Drexel University's students, staff mourn the loss of basketball player Terrence Butler
Some of Terrence Butler's teammates have been honoring him on social media, and classmates on campus say he would always smile and wave while walking on campus.
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Drexel men's basketball player Terrence Butler found dead inside on-campus apartment
Butler, a 6-foot-7 forward from Upper Marlboro, Maryland, would've been entering his junior year with the Dragons.
Philly native Dereck Lively II selected by Mavericks with 12th overall pick in 2023 NBA Draft
Lively II averaged 5.2 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.4 blocks per game last season as a freshman at Duke University.
"I owe it to my sister": Mallory Brodnik turns grief into cancer research funding through basketball
Mallory Brodnik lost her sister to cancer at a young age, but she turned her grief into something positive: fundraising for pediatric cancer research.
Former Eagles QB Michael Vick on College Football Hall of Fame ballot for 1st time
Former Eagles quarterback Michael Vick is among the college football stars who will be considered for induction to the Hall of Fame for the first time this year.
Penn baseball heads to Auburn for 1st NCAA regional appearance since 1995
Penn baseball is back in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship for the first time since 1995.
Pa., NJ halt betting on Alabama baseball after coach fired over suspicious bets
Pennsylvania and New Jersey have halted bets on Alabama baseball after the university fired its baseball coach, Brad Bohannon, following a report of suspicious bets involving his team.
Bryce Young taken at No. 1 in NFL Draft by Panthers
Bryce Young was born at Lankenau Medical Center in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, in Montgomery County.
Say goodbye to tradition: Philadelphia's Big 5 gets facelift
Gone is round-robin play. Schools instead will be split into three-team pods with games played at on-campus arenas.
Villanova star Maddy Siegrist selected No. 3 overall by Dallas Wings
Siegrist, a two-time Big East Player of the Year who led the nation in scoring at 29.2 points per game, became the highest women's basketball player drafted in program history.
Temple hires Penn State assistant Fisher to replace McKie
Fisher's goal will be to turn around a program that hasn't made the NCAA Tournament since 2019.
Camden's D.J. Wagner shines vs. LeBron James' son Bronny
Wagner, a Camden High School standout, shined on the big stage Tuesday during the McDonald's All-American game.
Villanova All-American Siegrist declares for WNBA draft
Siegrist led Villanova to a 30-7 overall record and the Sweet 16 for the second time ever this season.
Creighton ends Princeton's March Madness run with 86-75 win
Princeton was hoping to become the first Ivy League champion to make the Elite Eight since 1979.
March Madness: Villanova loses to Miami 70-65 in Sweet 16
Jasmyne Roberts scored a career-high 26 points — including a stickback for the go-ahead, three-point play with 38.8 seconds left — to help Miami overcome blowing a 21-point lead and beat Villanova 70-65 on Friday for the program's first trip to the NCAA Tournament's Elite Eight.
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A Philly sports love story? Fans track down mystery man who shared bite of pizza
Aaron shared a bite of pizza with Aliza at an Eagles game, and the rest is history. The two have their first date at the Phillies game Wednesday.
Limited-edition Phillies-Marlins playoff shirt unveiled at Center City store
A limited-edition Phillies-Marlons playoff series shirt is being sold at Shibe Vintage Sports in Center City.
Eagles' Nick Sirianni addresses Week 5 game at Los Angeles Rams
The 4-0 Philadelphia Eagles are headed out to Los Angeles to take on the Rams Sunday, Oct. 8. Head coach Nick Sirianni offers a look at the team's preparation and much more.
Zack Wheeler shines as Phillies beat Marlins in Game 1 of NLWS
Zack Wheeler had eight strikeouts as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins, 4-1, in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.
Rhys Hoskins throws out first pitch before Game 1 of Phillies-Marlins
Rhys Hoskins, who tore his ACL earlier this year, threw out of the ceremonial first pitch before Game 1 of the NL Wild Card series between the Phillies and Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park.
The Phillies are back in the playoffs. What are their odds of winning it all?
The Phillies fell two wins shy of a World Series title in 2022.
Phillies Game 1 of Wild Card Series tickets higher than other NL team cities
According to Vivid Seats, the average ticket price to Game One and Two of the National League Wild Card Series are in the top five most expensive in the MLB this season.
Philadelphia Phillies' Game 1 lineup vs. Miami Marlins in NLWS
Red October has arrived in Philadelphia as the Phillies will face the Miami Marlins in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card Series on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.
Eagles sign CB Bradley Roby: report
Bradley Roby, who was a first-round by pick by the Denver Broncos in the 2014 NFL draft, has also spent time with the Houston Texans and New Orleans Saints.
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Morgan State University mass shooting: 5 shot on campus, search for suspect ongoing
Police say four of the five victims are students and none of the victims appear to have life-threatening wounds.
Watch at 3:30; Philadelphia DA to announce charges in viral biker attack
The Philly DA's Office will announce at 3:30 p.m. charges following the arrest of the man police say is involved in the viral rear windshield smashing in Center City traffic captured on video.
