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The Long Ride Home — Black Cowboys in America
The concept for The Long Ride Home: Black Cowboys in America was born from the ashes of the heroin epidemic in Philadelphia during the early 1980s. I had just come off photographing a yearlong documentary project for the Philadelphia Inquirer with my colleague, the unflappable reporter David Zucchino, covering the story, which I shot in black-and-white film, my preference then and now. Spending time in and out of heroin dens had taken its toll. I told myself the next story I worked on would be something joyful and shot in color.
Steven Kwan’s solo homer, Jhonkensy Noel’s 3-run shot power Guardians past Phillies 4-3
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Steven Kwan hit a go-ahead solo homer in the seventh inning after Jhonkensy Noel tied the score with a three-run shot in the fourth, and the Cleveland Guardians rallied for a 4-3 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday. Kwan’s 11th homer of the season came...
WATCHING THE SKIES | July 29 | A preview of the Perseid meteor shower
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Brad Klein reviews the week’s astronomical highlights with Bethlehem’s ‘Backyard Astronomy Guy,’ Marty McGuire. This week a look forward to a highlight of mid-August, the Perseid meteor shower. One of the best chances to ‘catch a falling star’ is the Perseid meteor...
Carlos Estévez trade: Phillies acquire closer from Angels in exchange for pitching prospects
The Philadelphia Phillies and Los Angeles Angels are finalizing a trade that will send All-Star reliever Carlos Estévez to Philadelphia, teams announced Saturday. Pitching prospects George Klassen and Samuel Aldegheri are headed to the Angels organization in return. Estévez, 31, has 20 saves in 23 chances so far this...
Phillies acquire Carlos Estévez from the Angels, part with two top prospects
The Philadelphia Phillies are not wasting any time getting deals done with three days to go until the July 30 MLB trade deadline. Just a day removed from trading reliever Seranthony Domínguez and outfielder Cristian Pache to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for outfielder Austin Hays, the Phillies have stuck again, acquiring All-Star closer Carlos Estévez from the Los Angeles Angels for a pair of top pitching prospects.
Centurions Motorcycle Club spreads holiday cheer for children at Shriners Children's Hospital
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Hundreds of bikers rode in on Broad Street to spread a bit of Christmas cheer this summer for the Philadelphia Centurion's annual Toy Run for Shriners Children's Hospital."It makes me feel safe, loved and wanted," 14-year-old patient Yair Bonilla Serra said.Countless patients watched as the holiday came early this year with the donation of over 500 toys."Well, we spend a whole year basically preparing for it," Philadelphia Centurion Motorcycle Club President Bill Ciamaichelo said. "We started last year and we'll start again tomorrow for next year."For Bonilla Serra, the yearly event has led to a meaningful friendship with...
Every Philadelphia Eagles starting quarterback ever: Full list
The Philadelphia Eagles entered the football scene in 1933 and since then have been fortunate to have a plethora of talented quarterbacks at their disposal. The biggest names at the quarterback position for the Eagles are Donovan McNabb, Randall Cunningham, Ron Jaworski, Jalen Hurts, and Nick Foles. While the Eagles...
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens now displaying imaginative works of Amir Khadar
Sign up for our Daily Email newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest local news throughout Philadelphia. Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens is recognizable in its own right — a stroll in South Philly can show you its impact — but there’s a new reason to head to the venue this sunny season, and it’s open to the public until Sept. 15.
‘It’s a gift in a way’: John Oates talks about life after Hall & Oates
There’s a song on John Oates’ new album Reunion about a renowned musical duo that stayed together for decades even as their relationship became strained. But the name of the song is not " Daryl Hall & John Oates.”. Instead, it’s called " Sonny Terry & Brownie McGhee.”...
Penn alumnus Dara Alizadeh eliminated from medal competition in 2024 Paris Olympics rowing event
Not all that glitters is gold. Apparently, it may not be silver or bronze, either. 2015 Penn graduate Dara Alizadeh, who was representing Bermuda in the men’s single sculls rowing competition, was eliminated from medal competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics early this morning. Alizadeh finished third out of...
Max The Impaler Confirmed For NWA 76
NWA (the National Wrestling Alliance) announced that Unified World Television and Women’s TV Champion Max The Impaler is set to appear at their NWA 76 event, which will take place on Saturday, August 31 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. There’s no word yet on who Max The Impaler will face, but updates will be provided once it becomes available.
Swann Memorial Fountain turns 100
Philadelphia's Swann Memorial Fountain in Logan Square turns 100 years old this month.Why it matters: The popular fountain is a must-see for tourists and becomes an unofficial (and illegal) swimming hole on sweltering summer days.State of play: The massive fountain on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway was first turned on in 1924.Architect Wilson Eyre, Jr. and sculptor Alexander Stirling Calder designed and built the fountain.Fun facts: The trio of bronze Native American figures lounging at the center of the fountain represent the city's three main waterways surrounded by water bronze frogs and turtles, per the Association for Public Art.The statue of a young girl posing on her side against a swan represents Wissahickon Creek.The woman holding the neck of a swan over her head is the Schuylkill River.The man, a member of the Lenni Lenape or Delaware tribe, with a fish on his head is the Delaware River.By the numbers: The central geyser shoots water 50 feet in the air.🔎 Between the lines: While containing swan sculptures, the fountain gets its namesake from Wilson Cary Swann, founder of the Philadelphia Fountain Society.
Residents dispute police claims of illegal speakeasy in Southwest Philly
FOX 29's Chris O'Connell tours what police called a speakeasy where a 37-year-old man was shot Sunday night. Residents say the area was not an illegal speakeasy, but instead a community gathering spot. Take a look.
New Yankee Jazz Chisholm Jr. hits 2 home runs vs. Phillies, including 1 with Aaron Judge's bat
Jazz Chisholm is enjoying playing for the New York Yankees. Starting at third base and batting sixth in the lineup Monday, the Yankees' newest addition hit two home runs in a 14-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Chisholm hit his first home run as a Yankee...
IBX’s Clinical Care Innovation Program Wins Top Honors from Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
IBX President and CEO Gregory Deavens and Kim Keck, President and CEO of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. Independence Blue Cross was honored recently with the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s Brand Innovation Award. IBX won the award for its Clinical Care Innovation Program, which supports the efforts of hospitals and doctors to develop and test rapid, safe, and structured approaches to improve healthcare.
'It's hard, and we sweat. And then afterwards, it's so satisfying': Week 2 of Musikfest set up underway in Bethlehem amid sticky heat
'It's hard, and we sweat. And then afterwards, it's so satisfying': Week 2 of Musikfest set up underway in Bethlehem amid sticky heat. This year, organizers say nearly 800 volunteers and nearly 350 staffers -- between full-time, part-time and seasonal -- have been working tirelessly to get everything ready on time.
WATCH: Tyrese Maxey keeps it real with Paul George on how to handle the Philadelphia fan base, as well as an inside look at the process of pursuing PG
Much is always made about athletes when they come to Philadelphia and how much they “pander” to the fan base. With that said, after hearing Tyrese Maxey give advice to Paul George on how to deal with this city’s fans, I’m not sure I’ve heard a better breakdown.
Crews tackle fire in Camden junkyard
CAMDEN. NJ - SKYFOX was live over a scene in Camden where a junkyard is on fire. According to reports, the fire occurred on the 1500 block of South 6th Street around 6 p.m. Monday. Smoke can be seen across the river in Philadelphia. No injuries have been reported at...
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