March Madness Starting to Take Off at Villanova University
Now that Villanova University's men's basketball team is ranked first in the Eastern region and second overall, how are students and fans preparing for the big tournament?
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Now that Villanova University's men's basketball team is ranked first in the Eastern region and second overall, how are students and fans preparing for the big tournament?
"The philosophical part of my advice is this: Believe that your education has prepared you to succeed," says Assistant Professor Michelle Kelly.
Teresa Nance, assistant vice president of Multicultural Affairs is one of those spearheading the trip.
Leslie McCarthy, an assistant professor at Villanova University, says part of the problem with potholes this year is the way they were repaired last year.
Ryan Arcidiacono had 18 points and six assists, Dylan Ennis finished with 17 points and six rebounds, and No. 5 Villanova made a season-high 15 3-pointers to beat Xavier 88-75 on Wednesday night.
Kathleen Kane, a Democrat, said she's disappointed by the process used to investigate her office and says an independent review would find that she's done nothing wrong.
The Villanova Wildcats will play their first game since jumping up to #5 in the polls when they welcome Xavier to the Pavilion for a Big East tussle on Wednesday night.
Kornwell Chan will spend at least another five months in the county prison. He was previously convicted of stealing a woman's underwear and shooting "upskirt" photos in the King of Prussia Mall.
The story goes back to the 4th century in Asia Minor, with the charitable Saint Nicolas.
JayVaughn Pinkston had the go-ahead basket and game-saving block in the final minute to lift No. 12 Villanova over No. 19 Michigan 60-55 in the Legends Classic championship game Tuesday night.
One of the stars of the popular show 'Mythbusters' stopped by Villanova University Saturday night.
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Villanova University researchers have been awarded a Google Glass grant to develop a memory aid.
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It was a horribly bloody scene. Carol Armbruster had been stabbed with a butcher knife that remained embedded in her neck when her body was discovered.
Dreams of an NCAA tournament Holy War have been dashed, with St. Joes overpowered by UConn in overtime, 89-81. But Villanova's not done dancing just yet.
The No. 2 Wildcats were led by Darrun Hilliard's 16 points, on 6-for-11 shooting, and 15 from JayVaughn Pinkston.
You have to go back. Way, way back. Back to when the NCAA Tournament had just 25 teams, no shot clocks, and when not every tournament game was shown on TV.
Villanova is the top seed in the Big East Tournament and the third ranked team in the country, but it's business as usual on the Main Line.
Darrun Hilliard scored 19 points to lead No. 6 Villanova to a dominating 77-59 victory over Georgetown on Saturday, preserving the Wildcats' hopes of a No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament.
Darrun Hilliard scored 19 points and No. 6 Villanova clinched the outright Big East championship for the first time in 32 years by holding off undermanned Xavier 77-70 on Thursday night.
The latest crash occurred early Saturday morning on the 3000 block of Girard Avenue when the driver of a stolen SUV crashed into a parked car.
Soccer enthusiasts are showing off their fandom ahead of the first World Cup match in South Philadelphia featuring Ecuador and Ivory Coast.
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
President Trump issued an executive order in March 2025 ordering national parks to not display elements that "inappropriately disparage Americans past or living."
Scattered storms with severe potential could hit the Philadelphia area Sunday. Before then, Saturday is warm and sunny.
President Trump issued an executive order in March 2025 ordering national parks to not display elements that "inappropriately disparage Americans past or living."
The latest crash occurred early Saturday morning on the 3000 block of Girard Avenue when the driver of a stolen SUV crashed into a parked car.
Soccer enthusiasts are showing off their fandom ahead of the first World Cup match in South Philadelphia featuring Ecuador and Ivory Coast.
From outdoor block parties to VIP tables, here's a look at where you can watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in and around Philadelphia this summer.
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
The latest crash occurred early Saturday morning on the 3000 block of Girard Avenue when the driver of a stolen SUV crashed into a parked car.
Soccer enthusiasts are showing off their fandom ahead of the first World Cup match in South Philadelphia featuring Ecuador and Ivory Coast.
Soccer fans were out in droves Friday night cheering on the U.S. team in their first match in the World Cup against Paraguay.
Commissioner Bethel admitted that putting up barricades on the sidewalk was a mistake and they should have closed some Gayborhood streets to allow for the celebrations.
A 15-month-old girl was found dead inside a car along the 4800 block of Hanoverville Road, just after 4 p.m. Thursday.
Collingswood's Pocket Park will fill with drag performances, local vendors, community speakers and live music for its fifth Annual Pride.
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Dameon Anderson allegedly murdered Savion Pollard-Poulson inside a grocery store in Philadelphia in April and fled on an electric scooter.
Crews have found the body of Davoris Carter, the 14-year-old who went missing while swimming in Wildwood earlier this month, police said Wednesday.
Cristian Custodio-Aquino faces 30 years in prison for killing Dr. Michael Anthony, who owned Haddon Vet.
A driver was hospitalized after a tree service and landscaping truck drove off a bridge in New Castle County, Delaware, police said Friday.
Anticipation grows in Delaware's West African community as the Ivory Coast's national soccer team settles into its Wilmington hotel ahead of the World Cup.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
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.
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.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
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.
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
The U.S. men's national soccer team made easy work of Paraguay in its World Cup opener Friday, defeating the South American side 4-1 at SoFi Stadium.
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The first 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup match in Philadelphia is Sunday, but the party has already started at Fairmount Park.
The Phillies are adding a veteran outfielder a day after potentially losing Adolis García for some time due to an injury.
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.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
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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.
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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.
Dozens of chefs served up dishes to raise money for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
A federal judge in Massachusetts ruled Friday that all signs that were changed or removed under an order by President Trump must be restored.
A neighbor on the block has started a petition to improve safety after the driver of a stolen SUV crashed into another car.
Soccer fans from near and far are taking over the city to partake in watch parties before Ecuador and Ivory Coast hit the pitch.
The Philadelphia region is under a risk of severe storms Sunday afternoon and evening. Before then, enjoy a sunny Saturday with more comfortable humidity levels, great for a barbecue or trip to the Jersey Shore. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.