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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 person crosses a street during a winter snow storm in Philadelphia, Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024.
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Fast-moving storm drops up to 9 inches of snow across Delaware Valley

Here's what you need to know in Philadelphia, the suburbs, New Jersey and Delaware.

1 year ago

A person crossing the street in front of Philadelphia City Hall with snow on the ground.
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Philadelphia
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Winter storm to bring rain, sleet and snow to Philadelphia region

Rain and sleet are expected to create slushy conditions for early commuters before snow moves in by mid-morning.

1 year ago

The Octavius Catto statue at Philadelphia City Hall is coated in snow and ice
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Expect winter storm to impact Tuesday morning commute

In the city, it could be sloppy with rain changing to wet snow during the height of the morning commute.

1 year ago

Rain water puddled inside Fort Mifflin
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Extreme rain and rising tides threaten Philly’s Revolutionary War-era Fort Mifflin

Fort Mifflin sits right along the Delaware River. It’s one of many historic sites across the country at risk from climate change.

1 year ago

Listen 5:44
Groundhog Club co-handler Al Dereume holds Punxsutawney Phil
Animals
Pennsylvania

Punxsutawney Phil predicts an early spring at Groundhog Day festivities

A federal agency examined Punxsutawney Phil's record last year and put his accuracy rate at about 40%.

1 year ago

Groundhog Club handler A.J. Dereume holds Punxsutawney Phil, the weather prognosticating groundhog, during the 137th celebration of Groundhog Day on Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pa., Feb. 2, 2023. The arrival of annual Groundhog Day celebrations Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, will draw thousands of people to see celebrity woodchuck Phil at Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pa. — an event that exploded in popularity after the 1993 Bill Murray movie.
Animals
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Explainers
Pennsylvania

The origins of Groundhog Day and Punxsutawney Phil

Thousands are expected to attend the annual event that exploded in popularity after the 1993 Bill Murray movie.

1 year ago

There's a bike lane under there somewhere. South 11th Street near Christian Street, Jan. 22, 2024. (Meir Rinde/Billy Penn)
Streets & Roads
Transportation
Billy Penn

Plowing for pedalers: Philly cyclists unhappy with lack of bike lane snow removal

It was difficult for cyclists to commute without risking fall as many bike lanes remained snow covered days after the storms were over.

1 year ago

BOILWATER
Environment
Food & Drink
Public Health

Boil water advisory lifted for parts of Montgomery County

Pennsylvania American Water reported that the issue was resolved and chlorine levels have returned to normal.

1 year ago

The Ben Franklin Bridge in Philadelphia during a snow storm on Jan. 19, 2024.
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia

Black ice and bitter winds left from snowstorm’s aftemath. Here’s the latest forecast

The combination of black ice and cold winds may cause problems for commutes throughout the day.

1 year ago

Heavy, wet snow falls on Moorestown, N.J.
New Jersey
Philadelphia

Photo essay: The Philly region sees its first real snowfall

The snow drought in the Philadelphia area finally came to an end after 715 days.

1 year ago

Sledders flock to Stokes Hill in Moorestown.
Philadelphia
Public Safety
Streets & Roads

Philly officials advise caution as snow emergency expires: ‘Pack your patience’

A Code Blue remains in effect due to frigid temperatures.

1 year ago

A person walking in Love Park in Philadelphia in the snow
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Explainers

Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers

Public safety officials and experts say there are multiple ways people can prepare themselves to avoid these winter weather hazards and keep themselves safe.

1 year ago

Dog curled up in a shelter
Animals
Environment
6abc

ACCT rescues dozens of abandoned pets as frigid temps spread through Philadelphia region

Little 'Johnnie Depp' and 'Hammer' are two dogs the ACCT recently rescued from the cold following a citizens' alert.

1 year ago

A city trash truck outfitted with a plow rolls down Cumberland Street
Outdoors
Philadelphia
6abc

Snow is accumulating in the Philly region. Here’s the latest forecast

The area's first measurable amount of snowfall in nearly two years came earlier this week. Now it's time for round two.

1 year ago

Pipes parts
Environment
Housing

How to keep pipes from freezing in cold weather and what to do if your pipes freeze

Pipes frozen? Follow these tips on how to prevent your pipes from freezing when the temperature drops — and what to do if your pipes freeze.

1 year ago

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