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NBA legend Dikembe Mutombo dies from brain cancer at the age of 58
The NBA hall of famer Dikembe Mutombo has died after losing his battle to brain cancer. Mutombo was widely known for his excellence on the court but his humanitarian efforts across the globe were an even bigger bright spot. Mutombo played parts of two seasons with the 76ers, including a run to the NBA finals. He was also the NBA’s...
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Joel Embiid throws block party, surprises Philly students
Sixers star Joel Embiid surprised kids at a block party that he hosted in Philadelphia on Friday. NBC10’s Aaron Baskerville reports.
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Members of the Gayborhood show up to City Hall to protest 76 Place in Center City
People against the proposed Sixers arena in Center City took their fight to Philadelphia’s City Council on Thursday one day after Mayor Cherelle Parker unveiled the proposal. NBC10’s Frances Wang has more.
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No Arena Gayborhood group joins Chinatown advocates to oppose Center City 76ers arena
NBC10’s Frances Wang reports on the No Arena Gayborhood group joining in the opposition of the plans to build the Philadelphia 76ers’ new arena in Center City.
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‘The best deal for our city.' Mayor Parker details Sixers arena in 3-hour meeting
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker laid out an extremely detailed plan for the Sixers arena in a meeting that lasted for over three hours. Parker claimed it’s the best deal for the city and will work to strengthen the community. NBC10’s Brian Sheehan shares what those details entailed.
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Philly Mayor unveils details of new Sixers' Center City arena agreement
After years of back and forth, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and city officials provided, what she called, a ‘very detailed’ update to the plan to bring an arena for the Philadelphia 76ers to Center City.
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Mayor Parker plans update on Sixers arena plan
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker said she will be giving details of her agreement with the Sixers on Wednesday after she announced her support for the proposed 76place arena. This is not the final step in getting the arena approved, but a significant one. NBC10’s Lauren Mayk shares more.
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Joel Embiid signs reported $193 million extension with 76ers
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid has reportedly signed a three-year, $193 million extension with the team.
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The power to approve the proposed Sixers arena now rests with city council members
While Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker gave her stamp of approval for the Sixers to build their arena in Center City, the deal is far from done. The power to approve the plan is now in the hands of city council members. NBC10’s Miguel Martinez-Valle shares how those on both sides of the proposed project feel and what city council members...
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Sixers in Center City: The Lineup
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker has made her decision to back the Sixers’ plan to build a new arena in Cetner City despite concerns from people in nearby Chinatown. Plus, Katy Zachry shares memories of Philadelphia Police Office Jaime Roman as the city prepares for his funeral. Also, Siobhan McGirl meets some of the student designers with threads on display during...
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Councilmember discusses next steps after Mayor Parker supports proposed Sixers arena
Although Mayor Cherelle Parker has endorsed the proposal for the Sixers to move to Center City, it is up to City Council to make the final decision. NBC10’s Johnny Archer spoke with councilmember Mark Squilla on what comes next in the process.
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‘Our Sixers are staying home': Mayor endorses new arena plans in Chinatown
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker says she wholeheartedly believes the Sixers remaining in the city is the right deal. However, City council still needs to approve the deal to move forward. NBC10’s Aaron Baskerville has more on the mayor’s decision and it’s impact.
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Reaction pours in after Philly mayor announces agreement for new 76ers arena in Center City
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker announced an agreement has been made between the Sixers and the city to keep the team in Philly. The mayor did not outline the exact terms of the agreement but the fight is far from over as the deal still needs to be approved by city council. NBC10’s Frances Wang and Miguel Martinez-Valle has reactions from...
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Philly mayor announces agreement for 76ers arena in Center City
The mayor has announced on social media that an agreement has been reached with the Philadelphia 76ers for an arena in Center City Philadelphia.
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Philly mayor to meet with Chinatown leaders behind closed doors amid fight over new Sixers arena
NBC10’s Siobhan McGirl has a preview of a closed-door meeting between Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker and Chinatown neighborhood leaders set for Wednesday afternoon. At stake is the future of the 76 Place arena proposed for the nearby Market East neighborhood.
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New rendering of proposed Sixers arena in Camden on the waterfront
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority released a rendering showing what the proposed Sixers arena could look like if it were to be on Camden’s waterfront. It would be at the former state prison site north of the Ben Franklin Bridge. State officials say the project would bring open space, new housing, restaurants and offices to Camden, New Jersey.
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Rendering of proposed Sixers arena in Camden shows potential waterfront transformation
A rendering of the what the proposed Sixers arena would look like on Camden’s waterfront was released by a New Jersey agency on Thursday.
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Hundreds packed Convention Center to tell Mayor Parker they don't want a 76ers arena in Chinatown
Hundreds packed the inside of the Convention Center in Philadelphia on Wednesday for a meeting about the proposed 76 Place Arena, and just as many could be seen outside in a long line around the building. If approved the arena would stand on the border of Chinatown and developers say it wouldn’t disrupt the neighborhood. NBC10’s Brian Sheehan has what...
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Members of Save Chinatown Coalition speak out ahead of town hall on proposed 76 Place
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker is holding a town hall to talk to residents and business owners about the proposed 76 Place arena in Chinatown on Wednesday. NBC10′ Brian Sheehan has the latest.
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Mayor Parker invites community to town hall meeting to discuss proposed 76ers arena
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker plans to hold a town hall meeting on Wednesday to hear community members’ thoughts and concerns about the proposed 76ers arena.