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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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Politics & Policy

‘It’s been a tumultuous two years’: Upper Darby’s dispute over final pandemic recovery funds

Upper Darby’s dispute over the final pandemic recovery funds has reignited once again.

2 years ago

Listen 1:25
Joseph Gidjunis explores fatherhood in the PBS show Grown Up Dad.
Studio 2
Health

How to give good advice, Biden’s medical debt proposal, modern fatherhood

Are you good at giving advice? We're talking to R. Eric Thomas who will have to answer people's questions in his new national advice column.

Air Date: June 13, 2024 12:00 pm

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Jay-Z
Education

Here’s what you need to know about Jay-Z’s campaign to help Philly students afford private school

Jay-Z’s Roc Nation is hosting events in Philly to give information to families about a bill proposal slated to provide funds for students who want to attend private schools.

2 years ago

Atlantic Cape Community College is spread over three locations in Atlantic and Cape May counties. It serves mostly first-generation college students and older adults, preparing them to enter the work force or to complete their bachelors degrees at a four-year state school like Rutgers or Thomas Edison. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Education

New Jersey’s community colleges are fighting against proposed $20 million cut in state aid

Community colleges are fighting to keep money the Legislature added last year as the institutions try to keep tuition affordable.

2 years ago

Listen 5:23
Cherelle Parker giving her speech at a podium
Politics & Policy

Affordable housing, violence prevention and a drug rehab center: Philly City Council, Mayor Parker reach deal on $6.37 billion budget

The multi-billion dollar spending plan includes $100 million for a 640-bed drug rehab center on the edge of the prison complex in Northeast Philadelphia.

2 years ago

Hamilton Hall at University of the Arts
Education
Billy Penn

Anger and questions swirl as University of the Arts abruptly shuts down

Administration says finances went from bad to worse; students are scrambling to transfer.

2 years ago

University of the Arts
Education
6abc

University of the Arts abruptly cancels info session amid questions over impending closure

"As the situation continues to unfold rapidly, we cannot adequately answer your questions today," the university said in a statement minutes before a planned 4 p.m. session.

2 years ago

Ronaldo Tello cuts a ribbon in front of a crowd
Community

Delaware’s new Hispanic Chamber of Commerce hopes to boost growth for Latino businesses

The Delaware Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is now offering Latino-owned businesses support and community connections to grow their impact.

2 years ago

Sign at the entrance for Suburban Community Hospital
Health

Suburban Community Hospital in East Norriton to become ‘micro-hospital’ for emergency care

One registered nurse pointed to the changes as another example of health care divestment and reduction in services.

2 years ago

Buildings are seen along Market Street in Center City
Studio 2
Money

Are return-to-office mandates helpful or harmful?

Mayor Parker is ordering city workers back to the office five days a week. Who is winning the battle between remote and office work?

Air Date: May 22, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 50:04
Philadelphia City Hall
Community

Philly could get a consumer protection office inside City Hall

The proposed consumer protection office would help the city hold businesses accountable for unfair or deceptive trade practices.

2 years ago

Listen 1:09
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Politics & Policy

Delaware lawmakers OK bill enabling board of political appointees to oversee hospital budgets

The legislation passed the House on a 24-16 vote Tuesday after the medical community dropped its opposition when the bill was amended.

2 years ago

inside a prison
Courts & Law
Spotlight PA

Costs for Pa. prison system are soaring despite facility closures, putting officials in the hot seat

Prison officials want $300 million in additional taxpayer money in next year’s budget despite a declining population of incarcerated people and the closure of two facilities.

2 years ago

Vinyl sales are trending with a new age group firing into the trend. Surprise, many don't even own a record player.
Studio 2
Arts & Entertainment

The music industry – from vinyl to AI, native plants and invasive species

AI is disrupting the industry, musicians are making less for their art thanks to streaming services. Join us for a panel on the state of music.

Air Date: May 16, 2024 12:00 pm

Listen 49:47
Inside the Capitol building
Politics & Policy
Spotlight PA

Education funding boost, tax cuts on table as Pa. budget talks begin

Pennsylvania lawmakers are entering budget negotiations with a roughly $14 billion surplus. So far, they have different priorities for using it.

2 years ago

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