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Jacquelyn Rosen Named Head Coach for 2025 Maccabiah Games
PHILADELPHIA, PA — In a move that brings both nostalgia and excitement, Jacquelyn Rosen has been appointed this week as the Head Coach for the USA Open Tennis Team at the 2025 Maccabiah Games. Rosen, a former Maccabi athlete who competed in the 1997 and 2001 Maccabi Games, brings a wealth of experience and a deep love for Israel to her new role.
Man dead after he was electrocuted, fell 3 stories working in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- An industrial worker is dead after he was electrocuted and fell three stories from a scaffolding structure in Kensington Saturday morning, Philadelphia police said.Police said the man was 30 years old and had been working at a home on the 2200 block of East Cambria Street at the time of the industrial accident. Authorities did not immediately provide the man's name. Investigators said the accident happened at around 8:18 a.m. and medics pronounced the 30-year-old dead at 8:26 a.m.
Plane carrying dozens of passengers collides with tug near gate at PHL, officials say
A plane bound for Kansas City, carrying 65 passengers and four crew members, made contact with a tug tractor near the gate at Philadelphia International Airport on Saturday, according to officials. Officials said the plane—an American Eagle, which is a brand name for the regional branch of American Airlines—flight 4487,...
UPDATE: The Philadelphia Eagles Have a New Front-Runner to Start in the Interior for Week 1
The Philadelphia Eagles, throughout the offseason, have had intense competition for the starting right guard job, the last offensive line position up for grabs. The top two contenders include Tyler Steen and Mekhi Becton. Steen, a third-round pick from last season who didn’t play much as a rookie, and Becton, a former tackle turned guard trying to get a fresh start at a new position and a change of scenery.
Shelter Me: Meet Fable, a sweet pup just looking for love
This week, 6abc's Shelter Me spotlighted ACCT Philly in North Philadelphia. ACCT Philly handles nearly 18,000 animals and is one of the region's largest animal care and control service providers.ACCT Philly's Communications Coordinator Mikayla Allen introduced us to Fable, a sweet pup just looking for love and attention.Fable is a pit bull terrier mix and is believed to be about 4 years old. He was brought to ACCT Philly as a stray.His chill and charming nature makes everyone he meets instantly fall in love with him.He is also not camera shy and even showed us some adorable poses when visiting the station. He modeled for us like a pro.Fable loves exploring and sniffing around. He loves rolling in the grass and is overall a genuinely happy and goofy pup.If you are interested in adopting Fable or any of his shelter friends, please visit ACCTPhilly.org/
Fraternity mourns brother lost in fatal Kelly Drive Uber crash
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- The Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is remembering their brother Steven Moultrie."It was a devastating loss for us. Steven played a big part of our chapter," David Richardson, President of Nu Sigma Chapter said.Police said Moultrie was killed when his Uber driver made an illegal turn and crashed on Kelly Drive in Philadelphia. "Steven marched to the beat of his own drum," Richardson said. "He has so many great memories with everybody that he comes in contact with. Steve was extremely unique."Police said the crash happened around 3:30 Thursday afternoon and an Uber driver in a black Nissan Altima...
ACLU condemns Temple’s stance on discipline for students involved in pro-Palestine protests
The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania, a nonprofit organization that defends constitutional rights of individuals, released a letter to Temple administrators on Aug. 15 admonishing Temple for taking disciplinary action against students for participating in the “Gaza Solidarity” encampment on the University of Pennsylvania’s campus in May.
Weston Wilson becomes 1st Phillies rookie to hit for cycle with double in 8th inning vs. Nationals
PHILADELPHIA — Just in case Weston Wilson needed a reminder on the hit he needed to complete the cycle — Phillies fans chanted “Double! Double!” for his at-bat as a noisy cue — Bryce Harper offered a helpful tip. “Harper was at the top (step)...
Water main break floods Manayunk streets; residents, business owners say its an all-too-common occurrence
Water began flooding all of Carson Street and parts of Cresson and Main streets a little before 2 p.m. Friday. The Water Department hasn’t given a reason for the break.
School District of Philadelphia ‘Ring the Bell’ at Phillies stadium to promote back to school efforts
As the familiar sound of ringing school bells fills the air, it signals one clear message: the start of a new school year is just around the corner. School District of Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington joined several school board members which included President Reginald Streater, and Sarah-Ashley Andrews to welcome students back to school at their Ring the Bell event at Phillies Citizens Bank Park stadium on August 13.
76ers 2024-25 schedule once again confirms the NBA hates The Process
Welcome to the dog days of the NBA offseason. Some of us are still bleary eyed from Team USA's Gold Medal run featuring LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant. We are about five-ish weeks away from training camp and a little over nine weeks away from the start of the regular season.
Philadelphia Police Say Car from Jersey Stole License Plates from City Cop Car
PHILADELPHIA – The Philadelphia Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying three individuals suspected of stealing a license plate from a marked police vehicle early Friday morning. The…
The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts Announces 2024-25 Season Lineup
The Philadelphia Orchestra and Ensemble Arts, the region’s leader for diverse performing arts and cultural events, announces its 2024–25 season. Offering more than 2,000 events every year, the lineup boasts a range of performances, including orchestral music, Broadway shows, jazz, comedy, contemporary dance, ballet, opera, rock, chamber music, and more. This season is the first to include performances in the newly rededicated Marian Anderson Hall.
25-year-old man gunned down at Philadelphia park
Philadelphia police are investigating after a man was gunned down at a park on Friday night.It happened around 7:37 p.m. at the Tacony Creek Park located on the 700 block of East Olney Avenue in the city's Olney section.Police say a 25-year-old man was shot in the chest and torso. He was pronounced dead at an area hospital.Neighbors tell Action News they heard as many five gunshots go off.One woman said that her husband saw the wounded victim run across the street from the park, where he collapsed on the sidewalk in a pool of blood.No weapons were recovered at the scene.Police are still searching for the gunman.Anyone with information is asked to call police at 215-686-TIPS.RELATED: Check the 6abc Neighborhood Safety Tracker
Women's Soccer Downs Drexel In Season Opener, 2-1
Behind a pair of first-half goals, the Saint Joseph's women's soccer team opened its 2024 season with a 2-1 victory over local rival Drexel on Friday evening at Sweeney Field. • St. Joe's rookie Gracie Salais gave the Hawks an early lead as she pounced on a rebound off a header by Nicole Everard to score her first collegiate goal and make it 1-0 at 6:11.
CBS Philly investigates church permits to park in bike lanes
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Saturday marks one month since Dr. Barbara Friedes, a doctor at CHOP, was killed by a drunk driver while riding her bike in the designated bike lane on Spruce Street not far from Rittenhouse Square. In the weeks since her death, CBS News Philadelphia investigative reporter Liz Crawford has been researching the city's laws regarding bike lanes.For years, cyclists in Philadelphia have been pleading for protected bike lanes on Spruce and Pine streets. Currently, the majority of the bike lanes consist of painted lines on pavement, but many cyclists want concrete barriers along the bike lane, something that might have saved Dr....
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