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With a name inspired by the First Amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A's goal is to act as a national mirror-taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be.

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Former Philadelphia Police Staff Inspector Joseph Bologna (center) is seen striking a protester with a baton during a protest.
Courts & Law
NBC10

Philly DA’s office refiles charges against police inspector shown hitting Temple student

“Philadelphians demand even-handed justice and we are trying our very best to give them exactly that,” District Attorney Larry Krasner wrote in a statement.

5 years ago

A Delaware resident is vaccinated against COVID-19 at a drive-thru site
Health

Frustrated patients wait for second vaccine shot as Delaware expands distribution

Some Delawareans who got their first vaccine shot a few weeks ago have been panicking, because they haven’t been able to schedule their second dose.

5 years ago

Researchers at Temple University found the average number of people shot in Philly each week nearly doubled during the first eight months of the pandemic. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Community

‘This is unprecedented’: Study finds link between COVID lockdowns and shootings in Philly

Researchers at Temple University found the average number of people shot in Philly each week nearly doubled during the first eight months of the pandemic.

5 years ago

Mayor Jim Kenney addresses the media
PlanPhilly
Community

‘How many lives?’: Survivors want to know why Philly won’t declare gun violence emergency

As City Council and Mayor Kenney continue to clash over a resolution to declare gun violence an emergency, Philadelphians on the frontlines call for leadership.

5 years ago

White House press secretary Jen Psaki speaks during a press briefing at the White House, Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Education

White House says it will defer to CDC on reopening schools

The White House drew criticism this week when it said schools would be considered opened if they teach in-person at least one day a week.

5 years ago

coronavirus vaccine
Health

Pa. coronavirus update: With vaccine supply limited, Bucks County officials ask for patience

Supply issues notwithstanding, the county is still planning to expand its vaccine distribution infrastructure.

5 years ago

A socially distanced classroom at George W. Nebinger School in South Philadelphia. (Avi Wolfman-Arent / WHYY)
Education

As mediator decision looms, Philly school officials try to quell reopening fears

The superintendent argued that students need more academic and social support, citing data showing that younger kids aren’t making expected progress.

5 years ago

People stand outside the Delaware County Wellness Center
Health

‘It’s been an overwhelming response’: Delco’s Board of Health search draws interest

Pennsylvania requires the selection of a board of health consisting of at least two licensed physicians. Ninety people have applied for the five posts.

5 years ago

A close-up photo of Jamira Burley
Community

The ‘untold’ revolutionaries: Identity series explores lesser-known Black social movements

The most recent installment of Philadelphia journalist and storyteller Sofiya Ballin’s Black History Untold series explores the 'untold' histories of Black social movements.

5 years ago

Listen 4:59
Security video shows pro-Trump insurrectionists storm the Capitol
Politics & Policy

Rioters acting on Trump’s ‘orders,’ Democrats say in trial

Lawmakers prosecuting the case aim to prove that Trump bears singular responsibility for the siege.

5 years ago

A person, reflected in a window while wearing a face mask as a precaution against the coronavirus, walks during a winter storm in Philadelphia
Weather
NBC10

Overnight snow moving out; snow, ice threaten Valentine’s Day weekend

Snow and ice are in the forecast multiple times into next week. The NBC10 First Alert Weather Team is tracking the wintry weather chances.

5 years ago

Adrian Miller, the author of 'Soul Food: The Surprising Story of an American Cuisine, One Plate at a Time.' (Courtesy of Adrian Hill)
Community

Attorney-turned-author to defend soul food at the Camden library

The author of the award-winning “Soul Food” book says don’t be afraid of the health and history of soul food.

5 years ago

Congressman Jim Himes, D-Conn., adjusts his two masks
Health

Double masking offers more virus protection, a CDC study suggests

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cited experiments done with lab dummies. Dr. Fauci has been touting double masking for weeks.

5 years ago

Listen 1:14
A Philadelphia household mixes political signs and holiday decor in their front windows during the turbulent fall of 2020. (Conrad Benner for WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Community
Eyes on the Street

Black Lives Matter and rainbows: How Philly windows got political

The pandemic turned a place for cozy seasonal displays into a space for public dialogue.

5 years ago

Listen 8:35
Red and pink paper hearts for Valentines Day
Things To Do
Community
February 11 - 17, 2021

Celebrating Valentine’s Day, Ben Arnold on stage and stream, and fun with the kids in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

Valentine’s Day may be nippy this year, but venues around the city are offering warm vibes.

5 years ago

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