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Sixers "remain focused" on building arena in Philadelphia despite NJ's push
Despite New Jersey expressing interest in the Sixers building their new arena 76 Place in Camden, the team says it remains "focused" on staying in Philadelphia.
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Despite New Jersey expressing interest in the Sixers building their new arena 76 Place in Camden, the team says it remains "focused" on staying in Philadelphia.
Members of the NAACP Philly branch said the proposed arena by the 76ers would benefit members of the Black community in the city, especially when it comes to jobs.
The Philadelphia chapter of the NAACP says its supports the proposed 76 Place arena plan in Center City bordering Chinatown. In an event Tuesday members of the chapter spoke about how the project can benefit Philadelphia's Black community, especially when it comes to jobs.
It's been nearly a year since the Philadelphia commissioned studies looking into the economic impact of the proposed 76 Place at Market East. Where are the numbers?
It's been nearly a year since the City of Philadelphia commissioned studies looking into the economic impact of the proposed 76 Place at Market East. And those results are still not in.
The Sixers are changing their Center City arena plans. The developers for 76 Place just revealed they only plan to close one lane of traffic on 10th and 11th streets on game days. READ MORE: https://cbsloc.al/4ckRy7X
As Philadelphia's Chinatown looks forward to a new park over the Vine Street Expressway with the Stitch project, advocates are worried a new 76ers arena would negatively affect the community.
Despite a neighborhood showing 75% of people opposing the Sixers proposed arena in Center City, a key community group has decided to stay neutral in the decision.
The 76 Place at Market East team says it has more than 30,000 signatures on a petition in support of a new arena in Center City.
In response to a rally against the proposed Sixers arena 76 Place, Councilmember Mark Squilla says he has no "oversight on state and federal funding."
As Philadelphia City Council prepares to gavel in its first full session of 2024 inside City Hall, outside, demonstrators are making their voices heard over plans for a new 76ers arena.
In front of hundreds of constituents in December, Philadelphia Councilman Mark Squilla vowed to prevent any backdoor public financing of the proposed 76 Place Arena.
Democrat Cherelle Parker is vying to become Philadelphia's 100th mayor, and she has crime and public safety atop her priority list.
David Oh, who served 11 years on Philadelphia City Council, says the city needs change. If elected, Oh would bring that as the first Republican mayor since 1952.
The Sixers were originally going to ask for approval during the current city council session.
76 Devcorp said community members will learn more about the arena's design, transportation and economic impact during the five scheduled August virtual meetings.
76 Devcorp, the company working on the Sixers arena, is also building a $250 million residential building as part of the arena project.
The Sixers on Thursday released more information on agreements they say they will reach with the city as they develop 76 Place, the team's proposed Center City arena bordering Chinatown.
The Sixers say the proposed 76 Place arena will generate $200 million for schools and $800 million for the city over 30 years.
Greyhound is on the move, opening a new terminal at 7th and Market Streets, but passengers say day 1 has been a rough go.
The proposed arena, 76 Place at Market East, would be built where part of the Fashion District Mall is. It's on the edge of Chinatown from Market to Cuthbert Streets between 10th and 11th.
Democratic Philadelphia mayor candidates weighed on the proposed Sixers arena after groups proposed to the project turned in 15,000 signatures from concerned citizens.
A group opposed to the proposed Sixers arena in Market East showed up at City Hall Thursday to deliver petitions to Philadelphia City Council.
Philadelphia officials say they are launching an independent study on the impact the Sixers' proposed arena would have on Center City.
The city says the studies will assess the building design, community impact and urban planning, economic impact and the parking and traffic impact.
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is demanding action and hoping to see major changes put in place to keep pedestrians and bike riders safe following the death of CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes.
Celine Dion, nearly two years after revealing her stiff-person syndrome diagnosis, belted Edith Piaf's "Hymne à l'amour" as the finale of the four-hour opening ceremony.
Atlantic City began construction this year on a $22 million project to rebuild the Baltic Avenue Canal to protect the city from persistent flooding.
This National Disability Independence Day, children with special needs learned how to ride bikes on their own with help from an army of volunteers at the iCan Bike Camp.
Josh Shapiro has been getting questioned by Pennsylvania and the country about whether he's going to join the Democratic ticket with Kamala Harris.
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is demanding action and hoping to see major changes put in place to keep pedestrians and bike riders safe following the death of CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes.
Celine Dion, nearly two years after revealing her stiff-person syndrome diagnosis, belted Edith Piaf's "Hymne à l'amour" as the finale of the four-hour opening ceremony.
Atlantic City began construction this year on a $22 million project to rebuild the Baltic Avenue Canal to protect the city from persistent flooding.
This National Disability Independence Day, children with special needs learned how to ride bikes on their own with help from an army of volunteers at the iCan Bike Camp.
Josh Shapiro has been getting questioned by Pennsylvania and the country about whether he's going to join the Democratic ticket with Kamala Harris.
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is demanding action and hoping to see major changes put in place to keep pedestrians and bike riders safe following the death of CHOP doctor Barbara Friedes.
