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A teenager with big dreams is fighting her way to the top. But she's facing her biggest challenge yet -- getting onto the boys wrestling team.
Philadelphia and Santa Clara are the two finalists to host WWE's Wrestlemania in 2015.
Bruno Sammartino's roots are deeply entrenched in Italy and in Pittsburgh, but he belongs to the world—especially to any kid growing up in the 1960s or 70s that had to rush in front of the TV on Saturday mornings and tune into pro wrestling.
Check out the results of Sunday night's WWE SummerSlam.
It's not exactly sports, it's "sports entertainment," but it's still an awfully big deal.
It's been a big week for WWE news. Last week, reports surfaced that Philadelphia is being considered as a host of an upcoming Wrestlemania. Sunday night, the Money In The Bank pay-per-view took place at the Wells Fargo Center. And today, the Ultimate Warrior returns.
The WWE is reportedly considering Philadelphia for Wrestlemania in either 2015 or 2016.
A former varsity wrestling coach faces a charge for allegedly encouraging members of his squad to punch a teammate over flatulence.
WWE's Rowdy Roddy Piper will visit Philadelphia in July for a screening of the cult classic movie They Live.
The odds for WWE's Wrestlemania 29 were released.
A report out of Charlotte says that wrestler Ric Flair's son has died in a Charlotte hotel room.
For the first time ever, one person wins both winner and weasel on the 94WIP Morning Show.
A look inside what it's like to work for the WWE and Vince McMahon.
WWE's John Cena takes a shot at Donovan McNabb.
Penn State will attempt to solidify its status as the nation's pre-eminent program — in the backyard of its biggest rival, Iowa — when the NCAA championships start Thursday.
The WWE's David Otunga stars in his first film, The Call with Halle Berry.
A look at the life of wrestling manager Paul Bearer, and a look ahead at Wrestlemania and a roast of wrestling legend The Iron Sheik.
Wrestlers take to Twitter to remember legendary manager Paul Bearer.
U.S. Wrestlers were jolted Tuesday when International Olympic Committee leaders dropped wrestling from the Summer Games.
It should be a great weekend of wrestling up in Doylestown as one of the nation's premier programs welcomes two nationally ranked squads to town.
A WWE superstar visited a seven year-old cancer patient, and made his dream come true.
The United States Navy got an up close look at pro wrestling during TV special filming.
Former wrestler Diamond Dallas Page is trying to save Jake The Snake Roberts with yoga.
Hulk Hogan entered into a legal settlement with a disc jockey over a sex tape involving Hogan and the DJ's wife.
Professional wrestling commentator Jerry Lawler collapsed during a World Wrestling Entertainment event on Monday night.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
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.
Wednesday is quiet but getting more humid, and then we could see some showers or storms Thursday or Friday in the Philadelphia area. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
The Associated Press reports details have been leaked of a possible deal between Iran and the U.S. to end the war. Under the terms, Iran would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and be allowed to sell oil freely. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
Police are searching for a shooter after a 15-year-old was shot in the back in Philadelphia's Frankford neighborhood.
It's the 20th annual Alex Scott: A Stand for Hope Telethon, and just as always her mother Liz Scott is in our studios with volunteers ready to accept your donations to the fight to end to childhood cancer. Wakisha Bailey asks Liz what Alex would think of the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation's massive fundraising efforts the past 20 years.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on Wednesday.