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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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Police on the streets in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Philadelphia
Public Safety
NBC10

Child, 4, seriously hurt, man killed in North Philadelphia shooting

The girl was shot in the chest, shoulder and arm while standing in the doorway of a home, police said

6 years ago

Scott Ruskan of Oxford, N.J. will ship out for Coast Guard training after he graduates with an accounting degree in 2021. (Courtesy of Rider University)
Military
New Jersey
Sports

Rider student celebrates Coast Guard enlistment on campus

Scott Ruskan of Oxford, N.J. will ship out for Coast Guard training after he graduates with an accounting degree in 2021.

6 years ago

The Sheraton along Interstate 95 south of Wilmington has been sold to serve people experiencing homeless. (Cris Barrish/WHYY)
Delaware
Homelessness
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‘Swamp Hotel’ bought by New Castle County for $19.5M to serve homeless people

The remote hotel near wetlands off I-95 south of Wilmington led to struggles attracting guests. The county snapped it up at auction using federal coronavirus relief money.

6 years ago

Listen 2:32
(Samuel Lieberman/Billy Penn)
Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Iconic South Philly pretzel shop asks for help to reopen after power surge

After four decades in business, family-owned Center City Pretzel Co. is fighting for survival.

6 years ago

Screen shot from WHYY's virtual Community Conversation, 'Preserving Your Mental Health in a Double Pandemic.' (WHYY)
Community Conversations
Community Events
Mental Health
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‘Living in this world is difficult’: Regional experts on stress and prioritizing mental health in the midst of a double pandemic

Stressors, stigma and self-care were the focus of a virtual community conversation sponsored Wednesday night by WHYY.

6 years ago

Adrienne Kennedy
Things To Do
Community Events
November 12 - 18, 2020

Virtual play festival, Jewish culture on film and decking historic holiday halls in this week’s ‘Things to Do’

This week’s “Things to Do” features Jewish culture celebrated virtually, an online dance party, and the return of ice skating.

6 years ago

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In this photo illustration the US President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential candidate and former US Vice President Joe Biden are seen during the final presidential debate displayed on a screen of a smartphone. (Photo Illustration by Pavlo Conchar/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)
NPR
Elections
National

The census is not over: What’s ahead during the Biden transition

Some major final steps for the 2020 census are set to take place during the transition from President Trump to President-elect Joe Biden.

6 years ago

Upper Tohickon Creek in Bucks County
Environment
Pennsylvania
Sustainability

Planning, protection, and promises: Developer responds to pushback on proposed Bucks County quarry

H&K Group, which proposes a 2-pit quarry in Springfield Twp., pledged noise protection, environmental reclamation and a commitment to work with residents.

6 years ago

President-elect Joe Biden, and Jill Biden, stand with their hands over their hearts before placing a wreath at the Philadelphia Korean War Memorial
Military
National
Public Health

Veterans Day in 2020: Quiet parades, somber virtual events

Cemeteries were silent as well, as many traditional ceremonies were canceled. With infections raging nationwide, several veterans homes are fighting new outbreaks.

6 years ago

Dawn Wooten, left, a nurse at Irwin County Detention Center in Ocilla, Georgia, speaks at a news conference in Atlanta
Immigration
National

US deports migrant women who alleged abuse by Georgia doctor

ICE has already deported six former patients who complained about Dr. Mahendra Amin, who has been accused of operating on migrant women without their consent.

6 years ago

Protesters march from the scene of Walter Wallace Jr.’s killing to Malcolm X Park. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Elections
Philadelphia

West Philly voters want Biden to deliver on police reform, education and an ‘even’ playing field

We talked to West Philadelphia voters about their White House wish list under a Biden-Harris administration.

6 years ago

(Facebook / Boot & Saddle)
Business
Music
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Boot & Saddle is closing, long live the Boot & Saddle sign

The indie music venue is closing so sister concert hall Union Transfer can live on, owners said.

6 years ago

Carson Wentz passes during the first half of the Eagles-Ravens game
Philadelphia
Sports

First-place Eagles have a cushion despite losing record

While the Eagles (3-4-1) rested and recovered during their bye, they didn’t lose any ground in the NFC East.

6 years ago

Walter Wallace Jr.’s casket is moved out of New Temple Baptist Church in North Philadelphia.
Radio Times
Policing

The impact and lessons from the shooting of Walter Wallace Jr.

Following the release of bodycam footage of the police shooting of Walter Wallace Jr., we'll discuss the impact that the incident has had and what should change.

Air Date: November 10, 2020

Listen 49:43
Ubiq storefront with Atmos written on top
Business
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

Philly’s world-famous sneaker brand Ubiq is gone, but Atmos has arrived

With founder John Lee’s blessing, the shop that originated in the Gallery Mall is now part of a Japanese global chain.

6 years ago

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