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Sixers injury report: Dominick Barlow out, 3 questionable for season opener vs. Knicks

Philadelphia 76ers forward Dominick Barlow (25) dunks the ball against the Charlotte Hornets during the first quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
The Sixers' first injury report lists Dominick Barlow as out and Dean Wade, Anfernee Simons and Adem Bona as questionable for the season opener vs. the Knicks.

Nick Sirianni presser only raises more questions about Hurts

With Jalen Hurts now out for the season, Nick Sirianni met with reporters to answer a myriad of questions. That might have ultimately been a mistake.
Crime

1 dead, 4 injured in Fairhill shooting in North Philadelphia, police say

One man was killed and four others were injured in an early Sunday morning shooting in Philadelphia's Fairhill neighborhood. Police reported no arrests.

School choice advocates call on Shapiro opt into federal tax credit program

School choice advocates are urging Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro to join a federal tax credit program that would fund K-12 scholarships beginning in 2027.
'The Great Gatsby' hits the stage at The Academy of Music from Oct. 20 to Nov. 1.
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Hatboro's Alli Sutton returns home with ‘The Great Gatsby’

Alli Sutton, an Abington native who grew up in Hatboro, is touring with the first national production of 'The Great Gatsby.'

Graveyard Cabaret returns for a spooky Philly night

REV Theatre Company is bringing its reimagined and interactive cabaret to the historic Christ Church Burial Ground for a one-night-only show just in time for the Halloween season.

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Crime

Man fatally shot by police on Benjamin Franklin Parkway identified

A member of the Philadelphia Police Department

Philadelphia police identified William Austin, 60, as the man fatally shot by officers on Benjamin Franklin Parkway and released new details about the confrontation.

More than 600 people rallied virtually to save Philadelphia's Academy of Natural Sciences as advocates push for reopening and explore the museum's future.
Gov. Josh Shapiro announced an $837 million Port of Philadelphia expansion, including $371.5 million in state funding, expected to create more than 6,000 jobs.
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A 23-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash early Thursday morning in Port Richmond, police said.
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PMA Craft Show celebrates 50 years of art, design and handmade finds

The Annual Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show will showcase three days of artistry, design and handmade discoveries.

Philadelphia’s creative scene is about to have a major moment—the Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show is set to bring three days of artistry, design and handmade discoveries to the PA Convention Center.

Where to celebrate Día de los Muertos in Philadelphia this year

Live performances will be center stage at the CultureFest! Día de los Muertos celebration at the Penn Museum.

Looking to celebrate the Day of the Dead in Philly? We’ve got you covered on all things Día de los Muertos in the city.

Philadelphia Film Festival turns 35 with citywide celebration

The Philadelphia Film Festival is set to run Oct. 15 to 25.

The Philadelphia Film Festival celebrates its 35th anniversary Oct. 15-25 with film premieres, special guests, filmmaker Q&As and free screenings across the city.

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Sports

Sixers 2026-27 season preview: Key questions, expectations and predictions

Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James (23) controls the ball against the Boston Celtics during the first quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
The Sixers enter the 2026-27 NBA season with LeBron James and Jaylen Brown. Here's a look at their roster, biggest questions and championship expectations.
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A shorthanded Philadelphia Eagles outfit struggled mightily against the Panthers on Sunday afternoon.
The Flyers were able to notch their first win of the season in a thriller against Ottawa.
The Philadelphia Union rallied from a 2-1 deficit to draw Charlotte FC 2-2, extending their unbeaten streak to 15 games and keeping their MLS playoff push alive.