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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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Temple University guard Eddie Jones, right, keeps basketball coach John Chaney in a headlock as they walk off the court after their practice session at the USAir Arena, Thursday, Match 17, 1994. (AP Photo/Ted Mathias)
Philadelphia

John Chaney, iconic Temple basketball coach, dies at 89

The Hall of Famer began his coaching career at local high schools and rose through the ranks to become one Philadelphia’s winningest athletics figures.

5 years ago

Then Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni speaks during a news conference at the NFL team's facility, Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Philadelphia
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WATCH: Nick Sirianni’s introductory news conference with the Eagles

Nick Sirianni will have his first news conference on Friday around noon. It’s finally happening.

5 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid, the crown jewel of The Process. (Embiid: AP Photo/Carlos Osorio/Skyline: Mark Henninger/Imagic Digital)
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Billy Penn

All hail Joel Embiid, the perfect Philadelphia sports hero

It’s a beautiful time to be a Sixers fan.

5 years ago

Hope Center executive director Kim Eppehimer talks to guest David Hicks in the lobby. (Cris Barrish/WHYY)
Delaware
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Housing
Income Inequality

Del. ‘Swamp Hotel’ now a swank ‘stepping stone’ for people experiencing homelessness

New Castle County bought the hotel to create a comprehensive shelter and service center to help guests transition to stable, permanent housing.

5 years ago

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Drexel University
Philadelphia
Public Health

Drexel tries to distance itself, but nursing students helped Philly Fighting COVID vaccinate patients

A statement from the university president attempts to distance the school from the now-disgraced start-up, whose CEO is in its master’s of psychology program.

5 years ago

Cicely Tyson arrives at night two of the Creative Arts Emmy Awards on Sept. 15, 2019, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)
Movies
National

Cicely Tyson, groundbreaking award-winning actor, dead at 96

Tyson's death was announced by her family, via her manager Larry Thompson, who did not immediately provide additional details.

5 years ago

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Public Safety
Transportation
Billy Penn

More people fell on SEPTA tracks in 2020 than past five years, despite massive ridership drop

The grand majority of falls happen on the Market-Frankford Line.

5 years ago

Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw, wearing a face mask, speaks to the press
Philadelphia
Policing
Social Justice

Philly police chief Outlaw will not resign after report critical of her handling of protests

Outlaw admitted that Philly police were “woefully understaffed” when protests broke out in late May, but defended her officers’ overall response.

5 years ago

Facebook created the panel of experts to review the hardest calls the social network makes about what it does and does not allow users to post. (Jeff Chiu/AP)
NPR
Media
Social Justice

Facebook ‘Supreme Court’ orders social network to restore 4 posts in first rulings

Facebook was directed to restore several posts that the social network had removed for breaking its rules on hate speech, harmful misinformation and other matters.

5 years ago

Chestnut Hill on Ice
Things To Do
Community Events
January 28 - February 3, 2021

Chestnut Hill’s winter wonderland, The Hives virtual tour, and hot chocolate celebrated in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

Things to do in and around Philadelphia include a winter festival in Chestnut Hill, a virtual tour from The Hives, and a sweet celebration.

5 years ago

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CBS 3 evening anchor Ukee Washington became emotional thanking viewers and colleagues for their support.
Media
Philadelphia
Race & Ethnicity
Billy Penn

#WeStandWithUkee: Groundswell of support for CBS Philly anchor after reports of racist treatment

National network executives Peter Dunn and David Friend have been placed on administrative leave.

5 years ago

A police officer moves through tear gas deployed to disperse a crowd as Justice for George Floyd Philadelphia protests continue in Philly
PlanPhilly
Philadelphia
Policing
Social Justice

Philly police chief OK’d use of tear gas on protesters and residents, investigation finds

The controller’s report reveals new details about the internal dialogue between officials grappling with how to respond to unprecedented public unrest.

5 years ago

COVID-protective plexiglass barriers at a West Philly branch of the Free Library
Philadelphia
Public Health
Billy Penn

Free Library installs plexiglass after branch workers push for more COVID protections

With input from the union, the institution is trying to balance community needs and safety concerns.

5 years ago

In this Dec. 30, 2015, file photo, Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant touches his chest as he walks off the court in Boston after the Lakers' 112-104 win over the Boston Celtics in an NBA basketball game. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)
National
Sports

Kobe’s presence remains strong, legacy growing

“It’s nice to see his memory, and just his way of his life being celebrated by people far beyond our area."

5 years ago

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Community Conversations
Media
Race & Ethnicity
Social Justice

Conversations of Kings 2021: Media, narrative, and social change

On Martin Luther King Jr. Day this year, NewCORE and WHYY presented the 2021 Conversations of Kings: Media, narrative, and social change.

5 years ago

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