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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
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Teenager awaiting trial in 2020 homicide who fled outside CHOP officially charged in his escape

It was revealed Sunday that officers found a handcuff key on 17-year-old Shane Pryor when he was captured.

1 year ago

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) passes under pressure from Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Broderick Washington (96) during the second half of the AFC Championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024, in Baltimore.
Community

Mahomes, Kelce are headed to the Super Bowl after Kansas City shut down Ravens 17-10

A win would make Kansas City the first team to win it all in back-to-back seasons since the New England Patriots 19 years ago.

1 year ago

The ''Save The Train'' Campaign focuses on ensuring service for the Chestnut Hill West Regional Rail line isn't cut if SEPTA cannot secure additional funds ahead of the potential $240 million shortfall.
Politics & Policy

Gov. Shapiro proposes $282.2 million in state transit funding as hundreds rally to ‘Save The Train’

Hundreds rallied and rode the Chestnut Hill West Regional Rail line Sunday as Gov. Josh Shapiro plans to increase transit funds.

1 year ago

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Crime tape is seen in the area of a shooting in Philly
Community

Philly police ID man accused of fleeing with suspect’s gun after officer shot, suspect killed

The wounded officer was listed in stable condition.

1 year ago

President Joe Biden speaks at St. John Baptist Church in Columbia, S.C., on Sunday, Jan. 28, 2024.
Politics & Policy

3 US troops are killed and 25 injured in drone strike by Iran-backed militia in Jordan, U.S. says

They were the first U.S. fatalities in months of attacks on American forces across the Middle East by Iranian-backed militias amid the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza.

1 year ago

In this grab taken from video, activists gesture after throwing soup at the glass protecting the Mona Lisa, at the Louvre Museum, in Paris, Sunday. Jan. 28, 2024, shouting slogans advocating for a sustainable food system.
Arts & Entertainment

Climate activists throw soup at glass protecting Mona Lisa in Paris as farmers’ protests continue

Two women with the words “FOOD RIPOSTE” written on their t-shirts could be seen in a video posted on social media Sunday throwing the soup.

1 year ago

File photo: Miami Dolphins defensive coordinator Vic Fangio heads onto the field before the start of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023, in Miami Gardens, Fla.
Community

Eagles hire Vic Fangio as team’s new defensive coordinator

The Eagles fired defensive coordinator Sean Desai last week after one season.

1 year ago

A close-up of a health insurance coverage form being held by someone.
Health

New Pennsylvania program will review health insurance denials when people lose out on coverage for care

The Independent External Review program will take cases from people who believe their insurer has incorrectly denied them health care coverage.

1 year ago

Public officials and members of Planned Parenthood at a 2022 press conference
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

What’s the status of abortion access in Pennsylvania?

Here’s a primer on where abortion policy stands in Pennsylvania.

1 year ago

A group of people speaking together at a table
Urban Planning

Design workshop offers alternative ideas to 76ers proposal to build a new arena in Center City

More than a hundred designers, planners, professors and local residents came together Saturday to explore new visions for the Market Street corridor.

1 year ago

Crime tape is seen in the area of a shooting in Philly
Community

Police: Philadelphia officer shot after scuffle with person in store; 2nd officer kills suspect

Now police are searching for the person who scooped up the shooter's gun and fled. They say the man should be considered armed and dangerous.

1 year ago

A view of the exterior of the Central Bucks School District headquarters.
Courts & Law

A Pennsylvania law shields teacher misconduct complaints. A judge ruled that’s unconstitutional

A federal judge has ruled that a Pennsylvania law making it a crime to release information about teacher disciplinary complaints is unconstitutional.

1 year ago

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro speaks before President Joe Biden at the Finishing Trades Institute on March 9, 2023, in Philadelphia
Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania’s governor says he wants to ‘get s— done.’ He’s made it his slogan, profanity and all

The phrase has become the governing philosophy of the rising star in the Democratic Party.

1 year ago

Voting stickers
Courts & Law

Republican lawmakers in Pennsylvania challenge state, federal actions to boost voter registration

The lawsuit is expected to be one of many to litigate voting and election rules in a battleground state that is critical to 2024’s presidential contest.

1 year ago

Shane Pryor in a store
Courts & Law
6abc

U.S. Marshals release new video of escaped teen murder suspect in Philadelphia

A reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to Shane Pryor's arrest is being offered by the U.S. Marshals Service.

1 year ago

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