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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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Mayor Ras Baraka speaks to supporters and media after a court appearance
Courts & Law

Newark mayor sues New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor after arrest at immigration detention site

Mayor Ras Baraka says the Trump-appointed attorney had pursued the case out of political spite. Baraka was denied entry to Delaney Hall and arrested on May 9.

6 months ago

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Studio 2
Politics & Policy

What to know about the New Jersey primary and the governor race

With the NJ primary a week away, we dig into the hotly contested governor race, the 11 candidates, the key issues, the money, and President Trump's influence.

Air Date: June 3, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 52:05
A closeup of Jack Ciattarelli
Politics & Policy

Trump, pushing for Ciattarelli, says New Jersey ‘ready to pop out of blue horror show’

The president, who has golf clubs around the state and frequently stays at his Bedminster property, announced his endorsement for Ciattarelli last month.

6 months ago

A New Jersey Transit commuter train on a rail platform in Hoboken, New Jersey
Urban Planning

NJ Transit looks to improve services ahead of fare hike and major events

The transit system is working with Amtrak to ensure trains run smoothly. NJ Transit is also adding new train cars and buses to improve rider experience.

6 months ago

Listen 2:07
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Weather

Forecasters predict a busy hurricane season for 2025

NOAA said a warmer ocean is partly to blame for the above average predictions. New Jersey officials said beach preparation is key.

6 months ago

The Rev. Zachary Swantek, Princeton University’s Catholic chaplain
Education

Being a devout Catholic at a secular college like Princeton University can be challenging. Some call it a blessing

News that the global Catholic Church would get its first U.S.-born pope was welcomed by Catholic students at Princeton and other U.S. universities.

6 months ago

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Community

WHYY News teams up with the Trenton Community Street Team for a community BBQ

Residents can enjoy a complimentary lunch and meet with WHYY News representatives.

6 months ago

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Community

Why is news important? WHYY News is heading to a Trenton intermediate school to teach a media literacy class

A class of New Jersey fifth graders will explore the world of news during a course about news gathering, story ideation and storyboarding.

6 months ago

The rotunda at New Jersey's statehouse
Politics & Policy

N.J. lawmakers consider bill that’s designed to help older adults during a natural disaster or emergency

A New Jersey Senate committee has approved a bill to create emergency registries, to let older adults sign up for assistance during a crisis in the county where they live.

6 months ago

Listen 0:59
State School Superintendent Katrina McCombs
Education

New Jersey leaders launch search for new Camden schools superintendent

State education officials recruited a suburban Chicago firm to conduct a nationwide search to find a successor to Katrina McCombs.

6 months ago

Listen 0:50
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Arts & Entertainment

Roots Picnic, Pride Weekend and West Philly Porchfest in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

May 29 - June 1: “Hairspray” in Del., Roots Picnic in Philly, and Waltfest in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

6 months ago

Listen 5:24
Blue Jackets' Johnny Gaudreau's family
Community

Gaudreau Family 5K Run/Walk and Family Day to honor NHL star’s legacy and support inclusive playground

The sold out race at Washington Lake Park in Sewell, Gloucester County, will also include several activities to honor the local hockey stars.

6 months ago

Listen 1:05
Nurses and technicians in Philadelphia hold signs regarding complaints over staffing
Health

New Jersey’s largest nurses union warns of a possible strike if hospitals don’t provide safe staffing ratios

Inspira Health Network would be hardest hit if Health Professionals and Allied Employees, the state’s largest nurses union, choose to go on strike.

6 months ago

Listen 0:55
Emil Bove sitting in a courtroom
Courts & Law

Ex-Trump attorney, top DOJ official picked to be federal judge in Philadelphia-based appeals court

As acting deputy attorney general, Bove has been at the center of some of the department’s most scrutinized actions since Trump’s return to the White House in January.

6 months ago

A man holds a young falcon chick
Science

U.S. peregrine falcons adapt well to city living as their coastal cousins struggle with bird flu

City falcons have successfully added buildings and bridges to the their natural habitats in cities such as Elizabeth, New Jersey.

6 months ago

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