
Nick Nurse ready for challenge of getting Sixers over the hump as new head coach
Nick Nurse spent the past five seasons as the head coach of the Toronto Raptors, where he won the NBA Finals and went the playoffs three times.
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Nick Nurse spent the past five seasons as the head coach of the Toronto Raptors, where he won the NBA Finals and went the playoffs three times.
Mike Budenholzer would bring plenty of experience and a championship pedigree to the Sixers.
Mike D'Antoni has plenty of connections to the Sixers' organization, including Daryl Morey and James Harden. He was also an associate head coach with the team under Brett Brown from 2015-16.
Philadelphia 76ers President Daryl Morey said he will take his time before hiring a new head coach.
The duo led the Sixers to their best regular season in over 20 years, but when the stakes were high, both were absolute no-shows.
As the head coach, Doc Rivers has failed to lead his team past the second-round in three straight seasons.
This week, a Norristown high school student was accepted to 7 Ivy League schools, several local nurses were honored for going above and beyond, and a fearless mother-daughter duo will participate in the More Than Pink Walk to raise money for breast cancer research.
Game 7 will be played at TD Garden in Boston on Sunday.
Joel Embiid, Bryce Harper and Jalen Hurts each have the potential to be perennial MVP candidates in this era of Philadelphia sports.
Denver's Nikola Jokic now knows how Philadelphia's Joel Embiid felt during two previous NBA award seasons.
Philadelphia hasn't been to the Eastern Conference finals since 2001.
Joel Embiid had the best playoff performance of his career Tuesday night in the Sixers' 115-103 win over the Boston Celtics to take a 3-2 series lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Joel Embiid had an MVP performance with 33 points to go along with 7 rebounds, 3 assists and 4 blocks in the win.
Philadelphia will have a chance to close out the series in Game 6 Thursday night at the Wells Fargo Center.
Game 4 is Sunday in Philadelphia.
This week, Joel Embiid finally won MVP, Bryce Harper returned way faster than expected to the Phillies and we debuted our Mental Reset series at Love Park.
The MVP has returned after missing the Sixers' past two games with a sprained LCL in his right knee.
Joel Embiid finally said that winning the NBA's Most Valuable Player award has been a dream ever since he belatedly started playing basketball.
Embiid will be reevaluated after Wednesday morning's shootaround, but he's expected to play barring a setback, a source told CBS News Philadelphia's Pat Gallen.
Embiid talked to the media for the first time since winning the NBA MVP award on Tuesday night.
Embiid won his first NBA MVP award on Tuesday night.
A source told CBS News Philadelphia's Pat Gallen that Embiid is expected to play Wednesday night barring any setbacks.
Joel Embiid finally won the NBA MVP and social media went berserk.
Ross DiMattei reports.
After finishing as the runner-up for the award the past two seasons, Joel Embiid finally got his trophy.
After the morning began with "hazardous" air quality over the Philadelphia region, conditions are likely to improve Thursday before decreasing overnight.
The Gay Officers Action League of Greater Philadelphia fights against the stigma of being out and in law enforcement.
Hazardous haze and smoke from the eastern Canadian wildfires are making for dangerous conditions and impacting local events.
The charges would be the first to arise from special counsel Jack Smith's investigations into former President Donald Trump.
Since the smoky conditions took over our region, medical experts have said sensitive groups like children or those with asthma will feel the worst impact. Pregnant women are also in that category.
After the morning began with "hazardous" air quality over the Philadelphia region, conditions are likely to improve Thursday before decreasing overnight.
The Gay Officers Action League of Greater Philadelphia fights against the stigma of being out and in law enforcement.
Hazardous haze and smoke from the eastern Canadian wildfires are making for dangerous conditions and impacting local events.
The charges would be the first to arise from special counsel Jack Smith's investigations into former President Donald Trump.
Since the smoky conditions took over our region, medical experts have said sensitive groups like children or those with asthma will feel the worst impact. Pregnant women are also in that category.
After the morning began with "hazardous" air quality over the Philadelphia region, conditions are likely to improve Thursday before decreasing overnight.
The Gay Officers Action League of Greater Philadelphia fights against the stigma of being out and in law enforcement.
Hazardous haze and smoke from the eastern Canadian wildfires are making for dangerous conditions and impacting local events.
Delivery and ride-sharing drivers share concerns for their health as they continue to work in hazy smoke conditions.
Most of the Philadelphia region is experiencing "unhealthy" or "very unhealthy" air quality conditions due to the wildfire smoke.
After the morning began with "hazardous" air quality over the Philadelphia region, conditions are likely to improve Thursday before decreasing overnight.
Hazardous haze and smoke from the eastern Canadian wildfires are making for dangerous conditions and impacting local events.
