been coming together in vigils held for the victims of last week's mass shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh.

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Steel Beer Keg Company Pushes For Tariffs On China: 'We Need A Level Playing Field'

5:45pm November 03, 2018

President Trump's tariffs promised to save American manufacturing jobs. NPR's Michel Martin talks with Paul Czachor, CEO of American Keg, which manufactures American-made stainless steel beer kegs.

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Retaliatory Tariffs Loom Over 'America's Oldest Ice Cream Company'

5:45pm November 03, 2018

by Uri Berliner

Bassetts Ice Cream in Philadelphia's Reading Terminal Market bills itself as the oldest U.S. ice cream maker. Owner Michael Strange worries about the trade war hurting his business.

Wisconsin Republican Gov. Scott Walker Seeks Rare Third Term

5:45pm November 03, 2018

Gov. Scott Walker is currently trailing behind his Democratic opponent. He remains one of the only Republican Wisconsin lawmakers who hasn't joined the Trump administration, termed out or lost their seat to a Democrat.

Circadian clocks run in every cell in our bodies.

Ready For The Time Change? Here Are Tips To Stay Healthy During Dark Days Ahead

5:10pm November 03, 2018

by Allison Aubrey

Every cell in our bodies has a well-tuned timing mechanism. So, when we "fall back" or "spring forward," it takes us time to adjust. We have tips that can help.