This National Disability Independence Day, children with special needs learned how to ride bikes on their own with help from an army of volunteers at the iCan Bike Camp.
A 15-year-old is critically injured after they were shot in the head inside a North Philadelphia recording studio Friday afternoon, according to police.
Park Finder is a new app helping families of children with disabilities find a local park that meets their child's needs as July marks a major milestone in the U.S.
In a letter to the community, the Haverford Township School District says it only learned about a fifth-grade teacher's alleged criminal actions after the second time he was arrested.
Atlantic City began construction this year on a $22 million project to rebuild the Baltic Avenue Canal to protect the city from persistent flooding.
Not quite a rabbit, Peanut the Patagonian Mara or "Cavie" will be part of the zoo's ambassador animals, coming to schools and other community events.
Down the Jersey Shore, the 7 Mile Island Players is giving kids a unique opportunity to perform "Beauty and the Beast" on a professional set this summer.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
A police officer and K-9 received minor injuries in a crash in Trenton on Thursday, police said.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
After a muggy and wet day on Wednesday (in spots), the pattern continues on Thursday with a greater chance for storms during the evening.
The muggy air and unsettled weather pattern kicks up a bit on Wednesday with mostly cloudy skies, temps in the 80s and showers.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
Vice President Kamala Harris visited Wilmington, Delaware, to meet with campaign staff. Delawareans shared their reactions to President stepping aside.
Amid a widening listeria outbreak, Boar's Head is recalling all of its liverwurst products sold nationwide, as well as some deli meats.
Pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, is on the rise, and vaccination rates are declining.
Doctors say now is the time to start making appointments for back-to-school vaccinations. Here is a vaccine reminder for parents.
A special mission for a family of doctors in Delaware is they're raising awareness about facial differences that millions of children are born with including their own. Meet the Catersons.
The number of Lyme disease cases last year in Montgomery County was over 7,000. Those numbers are on the rise.
Wiers Farm of Willard, Ohio is recalling peppers, green beans, cucumbers and other vegetables due to possible listeria monocytogene contamination.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
People across the Delaware Valley are making changes to their summer schedules to try and find ways to survive the scorching heat.
Many people have to work in blazing hot temperatures from the Main Line to South Jersey and down the shore. But others get to work in the freezing cold to bring joy to their community.
An Upper Merion, Pennsylvania man has been indicted on charges he defrauded hundreds of customers through his multiple businesses selling cemetery headstones.
SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line is getting a much-needed upgrade to its aging fleet of railcars. On Thursday, SEPTA agreed to a contract with Hitachi Rail STS USA, Inc. to purchase up to 240 new railcars.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Authority is rolling out "open road tolling" across the eastern portion of the Pennsylvania Turnpike and on the Northeast Extension.
Most airlines are bouncing back, but Delta canceled more flights at Philadelphia International Airport on Tuesday, days after the CrowdStrike outage.
Pennsylvania State Police say a driver was seriously injured after a tree fell on their car on I-476 north in Delaware County on Thursday morning.
Norwegian Cruise Line will begin offering trips out of the Port of Philadelphia starting in 2026, the cruise line announced Wednesday.
Celine Dion, nearly two years after revealing her stiff-person syndrome diagnosis, belted Edith Piaf's "Hymne à l'amour" as the finale of the four-hour opening ceremony.
The Phillies on Friday sent relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez and outfielder Cristian Pache to the Baltimore Orioles in a trade for outfielder Austin Hays.
Haddonfield beat perennial powerhouse Toms River, 9-5, in North Jersey to secure the championship.
The Philadelphia Eagles traded their best pass rusher to the New York Jets. Haason Reddick is now holding out for a new contract as training camp begins, and Bryce Huff is expected to replace that production.
On Thursday, the Philadelphia Flyers and Travis Konecny agreed to an 8-year contract extension with an annual average value of $8.75 million.
"Mr. Vance, I pray that your daughter is fortunate enough to bear children of her own one day," Jennifer Aniston said.
Creator of the former HBO show remarked on the similarities between its fictional storyline and current political reality.
Rapper and sports fan Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic flame through the suburb of Saint-Denis, north of Paris.
Charli XCX, George Clooney and Spike Lee are among the celebrities who say they are supporting Kamala Harris' campaign to become the first woman president of the United States.
An album of dark songs recorded in a bedroom at his rented farmhouse in 1982, reflecting the upheaval in his life in-between "The River" and "Born in the U.S.A.," helped solidify Springsteen's status as one of music's most soulful voices.
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With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
Investigators believe these three suspects are responsible for 25 retail thefts, two robberies and $14,000 in stolen items.
A new app helps families find disability-friendly parks in Pennsylvania, celebrating 34 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
After a warm weekend, temperatures will drop down a few degrees come Monday as our NEXT Weather team tracks our next chance for showers.
The calls to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians continue to grow louder after recent crashes in the city. Now advocates are calling on Mayor Cherelle Parker to do more to improve safety but they say they're concerned.
This National Disability Independence Day, children with special needs learned how to ride bikes on their own with help from an army of volunteers at the iCan Bike Camp.