Delivery and ride-sharing drivers share concerns for their health as they continue to work in hazy smoke conditions.
Philadelphia is currently in the most hazardous air quality category as smoke from wildfires in Canada moves through the region.
The cause of the fire in Jackson Township remains under investigation.
After the morning began with "hazardous" air quality over the Philadelphia region, conditions are likely to improve Thursday before decreasing overnight.
Delivery and ride-sharing drivers share concerns for their health as they continue to work in hazy smoke conditions.
Philadelphia is currently in the most hazardous air quality category as smoke from wildfires in Canada moves through the region.
At least 20 people were rescued after an amusement ride malfunctioned at a church carnival in Wilmington, Delaware.
Smoke from wildfires burning in Canada is impacting the sunrise and sunsets as well as visibility all over the region.
AQI is a standardized scale, issued by the EPA, that helps the public understand the health risks associated with various air quality levels and pollution.
A proposal to allocate $100 million in federal funds to pay for adult mental health programs easily passed the Pennsylvania House of Representatives.
An AQI "Code Red Fine Particles Action Day" means the air is unhealthy to breathe. Here's what you should know to help protect yourself.
As cities in the Northeast U.S. reach and even surpass "unhealthy" levels of air pollution, officials are urging people to avoid outside activities. Here's what to know about exercising when air quality is bad.
The 51-year-old is now in remission after chemotherapy but the treatment caused serious problems with his lungs.
Vice President Kamala Harris met with the Service Employees International Union in Philadelphia to highlight the Biden administration's commitment to labor unions.
Temple grad and South Jersey banker Stanley Middleman will own about one-eighth of the Philadelphia Phillies after a deal.
A three-year pause on student loan payments will end this summer regardless of how the Supreme Court rules on the White House plan to forgive billions of dollars in student loan debt.
Many in our area have strong feelings when talking about the gridlock in Washington over the debt ceiling fight.
Some Tastykakes containing peanut butter were improperly labeled, sparking a recall due to allergy concerns.
People in violation of the law could face a $2,000 fine or seizure of their car.
SEPTA and PennDOT are hoping the red color will make the lane more visible and cut down on crashes.
Officials said a deadly multi-vehicle crash had a significant impact on the Monday morning commute on the Blue Route.
Philadelphia city officials announce road closures, parking restrictions, and what to expect for this year's Pride festival.
If you're not going down the shore, there are still plenty of fun things to do in the Philadelphia area during Memorial Day Weekend.
Zack Wheeler will be on the mound for the Phillies as they try win their fifth straight game.
The Phillies-Tigers game scheduled for Wednesday night has been postponed as the Philadelphia region is under a "Code Red" air quality alert from the eastern Canada wildfires.
Lionel Messi has pulled off his latest stunning feat: He is headed to Miami.
Danny Briere has made his first major move in the Flyers' rebuild, trading Ivan Provorov to the Blue Jackets in a three-team trade.
The Philadelphia Phillies won Tuesday night 1-0 against the Detroit Tigers.
All eyes are on the Tony Awards, set to air June 11 on CBS and streaming on Paramount+.
On Saturday, the Fugees performed their classics including "How Many Mics," "Ready or Not," "Killing Me Softly" and "Fu-Gee-La" at Philadelphia's Roots Picnic festival.
Michael J. Fox was at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia for a Q&A about the film. When he was introduced and bowed, he lost his balance, falling and bumping into a couch.
Actor Cuba Gooding Jr. has settled with a woman who claims he raped her, averting a trial that was about to begin in New York City.
Swift laughed with the crowd after the incident during her show Sunday night in Chicago.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
With an event similar to "Shark Tank," Liguori Academy is turning students into entrepreneurs overnight.
Eight Camden high school students are getting experience as pharmacy technicians at the locally owned Bell Rexall Drugs.
At Stomping Grounds Social Justice Cafe, young people are getting work experience while working toward their diploma.
On this week's Focusing on the Future Wakisha Bailey speaks with the team and finds out how they are making a difference with other high schoolers.
PhillyBOLT consists of young Philadelphians who are keeping a close eye on the race to become Philadelphia's 100th mayor.
Grant Gilmore has the latest forecast as smoke from Canadian wildfires moves through the Delaware Valley.
Fire crews say smoke from the wildfire has sparked calls all over for smoke and odor investigations. Joe Holden reports.
With the body already fatigued from pregnancy, Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Cheryl Bettigole advises pregnant women to stay inside as much as possible. Liz Crawford reports.
Together, they're working to connect the LGBTQIA+ community with law enforcement. Matt Petrillo reports.
During the air quality alert, the New Jersey Department of Agriculture is reminding everyone to rinse their fruits and veggies. Ryan Hughes has the latest.