Emergency alert test will sound today on all U.S. cellphones
FEMA and the FCC will launch a nationwide test of the emergency alert system on Oct. 4.
Biden admin is forgiving $9 billion in debt for 125,000 Americans
As student loan repayments restart in October, the Biden administration said 125,000 people with student loans will have their debt erased.
$2.7 million winning lottery ticket sold at Bucks County tobacco shop
A $2.7 million winning Match 6 Lotto ticket was sold at a Bucks County tobacco shop.
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$2.7 million winning lottery ticket sold at Bucks County tobacco shop
A $2.7 million winning Match 6 Lotto ticket was sold at a Bucks County tobacco shop.
A Philly sports love story? Fans track down mystery man who shared bite of pizza
Aaron shared a bite of pizza with Aliza at an Eagles game, and the rest is history. The two have their first date at the Phillies game Wednesday.
Limited-edition Phillies-Marlins playoff shirt unveiled at Center City store
A limited-edition Phillies-Marlons playoff series shirt is being sold at Shibe Vintage Sports in Center City.
Police arrest biker seen smashing woman's windshield in Philadelphia
Philadelphia police have made an arrest in an assault and vandalism incident where a man on a motorcycle stomped out a woman's windshield.
Eagles' Nick Sirianni addresses Week 5 game at Los Angeles Rams
The 4-0 Philadelphia Eagles are headed out to Los Angeles to take on the Rams Sunday, Oct. 8. Head coach Nick Sirianni offers a look at the team's preparation and much more.
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Atlantic City naming City Hall courtyard after late NJ Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver
The City Hall of Atlantic City's courtyard will be named after late former New Jersey Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver.
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Our mostly sunny and warm week continues, perfect weather for the Phillies' playoff series continuing Wednesday.
North Wildwood's steel bulkhead emergency construction underway
The emergency construction came following a lengthy legal battle between the city and DEP over whether to build the structure.
South Jersey sisters raise breast cancer awareness with Grab Your Girls campaign
The American Cancer Society is reminding women to grab your girls. That's about holding friends and family accountable for mammograms.
South Jersey-based dog named "Dog of the Year" by the ASPCA
Cole the Deaf Dog, a Pitbull mix therapy dog, also provides a calming presence to students at the Dr. William Mennies School in Vineland.
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NEXT Weather: Sunny and warm, Phantastic weather for Phillies
Our mostly sunny and warm week continues, perfect weather for the Phillies' playoff series continuing Wednesday.
Mothers outraged after Delaware State Trooper accused of beating teens over prank indicted
A news conference was held Thursday afternoon after a Delaware State Trooper was indicted by a grand jury.
Delaware trooper accused of beating teens over ding dong ditch prank indicted by grand jury
Delaware State Police Corporal Dempsey Walters has been indicted by a grand jury after being accused of beating a teen who tried to ding dong ditch.
PA, NJ, DE among 17 states to join FTC in sweeping antitrust suit against Amazon
Amazon is facing antitrust claims from the Federal Trade Commission and states including New York and Pennsylvania, alleging the retailer is operating an unlawful monopoly.
3-year-old boy dead after hit by off-duty firefighter parking his car
A 3-year-old boy has died from his injuries after he was hit by an off-duty firefighter's car while he attempted to park Sunday morning.
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South Jersey sisters raise breast cancer awareness with Grab Your Girls campaign
The American Cancer Society is reminding women to grab your girls. That's about holding friends and family accountable for mammograms.
Meet the 2 UPenn scientists who were awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine
These two hometown heroes are credited with helping to end the pandemic with the vaccine that came from their work.
Penn's Drew Weissman, Katalin Karikó win Nobel Prize
Two scientists part of the University of Pennsylvania's historic mRNA vaccine research team won the Nobel Prize in medicine on Monday for discoveries that enabled the creation of mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.
In a first, CDC to recommend antibiotic pill after sex for some
The approach to fighting sexually transmitted infections has been nicknamed "Doxy-PEP."
Pa. child care providers fear loss of funding that "kept the lights on"
The American Rescue Plan Act gave nearly $730 million to 6,800 child care programs in Pennsylvania. Advocates hope future funding is on the horizon.
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Limited-edition Phillies-Marlins playoff shirt unveiled at Center City store
A limited-edition Phillies-Marlons playoff series shirt is being sold at Shibe Vintage Sports in Center City.
National Coffee Day 2023 deals: Dunkin', Krispy Kreme, Circle K
We've got all you need to know about where to get free coffee on National Coffee Day.
Famous Philly streetwear store looks to rebuild after being looted
One of Philadelphia's most recognizable streetwear businesses was looted Tuesday night as trouble took over streets in the city's northeast section.
Starbucks facing lawsuit over no fruit in "Refresher" drinks
The drinks in question are the 'Refresher' line mango dragon-fruit, mango dragon-fruit lemonade, pineapple passion-fruit, pineapple passion-fruit lemonade, strawberry açai, and strawberry açai lemonade.
Starbucks wants to overhaul its iconic cup. Will customers go along?
