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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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Health

Crozer Health in talks to sell Delco hospitals, other assets to ChristianaCare

Negotiations between the two entities will continue until a “definitive agreement” is reached. A deal could close in the second half of this year.

4 years ago

Jillian Patricia Pirtle, CEO of the Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society, holds a letter written by Marian Anderson. Pirtle and actor Bryan Anthony Wilson will perform dramatic a reading of letters sent between Anderson and husband, Orpheus Fisher, at Philadelphia’s Penn Museum on February 13, 2022. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Arts & Entertainment

Hear Marian Anderson’s love letters performed in time for Valentine’s Day

The 60-year romance between the famed opera singer and her architect husband, as documented in their private letters, will be made public, on stage, on Sunday.

4 years ago

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A view down Washington Avenue
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘It’s called respect’: Washington Avenue drama plays out amid the tensions of a gentrifying neighborhood

It’s too soon to say how Washington Avenue will ultimately look, and what impact it will have on the neighborhoods surrounding it.

4 years ago

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Community
6abc

Fire company in Delaware County shut down after racist remarks caught on video call

An investigation will determine whether the temporary silence at the Briarcliffe Fire company becomes permanent.

4 years ago

An angry member of the public criticizes council members for their placement of signs, such as the giant check, near the podium. (Kenny Cooper/WHYY)
Community

In Yeadon, a white police chief backed by Black residents still has his job

At a contentious meeting, the Borough Council did not vote to fire Anthony “Chachi” Paparo for costly part-time hiring practices.

4 years ago

(Miguel Martinez/Billy Penn)
Politics & Policy

Philly City Council has a new district map, but it still doesn’t address prison gerrymandering

Council President Darrell Clarke left open the possibility that members might make changes before the map’s inaugural use in 2023 elections.

4 years ago

Leroy Evans' nephew, Eric Evans, speaking at a rally for Leroy's freedom on Thursday morning
Courts & Law

Leroy Evans’ family is hopeful for his release soon, 40 years after a wrongful conviction

The Pa. attorney general’s Conviction Integrity Section looked into the case. The investigation over, his attorney has petitioned Delaware County Court.

4 years ago

Brooklyn Nets guard James Harden (13) and Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons (25), part of a deadline day trade between the two NBA franchises on Feb. 10, 2022. (AP Photos/Matt York/Nick Wass, File)
Arts & Entertainment

The Ben Simmons era is over. Sixers fans rejoice, welcome James Harden to Philly

The disgruntled All-Star guard is heading to the Brooklyn Nets, along with Seth Curry and Andre Drummond, in a blockbuster trade.

4 years ago

A closeup of Philadelphia City Hall.
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Philly voters may be asked whether to place term limits on City Council

Councilmember Allan Domb introduced the bill, and wants the ballot measure to go to voters during May’s primary election.

4 years ago

A sign on the wall for the Delaware DOJ
Courts & Law

First felony hate crime conviction for Delaware Division of Civil Rights and Public Trust

For the first time, the Delaware Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division has won a conviction at trial on felony hate crime charges.

4 years ago

A closeup of Gov. Tom Wolf
Keystone Crossroads
Politics & Policy

Poorer cities, growing suburbs get most out of Wolf’s schools plan

Under the governor's proposal, 20 districts — primarily cities with the lowest household incomes — would get more than half of the $1.55 billion.

4 years ago

Students wearing masks
Education

Camden schools will stay masked up after statewide order is lifted

The Camden City School District says students, staff, and visitors will still be required to wear masks after the statewide order lifts. Other districts are still deciding.

4 years ago

Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf delivers his budget address for the 2022-23 fiscal year to a joint session of the Pennsylvania House and Senate in Harrisburg, Pa., Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Politics & Policy

An immigrant resource hub is being proposed by Pennsylvania Democratic state lawmakers.

The bill is not supported by Republican lawmakers.

4 years ago

Ray Hoffman is given a shot while laying down in a medical facility
Health

Most vulnerable still in jeopardy as COVID precautions ease

As more places drop mask orders and other COVID-19 precautions, there's new urgency in finding ways to protect up to 7 million Americans with severely weak immune systems.

4 years ago

An aerial view of Liberty Point under construction
Community

Liberty Point eyes spring opening at Penn’s Landing as Philly’s ‘largest restaurant’

Situated next to the Independence Seaport Museum, wrapping around the waterfront, will be a multi-level restaurant and entertainment venue that can host up to 1,400 people.

4 years ago

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