Villanova Cancels Classes After Huge Championship Win
They waited 31 years for one shining moment, and what an exciting ending it was for the Villanova Wildcats.
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They waited 31 years for one shining moment, and what an exciting ending it was for the Villanova Wildcats.
Kris Jenkins drills a three at the buzzer to give Villanova a 77-74 Championship win over North Carolina.
The Villanova Wildcats defeated the North Carolina Tar Heels to win the National Championship on Monday night.
Whether Villanova or North Carolina wins the national title, one family will be happy either way...well actually two families, technically.
Radnor Police and other enforcement groups are gearing up for possible crowds at Villanova on Monday night.
Jayne DeRogatis, a junior at Villanova, had no plans to go to Houston because she couldn't afford it.
Villanova University and Radnor Township Police are working hand in hand to keep revelers safe.
Villanova blasted Oklahoma 95-51, a semifinal record for margin, and North Carolina topped Syracuse 83-66. It sets up what should be—what we hope will be—a competitive final tonight.
In consecutive games, the Wildcats held Kansas (59) and Oklahoma (61) to season lows in points.
The Wildcats are 34-5 under Jay Wright this season.
Chris discussed yesterday's AMTRAK crash, Villanova's victory in the Final Four Saturday Night, and the latest in the race for President. He talked to Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna on the Monday Morning Matchup about John Kasich's role in the Republican presidential primary at 7:00 and HW Brands from Politico about his piece in Politico, How Trump Has Proved The Founders Right, at 8:20.
Last Meeting: UNC 78, Villanova 71 on March 22, 2013, in NCAA 1st round in Kansas City, Mo.
Villanova embarrassed Oklahoma, beating them 95-51 in the National Semifinal.
Need a primer on the NCAA men's basketball national championship game? See below for a quick guide
The celebration began when the final buzzer sounded and continued hours later.
Villanova set the record for the largest margin of victory in a National Semifinal game.
Villanova returns to its first Final Four since 2009 and just third in 31 years.
Throw out the previous game between Oklahoma and Villanova, won by the Sooners, 78-55, on Dec. 7, 2015. It seems like a lifetime ago and it should, considering the way both of these teams have played to reach Saturday's Final Four in Houston.
Nova nation is sweeping the city of Philadelphia. Villanova plays against Oklahoma tonight in the Final Four match-up, and fans across the region are gearing up to watch the Wildcats.
The numbers at NRG Stadium don't lie. That's where the Sooners and Wildcats will play their national semifinal game on Saturday and also where a lot of 3-point shots have just not gone in the basket.
Hundreds of Villanova students have left for Houston and the start of Final Four weekend.
"Love Jay Wright, absolutely love the man," basketball Hall of Famer Charles Barkley said.
Chris discussed Villanova's trip to the Final Four, the FBI's investigation into Hillary Clinton's private email, and the ongoing controversy about Donald Trump's comments on abortion. He talked to economist Chris Butler at 7:00 on Finance Friday about another boom in the stock market and State Representative Martina White at 8:00 about her bill penalizing sanctuary cities in Pennsylvania.
Villanova takes on Oklahoma in the Final Four on Saturday at 6:09 p.m.
Daniel Ochefu has been a huge key for the Wildcats in the tournament.
Inviting sunshine will greet you on Friday in the Philadelphia region, but don't be fooled, it will be bitterly cold.
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A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Fairmount Park has left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night, Philadelphia police said.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Fairmount Park has left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night, Philadelphia police said.
Multiple players and people named in the college basketball point-shaving indictment are connected to the Philly region.
Inviting sunshine will greet you on Friday in the Philadelphia region, but don't be fooled, it will be bitterly cold.
Four-and-a-half years ago, the then 8-year-old was shot and killed by police outside of a high school football game in Delaware County.
Jahmez Cartwright, a Philadelphia teenager, is missing, but police say his phone last pinged in San Diego.
Four-and-a-half years ago, the then 8-year-old was shot and killed by police outside of a high school football game in Delaware County.
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Jahmez Cartwright, a Philadelphia teenager, is missing, but police say his phone last pinged in San Diego.
A woman went to the Eagles' playoff game in Philadelphia and now can't find her car. Was it a courtesy tow or stolen? No one knows.
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The New Jersey governor highlighted his achievements during his eight years in office in his final State of the State address.
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New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
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Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
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A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Fairmount Park has left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night, Philadelphia police said.
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A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
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Tammie Souza says Friday in the Philadelphia region will be bitterly cold as an Arctic blast hits the Delaware Valley. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
The family of Fanta Bility continued to honor the little girl's legacy Thursday in Sharon Hill.
The deadly crash on Lincoln Drive is under investigation.
A South Jersey mom surprised her son with Eagles tickets Sunday, and it turned into a nightmare. When they left the game, her car was gone. She thought it was stolen, but police told her it was courtesy-towed.
Tammie Souza has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on a blustery Thursday night.