CBS3's Ukee Washington Rings The Bell Before Sixers' First Home Game With Fans Since Pandemic Began
Sixers fans were back at Wells Fargo Center on Sunday for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic began.
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Sixers fans were back at Wells Fargo Center on Sunday for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic began.
Three thousand fans will be allowed inside Wells Fargo Center Sunday separated by at least six feet in the stands.
Morey is here after 14 seasons running the Houston Rockets to make the Sixers feel like they're part of something they've largely missed out on since 1983 — the championship conversation.
The injury happened Friday night during the Sixers 127-101 win over the Washington Wizards.
Embiid landed awkwardly on his left leg, his knee joint appearing to bend slightly forward. He laid on the floor for several minutes, and a stretcher was briefly brought onto the court, but the center eventually limped off under his own power.
Embiid and Simmons both traveled to Atlanta for Sunday's All-Star game, only to learn the night before they were flagged for contact tracing.
What Embiid has done through the All-Star break has made him the betting +200 MVP favorite.
Sunday will be just four days shy of an entire year since Wells Fargo Center last welcomed fans.
Philadelphia 76ers teammates Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons were ruled out of Sunday's NBA All-Star Game after being flagged by coronavirus contact tracing, a development that prompted some players to question again why the exhibition was being played during a pandemic.
Embiid announced Saturday he will be donating his winnings from Sunday's NBA All-Star Game to Philadelphia homeless shelters.
It is painted on the side of "Garage" bar in Philadelphia's Fishtown neighborhood.
Joel Embiid had 40 points and 19 rebounds and hit a tying 3-pointer late in regulation.
Philadelphia Health Commissioner Dr. Thomas Farley announced Tuesday that the city is changing its events restrictions to match Pennsylvania's new limits for indoor and outdoor events.
Here is what you need to know before heading out to each stadium.
Shake Milton scored 26 points, Furkan Korkmaz had 19 and the reserves sparked the Philadelphia 76ers to 130-114 win over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night.
A Delaware County man who has more than 1,500 jerseys shares some of his favorites ahead of the Eagles' home opener.
Mendy and Dan Orlando said they really only fight during football season. That's because Mendy is an Eagles fan and Dan is a Cowboys fan.
For Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders, game day is more about entertaining tens of thousands of fans. It's about community.
Super Bowl champion and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will be featured on the newest cereal box of Wheaties.
The Eagles reportedly tried to trade for EDGE rusher Micah Parsons, but Dallas didn't want to move him within the division.
Are augmented reality T-shirts the way of the future? Art History 101 is banking on Eagles fans loving their AR shirt featuring Landon Dickerson.
"Eagles Shirley" Ann Dash has a new book out to help women understand football basics and fan etiquette.
Bucks County native James LeGette never planned on becoming a cheerleader. What began as a dare in middle school landed him on the NFL sidelines.
The Eagles and Cowboys begin the NFL season tonight in a Week 1 NFC East clash. Here are five storylines to watch.
The Eagles face the Cowboys in the NFL season opener tonight. Here's how to watch and everything else you need to know.
A Delaware County man who has more than 1,500 jerseys shares some of his favorites ahead of the Eagles' home opener.
Mendy and Dan Orlando said they really only fight during football season. That's because Mendy is an Eagles fan and Dan is a Cowboys fan.
Rescue crews are in the water along the Cape May, New Jersey beach in search of a missing swimmer who got in the water Thursday morning.
For Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders, game day is more about entertaining tens of thousands of fans. It's about community.
A Delaware County man who has more than 1,500 jerseys shares some of his favorites ahead of the Eagles' home opener.
Are augmented reality T-shirts the way of the future? Art History 101 is banking on Eagles fans loving their AR shirt featuring Landon Dickerson.
The Eagles and Cowboys begin the NFL season tonight in a Week 1 NFC East clash. Here are five storylines to watch.
On Wednesday, the Bensalem Rescue Squad announced a second medic unit will be stationed there full-time.
Most people celebrate turning 100 with cake. Pearl Atwood played nine holes of golf.
Rescue crews are in the water along the Cape May, New Jersey beach in search of a missing swimmer who got in the water Thursday morning.
A 74-year-old woman and two other people were injured when she accidentally crashed into a Tesla dealership in Lawrenceville Township, police said.
As summer winds down, people at the Jersey Shore said they couldn't ask for a better Labor Day weekend.
