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LeBron sparks Sixers comeback as Embiid, Brown close out Cavs, 114-106

Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) during the first quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
LeBron James sparked a 29-point comeback as Joel Embiid and Jaylen Brown helped the Sixers defeat the Cavaliers 114-106 in their home opener.
Philadelphia 76ers

Sixers injury report: Dean Wade OUT against Cavs

Dean Wade has been ruled out for the Sixers' home opener against the Cavaliers. Here's how his absence affects Philadelphia's frontcourt rotation.
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Feds charge alleged cop killer; Bethel calls Krasner's comments ‘unacceptable’

Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel speaks during a news conference announcing federal charges against Eric Lewis, the suspect in the killing of Officer Shane Seiber, Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026.

Eric Lewis faces new federal charges in the killing of Philly Officer Shane Seiber as Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel criticizes DA Larry Krasner's remarks.

West Philadelphia
The Cobbs Creek Foundation is working to restore the historic West Philadelphia golf course into a vibrant public destination for education, recreation, and community engagement.

Comcast partners with Cobbs Creek Foundation to expand youth education, technology programs

Comcast is partnering with Cobbs Creek Foundation to support youth education, technology upgrades and the restoration of a historic West Philadelphia golf course.

Crime

Man killed in West Philadelphia shooting

Kevin Cobbs, 36, was killed in a West Philadelphia shooting Tuesday night, police said. No arrests have been made, and investigators have not identified a motive.
Things to Do
Cider Week officially returns to the city of Brotherly Love this weekend.

Philly Cider Week returns with tastings, food pairings and fall festivities

Philly Cider Week returns Oct. 25–Nov. 1 with cider tastings, food pairings, live music and special events at bars and restaurants throughout Philadelphia.

On Sunday, October 25, Pennsbury Manor in Bucks County will throw open its grounds for Tricks & Treats.
Going Out

Fun things to do in Philly this weekend

Looking for things to do in Philadelphia this weekend? Discover the best events, festivals, family-friendly activities and entertainment happening around Philly.
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Crime

3 injured, 1 critically, in North Philadelphia shooting, police say

Three people were injured in a North Philadelphia shooting Wednesday morning, including a 49-year-old woman who was shot 11 times and remains in critical condition.

Bruce Harmon, right, gets emotional after seeing photographs of his brother, Ronald, who died last year after being tased by Penn Police. Attorney Ben Crump holds up the pictures.
West Philadelphia
Penn faces a wrongful death lawsuit involving campus police Taser use. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump represents the family of Ronald Harmon, who died in 2025.
(From left) Angels in Motion board member Linsey, Casey Cloman, executive director Susan and volunteer Adriana are pictured in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood, where supplies collected by Yardley and Lower Makefield residents help people experiencing homelessness and substance use challenges.
Kensington
Yardley and Lower Makefield residents are helping people experiencing homelessness and substance use challenges in Philadelphia’s Kensington neighborhood by donating coats, blankets and other essentials.
Police Officer Shane Seiber's family, including his wife Lisa, look on as his casket is carried out of the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul following his funeral service Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026.
West Philadelphia
Philadelphia Police Officer Shane Seiber was laid to rest Tuesday as family, friends and fellow officers remembered his devotion to family and public service.
Things to do
Going Out

Cookbooks & Convos serves up two weeks of food events in Philly

Philly’s own Sisterly Love Collective plans to dish up another chapter of its annual Cookbooks & Convos series.

Philly's Cookbooks & Convos returns Oct. 25–Nov. 7 with more than 15 events featuring cookbook authors, chef dinners, tastings and culinary conversations.

Arts

Kids help tell the story in Curio Theatre’s ‘Anansi the Spider’

Next month, Curio Theatre Company will invite young Philadelphians and their families to ‘Anansi the Spider: A Make/Partake Experience.

Curio Theatre Company brings 'Anansi the Spider' to West Philadelphia Nov. 6–22, inviting children ages 3 and up to participate in an interactive production.

Things to Do

Cavanaugh’s River Deck transforms into Haunted Pier for Halloween in Philly

Halloween has taken over Cavanaugh’s River Deck, which has transformed into Philly’s own Haunted Pier for the season.

Cavanaugh’s River Deck brings Haunted Pier back to Philadelphia for Halloween 2026 with spooky cocktails, fall food, themed parties and events through Nov. 1.

Calendar of events
Sports

6 potential hitting coach candidates for the Phillies

Chase Utley takes the field as he prepares to enter the Phillies Wall of Fame.
Just ahead of the announcement that Don Mattingly would return as the full-time manager, the Philadelphia Phillies let go of veteran hitting coach Kevin Long and will conduct a search for his …
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Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley practices during the Philadelphia Eagles public practice at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on August 25, 2026.
Saquon Barkley could be set to make his return at a crucial time for the Eagles.
Oct 21, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Philadelphia Flyers right wing Cole Knuble (54) reacts after a goal against the Buffalo Sabres during the first period at KeyBank Center.
The Flyers have now won three consecutive games and momentum only looks to be building.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) dribbles the ball against the Boston Celtics during the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
What should the Sixers expect from Joel Embiid in 2026-27? Three realistic expectations for the former MVP as he adjusts to a new role alongside LeBron James.

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