76ers Sign 3 On 1st Day Of Training Camp
The Sixers opened training camp Friday night with a flurry of moves, including one big splash that brought their first practice to a halt.
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The Sixers opened training camp Friday night with a flurry of moves, including one big splash that brought their first practice to a halt.
I know I'm in the minority but I am happy the NBA is back. Christmas aint Christmas without hoops. I'll be enjoying the prime rib and watching all the games.
Now that the NBA lockout is in the rearview mirror, teams can focus on the 2011-2012 season, which will consist of just 66 games.
It's another sign that the NBA season will soon begin.
KYW's Tim Jimenez speaks with Sixers beat writer Tom Moore about the end of the NBA lockout and what it means for the Sixers.
The 76ers are asking fans to go online to vote for the team's new mascot. The three finalists have been narrowed down to a Ben Franklin mock-up, a dog, or a moose. (Yes, a moose.)
Back in November, the 76ers management team decided to bounce the team's mascot Hip Hop. Now they're letting you choose between Ben Franklin, his dogg and a moose to replace him.
So, the Sixers have decided to get rid of their mascot Hip Hop. Apparently the fans didn't love him and so the new owners have retained Jim Henson's Creature Shop and Raymond Entertainment Group to develop the team's next mascot.
Former 76ers president Pat Croce and his crew recently discovered what they believe is the ship of Sir Francis Drake, and now they're looking for Drake himself.
It's not every day in Philadelphia that ownership of any of the four major sports teams changes hands. It happened this week when the Sixers were officially purchased by Wharton grad and billionaire Josh Harris and a group of investors, which includes someone you may have heard of named Will Smith.
By Matthew Nadu: We've fallin' on hard times in Philadelphia. The once promising talks of the Four Aces, the ultimate Dream Team and the NBA seem like childhood fictional characters that we eventually learn are make believe, imagined as hopeful illusions to fill our voids for something bigger and better.
Chris reviews last night's Republican Debate with John Hayward from Human Events and talks to Congressman Pat Meehan about his letter to Attorney General Eric Holder regarding the Fast and Furious case.
Today the deal was made official and the new management of the Sixers was introduced at the Palestra today. The new plan includes cutting prices for season tickets by at least 50 percent for single game prices, in an attempt to win back fans.
The deal to sell the Sixers to a group led by New York-based leveraged buyout specialist Joshua Harris has been completed. Philadelphia native Adam Aron (photo) is the new CEO.
With the Phillies out of the playoffs, the Eagles on bye, and the Sixers in a labor dispute, the bars are feeling the pinch.
Harvey Pollock has spent each day in a different t-shirt, and now he has reached number three thousand.
Dr. Jack Ramsay will be the man presenting Magee at the ceremonies.
While many think the 2011-2012 NBA season is in serious jeopardy because of the current labor unrest, the league has released its schedule for the upcoming campaign.
The Philadelphia 76ers have been sold to New York-based leveraged buyout specialist Joshua Harris, ending Comcast-Spectacor's 15-year run of ownership that included a trip to the NBA finals.
By Bill Campbell: This is one of those multiple choice weeks when so many people and topics are worthy of comment. Broadcasters don't usually face the problem of choosing a subject until they decide to put their thoughts on paper.
For those who follow the NBA closely, the lockout isn't a surprise. It's unfortunate for NBA fans, especially with the fun season that just ended with an incredible Finals between the Mavs and the Heat.
Sixers' president Rod Thorn says the arrival of Allen and Vucevic helps fill the Sixers' most pressing need.
Chris announces that Ann Coulter will be the featured guest at the next Red Meat Tour Event. He talks to Steve Cordasco about the Presidents decision to tap the strategic oil reserves and to CBS 3's Beasley Reece about the Flyers blockbuster trades.
The Philadelphia 76ers have selected Nikola Vucevic with the 16th pick in the NBA draft.
