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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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A closeup of detailing on Philly row houses
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘A slap in the face’: Philly metro named among the country’s ‘least affordable’ for renters

The city is still more affordable than other big cities. But it’s become increasingly more expensive for the average resident.

5 months ago

Listen 1:02
The aftermath of the plane crash
Science

The deadly NE Philly plane crash caused a plume of smoke and a massive crater. Here’s what to know about the environmental impacts

Environmental contractors removed dumpsters worth of contaminated soil from the crater, according to DEP reports.

5 months ago

Listen 1:01
Newly installed security barriers are seen on Bourbon Street next to a memorial for victims of the Jan. 1 car attack ahead of the Super Bowl in New Orleans, Friday, Jan. 31, 2025. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)
Community

Eagles fan who survived New Orleans truck attack returning to city for Super Bowl

Ryan Quigley was invited to spend the new year in New Orleans with his friend and Louisiana native Tiger Bech.

5 months ago

Stephen Tetkowski, a senior ballet student at the Arts Academy of Benjamin Rush, is also a kicker for the George Washington High School football team. He says his dance training has prepared him well for sports. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

Philly high school football player is an all-star on the field and in the dance studio

Stephen Tetkowski could not decide between dance and football. So he does both.

5 months ago

Eli Nogueda, owner of Adelita's Mexican Market, said his sales have fallen by around 40% since December. (Emily Neil/WHYY)
Community

Norristown’s immigrant, Latino communities grapple with impact from Trump’s immigration policies

Leaders have organized a buy-in and protest this Saturday to support immigrant-owned and immigrant-serving businesses in Norristown.

5 months ago

Listen 1:22
In this May 22, 2018 photo, ruddy turnstones, larger birds, and semipalmated sandpipers walk near the shoreline at Kimbles Beach, Middle Township NJ.  Each spring, shorebirds migrating from South America to the Arctic stop on the sands of Delaware Bay to feast on masses of horseshoe crab eggs. It's a marvel of ecology. It's also one of the world's hot-spots for bird flu and a bonanza for scientists seeking clues to how influenza evolves so they just might better protect people.  (AP Photo/Jacqueline Larma). (AP Photo/Jacqueline Larma)
Health

It’s like ‘dead birds flying’: How bird flu is spreading in the wild

In the U.S., bird flu headlines have focused on an unprecedented number of American cases and the impact of the virus on dairy cows and on poultry.

5 months ago

Trump and Netanyahu speaking at a press conference taken from behind them facing the audience
Politics & Policy

Trump carries out his ‘flood the zone’ strategy, creating a week of whiplash

The first three weeks of the Trump presidency have delivered dozens of executive orders in an attempted remaking of the federal government.

5 months ago

Matt Meyer teaching a class in a school room
Education

‘Students are waiting’: Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer demands quick implementation of new education funding formula

Gov. Matt Meyer wants a solution to school funding inequities this year despite the task force pushing back its deadline to July 2026.

5 months ago

Listen 0:48
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) pose with the Lombardy Trophy during Super Bowl 59 Opening Night, Monday, Feb. 3, 2025, in New Orleans
Community

Ty Johnson breaks down Super Bowl 59: The Eagles are the better team. But can they win?

Kansas City is aiming for a historic three-peat, while Philly seeks redemption. Sports radio host Ty Johnson previews the highly anticipated rematch with WHYY’s Jennifer Lynn.

5 months ago

Listen 7:03
People at a town hall meeting passing a bottle of water around so they can smell it.
Science

Upper Makefield residents call for answers on Energy Transfer pipeline leak

Some residents in Bucks County reported smells of gasoline in their water as far back as September 2023.

5 months ago

Listen 1:17
Donald Nally leading a choir
Arts & Entertainment

The meaning of the universe is debated in a premiere by The Crossing choir

Sebastian Currier’s “Mysterium” is based on the husband-and-wife team of scientist Robbert Dijkgraaf and novelist Pia de Jong.

5 months ago

Pennsylvania State Rep. Jennifer O'Mara. (Kenny Cooper/WHYY)
Courts & Law

Pa. legislators push for Extreme Risk Protection Orders to prevent firearm suicides

Extreme Risk Protection Order laws, active in 21 states and Washington D.C., show promise in mitigating suicide and mass violence risks.

5 months ago

Listen 1:18
a child painting
Community

Philly pilot program brings playful learning installations to affordable housing communities

The Live and Learn pilot program is installing playful learning spaces and activities at two affordable housing sites in North Philadelphia.

5 months ago

Listen 5:04
Zoe Ovans looks on
Science

In light of Trump’s anti-‘DEI’ order and funding instability, Philly-area scientists question their future in the U.S.

One researcher described it as a “particularly insidious way” to stymie the work of U.S. scientists.

5 months ago

Listen 2:44
a SEPTA train on fire
Community
6abc

SEPTA train goes up in flames in Delaware County; roughly 350 passengers evacuated

The six-car train was traveling from Philadelphia to Wilmington when it caught fire around 6 p.m. Thursday near the Crum Lynne Station in Ridley Park.

5 months ago

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