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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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Education

Duane Morris’ investigation into Central Bucks finds no discrimination against LGBTQ students

Duane Morris claims the district is “ahead of the curve” in creating a welcoming environment for LGBTQ students. The ACLU calls the investigation a “sham.”

2 years ago

Listen 1:27
Trump Columnist Lawsuit
Courts & Law

Trump accuser says many in her generation didn’t report rape

E. Jean Carroll's remarks on Monday came during cross-examination from Trump's lawyer, Joe Tacopina, who questioned why she did not contact police.

2 years ago

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Education

3 unions at Rutgers University have reached tentative agreements

The agreements, which include raises and job protections, covers educators, researchers, and clinicians through June 2026.

2 years ago

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Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

The Pa. legislature seems to have met a tax break it dislikes: one for teachers, nurses, and cops

Lawmakers have passed millions of dollars worth of corporate tax credits in recent years, but Republicans say they’re wary of Gv. Shapiro’s plan to offer a new one to workers.

2 years ago

The Philadelphia skyline. (Mark Henninger / Imagic Digital)
Health

After 30 years, a Philly ‘safe haven’ for addiction treatment has quietly closed

CHANCES was an outpatient substance use treatment program in Philly. It initially opened in the early '90s to serve women and mothers.

2 years ago

A person's hand holds up an
Politics & Policy

Last chance to register to vote in Philadelphia primary

Voters must register by today in order to participate in the May 16 primary, which will likely determine Philly’s next mayor.

2 years ago

An up-close view of someone displaying weed that they purchased at a store in N.J.
Community

Now that recreational marijuana is legal in Delaware, what can – and can’t – you do?

The law lets people use, buy, transport and give away weed. But it doesn’t give users carte blanche to do whatever they want.

2 years ago

Listen 1:37
Eszter Kutas stands at Holocaust Memorial Plaza.
Community

Philly Holocaust memorial will update itself with a new mural

The Holocaust Plaza in Center City has the oldest Holocaust memorial sculpture in America. Now it is commissioning the largest mural.

2 years ago

Listen 1:15
Philadelphia 76ers' James Harden and Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum
Community

76ers, Celtics renew rivalry; Embiid doubtful for Game 1

The last time the 76ers won was the 1982 Eastern Conference finals matchup when Philadelphia took Game 7 in Boston.

2 years ago

Newly drafted Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Carter (left) and Nolan Smith pose for a photo after a news conference at the NFL football team's training facility
Community

Georgia on their minds! Eagles bullish for Bulldogs in draft

The Eagles took cornerback Kelee Ringo in the fourth round Saturday to make it three picks overall off the national champions' roster.

2 years ago

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Community
6abc

Union enters 3rd week of strike against Liberty Coca-Cola in Philadelphia

Union members continue to protest that Liberty has underpaid and underserved its workers.

2 years ago

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Community
6abc

2 officers, suspect shot during standoff in the Germantown section of Philadelphia

Two police officers and a suspect were shot after an hours-long standoff in the Germantown section of Philadelphia.

2 years ago

LACC’s new Infant and Toddler center in Wilmington, Delaware. (Johnn Perez-Gonzalez/WHYY)
Community

Wilmington’s Latin American Community Center doubles the size of its early childhood education facility

The community center, which empowers and supports low-income communities, is expanding its early childhood education capacity with plans for even more.

2 years ago

The front of a brick school building.
Education
6abc

Universal Vare Charter School in Philadelphia becomes 6th school to close due to asbestos issues

Universal Vare is the sixth school to close due to asbestos, following the C.W. Henry Elementary School, which closed on Monday.

2 years ago

Broad Street Run
Community

How to navigate Philly road closures during Sunday’s Broad Street Run

More than 36,000 people are expected to take part in America’s largest 10-mile road race. Here’s how you can avoid race-related delays.

2 years ago

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