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Two brothers among those killed in West Philly mass shooting after a fight turned into a gun battle, police said
The mass shooting in West Philadelphia that left three men dead — including two brothers — and six others injured early Sunday morning was the result of an argument-turned-gun fight after multiple people pulled weapons, police said Monday. More than 100 people were gathered for a cookout on...
Judah Mintz finishes strong: How did former Syracuse players, CNY products fare in NBA’s Summer League?
SYRACUSE, N.Y. ― Judah Mintz got off to a bit of a slow start with the Philadelphia 76ers in the NBA’s Summer League in Las Vegas. But the former Syracuse University guard finished off strong with double-digit scoring performances in three of the Sixers’ last four games, including an 18-point effort on Sunday.
Paddling on Westtown Lake with the Green Team
WESTTOWN–Despite a rainy forecast, more than sixty people, many of them children, went canoeing at Westtown Lake last Saturday as part of the Legendary Lenape summer family education program. And no rain fell on the lively celebration of Lenape culture. This series of programs is sponsored by a coalition...
Manuel Margot helps Twins pull away for win over Phils
Manuel Margot went 2-for-5 with two RBIs and the Minnesota Twins pulled away for a 7-2 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday night in Minneapolis. Carlos Santana finished 2-for-4 with an RBI double for the Twins, who won the series opener after losing two straight games against the Milwaukee Brewers upon returning from the All-Star break. Minnesota's Willi Castro also drove in two runs, while Max Kepler collected two hits and an RBI.
Funding secured for West Rockhill transmission water line
WEST ROCKHILL — Funding for a North Penn Water Authority (NPWA) transmission water main in West Rockhill has been secured following PENNVEST’s approval of a $5.7 million loan for the project. The news was announced by the office of state Rep. Craig Staats in a press release. “I...
De George: Despite disastrous summer, Union still have shot at playoff berth
CHESTER — Things have gone about as poorly for the Philadelphia Union through 25 games of the 2024 MLS season as possible. They’ve lost their top striker to an outgoing transfer with no clear replacement. Their once-cornerstone center backs have regressed at an alarming rate. They’ve got six...
Philadelphia Phillies at Minnesota Twins odds, picks and predictions
The Philadelphia Phillies (63-37) and Minnesota Twins (55-44) meet Tuesday for game 2 of a 3-game series. First pitch from Target Field is set for 7:40 p.m. ET. Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's lines around the Phillies vs. Twinsodds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.
Here are the Black athletes from the Delaware Valley in this year’s Olympics
The Philadelphia region has a rich history of African-American athletes competing at the Olympics. With the games starting Friday, several from the region will continue that legacy in representing the Delaware Valley. Though he’s a native of Cameroon, 76ers star Joel Embiid will play in the games for the U.S....
Political divisions stall proposed gun policies in Pennsylvania, where assassin took aim at Trump
Sign up for our Daily Email newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest local news throughout Philadelphia. Months before an armed man took aim at Donald Trump at a presidential campaign rally in rural Pennsylvania, some state lawmakers had proposed to outlaw the type of rifle used in the assassination attempt.
A Burlington County town’s long-vacant landmark could become apartments if rooftop antennas don’t derail plans
Dreamers and developers have come and gone for 50 years, but a faded landmark locals call “the Watch Case” building continues to command the heart of Riverside. With its seven-story clock tower and a prominent spot on Pavilion Avenue across from the township’s busy railroad station, the complex in its heyday was the world’s largest manufacturer of metal cases for pocket watches.
'Mind-boggling': Woman shoots baby in leg over $100 drug debt, police say
A Philadelphia woman is accused of shooting a 7-month-old baby in the leg over a "$100 narcotics debt," police said. Dominique Billips, 28, was arrested Friday and formally charged with three counts of aggravated assault, reckless endangerment of a person and other offenses, Lt. Dennis Rosenbaum said Saturday during a news conference.
The Jalen Carter reason Eagles didn't replace Fletcher Cox. Why he's No. 2 most interesting
Here's what the Eagles could have done after Fletcher Cox announced his retirement in March: spent lavishly on a defensive tackle in free agency, such as Christian Wilkins or D.J. Reader. Here's why the Eagles didn't do anything at the position despite Cox's prolific career: Jalen Carter. The Eagles got...
Are the Philadelphia Phillies 2024 World Series favorites? Here's what odds makers say
Coming out of the All-Star break the Philadelphia Phillies aren't just the best team in Major League Baseball, they are the favorites to win the World Series, according to some odds makers. For the first time this season, the Phillies are the odds-on favorite to win the World Series, according...
Chester County family law attorney Julie Potts joins Lamb McErlane
WEST CHESTER — Every good attorney has sets of principles they try to adhere to when taking on a client and before acting in their interest. Julie Potts is no exception. Potts, one of the more respected family law attorneys in Chester County, said she is upfront about her approach to cases when someone seeking a divorce or child custody or division of assets comes to her office to hire her.
A new Pennsylvania law protects homeowners against ‘We Buy Houses’ hustlers
A new Pennsylvania law aimed at protecting homeowners from predatory tactics that can strip them of their housing wealth will expand protections already in place in Philadelphia. The state law will regulate third parties in real estate deals called "wholesalers," who sign agreements of sale with homeowners and then sell...
Chester County driver charged with DUI in Paradise Twp. horse and buggy crash that injured 8
A Chester County man is charged with driving under the influence after he hit a horse and buggy in Paradise Township on Sunday, injuring the eight passengers, including a 5-month-old. James Leo Walkergoutal, 27, of West Chester, is charged with aggravated assault by vehicle while DUI and five related offenses...
Police say they found drugs after stopping over-tinted car on Route 422 in eastern Berks
A Pottstown man is in Berks County Prison following his weekend arraignment on drug-trafficking charges in a May 28 traffic stop on Route 422 by Exeter Township police. Tyquan S. Norwood, 29, was jailed in lieu of $75,000 bail to await a hearing following arraignment Friday night before District Judge Dean R. Patton in Reading Central Court.
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