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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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Brendan Boyle speaks
Politics & Policy

Keeping the party going: U.S. Rep. Boyle proposes commission to plan 250th anniversary of signing of Constitution in Philadelphia

The Pennsylvania Democrat says preparations for the 2037 commemoration should build on Philadelphia’s role in this year’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday.

1 week ago

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Nearby residents of the Edgemoor site wearing matching red t shirts hold up signs protesting the development site.
Urban Planning

‘Slowly poisoned’: Neighbors protest controversial Delaware port project over health concerns

Neighbors living near the Edgemoor site say they’re concerned about truck exhaust, noise and harm to local wildlife.

1 week ago

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U.S. Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon speaks at a press conference at Bebashi-Transition to Hope
Politics & Policy

Pa. Democrats hold ‘shadow hearing’ to discuss election integrity as legal fight over mail-in ballots wages on

The hearing also focused on Democratic concerns about the administration’s efforts to require proof of citizenship for voting and dispatching ICE to polling locations.

1 week ago

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Tracie Johnson and Kelly Sagastume are sitting at a table in the office.
Politics & Policy

For young Philadelphians in residential care, speaking up can be an act of civic engagement, ombudsperson says

The city office advocates for people in juvenile justice, child welfare and behavioral health care, teaching them their rights and helping turn their complaints into change.

1 week ago

Apartment buildings in Center City.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Report: Center City apartment construction boom aids Philadelphia’s long-term housing goals

More than 40% of recent new housing is in the Center City area, but more incentives are needed to keep the boom going, a business group says.

1 week ago

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Trolleys and rail cars lined up next to each other at the 69th Street Transportation Center
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

SEPTA gets $80 million federal grant to make ADA upgrades at trolley stations

The money will also pay for other upgrades and improvements at stations on SEPTA’s trolley lines.

1 week ago

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Delivery vans are parked outside the main United States Postal Service headquarters in northeast Denver.
Courts & Law

Second federal judge freezes Trump mail ballot order with U.S. Supreme Court poised to weigh in

The decision issued late Sunday by U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols is significant because he was nominated by Trump and earlier declined to freeze the executive order.

1 week ago

A certified medical assistant holds a syringe for a flu vaccine
Health

Pennsylvania doctors urge children, adults to vaccinate against flu, COVID-19 and RSV as federal guidance remains thin

The beginning of the fall and winter respiratory illness season approaches as health experts deal with ongoing measles outbreaks.

1 week ago

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three homes
Urban Planning

Laurel plans Meadow View community to expand affordable housing access in Sussex County, Delaware

Delaware needs an estimated 24,400 additional homes by 2030 to keep up with projected demand, according to a state report.

1 week ago

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Shakirah Randolph
Health

Family Village and Delaware County Health Department launch doula directory

Users can search Delaware County doulas by language, specialty and whether the provider accepts Medicaid.

1 week ago

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Philadelphia City Hall
Politics & Policy

‘Recipe for disaster’: Philadelphia activists urge City Council to pass a data center moratorium

The “No Data Centers in Philly” campaign will hold a press conference and rally at City Hall at noon on Monday.

1 week ago

Stacy Garrity greets Ray Tran with a handshake
Politics & Policy

Republican candidate for governor Stacy Garrity campaigns in ‘not safe’ Philly after taking in Temple-Penn State football game

The state treasurer criticized Shapiro on taxes and transgender athletes and said state regulations are making it harder to do business in Pennsylvania.

1 week ago

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Multiple people play chess in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square
Community

Rittenhouse Chess Club turns pickup games into lasting friendships in Philadelphia

Twice a week, players gather for free games in Rittenhouse Square, where a club that started with one chessboard has grown into a community.

1 week ago

The storefront of The Frozen Farmer ice cream shop in Dewey Beach, Delaware
Community

Farm-to-beach: Sussex County ice cream company preventing food waste opens new Dewey Beach location

The Frozen Farmer uses “misfit fruit” from its farm to make frozen treats. The new Dewey Beach location aims to highlight Delaware agriculture in the popular tourist town.

1 week ago

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A book author speaks speaks to a woman at a book fair
Arts & Entertainment

Philly’s Latin American Book Fair celebrates authors, culture and community

The eighth edition of the book fair, held this year at the Kimmel Center, featured author meet-and-greets, performances and the launch of a bilingual poetry press.

1 week ago

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