One person died and another was injured in a crash on Route 206 in Burlington County, New Jersey, on Monday night, police say.
Newark Airport faced more ground stops Monday, as NYC's three major airports reported dozens of delays for the Labor Day travel rush.
Mendy and Dan Orlando said they really only fight during football season. That's because Mendy is an Eagles fan and Dan is a Cowboys fan.
A 17-year-old was killed and three other people were injured in separate shootings in Wilmington on Labor Day, police said.
Fifth grader Trey Harrison, who was critically injured in a car crash five months ago, is finally heading home from the hospital.
Former employees at Currie Hair, Skin & Nails are demanding answers and unpaid wages following the sudden closure of the salon chain.
For thousands of students and parents in the Philadelphia region, Monday was a day of big smiles and bigger memories.
The first human case of West Nile virus in Delaware County for 2025 has been identified, the county's health department announced on Tuesday.
A Philadelphia group is collecting plants to bring to CHOP patients.
New Jersey government agencies are urging precautions against the mosquito-borne illness after multiple positive cases in humans.
Millions of strangers are wrapped up in Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement. The question is why? Here's the psychology of parasocial relationships.
Cancer survivors, doctors and advocates are calling on Congress to protect cancer research funding from cuts by President Trump.
Philadelphia boutiques and clothing shops are going all in for the Eagles as the 2025 NFL season starts vs. the Cowboys on Thursday.
A free grocery store in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood is once again bustling with customers after a nearby fire forced it to close weeks ago.
Former employees at Currie Hair, Skin & Nails are demanding answers and unpaid wages following the sudden closure of the salon chain.
Businesses along the boardwalk in Ocean City are hoping for nice weather and lots of foot traffic this Labor Day weekend.
The Lansdowne Theater, a historic landmark, is making a grand return for its next act for the first time in almost four decades.
Multiple people were hurt in a crash at Broad and Wallace streets Wednesday afternoon in Philadelphia, officials said.
SEPTA is looking for outside funding to bring back express trains for Thursday's Eagles game and reduce crowding.
One person died and another was injured in a crash on Route 206 in Burlington County, New Jersey, on Monday night, police say.
SEPTA apologized and said any rider who was charged $2.90 instead of $2.50 will receive a refund of 40 cents as soon as possible.
A judge granted a temporary injunction, preventing SEPTA from enacting further planned cuts to the transit system, including Regional Rail cuts and fare hikes set to take effect next week.
A Delaware County man who has more than 1,500 jerseys shares some of his favorites ahead of the Eagles' home opener.
Mendy and Dan Orlando said they really only fight during football season. That's because Mendy is an Eagles fan and Dan is a Cowboys fan.
For Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders, game day is more about entertaining tens of thousands of fans. It's about community.
Super Bowl champion and Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will be featured on the newest cereal box of Wheaties.
The Eagles reportedly tried to trade for EDGE rusher Micah Parsons, but Dallas didn't want to move him within the division.
"Saquon," a feature-length documentary five years in the making produced by Martin Scorsese, will premiere on Oct. 9, 2025.
Major Twitch and YouTube streamer IShowSpeed visited Philadelphia as part of his "Speed Does America" tour.
Hayden Richard, a Chester-based painter, began a bold piece long before the Eagles lifted the Lombardi Trophy — envisioning a massive bald eagle bringing the championship home.
Whether you're about to throw something on the grill for a BBQ or simply enjoy the long holiday weekend, here's a list of things to do in the Philadelphia region.
Pop star Sabrina Carpenter spoke exclusively to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about her new album, "Man's Best Friend," her songwriting process and more.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
The Philadelphia Eagles will raise the Super Bowl LIX banner tonight before opening the NFL season against the Dallas Cowboys. These fans can't wait for banner night.
A swimmer went in the water in Cape May, New Jersey on Thursday and has not been found, officials say.
After cutting the sports express service on the Broad Street Line due to a lack of state funding, SEPTA is bringing the service back for Thursday's Philadelphia Eagles season opener after receiving funding from FanDuel. Brandon Goldner reports.
It's Birds Day, and everybody is rocking their Eagles green. Chandler Lutz shows us what fans are wearing.
Over 24 hours before the 8:20 p.m. kickoff, some of the most extreme tailgaters were arriving at Lincoln Financial Field to tailgate. Wakisha Bailey checks in with fans who were there hours before the lots opened at 1 p.m.
