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Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Fletcher Cox (91) stands on the field prior to an NFL Football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023.
Community

Eagles 6-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle Fletcher Cox announces his retirement after 12 seasons

Cox, a first-round pick in 2012, played all 12 of his seasons in Philadelphia and holds the franchise record for sacks by a defensive tackle

2 years ago

File photo: Temple wide receiver Zae Baines (80) runs with the ball after making a catch during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Navy, Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, in Annapolis, Md.  Thanks to a new law passed by Philadelphia City Council, the city could partner with Temple University School of Law to help high school and college athletes navigate and monetize NIL deals, with free legal and financial advice. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams)
Politics & Policy

Philly City Council passes law to help student athletes navigate financial deals

The city will partner with Temple University School of Law to help high school and college athletes navigate NIL deals by providing free legal and financial advice.

2 years ago

Adam Fisher on the sideline during a game
Community

Temple reviewing reports of unusual wagering activity ahead of men’s basketball loss to UAB

The betting line for Thursday night's game between Temple and UAB surged from the Blazers opening as a two-point favorite to reaching as high as eight points.

2 years ago

Jason Kelce holding a can of soup
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Campbell unveils 1st ever ‘Legend Edition Chunky’ soup can in honor of Philadelphia’s Jason Kelce

Fans can enter to win one of 620 limited-edition collectible cans.

2 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (center) holds his head as Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic (77) and 76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr. (right) look on during the second half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Dallas.
Community

All-Star Tyrese Maxey is being evaluated for a concussion and will miss 76ers’ game at Brooklyn

Maxey lost his balance on a drive Sunday in the third quarter of a game at Dallas and banged his head on another player’s knee.

2 years ago

Dartmouth's Romeo Myrthil (20) stands next to Duke's Caleb Foster (1) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Durham, N.C., Monday, Nov. 6, 2023. A ruling that gives the Dartmouth basketball team the right to unionize has far-reaching implications for all of college sports — from the quaint, academically oriented Ivy League to the big-money football factories like Michigan and Alabama. But it’s not time to cut down the nets just yet.
Courts & Law

Dartmouth men’s basketball team votes to unionize, though steps remain in forming labor union

The players voted 13-2 to join Service Employees International Union Local 560, which already represents some Dartmouth workers.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Eagles' Jason Kelce cries during an NFL football press conference announcing his retirement in Philadelphia, Monday, March 4, 2024. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Eagles Jason Kelce — What Happens After Retirement, How Election Polling Works (and Doesn’t)

The art and science of public polling is a mystery. This 2024 Super Tuesday, we'll look at the race between former Pres. Trump and Gov. Haley and what election polls can miss.

Air Date: March 5, 2024 12:00 pm

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Jason Kelce
Community
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Philadelphia Eagles fans react to Jason Kelce announcing his retirement from the NFL

"He means a lot to this city. He's been here his entire career and wears his heart on his sleeve."

2 years ago

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Scott Kingery throws to first base during a baseball spring training workout Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024, in Clearwater, Fla.
Community
Billy Penn

The life and times of Phils former phenom Scott Kingery

With Kingery tied for the team lead in homers so far this spring, here’s a look back at his ups and downs as he bounced from position to position.

2 years ago

A bobblehead of Cleveland natives Travis and Jason Kelce stands on the Cleveland Cavaliers' court Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Cleveland. The team will give the bobbleheads to fans at an NBA basketball game against the Boston Celtics, Tuesday, March 5.
Community

Brothers Travis and Jason Kelce honored with bobblehead giveaway at Cavs game

The brothers are Cleveland natives and have long supported their hometown Cavs, who are in turn paying tribute to the local football stars.

2 years ago

Jason Kelce
Community
6abc

Jason Kelce retiring after 13 seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles

He is leaving an indelible mark on the franchise, the NFL and the city.

2 years ago

Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler throws during the first inning in Game 5 of the baseball NL Championship Series between the San Diego Padres and the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022, in Philadelphia.
Community

Phillies sign ace Zack Wheeler to $126 million, 3-year deal

The Phillies now have their top-two starters anchoring the rotation for years to come.

2 years ago

Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey (0) celebrates with forward Paul Reed (44) during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Dallas.
Community

Harris and Maxey help Sixers win again without Embiid, beating Doncic’s Mavs 120-116

Trying to maintain playoff positioning without Embiid, Philadelphia had a scare with Maxey in the third quarter when the first-time All-Star fell hard.

2 years ago

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark (22) celebrates after becoming the all-time leading scorer in NCAA Division I basketball during the first half of a college game against Ohio State, Sunday, March 3, 2024, in Iowa City, Iowa.
Community

Caitlin Clark makes 2 free throws to break Pete Maravich’s NCAA Division I scoring record

Maravich’s record fell four days after Clark broke Lynette Woodard’s major college women’s record with 33 points against Minnesota on Wednesday.

2 years ago

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LeBron James becomes first NBA player to score 40,000 points

It is likely to be a long time until James's record is broken.

2 years ago

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