Philly native releasing film on former Villanova basketball star George Raveling
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.
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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.
George Raveling might not be a recognizable name, but he’s one of the most important figures in the history of basketball.
The first Jordan Brand store in the United States is opening in Philadelphia on Friday morning.
The first Jordan Brand store in the United States is opening Friday, Oct. 10 at 10 a.m. in Philadelphia. Some customers were lining up outside overnight to be among the first to be let in the shop.
Nike Inc.'s first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight store in Philadelphia has an opening date: Friday, Oct. 10, 2025.
It was purchased by a group that included famed "Shark Tank" investor Kevin O'Leary, according to the memorabilia company.
One by one, the Eagles stood firm on the first day of training camp that the word "repeat" for the 2024 champions is not part of the vernacular around the complex.
Joel Embiid is done for the season, at last shut down following the lingering effects of knee surgery. Uncertainty, however, remains in Philadelphia.
Nike Inc.'s first U.S.-based Jordan Brand World of Flight store appears to be coming to 1617 Walnut St. in Philadelphia.
The Air Jordan 13s, which Jordan wore in Game 2 of the 1998 NBA Finals, just became the most expensive sneakers ever sold.
"I can't think of a better birthday gift than seeing others join me in supporting Make-A-Wish so that every child can experience the magic of having their wish come true," Jordan said.
Basketball legend Michael Jordan was spotted in Margate and those who saw him went absolutely wild.
Folks from the Quest for the Ring tournament sent us this picture of Jordan in Atlantic City.
Jordan is donating $1 million each to the American Red Cross and Foundation For The Carolinas' Hurricane Florence Response Fund.
The newest Air Jordan creation is a throw-back, with a twist!
LeBron James has been the NBA's best player for a decade, so long that his accomplishments seem mundane.
The Wisconsin forward had himself a day against No. 1 overall seed Villanova and capped it off with a tribute to "His Airness."
You have to see this!
Former 76ers great Charles Barkley revealed in a recent interview that he and his one-time good friend Michael Jordan haven't spoken in years.
Michael Jordan says there's "no question" he could be LeBron in his prime.
Whether good or bad, these are the most memorable sports moments involving athletes and their fathers
We're a little over 24 hours away from the NBA Finals getting underway pitting the Cleveland Cavaliers and LeBron James against the "Splash Brothers" of Golden State.
Several Sixers appear on Mitchell & Ness' list of greatest NBA players by jersey number.
Michael Jordan, his eminence, excellence, and the exemplar of modern basketball, is the unquestioned king. But can King James leave the game with just one more jewel in his crown?
A new poll says that 34% of NBA fans think MJ could beat Lebron right now in one-on-one.
Financial expert Mical Jeanlys-White, host of the All The Wealth podcast, says prospective homebuyers shouldn't give up.
One of Benjamin Franklin's innovations is helping scientists today understand climate change.
An umbrella might be needed in the Philadelphia region Wednesday, but only for a brief time midday as the warm front lifts north.
A 15-year-old boy was shot in the back after walking out of a corner store in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood Tuesday night, police said.
Brandon Marsh, Alec Bohm and Kyle Schwarber homered, Jesús Luzardo pitched seven strong innings and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins 8-2.
Learn more about Alex Scott, her lemonade stands, and the years-long efforts to help children and their families fight cancer.
A suspect was taken into custody in Philadelphia in connection with the shooting at Wilmington Hospital that left one person dead and another injured, police said.
Financial expert Mical Jeanlys-White, host of the All The Wealth podcast, says prospective homebuyers shouldn't give up.
One of Benjamin Franklin's innovations is helping scientists today understand climate change.
An umbrella might be needed in the Philadelphia region Wednesday, but only for a brief time midday as the warm front lifts north.
A 15-year-old boy was shot in the back after walking out of a corner store in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood Tuesday night, police said.
A new initiative is turning vacant land in Chester into greener spaces designed to improve neighborhood safety, health and quality of life.
The Garibaldi family has raised $860,000 for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation in honor of their daughter, Lucy.
John Ohler Jr. allegedly secretly recorded videos of people in public places and created AI-generated sexual videos of many people, including minors.
One of the Philadelphia police officers who was shot in Wynnefield over the weekend was released from the hospital.
Teo Solari, who's helping team Haiti prepare for the World Cup, has a family soccer legacy at Stockton University.
Stein Your Florist Co. is closing its storefront in Philadelphia's Mayfair-Tacony neighborhood and consolidating all business at its location in Burlington, New Jersey.
A teenager riding an electronic bike was killed after being hit by a UPS truck in Southampton Township, New Jersey State Police said Tuesday.
Paul Robbins, the last known living World War II crewmember, returned to the Battleship New Jersey for an emotional homecoming Monday.
The FBI is investigating after a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent was struck by a vehicle and then opened fire in New Jersey on Monday morning.
A suspect was taken into custody in Philadelphia in connection with the shooting at Wilmington Hospital that left one person dead and another injured, police said.
Despite being burned in a fire last month, Mother African Union Church in Wilmington is preserving the past and shaping the future.
One person was found dead in a Delaware home where a fire broke out overnight, officials say.
While city crews cleared the encampments at Christina Park in Wilmington, demonstrators said that it won't solve the problem.
A child and a teen were shot Sunday evening in Wilmington, Delaware, police say.
Alex Scott's wish was that her lemonade stands could help raise money to find cancer treatments and cures, and that's what's happening.
Cooper's LGBTQ+ clinic in Collingswood, New Jersey, is empowering the community to get the best inclusive healthcare possible.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
Brandon Marsh, Alec Bohm and Kyle Schwarber homered, Jesús Luzardo pitched seven strong innings and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins 8-2.
Teo Solari, who's helping team Haiti prepare for the World Cup, has a family soccer legacy at Stockton University.
The Flyers acquired Joseph Woll and Simon Benoit in a surprise four-player trade with the Maple Leafs ahead of the 2026 NHL draft.
Former NHL player Kyle Calder has died at age 47. The Alberta native spent a majority of his 10 years in the league with Chicago and also played for Philadelphia, Detroit, Los Angeles and Anaheim.
Zack Wheeler struck out nine in six scoreless innings of two-hit ball, Gabriel Rincones Jr. homered for his first career hit and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Miami Marlins 7-0 on Monday.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night, at the age of 36.
Taylor Swift attended Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
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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.
The goal of the LandCare program is to improve the appearance of neighborhoods and encourage community connection.
Josie Selke was just 5-months-old when she was diagnosed with a rare pediatric leukemia. After years of treatment and a grant from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation that helped Josie receive treatment closer to home, the now 2-year-old is officially in remission.
Inflation, driven by high fuel costs tied to the war with Iran, is helping keep mortgage rates elevated. In this week's In Your Corner Podcast, CBS News Philadelphia consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz takes a look at what experts are saying could bring rates down in the coming weeks.
A teenage driver is in critical condition and another person was killed in a crash in Philadelphia's Tacony neighborhood.
Despite living and walking the streets of Philadelphia 250 years ago, research conducted by America's Founding Fathers continues to play a pivotal role in helping scientists understand how the Earth's climate is changing.