Xfinity Mobile Arena sign unveiled in South Philly with help from mascots Gritty, Franklin
Two of our favorite mascots helped reveal a fresh new look at the Philadelphia Sports Complex.
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Two of our favorite mascots helped reveal a fresh new look at the Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Blair Listino, chair of Flyers Charities, Julia Dougherty, and Gritty joined CBS News Philadelphia on Monday morning to discuss the seventh annual Gritty 5K, which is deemed the "anti-runners" 5K for everyone."
Fans heading to the Wells Fargo Center to watch the Flyers take the ice can check out the arena's first retail location that showcases all things Gritty. Our Howard Monroe got a preview of what the new retail space has to offer.
Gritty, Franklin, Swoop, Phang and others join the Phillie Phanatic in the Philadelphia Phillies clubhouse for this year's holiday yule log video.
"It's not just a race, it's a vibe," said Cindy Stutman, executive director of the Flyers Charities. Organizers say the Gritty 5K run at the Wells Fargo Center is a great experience with plenty of activities unlike other races you've seen before. Ross DiMattei reports.
Ross already has a day job on our morning newscast so he's probably not playing for the Flyers any time soon. But we were welcomed onto the ice at Wells Fargo Center as the orange and black get ready for their home opener Saturday night against the Vancouver Canucks. Hear all about the merch available in the team store, the special celebrations before the 7 p.m. puck drop and see Gritty being Gritty.
Flyers mascot Gritty is featured on a 12-month calendar benefiting Flyers Charities. Jim Donovan has your morning headlines with weather from Kate Bilo.
The Philadelphia Flyers' chaotic mascot is back with another calendar for 2025. The calendars, which feature pictures of Gritty in a variety of outfits and costumes, are on sale now for $25 and benefit Flyers Charities.
The Flyers Charities Carnival at the Wells Fargo Center will feature games, cool opportunities up for auction and chances to meet the whole Flyers roster.
Gritty, the Philadelphia Flyers mascot, stopped by our studio to tell us all about the Flyers Charities Carnival happening March 17.
The earmuffs will be available for the first 10,000 fans going to the Flyers' game against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday.
Some students in South Philadelphia got to hang out with the Flyers on Monday.
Gritty is giving out 100 free passes to FDR Park's Tinseltown Holiday Spectacular.
The beloved emotional support gator first crawled into Philly fans' hearts when he was denied entry from Citizens Bank Park back in September.
No doubt what grabs your attention in this sea of orange and black is the array of homemade Gritty costumes.
The calendar features the hockey mascot in a variety of costumes from Santa to a leprechaun.
Move over firefighters, Gritty has taken center stage. The first-ever Gritty calendar is now on sale.
Gritty is getting his own special spot in the Wells Fargo Center, giving some lucky fans a front-row view of his silly stunts.
Gritty's Chaos Corner takes over section 122 for all Flyers games this season.
Gritty celebrated a popular trend known as "Barbiecore" by wearing a Barbie-inspired outfit to "Oppenheimer."
Gritty tweeted last week saying he'd wear this Barbie-inspired outfit to Oppenheimer if he got 10,000 retweets.
The Flyers' mascot tweeted that if he gets 10,000 retweets, he'll wear his Barbie costume to see Oppenheimer
Get ready to lace up your shoes for the grittiest race in Philadelphia; the Gritty 5K will return on Oct. 21.
The fun includes carnival games, Flyers-themed giveaways, appearances by alumni, and of course, Gritty!
Gritty nailed a half-court shot and then celebrated with a little dance.
Snow is piling up on driveways around the Delaware Valley Sunday. Is it better to shovel early and often, or wait until the storm has passed?
With a major winter storm battering the Philadelphia area, multiple businesses and event centers are staying closed Sunday and Monday.
The Delaware Valley is in the thick of what could be its biggest winter storm in a decade, and inches of snow have already fallen around Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
The entire Delaware Valley is under a winter storm warning as more than a foot of snow could fall in some spots around the region.
Philadelphia is under a snow emergency as the city braces for the most snow it's seen in years.
