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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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Courts & Law

Man grabs Philadelphia police officer’s gun outside hospital, shoots him before being fatally shot

The man was driven to a psychiatric hospital in a police van but was not handcuffed because he had agreed to go voluntarily.

6 months ago

A sign for Crozer Health is visible in the foreground, with buildings in the background.
Health

A civil lawsuit in Delco threatens to upend Crozer’s sale

A Delaware County judge ruled in favor of a civil lawsuit seeking to block the Foundation of Delaware County from giving money to Crozer’s parent company.

6 months ago

N.J. Capitol building
Politics & Policy

N.J. committee passes bills to stop big rent increases, prevent property hoarding and improve communication about affordable housing

A N.J. Assembly committee approved bills to give residents better access to affordable housing information, and keep renters from getting evicted.

6 months ago

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Quinta Brunson and Kevin Jay Anik pose for a photo on the red carpet at a gala event
Community

‘Abbott Elementary’ star and Philly native Quinta Brunson files for divorce from Kevin Anik, her husband of 3 years

Anik and Brunson dated for several years before marrying in October 2021, though both have been extremely private about their relationship.

6 months ago

Rowhomes in Norristown
Politics & Policy

Montgomery County releases Community Health Assessment report

The results and ongoing conversations will inform county officials’ work on a Community Health Improvement Plan.

6 months ago

Listen 0:48
outside the Fashion District Mall
Urban Planning

Philly unrings the bell on Sixers Market Street arena zoning changes

The Sixers arena deal died in January, but two months later, City Council is finally changing the space back to its former zoning.

6 months ago

University of Pennsylvania transgender athlete Lia Thomas swims in a preliminary heat for the 500 meter freestyle at the NCAA Swimming and Diving Championships Thursday, March 17, 2022, at Georgia Tech in Atlanta
Community

Former Penn swimmer Lia Thomas has been at the center of the transgender student athlete debate. Here’s what to know

The Trump administration has suspended approximately $175 million in federal funding for Penn over the swimmer.

6 months ago

Dan Meuser speaking with people
Politics & Policy

Pa. Congressman Dan Meuser signals possible governor bid during Philly visit, as Democrats voice frustration over federal cuts

Dan Meuser — one of Trump's strongest allies in the commonwealth — held a town hall-style event to show “appreciation” to Black Philadelphia voters who shifted to support him.

6 months ago

President Donald Trump speaks at the National Prayer Breakfast at the Capitol in Washington, Feb. 6, 2025. (
Politics & Policy

Trump orders a plan to dismantle the Education Department while keeping some core functions

The White House says the department would not close completely right now. It is to retain certain critical functions, like managing federal student loans and Pell grants.

6 months ago

Oronde McClain and Qayona Williams look on
Community

Survivor Connection: A new tool linking journalists to Philly gun violence survivors

The Philadelphia Center for Gun Violence Reporting launches Survivor Connection, a resource for journalists to connect with gun violence survivors.

6 months ago

Listen 1:53
Lori Peterson speaks to protesters
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

West Oak Lane tenants say their landlord illegally collected rent for months. Now they’re suing

The class-action complaint calls on Odin Properties to make Bentley Manor safe and repay tenants who unlawfully paid rent.

6 months ago

Listen 1:13
Ghost guns
Politics & Policy

‘You cannot live freely if you are living in fear’: Delaware County Council considers ‘ghost gun’ ban

If the ordinance passes, Delaware County would join a growing number of communities in Pennsylvania who have made ghost guns illegal.

6 months ago

Listen 1:09
people at the food bank
Politics & Policy

‘A devastating impact’: Leaders say federal cuts will worsen food insecurity in Bucks County

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced last week it was cutting two programs that provide a total of $1 billion in funding nationwide to address food insecurity.

6 months ago

Listen 1:04
Franklin Square PATCO stop
Community

PATCO’s Franklin Square station to reopen in April, marking ‘an exciting new chapter’

Commuters and travelers alike will be able to board PATCO from 7th and Race streets in Philadelphia.

6 months ago

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is seen just before a tush push, or brotherly shove
Community

Banning the tush push among proposed NFL rule changes

The Green Bay Packers have formally proposed a rule change to ban the tush push — a play the Philadelphia Eagles effectively used on their path to a Super Bowl win.

6 months ago

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