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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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Courts & Law

How authorities unraveled Wilmington-Philly gang network in kidnapping, execution

Mark Sellers was beaten in a Wilmington home and killed execution-style in an industrial park near Philadelphia. Six people have been convicted.

1 day ago

Many students rehearsing music at Creative Arts High School
Education

Camden students showcase power of music education in achieving academic success

Students at New Jersey’s Creative Arts High School exemplify how music can empower, academically and personally.

1 day ago

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Kathy Jennings speaks
Courts & Law

Delaware AG announces charges in UD student homicide case, WSFS bank exec cold case

Delaware AG Kathy Jennings said the new charges stemmed from law enforcement investigation and commitment to public safety.

2 days ago

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A screenshot of the DelDOT traffic camera livestream capturing the Delaware City Refinery
Science

Delaware City Refinery receives violation for toxic emissions incident in March

The violation is separate from an incident in May that led to sulfur dioxide emissions, but involved the same pollution control device.

2 days ago

Listen 1:14
Border Patrol Agent David Maland posing with a service dog
Courts & Law

Woman with ties to cultlike group appears in court after border agent’s killing

Teresa Youngblut allegedly fired the bullet that killed agent David Maland in January. Authorities have linked the Zizians group to killings in Pennsylvania and California.

2 days ago

Trucking student Mohammed Kamal, left, overseen by instructor Tom Panton, practices driving a tractor-trailer truck in a simulation
Politics & Policy

Truckers fear job loss as new English language rules take effect

President Trump issued an executive order saying truckers must be proficient in English. At a New Jersey trucking school, a script of phrases is used for practice.

2 days ago

Emil Bove sitting in the courtroom
Courts & Law

Justice Department official suggested ignoring court orders on deportations, whistleblower claims

The whistleblower's claims about Emil Bove come a day before he is set to face lawmakers for his confirmation hearing to become a federal appeals court judge.

2 days ago

Stacy Street at East Pearl Boulevard in Burlington, N.J.
Community

A City of Burlington intersection shows 2 different names on the same street, and some residents are irked

The standard intersection at the edge of the Pearl Pointe Luxury Apartment complex has two different designations for the street that runs through it.

2 days ago

Listen 1:33
President Donald Trump
Politics & Policy

2026 GOP primary race for Pennsylvania governor shapes up as candidates seek to curry favor with Trump

Three candidates appear to be in the running so far. One has a half-endorsement from the president but the state treasurer is the early favorite.

2 days ago

Listen 1:11
Donald Trump pumping his fist
Politics & Policy

Trump holds out reported Israel-Iran ceasefire deal as validation for his gamble of US airstrikes

A ceasefire would be welcome news for the region and the world. But the situation in the Middle East remains far from stable.

3 days ago

A woman uses an umbrella for shade in Philadelphia
Weather

Philadelphia region faces record-breaking temperatures

Temperatures in the area could hit 100 degrees Tuesday for the first time since 2012.

3 days ago

WHYY on 6th Street in Philadelphia.
Community

WHYY News wins 21 Professional Keystone Media Awards for 2024 work

“This robust slate of Keystone awards affirms the reason why WHYY is considered one of the most trusted sources of news,” Bill Marrazzo, president and CEO, said.

3 days ago

Students work on an automobile engine
Education

Philadelphia City Council allocates $500,000 to help CTE teachers earn certification

More students are choosing career training over college. New funding will help certify industry pros to teach in Philly schools.

3 days ago

Listen 1:12
The Philadelphia skyline.
Weather

Thousands of PECO customers still without power as dangerous heat wave intensifies

PECO is working to fix outages from last week’s storm. But thousands of customers are without power for A/C as temperatures soar.

3 days ago

A row of gun silencers on display
Politics & Policy

GOP tax bill would ease regulations on gun silencers and some rifles and shotguns

Loosening federal regulations on gun silencers and certain types of rifles and shotguns has long been a priority for the gun industry and Republicans.

3 days ago

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