The entire Philadelphia area is under a Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow and sleet through 1 p.m. Monday Afternoon.
Snow is piling up on driveways around the Delaware Valley Sunday. Is it better to shovel early and often, or wait until the storm has passed?
With a major winter storm battering the Philadelphia area, multiple businesses and event centers are staying closed Sunday and Monday.
The Delaware Valley is in the thick of what could be its biggest winter storm in a decade, and inches of snow have already fallen around Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Sherrill said NJ Transit service will stop running during the winter storm on Sunday, when heavy snow is forecast to bury the Tri-State Area.
With a major winter storm battering the Philadelphia area, multiple businesses and event centers are staying closed Sunday and Monday.
The Delaware Valley is in the thick of what could be its biggest winter storm in a decade, and inches of snow have already fallen around Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
The entire Delaware Valley is under a winter storm warning as more than a foot of snow could fall in some spots around the region.
Philadelphia is under a snow emergency as the city braces for the most snow it's seen in years.
Jalen Brunson scored 31 points, as the New York Knicks defeated the 76ers, 112-109.
With a major winter storm battering the Philadelphia area, multiple businesses and event centers are staying closed Sunday and Monday.
The Delaware Valley is in the thick of what could be its biggest winter storm in a decade, and inches of snow have already fallen around Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
The entire Delaware Valley is under a winter storm warning as more than a foot of snow could fall in some spots around the region.
Sherrill said NJ Transit service will stop running during the winter storm on Sunday, when heavy snow is forecast to bury the Tri-State Area.
Sianni Wynn won her first national championship when she was 6. Now a senior at Pennsauken High School, she keeps on winning.
With a major winter storm battering the Philadelphia area, multiple businesses and event centers are staying closed Sunday and Monday.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
A major winter storm is headed to the Philadelphia region, forecast to bring at least 6 inches to the area. Here's what to know.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
Four-year-old Jackson Roberts isn't able to smile on his own because of a condition called Moebius syndrome.
Penn Medicine has a new way to reduce hospital noise, as monitors and alarms can be stressful for patients, especially premature babies.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
Jalen Brunson scored 31 points, as the New York Knicks defeated the 76ers, 112-109.
Owen Tippett had his second career hat trick and the Philadelphia Flyers defeat the Colorado Avalanche Friday night.
Sianni Wynn won her first national championship when she was 6. Now a senior at Pennsauken High School, she keeps on winning.
Kevin Johnson died from "blunt head trauma and stab wounds" at a homeless encampment, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner said.
Tyrese Maxey scored six of his 36 points in overtime, Joel Embiid had 32 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists and the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Houston Rockets 128-122.
The nominees for the 98th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, and though "One Battle After Another," "Marty Supreme," "Frankenstein" and "Hamnet" were all nominated for plenty, it was "Sinners" that broke through with a record-smashing 16 nominations.
George Raveling, a former Villanova star player and coach, might be best known as the guy who helped bring Michael Jordan to Nike in the 1980s.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
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.
From Doylestown to Center City and across the bridge in Cherry Hill, people worked to clear streets as a winter storm pounded the Delaware Valley Sunday. Some areas have already recorded more then 6 inches of snow.
The storm didn't stop some people from heading out early Sunday to grab coffee and help clear snow for friends and family. CBS News Philadelphia's Wakisha Bailey talked to one man who braved the snow before helping to clear train stations later in the day.
As the heaviest snow picks up in Philadelphia and around the Delaware Valley, some areas have already reported more than 2 inches of snow on the ground. Across the region, more than a foot of snow is possible.
Snow is already accumulating across Philadelphia and the entire Delaware Valley region Sunday morning. CBS News Philadelphia meteorologist Grant Gilmore breaks down when it could be the best time to shovel your driveway throughout the storm.
A major winter storm has arrived in the Delaware Valley and is poised to drop nearly a foot of snow across the Philadelphia region Sunday into Monday. CBS News Philadelphia's Brandon Goldner, Wakisha Bailey and Ray Strickland have an early look at snow conditions in Cherry Hill, Paoli and Roxborough.