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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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Gus Scheerbaum, Professional Engineer (P.E.) of the Philadelphia Office of Transportation and Infrastructure Systems, is one of dozens advocating for the development of autonomous drone use in Philadelphia. (Angela Gervasi/for WHYY)
Education

Philly hopes to clear flightpath for autonomous drones

Will drones start filling the skies of Philadelphia? For some, the idea doesn't sound so crazy.

8 years ago

President Trump is announcing new tariffs against China on Thursday. (Pool/Getty Images)
NPR
Politics & Policy

President Trump orders $50 billion tariffs on China

The Trump administration is preparing to impose some $50 billion worth of tariffs on Chinese imports.

8 years ago

Sarah Bridges
NewsWorks Tonight
Health

When 2 Philly-area execs were accused of harassment, their companies called this woman

Several of the prominent men accused of sexual harassment recently have said they're getting help for their behavior. But what does that actually mean and does it really work?

8 years ago

Listen 6:25
Governor Phil Murphy says developing a research and innovation center in New Brunswick would help the state attract high-growth startup companies. (Governor’s office photo)
Politics & Policy

New Jersey planning start-up incubator in New Brunswick

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy said a planned research and innovation center in New Brunswick could be a place for high ...

8 years ago

After hearing testimony Monday, the New Jersey Assembly Labor Committee voted to advance the Workplace Democracy Enhancement Act to guarantee union representatives access to public employees during the workday. (Phil Gregory/WHYY)
Politics & Policy

Bill ensuring union reps have access to members during workday advances in N.J.

Dubbed the Workplace Democracy Enhancement Act, the measure would allow unions to meet with employees during lunch and other breaks to talk about their issues and grievances.

8 years ago

Sign outside George Smith Towing in Southwest Philadelphia (Tom MacDonald, WHYY)
Courts & Law

Philly towing company agrees to fine, refunds in settlement with Pennsylvania AG

The deal between George Smith Towing and the state includes the company's agreement to refund money to 28 people.

8 years ago

Row of cars (Big Stock photo)
Politics & Policy

New Jersey may require used-car retailers to disclose recall information

Assemblyman Paul Moriarty's bill would require dealers gather information to check for any recalls and notify a potential purchaser before a sale is finalized.

8 years ago

Partiers revel at The Dolphin Tavern in South Philadelphia.
PlanPhilly
Lifestyle

City mulls new license to booze that would keep Philly bars open until 4 a.m.

Should Philly's bars stay open until 4 a.m.? Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown thinks so, as long as tax dollars from those late night drinks go to the school district.

8 years ago

Listen 1:58
Democratic congressional candidate Rich Lazer has support from construction unions. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Dave Davies: Off Mic
Politics & Policy

Local 98 gave $500,000 to DelCo Republicans, angering some Dems

Electricians union supporting a Philly candidate for the largely Delco Democratic congressional primary donated lots of dough to Delco Republicans over the past four years.

8 years ago

Listen 4:18
This picture shows the different kinds of devices that use OLED displays (Universal Display Corporation)
Science

How Princeton research from the ’90s made it to the new iPhone

It’s part of an an increasing trend of universities partnering with companies to turn research into new patents and products.

8 years ago

Della Clark speaks at a podium.
The Philadelphia Tribune
Money

Enterprise Center, Brandywine Realty Trust launch loan fund

The Enterprise Center announced its newest program is now accepting applications from those seeking low-cost capital, reducing barriers for minority-owned construction co's.

8 years ago

Charnel Brownlee participates in a Workers' Freedom March to protest efforts to weaken America's working families. The Feb. 24 march was one of 300 similar actions at works sites across the nation (SEIU 32BJ)
The Philadelphia Tribune
Courts & Law

Supreme Court case could affect U.S. union workers

Public sector employees of color could be adversely impacted by the Janus v. AFSCME case.

8 years ago

(Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
NPR
Politics & Policy

President Trump blocks Broadcom’s takeover of Qualcomm, citing national security

Trump said his decision was informed by a recommendation from the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States.

8 years ago

Current federal law only requires background checks for gun purchases from licensed gun dealers, but gun control advocates want to extend the law to include private gun sales, too. (John Moore/Getty Images)
NPR
Community

A backgrounder on background checks

As the gun debate and the debate about background checks continues, here's what you should know about how they work:

8 years ago

Martin Shkreli is interviewed by Maria Bartiromo during her
Courts & Law

‘Pharma Bro’ tearfully apologizes, then sentenced to prison

Martin Shrkeli, the smirking "Pharma Bro" vilified for jacking up the price of a lifesaving drug, was sentenced Friday to seven years in prison for defrauding investors.

8 years ago

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