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California man convicted of murder in 2018 stabbing death of gay University of Pennsylvania student
SANTA ANA, Calif. — A California man was convicted of murder with a hate crime enhancement Wednesday for the 2018 stabbing death of a gay University of Pennsylvania student. Samuel Woodward, 26, was found guilty of first-degree murder plus the enhancement in the killing of Blaze Bernstein, a gay, Jewish college sophomore who was home visiting his family in Southern California on winter break when he went missing. Authorities scoured the area for him and found his body a week later in a shallow grave at a nearby park.
Bohm becomes first Phillies' 3B to start MLB All-Star Game in over 20 years
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Two seasons ago, Alec Bohm was caught on camera saying, "I [expletive] hate this place." Now, he's the Philadelphia Phillies' first third baseman to start an MLB All-Star game in over two decades.Bohm on Wednesday night was named the National League's starting third baseman for the 2024 All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas. He will become the first Phillies third baseman to start the exhibition game since Hall of Famer Scott Rolen in 2002. The 27-year-old won the fan vote with 70% and beat out San Diego Padres third baseman Manny Machado. Bohm will be joined by several Phillies...
Tyrese Maxey’s ‘sky is the limit’ take on Paul George will fire up 76ers
The Philadelphia 76ers are ready to be up there with the Boston Celtics in the battle to compete for who comes out of the Eastern Conference. They have an experienced head coach in Nick Nurse managing two big names. Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey have become bonafide superstars. In NBA Free Agency, they also added Paul George to the mix which reinforces their talent at the wing position. There are quite literally not many gaps in this team's starting five.
Philadelphia police seek suspect accused of breaking into cars in Northern Liberties
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Philadelphia police are asking for the public's help identifying a suspect they say was involved in at least seven car break-ins in Northern Liberties. Police say the break-ins happened just after 5 a.m. on June 16, and one was caught on camera. Windows were smashed on at least seven vehicles parked on the 200 block of Brown Street, police said. Items were stolen from some of them.Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
Philadelphia police watchdog suspends commissioner
Philadelphia's police watchdog this week suspended commissioner Rosaura Thomas as it investigates allegations of misconduct.Why it matters: The Citizens Police Oversight Commission has been racked by infighting since it formed two years ago, and is in the midst of a leadership transition.Driving the news: The commission didn't detail the allegations but said in a statement that the action was "in the best interest of the Commission and the community we serve."The other side: Thomas tells Axios she believes she's being suspended as retribution for being a "whistleblower" in an investigation into allegations that a citizen leveled at the husband of...
NBA rumors: 76ers, Cavs, Mavericks among multiple teams interested in Marcus Morris
The Philadelphia 76ers have had a big offseason so far and are now looking to fill in the gaps with role players after signing Paul George to a max contract. Among the players that the team is rumored to be interested in, according to Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer, is former 76ers power forward Marcus Morris.
Spike Eskin addresses dad Howard’s Phillies ban after ‘unwanted advance’ controversy
Spike Eskin had the unenviable task of speaking on the radio about a scandal involving his father. Howard Eskin, a longtime sports talk radio host at Audacy’s WIP in Philadelphia, was reportedly barred from Phillies games for the rest of the season after being accused of making an “unwanted advance” toward a female stadium employee of Aramark. Spike, who was previously the program director at WFAN and is now a co-host in afternoon drive at WIP, addressed the scandal at the beginning of his show on Wednesday. Ex-USMNT stars Eric Wynalda, Herculez Gomez feud in ugly Copa America fallout “There is a story...
2 more Phillies voted NL All-Star starters while 4 Phillies snubbed by fans
The final votes have been tallied, and now we know how many Philadelphia Phillies will be starting in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game after Phase 2 voting wrapped up at noon on Wednesday. ESPN just unveiled the winners, and there’s great news — at least for some Phillies players.
Newly discovered letter of Thomas Jefferson shows him struggling to pay household expenses while president
The Raab Collection, a private dealer of important historical documents, has discovered the document and is offering it for sale for $40,000. It is on display at Raab’s Philadelphia gallery through July 9th. PHILADELPHIA, PA.- The Raab Collection today announced that it has discovered, acquired, and is offering for...
'Hard Knocks' episode reveals Giants' original choice to replace Saquon Barkley
The Philadelphia Eagles stuck it to their NFC East rivals the New York Giants by signing their former star running back Saquon Barkley during free agency back in March.And after Tuesday night’s debut episode of “Hard Knocks,” the world now knows the Giants planned on doing the same thing to the Eagles with running back D'Andre Swift.“It’s going to be hard to get him out of Philly,” Giants assistant GM Brandon Brown said, via NBC Sports Chicago. “That’s home for him.”Swift, who was traded to the Eagles during the 2023 NFL Draft, was one of a few running backs the...
Trea Turner makes Mookie Betts biggest All-Star Game starter snub
The Philadelphia Phillies' infield will be well represented in next month's MLB All-Star Game. Bryce Harper, Alec Bohm, and Trea Turner were all officially named starters for the National League on Wednesday night, a fitting culmination of weeks of highly competitive voting. Philadelphia fans (very successfully) hijacked the vote, launching even their worst starters into a tight race to the top.
Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic forms partnership with newly-formed radiology group
Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic announced the launch of a partnership with Mid Atlantic Radiology Consultants, a newly formed radiology practice that offers on-site, academic-level radiology services across the broad spectrum of subspecialty care. Effective now, Mid Atlantic Radiology Consultants serves as the exclusive diagnostic imaging provider across all Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic hospitals and locations, including St. Mary Medical Center.
Bobby Brink Signs Two-Year Deal with Flyers
After a busy NHL Draft that saw him take seven players and complete four trades followed by three signings of players already in the organization on July 1, Philadelphia Flyers general manager Daniel Brière confirmed he hopes there’s more to come this offseason. “At the moment, we’re still...
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