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

First, today's weather:

Partly cloudy throughout the day. High: 68 Low: 51.

Here are the top stories in Philadelphia today:

1. A man has been convicted of first-degree murder in the stabbing death of an ex-girlfriend in the parking lot of a suburban Philadelphia train station last year. Jurors in Montgomery County deliberated for about 2½ hours Wednesday before convicting 19-year-old Gilbert Newton III of the first-degree charge in the slaying of 18-year-old Morgan McCaffery. He faces a mandatory term of life in prison without the possibility of parole. (The Morning Call)
2. Police in Philadelphia are asking for help locating a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run that left an 85-year-old woman in critical condition. The incident occurred at about 12:27 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 24 at 21st and Chestnut streets. A dark-gray Ford Fusion was heading south on 21st Street, making a left turn on to Chestnut Street, when it struck the woman who was also going south on 21st Street. (Philadelphia Patch)
3. If you qualify for a booster and are in an underserved neighborhood in Philadelphia, expect a text from the city. Last week, the CDC recommended certain demographics, including anyone over the age of 65; people living in long-term care facilities and other communal settings like prisons; people with high-risk health conditions; and people with jobs that put them at higher risk for exposure, get a COVID-19 booster. Philadelphians in low-income neighborhoods, which also have the lowest vaccination rates in the city, who are six months out of their final shot can expect a text message reminding them to get a booster. (WHYY)
4. Philadelphia officials are looking for residents to oversee the police department. They have posted an application to the new Citizen Police Oversight Commission. Commissioners will help improve police conduct, enhance the quality of internal investigations and increase communication and engagement between the community and police department. (CBS Philly)
5. Sisterly Love Sunday Supper is bringing awareness to domestic abuse. Renowned chef Lisa Donovan is hosting a cocktail hour and dinner with Sisterly Love Sunday Supper this weekend to bring women together to help Women Against Abuse, a nonprofit in Philadelphia that helps those affected by domestic violence. (NBC 10 Philadelphia)

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Today in Philadelphia:

• National Love People Day - Abraham Lincoln (All Day)
• Stated Meeting of Philadelphia City Council 9-30-2021 (10:00 AM)
• Government Relations - The Alliance of Community Service Providers (11:00 AM)
• Early Access! Warehouse Sale Pop-Up Shoe Store (4:00 PM)
• Jazz Theory for Busy Adults Class (6:00 PM)
• Producer's Forum: Wintopia (7:00 PM)

Philadelphia Patch Notebook

• City of Philadelphia Government: "City officials provide the latest updates on the City's response to the gun violence epidemic in Philadelphia." (Facebook)
• Philadelphia Police Department: "Wanted: Suspect for Auto vs Pedestrian in the 9th District [VIDEO] https://blotter.sites.phillypolice.com/2021/09/wanted-suspect-for-auto-vs-pedestrian-in-the-9th-district-video/" (Facebook)
• Philadelphia Department of Public Health: "The City of Philadelphia’s plastic bag ban starts October 1, 2021. Be sure to bring your reusable bags with you when you shop!🛍️ Learn more about the plastic bag ban at https://bit.ly/3gVZ64Y #BYOBagPHL https://www.phila.gov/2021-06-23-..." (Facebook)
• School District of Philadelphia: "Still need a COVID-19 vaccine? Join SDP and CHOP on October 2nd for a vaccination event at Fels HS for anyone age 12 or older. Learn more and register by texting ‘READY’ to 267-328-5378 or visit https://chopvax.chop.edu/" (Facebook)

• Free Library of Philadelphia: "Calling all Philadelphia poets! The Free Library of Philadelphia and its partners invite you to submit your application for the opportunity to represent our city as its next Poet Laureate." (Facebook)
• Philadelphia Department of Public Health: "Acting Health Commissioner Cheryl Bettigole talks booster shots, the future of Philly's mask mandate, and more." (Facebook)
• Free Library of Philadelphia: "After a successful first year, the Hear Me Out series is back this fall for its second season of monthly dialogues across distance and difference! Learn more now:" (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 Byrant, 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.