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Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan to race at the Preakness
Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan is heading to the Preakness after all.
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Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan is heading to the Preakness after all.
It was just the 10th Kentucky Derby decided by a nose, and the first since Grindstone wore the garland of red roses in 1996.
Get a look at an aerial view of the Churchill Downs racetrack in Louisville, Kentucky ahead of the Kentucky Derby 2024. Plus, Philadelphia police have two people in custody for the shooting of a teenager at 50th and Spruce streets. Meanwhile a protest encampment on University of Pennsylvania's campus is in its 10th day, and the university has released a statement saying divestment from Israel is illegal under state law. Gov. Josh Shapiro has called on Penn to keep students safe.
The 2024 Kentucky Derby was the 150th running of the high-profile race.
A field of 20 horses is set to launch from the starting gate for the 2024 Kentucky Derby on Saturday.
At the Delaware Valley University stables, the next generation of racehorses is just now being born. While the mares wait for the big moment, viewers can see them 24/7 on live cameras.
Arcangelo won the Belmont Stakes on Saturday, making Jena Antonucci the first female trainer to win the race in its 155 years.
Barbaro's eventual death after getting hurt in the 2006 Preakness also proved a learning experience as well as capturing the public's attention as it rooted on the colt in his battle to survive.
Seven horses died over a span of 10 days at Churchill Downs leading up to and on Derby day.
A string of horse deaths cast a pall for some Kentucky Derby-goers on a mostly cloudy and warm day.
The cast of characters for the 149th Kentucky Derby was rewritten in the days leading up to Saturday's race.
Saffie Joseph Jr. was suspended indefinitely by Churchill Downs Incorporated after two horses under his supervision suddenly died following races in the Kentucky Derby.
Since Turning for Home was founded, they have helped over 3,500 horses find their second and sometimes even third careers.
Essential Quality entered the week as the favorite to win but drew the 14th position Tuesday. The last time a horse won from that spot was Carry Back in 1961.
Without Omaha Beach, the 2019 Kentucky Derby field gets more competitive, with Game Winner, Improbable and Roadster all favorites.
Five-time Kentucky Derby winning trainer Bob Baffert enters the weekend with the top three horses in the field according to oddsmakers.
One local hat maker is creating handmade head-pieces that are worthy of the Derby.
"It was a big ticket because it was a couple of long shots in the middle of it,"
Justify is the favorite for Saturday's race, but there are a few other horses to consider as well.
Despite having just three starts under his belt, Justify enters the 144th running of the Derby as the favorite.
The greatest two minutes in sports will have its 144th race this May 5, 2018. Philly has plenty of sports bars and venues where you can enjoy. Here are the top 5 places to watch the Kentucky Derby for various reasons.
Kentucky Derby fever rode into Philadelphia Saturday.
Always Dreaming ran 1 ¼ miles in 2:03.59 and paid $11.40, $7.20 and $5.80.
Irish War Cry is my pick to win the 2017 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs this Saturday. He is the sole entry with two superior performances on his record this year.
The three-year streak of short-priced winners in the Kentucky Derby is likely coming to an end this Saturday, May 6 at Churchill Downs in Louisville.
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.