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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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Philadelphia City Councilmember Kenyatta Johnson leaves Federal Court after the judge in his bribery trial declared a mistrial, following the jury's failure to reach a unanimous verdict on the charges. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Courts & Law

Juror dismissed in Kenyatta Johnson retrial over ‘religious conviction’

The juror was dismissed during the fifth day of deliberations, not long before a reconstituted panel acquitted Johnson and three co-defendants.

3 years ago

Handlers walk The Turkey balloon down the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Community
6abc

Philly’s Thanksgiving Day Parade: What you need to know

Philly's Thanksgiving Day Parade returns to the Ben Franklin Parkway on Thursday. Here's what you need to know, from street closures and parking restrictions to parade timing.

3 years ago

A sings is posted urging travelers to wear a protective masks as a precaution against the spread of the coronavirus
Health
6abc

Doctors warn of flu, RSV, and COVID ahead of Thanksgiving

Doctors say COVID-19 is not the only concern this year. They are seeing a rise in cases of RSV and flu.

3 years ago

A Philadelphia police cruiser is parked between Arch and Market streets in West Philadelphia
Stop and Frisk: Revisit or Resist
Community

Episode 2: The targets

While some older Black Philadelphians are calling for stop and frisk in Philadelphia, many young Black men in the city are terrified by the possibility.

Air Date: November 22, 2022

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Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner says he will have his say about the articles of impeachment. (Tom MacDonald/WHYY)
Courts & Law

Philly DA Krasner continues to rally public to fight impeachment

With an impeachment trial hanging over him, Larry Krasner continues to say it’s nothing more than partisan politics.

3 years ago

(Hannah Lonser for Billy Penn)
Community
Billy Penn

West Philly’s bustling holiday pop-up is like Christmas Village with all Black-owned vendors

Open six days a week throughout the shopping season, the indoor market was set up by The Enterprise Center.

3 years ago

Left: Some ginkgo leaves have turned golden and dropped, but some trees around Philly are holding onto their still-green foliage LIZZY MCLELLAN RAVITCH; DENA DRISCOLL
Science
Billy Penn

Philly Ginkgo trees are late dropping their leaves (and stinky fruit) this year

A hot, dry summer and warm start to fall could be the reason, botanists say, though a larger trend is due to climate change.

3 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) is pursued by Indianapolis Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin (44) in the second half of an NFL football game in Indianapolis, Fla., Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Arts & Entertainment

Jalen Hurts’ late TD run gives Eagles 17-16 win over Colts

Jalen Hurts ran for an 8-yard touchdown with 1:20 remaining, and the Philadelphia Eagles rallied past the Indianapolis Colts 17-16.

3 years ago

A traveler moves through the Philadelphia International Airport
Community

Philadelphia International Airport braces for Thanksgiving travel rush

Approximately 867,000 people will pass through the airport this week. Officials recommend arriving at least 2.5 hours early for domestic flights, three for international.

3 years ago

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Community
6abc

Runners brace the cold for the 2022 Philadelphia Marathon

Tens of thousands of athletes competed in the Philadelphia marathon Sunday, battling both frigid temperatures and high winds on their way to the finish line.

3 years ago

A sign reads Eastern Mediterranean Gallery in a large, open room.
Arts & Entertainment

Penn Museum unveils a new look at the ancient Mediterranean world

The new Eastern Mediterranean gallery at Penn Museum updates the ancient “crucible” that gave rise to the pillars of our modern world.

3 years ago

People gather around a table in a park.
Urban Planning

Friends of Clark Park is collecting community input for a new ‘Master Plan,’ though residents say they don’t want major changes

Many residents say they’d like small changes to make the park more accessible — like new benches, public bathrooms, and an updated playground.

3 years ago

Jackie Small of Philly DIY Wedding creates flower wreaths at the Philadelphia Flower Show announcement. Small will be one of the vendors when the show returns to the Pennsylvania Convention Center in March of 2023. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Community

Philly Flower Show will come inside and go electric

The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society revealed details about the upcoming Flower Show, featuring live music, and more hands-on activities

3 years ago

David Adelman, part owner of the Philadelphia 76ers, stands at the corner of 10th and Market streets, across the street from where the team hopes to build a new arena (Emma Lee/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

New details emerge about Sixers’ proposal for new arena

The team behind the billion-dollar development led a media tour of the potential footprint of the arena on Friday afternoon.

3 years ago

File photo: The former PES refinery site in South Philadelphia on June 2020. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Community benefits agreement talks to start in 2023 for Philly refinery redevelopment

The company redeveloping the former refinery plans to use a third-party facilitator to negotiate an agreement with community stakeholders.

3 years ago

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