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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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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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Arts & Entertainment

2 major arts funders are shaping the future of the arts in Philadelphia

The National Endowment for the Arts in Washington, D.C., and the Pew Center for Arts and Heritage in Philadelphia are putting millions toward changing the arts landscape.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia Phillies' Brandon Marsh, from left, Garrett Stubbs and Bryce Harper celebrate after the Phillies won a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs to clinch the NL East title, Monday, Sept. 23, 2024, in Philadelphia.
Community

Philadelphia Phillies clinch 1st NL East title since 2011

With a postseason berth already clinched last week, Schwarber, Harper, Turner & Co. have their sights set on the top seed in the National League playoffs.

2 years ago

Reverend Charles Boyer speaks behind a podium
Politics & Policy

New Jersey legislation aims to end disparities for minority- and women-owned businesses

A legislative package has been approved by a committee to address issues uncovered in a state disparity study.

2 years ago

Listen 1:06
Scanning the instrument
Health

Penn researchers are using CT scanning to unlock the secrets of centuries-old basses and string instruments

CT scans are typically used to look for cancer, organ damage and other medical issues. But they can also help examine other kinds of objects and materials.

2 years ago

Listen 5:03
Lilah Saber sits
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Harris and Trump want to build more housing. What would that mean for Pa.?

The state has nearly 100,000 fewer housing units than it needs. Experts say federal policy could help close the gap.

2 years ago

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Amy Wax teaches a class at the University of Pennsylvania.
Education
6abc

Penn sanctions controversial professor for ‘flagrant unprofessional conduct’

A faculty committee found Amy Wax had a history of making derogatory generalizations about groups of people based on race, gender, sexual orientation and immigration status.

2 years ago

Penndot Driver License Center at 8th and Arch streets.
Politics & Policy

Republicans scrutinizing automatic voter registration in Pennsylvania

Republicans are stepping up scrutiny of Pennsylvania’s system for registering people to vote through its driver’s licensing centers.

2 years ago

Streets Department workers pick up residents' trash
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly restarts curbside trash pickup of bulky items, by appointment

Items eligible for pickup include refrigerators, large furniture, hot water heaters and even tires.

2 years ago

Listen 1:10
Former President Donald Trump dances
Politics & Policy

Trump says, if he loses, 2024 run will be his last

Former President Donald Trump says that if he loses his bid to return to the White House in 2024 he thinks he won't try again in 2028.

2 years ago

Ryan Wesley Routh takes part in a rally in central Kyiv, Ukraine, Saturday, April 30, 2022.
Courts & Law

Man who staked out Trump at Florida golf course charged with attempting an assassination

In a statement, Trump accused the Justice Department of “mishandling and downplaying” the apparent assassination attempt by bringing charges that were a “slap on the wrist.”

2 years ago

A SEPTA train
Urban Planning
6abc

After 4 years, SEPTA reinstates phased-in parking fees. Here’s what to know

Riders will be able to pay for parking fees by using the SEPTA Park app, kiosks, or via text message.

2 years ago

Aramark workers hold up protest signs
Money
6abc

Aramark workers are striking against all 3 Philly sports stadiums Monday

"Before we even talk about building a new arena, we need to make sure that stadium food service jobs are good jobs," said one concessions worker.

2 years ago

Road salt fills a storage barn in Southwest Philadelphia. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Science

Study: Road salts continue to build up in the Brandywine, damaging watershed

Researchers say the study is one of the first to evaluate the specific causes of salty water within a smaller watershed.

2 years ago

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Tobacco plants blooming
Health

What ails you? This garden in Kensington mixes a traditional Puerto Rican alcoholado cure

For 40 years, a network of community gardens has kept Puerto Rican folk remedies alive.

2 years ago

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Employees with SEPTA on a new fuel cell bus
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

SEPTA to try out hydrogen fuel cell buses as early as this fall

The 10-bus pilot is part of the agency's efforts to transition to a climate-friendly fleet. But it has attracted criticism from some environmentalists.

2 years ago

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