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May 6, 2025

Wells Fargo Center to be renamed Xfinity Mobile Arena

The Wells Fargo Center's name will change one last time - beginning September 1 and last through the end of …

May 5, 2025

UPDATE: Dave Portnoy Slams 6ABC for “Bait and Switch” Interview After Antisemitism Fallout at Philly Bar

Dave Portnoy called out 6ABC for a "bait and switch" during an interview where they asked him a question which …

May 5, 2025

UPDATE: Dave Portnoy slams 6ABC for 'bait and switch' interview after antisemitism fallout at Philly bar

Portnoy called out 6ABC for a "bait and switch" during an interview where they asked him a question which he …

May 5, 2025

Dave Portnoy responds to antisemitic incident at Philadelphia bar with educational approach

Barstool founder Dave Portnoy reacted Sunday to an incident involving his Center City bar in Philadelphia where an antisemitic sign …

May 4, 2025

Aaron Nola pitched six scoreless innings with a stiff neck to earn his first win of the season

Nola nearly didn't start the game after his neck tightened up on him before the game. Then he went out …

May 3, 2025

Trea Turner is getting on base for the Phillies - and he's not completely happy about it

Trea Turner has been one of the hottest hitters in baseball with 20 hits in his last 12 games - …

May 3, 2025

Nine arrested at Swarthmore College as pro-Palestinian encampment is broken up by authorities

The threat of the participants being non-students ultimately led to the arrests.

May 2, 2025

Max Kepler's homer - off a lefty - delivers a win for the Phillies over the Diamondbacks

Kepler hit his first homer of the season off a lefthanded pitcher. He felt that some pre-game work batting against …

May 2, 2025

Andrew Painter is headed to Triple-A next week - and we mean it this time

Andrew Painter will make his Triple-A debut for the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs next Thursday against Worcester.

May 2, 2025

Jesús Luzardo has dropped his arm angle, and it's made all the difference

Jesús Luzardo has lowered his arm angle by 5.4%, according to data from Hawk-Eye. That change has made him feel …

May 2, 2025

Delaware County woman sentenced to 8–20 years for straw purchasing firearms linked to Philadelphia homicide

Demia Burell-Brinkley, 31, of Lansdowne purchased four firearms, three have been recovered, and two were involved in shootings, one a …

May 2, 2025

Taijuan Walker is this year's Spencer Turnbull for the Phillies

Taijuan walker had another good start for the Phillies. Will it be his last before a shift to the bullpen?

May 2, 2025

Where to celebrate the Kentucky Derby in Philly: Top parties, juleps, and racing action this Saturday

Philadelphia is going all in for Kentucky Derby Day this Saturday with watch parties, juleps, and Southern-inspired festivities at top …

May 2, 2025

New Philadelphia Contemporary Circus Festival to debut this spring with 10 days of dazzling performances

Fringe Arts and the Circadium School of Contemporary Circus have teamed up to produce this new, international festival.

May 1, 2025

For one night, things felt normal for the Phillies following 7-2 victory over Nationals

Kyle Schwarber hit a first inning homer for the second straight night as the Phillies cruised to a 7-2 win …

May 1, 2025

For one night, things felt normal for the Phillies following 7-2 victory over Nationals

Kyle Schwarber hit a first inning homer for the second straight night as the Phillies cruised to a 7-2 win …

April 30, 2025

Phillies to honor Hall of Fame outfield trio with 'retired number' recognition

Ed Delahanty, Billy Hamilton and Sam Thompson made up the best outfield in baseball at the end of the 19th …

April 30, 2025

Maybe the 2025 Phillies are just destined to be an emotional roller coaster on a nightly basis

Bryson Stott was a big story in the Phillies wild 7-6 win over Washington on Tuesday. The thing is, he …

April 30, 2025

Roxborough gears up for mega spring celebration with combined Spring Fest and Car Show

The merger of two popular annual Roxborough events will make for one massive party on May 10.

April 30, 2025

Maybe the 2025 Phillies are just destined to be an emotional roller coaster on a nightly basis

Bryson Stott was a big story in the Phillies wild 7-6 win over Washington on Tuesday. The thing is, he …

April 29, 2025

Cristopher Sanchez back tomorrow but Phillies rotation still in flux for the weekend

Cristopher Sanchez, who left his last start last Tuesday early with forearm tightness, will return to the rotation tomorrow.

April 29, 2025

Teen girl killed, driver critically injured in Chadds Ford Easter crash involved gunshots, authorities say

The Pennsylvania State Police provided an update into an ongoing investigation involving an early-morning crash on Easter Sunday, saying both …

April 29, 2025

Historic Mount Vernon Cemetery Sold for $1, Set for Green Burial Revival

After years of neglect, Mount Vernon cemetery, a historical burial ground in North Philadelphia is expected to get a makeover …

April 28, 2025

Eagles Celebrate Super Bowl Win at White House, Trump Hails Team, Big Dom, and Tush Push

Saquon Barkley, Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, Reed Blankenship, Cooper Dejean among the players introduced by President Trump at the ceremony.

