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Community

Eagles fans flock to social media to support their team ahead of NFC conference championship

Celebrities and die-hard Eagles fans are hyped heading into Sunday’s game against the Washington Commanders.

8 months ago

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Eagles, Commanders play for 3rd time this season, but Sunday’s matchup has Super Bowl spot at stake

The Philadelphia Eagles are 14-1 since October — and that includes two straight home postseason victories. Can the Birds notch one more win to get to the Super Bowl?

8 months ago

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‘Fake sports radio caller’ talks going viral for his Delco Eagles fan satire

Gabe Mahalik is a youth pastor and wedding DJ, but you might know him better from his viral dj_gabereal social media reels posing as a fake Philadelphia sports radio caller.

Air Date: January 23, 2025 4:00 pm

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Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Hurts speaks
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Eagles’ Jalen Hurts ready to face Commanders in NFC title game on balky left knee

The Eagles held a walk-through instead of a full practice on Wednesday, but quarterback Jalen Hurts told reporters he plans to play against the Washington Commanders.

8 months ago

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Philadelphia Eagles snow from Sunday’s playoff win sells out

Only 100 pints were for sale to die-hard Eagles fans, who snatched them up immediately after being offered.

8 months ago

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Community

Philadelphia Phillies single-game tickets go on sale Friday

Tickets go on sale Friday, Jan. 24, here’s how to buy them.

8 months ago

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley
Community

Eagles ride Saquon Barkley to an NFC championship showdown at home against Washington

No matter the stakes, Saquon Barkley has delivered this season and has made the Eagles favorites to return to the Super Bowl for the second time in three seasons.

8 months ago

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Community

Philadelphia Eagles beat Los Angeles Rams in the snow, advance to NFC championship

The Eagles held on against the turnover-happy Rams 28-22 to advance to the NFC championship game for the second time in three seasons.

8 months ago

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Community

Space heaters and snow pants: Eagles fans brave snowy conditions for Sunday’s divisional playoff

As temperatures dipped below freezing, the parking lots around the Linc were packed with the usual sea of green.

8 months ago

Umme Salim-Beasley watches her team
Community

Rutgers places women’s gymnastics coach on leave after report detailing volatile team environment

The announcement came soon after the findings of an external investigation — prompted by multiple complaints filed by Rutgers gymnasts — were made public.

8 months ago

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Delaware launches statewide K-12 esports program, linking gaming passion to real-world career opportunities

The newest Delaware high school competition also offers students career pathways in design, cybersecurity and more via hands-on learning.

8 months ago

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PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A billion-dollar saga: How the Sixers arena proposal went from a done deal to a stunning reversal

The Sixers successfully pushed to build a new arena in Center City. Now the controversial project is in the rearview after an about-face no one saw coming.

8 months ago

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Studio 2
Urban Planning

Sixers arena ‘curveball’

After more than two years of fierce debate, the Sixers have abandoned their plans for a downtown arena, surprising many city officials and residents. What's coming up next?

Air Date: January 14, 2025 12:00 pm

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‘Saquon Barky’ among 12 Philly-area shelter dogs competing in Puppy Bowl 2025

On Sunday, Feb. 9, Puppy Bowl XXI will feature a number of dogs from animal rescue organizations across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.

9 months ago

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No Arena Coalition activists smile for a picture
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Billy Penn

No Arena Coalition celebrates win over threat to Chinatown, and community

“We have built a generation of leaders that will never give up, and have the drive to continue to build the city that we deserve," said two activists.

9 months ago

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