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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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Science

‘Long Live Sturgeon!’: WHYY, Academy of Natural Sciences host discussion on endangered fish

Scientists discussed the importance of protecting endangered species during an event hosted by WHYY and the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University.

2 years ago

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Crime tape is seen in the area of a shooting in Philly
Community

Philadelphia traffic stop ends in gunfire; driver fatally wounded, officer injured

The names of the driver and the officer have not been released.

2 years ago

People hold candles at a vigil
Community

2 suspects charged in mass shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade

A mother of two was killed and 22 people were injured by gunfire Wednesday afternoon, when shots erupted amid the throng of fans gathered at a rally.

2 years ago

A closeup of Alexei Navalny
Politics & Policy

Russia’s prison service says that imprisoned opposition leader Alexei Navalny has died

Navalny had been behind bars since 2021, when he returned to Moscow after recuperating from nerve agent poisoning that he blamed on the Kremlin.

2 years ago

A close-up of Trump
Courts & Law

Donald Trump fraud verdict: $364 million penalty in civil fraud case

State lawyers alleged that Trump exaggerated his wealth by as much as $3.6 billion one year.

2 years ago

Various pieces of documents, programs, photos, films and posters from the annual Shiraz Arts Festival are on display
Arts & Entertainment

An Iranian arts festival was condemned by a fatwa 45 years ago. Its impact is now on view at Asian Arts Initiative

A groundbreaking Iranian cultural event fell to the Islamic Revolution. Now, the Philly arts center is remembering the Shiraz International Arts Fest.

2 years ago

Listen 1:13
Police tape up at a crime scene
Community

Trenton community crisis response team aims to prevent violence, save lives

A community crisis response team in Trenton aims to defuse violence and help individuals struggling with mental health issues

2 years ago

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Condos for sale in the Washington Square West neighborhood of Philadelphia.
PlanPhilly
Money

Would-be homebuyers in Philly to face another challenging spring season

The city’s residential housing market is hot, but there’s not much to buy.

2 years ago

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The exterior of the Mummers Museum
Community

During a WHYY Bridging Blocks event, Mummers discuss the tradition’s legacy in Philadelphia and learning from past controversies

WHYY and the Free Library of Philadelphia held a Bridging Blocks discussion Thursday on the Mummers, and how they want to shape the tradition for future generations.

2 years ago

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Hunter Biden speaks into the microphone
Courts & Law

FBI informant charged with lying about Joe and Hunter Biden’s ties to Ukrainian energy company

Alexander Smirnov, 43, appeared in court in Las Vegas briefly Thursday after being charged with making a false statement and creating a false and fictitious record.

2 years ago

The exterior of the Pennsylvania Judicial Center
Courts & Law

Pennsylvania courts say no ransom was paid in cyberattack, and attackers never sent a demand

The attack didn't compromise any data or stop the courts from operating on a normal schedule, officials said.

2 years ago

Sara Novic speaks at an event
Arts & Entertainment

‘True Biz,’ an adventure yarn with deaf teenagers, is the Free Library’s ‘One Book’ selection

An adventure yarn with deaf teenagers, “True Biz” was a bestseller in 2022.

2 years ago

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A kit includes clean needles, sterile water, and more
Health

New Jersey using millions from opioid settlement to expand support for people in recovery

“Overdose deaths are preventable,” said Dr. Kaitlan Baston. “These are preventable diseases.”

2 years ago

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People walk during a winter snow storm in Philadelphia, Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024.
Weather
6abc

A Winter Storm Warning has been expanded to include the heart of the Delaware Valley

Snow develops between 11 p.m. and 1 a.m., which will make for slippery conditions on the roads by Saturday morning.

2 years ago

The exterior of a house in Levittown where a murder took place
Courts & Law

Levittown man charged with beheading father carried photos of federal buildings, bomb plans, DA says

The Bucks County District Attorney on Thursday charged Justin Mohn with a dozen new charges in the death last month of his father, Michael Mohn.

2 years ago

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