April 28, 2025

Eagles Celebrate Super Bowl Win at White House, Trump Hails Team, Big Dom, and Tush Push

Saquon Barkley, Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, Reed Blankenship, Cooper Dejean among the players introduced by President Trump at the ceremony.

April 28, 2025

Penn violated Title IX by allowing Lia Thomas to compete on women’s team, federal investigation finds

Penn has 10 days to take corrective action - including rescinding Thomas' records and awards - or face enforcement proceedings …

April 28, 2025

Penn violated Title IX by allowing Lia Thomas to compete on women’s team, federal investigation finds

Penn has 10 days to take corrective action - including rescinding Thomas' records and awards - or face enforcement proceedings …

April 28, 2025

Reportedly Jalen Hurts among Eagles players who will not attend the White House celebration, unsurprisingly setting social media ablaze

Super Bowl LIX MVP Jalen Hurts is reportedly missing the Eagles White House celebration.

April 28, 2025

Reportedly Jalen Hurts among Eagles players who will not attend the White House celebration, unsurprisingly setting social media ablaze

Super Bowl LIX MVP Jalen Hurts is reportedly missing the Eagles White House celebration.

April 28, 2025

Philadelphia Player Wins Nearly $200K Playing PA Lottery Online Game

A user took home $197,508.36 playing an instant game online, something the PA Lottery has offered since 2018.

April 28, 2025

Philadelphia Marketplace Returns to Dilworth Park with New Vintage Market Feature

The popular pop-up shopping event takes place on weekends outside City Hall in May and June.

April 25, 2025

Mistrial declared in Hockey Canada sexual assault case involving former Flyers goalie Carter Hart

Former Flyers goalie Carter Hart is one of fiver former Team Canada Hockey players on trial for sexual assault of …

April 25, 2025

IBX Foundation Awards $1.8 Million to Boost Nursing Education, Support Student Veterans

Drexel University and West Chester University were added to a growing list of partner schools for the IBX Foundation career …

April 25, 2025

Star Wars-Inspired Haunted House Returns to Manayunk for One Night Only

A Haunted house in May? When it's Star Wars-themed and Star Wars day is May 4th, it makes perfect sense.

April 25, 2025

$1 Million Powerball Ticket Sold at Philadelphia ShopRite

Did you buy a $1 million-winning power ball ticket in Northeast Philly?

April 24, 2025

Driver Flees I-95 Crash, Jumps Off Bridge in Attempted Escape, State Police Say

Jigar Parekh, of Philadelphia, broke his leg and ankle trying to jump off a bridge on I-95 to avoid police …

April 24, 2025

PGA TOUR Champions to launch the Jefferson Lehigh Valley Classic in 2026

The Champions tour will return to southeast PA in September 2026 in the Lehigh Valley, sponsored by Jefferson Health and …

April 23, 2025

Frustration mounts as Phillies swept by the Mets

Pete Alonso hit a game-tying double in the bottom of the tenth and then scored the winning run on a …

April 23, 2025

Frustration mounts as Phillies swept by the Mets

Pete Alonso hit a game-tying double in the bottom of the tenth and then scored the winning run on a …

April 23, 2025

Dombrowski: Phillies offered Jeff Hoffman a similar contract to the one he signed in Toronto

Jeff Hoffman is off to a great start closing games for the Toronto Blue Jays. The Phillies sure miss him, …

April 23, 2025

Phillies Nuggets: Weston Wilson returns, Kody Clemens DFA'd; the latest on Cristopher Sanchez

Weston Wilson is back with the Phillies after missing more than a month with a oblique strain. To make room …

April 23, 2025

Crozer Health Hospitals Begin Closure Process in Delaware County, Leaving Thousands Without Jobs and Patients Seeking Alternatives

Crozer-Chester Medical Center will close it's emergency room on May 2. Taylor Hospital will close it's ER on April 28.

April 23, 2025

A storm cloud is hanging over the Phillies and they are the only ones who can make it go away

Bryson Stott has been one of the few bright spots for the Phillies of late, as the team continues to …

April 23, 2025

Philadelphia Orchestra names Ryan Fleur President and CEO

Ryan Fleur has served as interim President and CEO since January.

April 23, 2025

A storm cloud is hanging over the Phillies and they are the only ones who can make it go away

Bryson Stott has been one of the few bright spots for the Phillies of late, as the team continues to …

April 22, 2025

Phillies holding their breath after Cristopher Sanchez leaves latest loss early with forearm tightness

Cristopher Sanchez lasted just two innings in the Phillies 5-1 loss to the New York Mets on Tuesday. He left …

April 22, 2025

Alec Bohm's hitting streak for Phillies a result of going back to doing what he was doing when he wasn't getting hits

Alec Bohm is on an eight-game hitting streak. It's a result of going back to what wasn't working.

April 22, 2025

The Philly Pops are (almost) back!

The No-Name Pops will soon rebrand as the Philly Pops and share its music with the Philadelphia community while expanding …

April 21, 2025

Mayor Parker outlines specifics on $800 million spending plan for housing affordability

Mayor Cherelle Parker released specifics on her housing affordability plan on Monday.

April 21, 2025