Connor Barwin calls Philadelphia home in retirement letter

You might not see former Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Connor Barwin on the field anytime soon, after the 33-year-old announced his retirement from the NFL last month, but you might see him around the Philadelphia area.

Embiid, Towns suspended 2 games after brawl

The Sixers' Joel Embiid and Karl-Anthony Towns from the Timberwolves have been suspended for two games after a brawl Wednesday night.

Phillies hire Bryan Price as pitching coach

With Joe Girardi at the helm, the Philadelphia Phillies continued to add experience to their coaching staff on Thursday by hiring of Bryan Price as pitching coach.

Boy battling cancer meets Gritty for his 4th birthday

It was a dream come true for a little boy battling cancer. Jack Callahan met Gritty for his fourth birthday after writing a letter to his favorite mascot.

Embiid, Towns ejected as Sixers rout T'Wolves 117-95

Joel Embiid scored 19 points and got into a brawl with Karl-Anthony Towns that sent both players to the showers early, and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 117-95 Wednesday night for their fourth straight win to begin the season.

Boy battling cancer hopes to meet Gritty for his birthday

Philly is rallying around a 3-year-old boy battling cancer whose birthday wish is to meet his favorite mascot, Gritty. 

Arena Football League's future in doubt, suspends team operations

The Arena Football League’s future is in doubt after Commissioner Randall Boe announced Wednesday that it would shut down team and business operations for all six of its franchises.

World Series Game 7: Astros aim to build legacy while Nationals look to make history

It’s all come down to this: a historic World Series Game 7, where either Washington snags its first Commissioner’s Trophy in the franchise’s history, or Houston’s second championship title sets the stage for a possible dynasty. 

NCAA takes major step: Board approves athlete compensation for image, likeness

The nation's largest governing body for college sports and its member schools now must figure out how to allow athletes to profit - something they have fought against doing for years - while still maintaining rules regarding amateurism.

Crosby, Simon lead Penguins to big win over Flyers

Sidney Crosby and Dominik Simon scored during an early four-goal outburst, and the Pittsburgh Penguins drilled the Philadelphia Flyers 7-1 on Tuesday night.

Philadelphia Eagles rookie class brings Halloween to patients at CHOP

Halloween came early for kids at CHOP and the Philadelphia Eagles made sure they had a party they won't soon forget. The Philadelphia Eagles rookie class dressed up in their favorite Halloween costumes and handed out sweet treats to the patients. 

Embiid scores 36 as 76ers top Hawks 105-103 to stay unbeaten

Joel Embiid scored 36 points, including the winning free throws with 5.3 seconds left, and the Philadelphia 76ers won their third straight game to begin the season with a 105-103 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night.