The 76ers are reportedly involved in trade talks with the Los Angeles Lakers on a deal that would potentially send Andre Iguodala to L.A.
After the hottest May day ever recorded in Philadelphia history, Wednesday may be a repeat with record highs in the mid-to-upper 90s in spots.
Chris Rabb won a competitive Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives seat representing part of Philadelphia.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia remains closed Wednesday because of a power outage.
Former teacher Bob Harvie won the Democratic primary in Pennsylvania's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Bob Brooks won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat representing the Lehigh Valley, CBS News projects. He will attempt to flip the seat blue in the general election.
After the hottest May day ever recorded in Philadelphia history, Wednesday may be a repeat with record highs in the mid-to-upper 90s in spots.
Chris Rabb won a competitive Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives seat representing part of Philadelphia.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia remains closed Wednesday because of a power outage.
Former teacher Bob Harvie won the Democratic primary in Pennsylvania's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Bob Brooks won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat representing the Lehigh Valley, CBS News projects. He will attempt to flip the seat blue in the general election.
Chris Rabb won a competitive Democratic primary for the U.S. House of Representatives seat representing part of Philadelphia.
Jefferson Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia remains closed Wednesday because of a power outage.
Former teacher Bob Harvie won the Democratic primary in Pennsylvania's 1st Congressional District, CBS News projects.
Bob Brooks won the Democratic primary for a U.S. House seat representing the Lehigh Valley, CBS News projects. He will attempt to flip the seat blue in the general election.
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, one historian is marking the occasion with a journey along the Underground Railroad.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
A jury found Paul Caneiro guilty in February of murdering his brother, sister-in-law, niece and nephew before setting their New Jersey mansion on fire in 2018.
Crews are searching for a swimmer who went missing in Ocean City, New Jersey, on Monday night, the Coast Guard said.
Scientists are buzzing about Triantha x novacaesariensis, a newly identified plant found in New Jersey's Pine Barrens.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
At 108 years old, Susan Young Browne still exercises, drives and visits the Dover, Delaware, senior center she's been a member of for more than 50 years.
Delaware State University students are taking off from Chandelle Airport in Dover as they work to become future Army aviators.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Research from Thomas Jefferson University could help ID a new way to improve poor sleep and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
Life is back to normal for 21-year-old Gianna Parrillo-Shennard, whose life was saved by Jefferson Health's mobile stroke unit.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
NAMI Montgomery County is hosting a mental health awareness and fundraising walk for the organization's free mental health programs.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
A Delaware woman died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in South Philadelphia Tuesday night while her 4-year-old daughter was in the backseat, state police said.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
Chase Burns shines for the Cincinnati Reds, striking out nine in six innings during a 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Bryson Stott hit a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and Jhoan Duran worked a 1-2-3 ninth as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
On Monday, May 18, the merchandise tent at Aronimink Golf Club is open to the public for one day of last-minute shopping, where all remaining items are 50% off.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club brought roughly 200,000 golf fans to Newtown Square, Delaware County.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Call Your Mother, a Washington D.C. based bagel and deli chain, now has the keys to Metropolitan's Rittenhouse Square location.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is embracing a statue it once kept at arm's length.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
CBS News has projected Pennsylvania State Rep. Chris Rabb as the winner of the Democratic primary for the state's 3rd Congressional District. Meanwhile, vote counting is continuing at the city's election warehouse in Northeast Philadelphia. Wakisha Bailey reports.
A power outage caused by a burst pipe led to evacuations at Jefferson Methodist Hospital in South Philadelphia on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. Sources told CBS News Philadelphia at one point, the temperature in the intensive care unit reached 88 degrees. Brandon Goldner reports.
Wednesday could be another record-setting day with hot temperatures before potential gusty thunderstorms that usher in cooler air. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
Philadelphia's popular waterfront attraction Spruce Street Harbor Park is reopening in time for Memorial Day Weekend.
Police officers and wildlife workers captured a bear that was hanging out near Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, soccer fields.