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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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Rowhouses in Philadelphia’s Spring Garden neighborhood
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘It’s all downside’: Philly’s housing market poised for pain if Trump imposes tariffs on Canada and Mexico, analysts say

The president appears ready to move ahead with steep import taxes after a monthlong pause.

6 months ago

Listen 1:58
Muhammed Emenet
Community

Haddon Township residents and officials rally behind restaurant owners arrested by ICE

Celal and Emine Emanet were taken into custody because of their immigration status, which has been in limbo for years.

6 months ago

Listen 1:07
A floral installation at the Flower Show
Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Flower Show, Mardi Gras and an Oscars party in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

“Our Town” in Delaware, a Duran Duran tribute in Philly and “Hollywood, Nebraska” in South Jersey are among weekend event highlights.

6 months ago

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A sign at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia.
Community

Gov. Shapiro meets with Penn Med leader amid ‘existential’ threat posed by Trump

The top administrator painted a dire portrait of Penn Medicine’s future amid a “chaotic pace of government regulations and executive orders.”

6 months ago

Officials speaking to residents
Community

‘Our lives have been upended’: Bucks Co. residents call for shutdown of Sunoco pipeline

Residents are meeting with company representatives on Thursday night.

6 months ago

The foundation for a warehouse and a worker
Science

In a reversal, plans for U.S. natural gas power grow, complicating progress on climate

AI is upending forecasts for natural gas–fired power, including in the mid-Atlantic region. But new plants are a setback for climate goals, says a senior fellow at Penn.

6 months ago

Donald Trump speaks in a microphone
Education

Educators, advocates wrestle with a question: How should Philly schools serve students in the Trump era?

Need in Deed gathered a panel of advocates and officials to discuss safety amid an avalanche of executive orders from the new president.

6 months ago

Workers dig up the street to fix the gas leak.
Community

Ruptured gas line prompts evacuations near Philly’s Central High School

The fire department said the evacuations, near the intersection of the city’s East Germantown, Logan and Ogontz neighborhoods, are a “precautionary measure.”

6 months ago

the entrance to the school
Education

William Penn School District faces $9.2M budget deficit

The school district was at the heart of Pennsylvania’s historic fair funding trial, yet financial issues continue to haunt William Penn.

6 months ago

Listen 0:58
A sculpture on display at the Lewis Tanner Moore Exhibit
Arts & Entertainment

Lewis Tanner Moore spent his life collecting Black art. His legacy is on view at Doylestown’s Michener Art Museum

Moore, who died last year, championed Black artists and left an indelible mark on the art world. His collection numbered in the "hundreds, maybe thousands."

6 months ago

Listen 1:06
The Samuel S. Baxter Water Treatment Plant on State Road in Philadelphia, Pa.
Science

City of Philadelphia requests water, sewer rate hike

The average ratepayer could face a monthly bill of about $91 starting in September, and almost $97 the following year if the increase is approved.

6 months ago

Listen 1:17
Frances Sheehan chatting with someone else
Community

Frances Sheehan to retire as president of the Foundation for Delaware County

The foundation has served as a catalyst in the creation of the county's health department and Delco Gives Day.

6 months ago

Listen 0:35
Franklin Square in Philadelphia
Community

Bathrooms rock: Franklin Square to get $7.8M in upgrades

The Old City and Chinatown park has started a handful of capital improvements anticipating a new, underground PATCO train stop.

6 months ago

Listen 1:19
Amigos y familiares se reúnen con una quinceañera
Community

Quinceañera Expo regresa a Delaware: una celebración de la cultura, la comunidad y el empoderamiento latino

Las jóvenes latinas exhibirán elegantes vestidos en la Quinceañera Expo de Delaware, una celebración con recursos para futuras quinceañeras y la comunidad latina.

6 months ago

children playing on the beach near the border well which extends into the water
Community

Immigration officials say everyone living in the U.S. illegally must register. What does that mean?

Each person must register and provide their fingerprints and address, the statement says, and parents and guardians of anyone under age 14 must ensure they are registered.

6 months ago

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