World record attempt for ‘most roars’ at CCP mascot reveal, replacing symbol of colonialism
Teams at Community College of Philadelphia will now be repped by a lion instead of "Colonial Phil."
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Kent State apologizes to Temple for booting field hockey team to set off football fireworks
The Kent State director of athletics said the school should've allowed the game to conclude.
10 things to know about Kyle Tanguay, the Eagles’ first male cheerleader in 35 years
He's a New Hampshire native and UArts dance major, and yes, he's taken.
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Best Philly breweries to watch the Eagles
15 spots to catch the game if you love local beer.
The Malcolm Jenkins controversy and why the NFL still doesn’t have a policy on kneeling
Some fans say they love players' commitment to social justice. Others want them to stick to sports.
Bryce Harper gave his son a name that’s rarer than his millions
"Krew" is most common in Utah, a Mormon stronghold.
‘Do something now’: Philly soccer player uses field mic to send gun violence message to Congress
Ale Bedoya gave voice to the sentiment many are feeling after this weekend's back-to-back mass shootings.
Why the FDR Park golf course is going away forever
Instead of tees, fairways and greens, there'll be fields, basketball courts and trails.
It’s basically Mike Scott day in Philadelphia
The Sixers star will footrace a fan, sign jerseys in Center City, and eat his first cheesesteak.
2 Philly murals celebrate U.S. Women’s World Cup win
Julie Ertz and Carli Lloyd are now part of the city's streetscape.
Where to buy lucky bamboo, the Phillies’ new good luck charm
In Chinatown, the plant's juju is well known.
Wentz charity softball game raises $500k, hints at ‘golden era’ for Philly sports
Jason Kelce in a crop top. What more could fans ask for?
The ‘deeply disturbing’ Odúbel Herrera incident: What you need to know
MLB is investigating the Phillies center fielder's arrest for alleged domestic violence.
13 more years of the Linc! How the Eagles stadium got its name, and where the money goes
The naming rights sponsorship model originated in the 1970s with the Patriots (ugh).
Ponchos, umbrellas and duct-taped sneakers: Scenes from 2019’s rainy Broad Street Run
Congrats to everyone who braved wet weather for Philly's famous 10-miler.
Urban cowboys! Local booze! Philly’s most interesting Derby party in Fairmount Park
Woodford Mansion celebrates the Run for the Roses.
Why the MLB All-Star Game in Philly was announced 7 years early
There's the semiquincentennial celebration — but also a sad, personal reason.
A brief guide to the surprisingly long list of Philly’s pro sports teams
There's plenty of underdogs who deserve local love.