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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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buildings near 18th and Market streets
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia has more ‘vibrant mixed-use’ buildings than peer cities. Is that a good thing?

Philadelphia has a smaller prime business district than most of its peers, but the largest vibrant mixed-use portfolio, a CBRE report shows.

5 months ago

Listen 0:58
Jack Stollsteimer speaks
Politics & Policy

Delco district attorney charges Millbourne Borough official with election fraud

DA Jack Stollsteimer alleges Millbourne Borough Vice President Mohammed Nurul Hasan falsely registered people and cast ballots on their behalf in his losing mayoral bid.

5 months ago

Listen 0:47
Josh Shapiro speaks
Politics & Policy

Gov. Shapiro launches initiative to hire federal workers laid off by Trump administration

Out of 81,000 state jobs, Pennsylvania has 5,600 “critical vacancies” for posts including registered nurses, civil engineers, accountants and emergency-management positions.

5 months ago

Susano Cordoba, right, sells peanuts to truck drivers
Politics & Policy

What to know about Trump’s tariffs and their impact on businesses and shoppers

President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico went into effect Tuesday, along with a heightened 20% levy on Chinese goods.

5 months ago

Christopher Dragon conducts the No Name Pops
Arts & Entertainment

No Name Pops announces its inaugural music director

Christopher Dragon, an Australian conductor based in Colorado, wants to make pops orchestra music more contemporary.

5 months ago

Listen 1:07
Residents gather in Glenside in the aftermath of the SPS fire to protest ongoing federal budget and workforce cuts on March 4, 2025.
Community

Glenside residents protest DOGE cuts in the aftermath of SPS fire: ‘Who’s going to be keeping an eye out for us?’

Residents said environmental oversight is crucial as they continue to grapple with the impacts of the industrial disaster in their own backyards.

5 months ago

President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress in the House chamber at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, March 4, 2025.
Politics & Policy

Trump’s address to Congress showed the country’s stark partisan divide. Here are 7 key takeaways

The hard edge reflected Trump’s steamroller approach to his second term, brushing aside opposition and demanding loyalty throughout the federal government.

5 months ago

volunteer escorts stand outside a Planned Parenthood
Politics & Policy

As feds drop FACE Act cases in Philly and elsewhere, reproductive health providers worry about escalating violence

The dismissed federal lawsuit against a man who barricaded himself inside a Philly Planned Parenthood in 2021 is part of changes at the U.S. Department of Justice.

5 months ago

Listen 6:27
EMR Recycling in Camden
Community

‘It’s hellish now’: EMR fire leaves Camden residents worried about health and contamination

Neighbors reported difficulty breathing, headaches and lingering odors in the aftermath of the massive blaze.

5 months ago

Listen 1:11
Wilmington, Delaware skyline
Politics & Policy

Is ‘DExit’ a real threat to Delaware’s $2B-a-year incorporation kingdom, and will proposal protect or destroy ‘the franchise’?

Gov. Meyer and lawmakers say legislation is critical to protect the state’s dominance, but critics deride the measure as the “Billionaires’ Bill.”

5 months ago

Listen 3:44
People hold Ukrainian and American flags outside City Hall in Philadelphia
Community

Hundreds gather at Philly’s City Hall to support Ukraine after tense White House meeting

Hundreds rallied near City Hall Tuesday, holding Ukraine flags in support after Trump and Zelenskyy clashed over war negotiations.

5 months ago

Listen 1:23
Philly-based Ukrainian Nationals soccer team
Politics & Policy

Philly-area Ukrainian Americans express heartbreak, disappointment as President Trump shifts Ukraine policy

While Philly’s Ukrainian residents express concern with Trump’s shift on Ukraine, some are optimistic support for their homeland will continue.

5 months ago

Listen 3:17
Apartment buildings in Center City.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly added 8K housing units in 2024. Nearly half of them were in Greater Center City

The increase is partially tied to a building boom that researchers expect to abate this year as supply catches up with demand.

5 months ago

Listen 1:26
Saquon Barkley answering questions with his daughter sitting in his lap
Community

Eagles make Saquon Barkley highest-paid running back in NFL history

Barkley ran for 2,504 yards in the regular season and playoffs, breaking Terrell Davis’ record for most yards rushing in one season.

5 months ago

President Donald Trump speaks
Politics & Policy

A look at claims around Trump’s initiatives as he prepares to address Congress

President Donald Trump has moved quickly during his first six weeks in office to make numerous changes.

5 months ago

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