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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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Trucks block access to southbound Route 1 near Dewey Beach
Courts & Law

‘Like he was cracking a whip’: Jury says white Delaware road crew discriminated against Black co-worker, award him $1.3 million

A man working for the contractor Greggo & Ferrara alleged he was called the N-word and “boy” by a white co-worker.

4 hours ago

A police car idles outside the former home of R.C. Horsch on West Chew Avenue in Philadelphia's Olney neighborhood
Community

I took an alleged Philly killer to lunch 12 years ago. Here’s what I learned about a self-proclaimed ‘sociopath’

The Olney home of the late R.C. Horsch is at the center of a grisly police investigation. I interviewed him for over three hours a decade ago.

5 hours ago

Legislative Hall in Dover, Delaware.
Politics & Policy

‘Not putting brakes on’: Delaware pursues AI-run companies initiative amid reports of agents going rogue

Legal scholars question who would be liable for an artificial intelligence agent’s bad behavior under the state’s proposal.

5 hours ago

a sign at Bethany Beach reads BEACH ACCESS CLOSED
Science

Nor’easter aftermath: Sussex County beaches could have long recovery ahead

State officials are working to restore beach access to places like Bethany Beach, which have seen significant dune erosion.

16 hours ago

A sign at the entrance to the base
Politics & Policy

Plans for immigration detention center at South Jersey military base scrapped by Trump administration

A government report says as of last October, the Trump administration no longer builds new detention facilities on military bases.

16 hours ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts responds to a question during a news conference after a game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago, Monday, Sept. 28, 2026.
Arts & Entertainment

Turnovers, penalties and poor decisions costly in Eagles’ 27-7 loss to Bears

The Eagles (2-1) will have to clean things up if they want to contend for a title.

1 day ago

A rallygoer speaks at a podium labeled SOS FOR HEALTH, and behind, a woman holds a sign reading MEDICARE FOR ALL in a heart
Health

About 8,000 lawfully present Pennsylvania immigrants face Medicaid health insurance terminations on Oct. 1

New federal Medicaid eligibility cuts for immigrants, including refugees and asylees, were passed by Congress and President Trump.

1 day ago

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Some patients at Dr. Christine Meyer’s practice in Exton, Pennsylvania, use continuous glucose monitors
Health

How a steady flow of data helps Pennsylvania primary care doctors manage their patients’ diabetes

Primary care providers say continuous glucose monitors can help diabetics successfully lower their blood sugar, especially when patients try them at local practices.

1 day ago

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From left, state Rep. Jordan Harris, state Sen. Sharif Street, and Pa. House Speaker Joanna McClinton speak
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania will legalize adult-use marijuana if Democrats flip 3 state Senate seats in November, legislators say

Expungement of past convictions and first dibs for minority dispensary owners top legislators’ cannabis agenda.

1 day ago

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Debris is piled up on the beach in Atlantic City
Science

Nor’easter scoured Jersey and Delaware beaches, causing erosion and flooding

A 2025 beach-replenishment project in Atlantic City cost about $40 million, while work this year in Sea Isle, Strathmere and Ocean City had a $41 million price tag.

2 days ago

Shania Bennett speaks at a podium during the press conference for the kickoff of her mayoral campaign in Philadelphia.
Politics & Policy

Shania Bennett is running for mayor of Philadelphia at 26. She says she’s ready to lead the next generation

Shania Bennett is the first candidate to launch a 2027 mayoral campaign against Cherelle Parker.

2 days ago

Republican candidate Tom Kean, Jr., left, and Rebecca Bennett, the Democratic candidate in the U.S. Congressional District 7 race look on from stage prior to a debate, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, in Rahway, N.J.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey Republican Tom Kean Jr. and Democrat Rebecca Bennett clash over war in Iran, tariffs

The state's 7th Congressional District became slightly more Republican after the redistricting following the 2020 census. Democrats still view it as a key pickup opportunity.

2 days ago

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper, left, is doused by Garret Stubbs, right, during a celebration in the clubhouse after the team clinched a Wild Card slot in the postseason by defeating the Tampa Bay Rays in a baseball game Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, in Philadelphia.
Arts & Entertainment

From collapse to clinch, Phillies survive ‘living hell’ of last week and win final NL wild card

The Phillies must try and prove their late-September meltdown was nothing but a blip in a long and successful October.

2 days ago

Daisy the dog sits in a kayak amid flooding in Ocean City.
Weather

Nor’easter aftermath: Jersey Shore cleanup underway after widespread flooding

In Wildwood, waves breached a beach berm as back bay flooding inundated streets, renewing questions about how to protect the shore.

2 days ago

Homeless people sitting at an underpass in Wilminigton
Community

‘A lack of caring’: Wilmington homeless residents question city’s efforts to provide housing after evicting them from local park

The lack of shelter beds and rental assistance is contributing to more people in Wilmington and across Delaware living on the streets.

2 days ago

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