In the name of the environment and sustainability, Starbucks' disposable cup may be on its way to extinction
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TWU Local 234 members vote to authorize strike against SEPTA
Members of the Transport Workers Union Local 234 have voted to authorize a strike against SEPTA if necessary. The union's contract with SEPTA expires at the end of the month.
SEPTA contactless "tap to pay" payments start Friday; riders split
SEPTA riders will be able to use contactless "tap to pay" payment on all city and suburban buses and most trains starting Friday.
SEPTA launching contactless "tap to pay" tech on buses, trolleys, most trains
On Friday SEPTA is rolling out contactless payment like credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay on all buses and trolleys and almost all of its trains.
SEPTA bus driver discovers man shot in his car
A SEPTA bus driver made a startling discovery when he had to approach a car that was blocking the intersection at 17th and South Streets.
SEPTA Bus Revolution to hold last 3 public hearings Sept. 26 - 28
The SEPTA Bus Revolution is an overhaul of the entire system that's meant to make the bus system more reliable and overall easier to use.
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A Philly sports love story? Fans track down mystery man who shared bite of pizza
Aaron shared a bite of pizza with Aliza at an Eagles game, and the rest is history. The two have their first date at the Phillies game Wednesday.
Limited-edition Phillies-Marlins playoff shirt unveiled at Center City store
A limited-edition Phillies-Marlons playoff series shirt is being sold at Shibe Vintage Sports in Center City.
Eagles' Nick Sirianni addresses Week 5 game at Los Angeles Rams
The 4-0 Philadelphia Eagles are headed out to Los Angeles to take on the Rams Sunday, Oct. 8. Head coach Nick Sirianni offers a look at the team's preparation and much more.
Zack Wheeler shines as Phillies beat Marlins in Game 1 of NLWS
Zack Wheeler had eight strikeouts as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins, 4-1, in Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.
Rhys Hoskins throws out first pitch before Game 1 of Phillies-Marlins
Rhys Hoskins, who tore his ACL earlier this year, threw out of the ceremonial first pitch before Game 1 of the NL Wild Card series between the Phillies and Miami Marlins at Citizens Bank Park.
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Broadway musical "Mean Girls" comes to Philadelphia's Miller Theater on the Kimmel Cultural Campus
The musical "Mean Girls" is coming straight from Broadway to the stage in Philadelphia for a limited engagement from now until Oct. 8.
A Beyoncé "Renaissance" film is hitting theaters, and tickets are on sale
A concert film covering Beyoncé's Renaissance World Tour is due out in U.S. movie theaters Dec. 1. Tickets are on sale now.
Taylor Swift at MetLife Stadium to watch Travis Kelce's Chiefs take on the Jets
Taylor Swift couldn't just shake off another chance to watch Travis Kelce on the football field.
Man indicted for murder of Tupac Shakur in 1996 drive-by shooting
A Nevada grand jury indicted Duane "Keffe D" Davis in the long-unsolved killing of rapper Tupac Shakur, prosecutors announced in court Friday.
Judge ending conservatorship between Michael Oher and Memphis couple
Judge Kathleen Gomes said she is terminating the agreement reached in 2004 that allowed Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy to control Michael Oher's finances.
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Local nonprofit delivers early Christmas gift to man battling congenital heart disease
Ukee Washington reports.
Camden woman made it her life's mission to help her community after losing husband to gun violence
Natasha Brown reports.
Brotherly Love: Saving Grace Ministry helps children and their families coping with trauma
Natasha Brown reports.
Fairhill nonprofit's youth artist program "empowers" teens
Natasha Brown reports.
Sinister Mopar to host car show with a cause at Clementon Lake Park in South Jersey
Ukee Washington reports.
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Philadelphia Police Athletic League working to keep kids active and off the streets
The Ford PAL Center in Southwest Philadelphia is one of over a dozen centers in the city helping kids stay active and off the streets.
Boys can learn ballet for free at Philadelphia Dance Academy
Only about 6% of the students at Philadelphia Dance Academy are boys - but the academy has a program aiming to involve more boys in dance.
Father Judge High School taking learning beyond the classroom with new CTE academy
Father Judge High School is taking learning beyond the classroom, with a new Career and Technical Education Academy.
With "Get Lost," 15-year-old Pottstown High School teen making mark on music world
Colin Plank, a 15-year-old Pottstown High School student, has a hit single, "Get Lost," published by Excelcia Music Publishing.
With Studying Never Stops, local teen entrepreneur inspires others to read
A 15-year-old local entrepreneur is making it his business to inspire others to read with his company "Studying Never Stops."
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NEXT Weather: Sunny and warm for Phillies
Tammie Souza has your forecast for Wednesday night's Phillies game.
Eagles' Nick Sirianni addresses Week 5 game at Los Angeles Rams
The Birds take on the Rams in Los Angeles on Oct. 8.
City Hall of Atlantic City courtyard to be named after late former Lt. Gov. Sheila Oliver
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small announced the courtyard outside of City Hall will be named after Oliver when it is renovated next year.
Fall market arrives at Dilworth Park in Center City
The Philadelphia Marketplace Fall Market has returned to Dilworth Park in Center City. Chandler Lutz reports.
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