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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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Fulton County Superior Judge Scott McAfee presides in court, Friday, March, 1, 2024, in Atlanta. The hearing is to determine whether Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis should be removed from the case because of a relationship with Nathan Wade, special prosecutor she hired in the election interference case against former President Donald Trump. (AP Photo/Alex Slitz, Pool)
Courts & Law

Judge overseeing Georgia election interference case dismisses some charges against Trump

The order leaves intact many other charges in the indictment. The judge wrote that prosecutors could seek a new indictment on the charges he dismissed.

2 years ago

File photo: A TikTok sign is displayed on their building in Culver City, Calif., March 11, 2024.
Politics & Policy

House passes bill that would lead to a TikTok ban if Chinese owner doesn’t sell. Senate path unclear

Lawmakers are acting on concerns that the company’s current ownership structure is a U.S. national security threat.

2 years ago

A playground visible among several tall trees
Urban Planning

Cheltenham Twp. introduces compromise proposal to address aging libraries, pools and community centers

How the township decides to renovate or consolidate its aging facilities has become a growing point of contention.

2 years ago

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A performer stands in front of a screen with clouds
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Chamber Music Society to stage festival about dementia

Arts on the Mind seeks to foster connection and meaning for people living with dementia.

2 years ago

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Kids play on a field on a sunny day
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘Don’t forget about us’: Advocates hope Parker moves the needle on Parks & Rec improvements

After taking office, Parker promised to make Philly the “safest, cleanest, and greenest big city in the nation.” Advocates for parks and youth sports have high hopes.

2 years ago

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June Burris poses for a photo outside of a building with a sign that reads
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘Bellwether for the city’: Housing advocates say luxury townhomes in South Philly violate legal agreement

The developer of St. Anthony’s and Artist Village argues his company is in the clear.

2 years ago

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New England Patriots wide receiver DeVante Parke
Community

Eagles agree on a 1-year deal with wide receiver DeVante Parker

Parker will join an all-star cast on offense in Philadelphia that features new running back Saquon Barkley, Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith and Dallas Goedert.

2 years ago

Maya van Rossum yelling from the crowd at the meeting
Community

Cheers and jeers: Environmentalists clash with Gov. Shapiro at hydrogen energy meeting in Northeast Philly

The Delaware Riverkeeper Network and other groups objected to the fact that the public meeting was being held at the steamfitters union hall.

2 years ago

Listen 1:48
A polling place at Moorestown Township Town Hall in Burlington County, New Jersey.
Politics & Policy

What to know ahead of New Jersey’s 2024 primary election

New Jersey’s primary election is Tuesday, June 4. Here’s what you should know beforehand, from election deadlines to who’s on the ballot.

2 years ago

Evidence markers are seen following a shooting in Northeast Philadelphia
Courts & Law
6abc

Police retract statement saying 4th suspect in custody for Philly mass shooting; remains at large

Police say they are still working to see if the bus stop shooting is connected to the killing of an Imhotep Charter High School student, 17-year-old Dayemen Taylor.

2 years ago

Marijuana in jars on a shelf
Politics & Policy

Delaware weed stores will have the chance to offer ‘deli-style’ sales

The state’s proposed regulations only allow for pre-packaged buds, but the marijuana commissioner says dispensaries can seek a variance.

2 years ago

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Hospital building entrance
Health

Nemours Children’s Health opens specialty care, ambulatory surgical center in Malvern

The 43,000-square-foot facility in Chester County will offer 18 medical and outpatient surgical specialties for children.

2 years ago

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Hearing inside the State House
Politics & Policy

New Jersey lawmakers fast track bill that could restrict records access under open records law

The bill prohibits the disclosure of any records to data brokers, or commercial interests that collect and sell information provided by government agencies.

2 years ago

Pa. Capitol building
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Pa. election 2024: A complete guide to the primary candidates for auditor general

The auditor general monitors how public dollars are spent, to catch fraud and graft if they occur.

2 years ago

FILE - Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott arrives at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, March 4, 2018, in Beverly Hills, Calif.  Scott publicized some $2.1 billion that she's made in charitable donations since November 2022, in a post Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023, on her website Yield Giving.(Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)
Money

A West Philly ‘career matchmaker’ nonprofit gets a $4M surprise

The West Philadelphia Skills Initiative didn’t apply for a grant from billionaire MacKenzie Scott of Amazon fame — her team discovered it.

2 years ago

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