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Philadelphia faces 22 homicides in last 4 weeks ending Aug. 4

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

Philadelphia experienced an increase in homicides over the last four weeks ending Aug. 4, compared to the previous four-week period.

8,347 thefts by Aug. 4 across Philadelphia

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

Philadelphia experienced a decrease in thefts by Aug. 4, compared to the previous year.

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Philly Leader area weekly mass times

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

The following parishes in the Philly Leader coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Philadelphia County home sales in week ending Aug. 3

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

There was one reported residential sale in Philadelphia County in the week ending Aug. 3, according to BlockShopper.com.

Tai Baribo leads Philadelphia Union past CF Montreal into Leagues Cup Round of 16

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

Philadelphia Union is advancing in the Leagues Cup after defeating CF Montreal for the first time this year. Striker Tai Baribo, 26, secured the victory with two goals in Friday night's match, propelling his team to the Round of 16. Following the game, fans, staff, and players gathered at Subaru Park to watch a high-stakes penalty kick shootout between Cincinnati and Santos Laguna on the video board.

Philadelphia Union announces lineup for Leagues Cup clash against CF Montreal

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

Philadelphia Union is set to face CF Montreal in a Leagues Cup Round of 32 match on Friday night. The game will take place at Subaru Park with a scheduled kickoff at 7:30 PM ET. The match will be available for free on Apple TV and can also be followed on 97.5 The Fanatic radio, app, and website.

Philadelphia Union to face FC Cincinnati in Leagues Cup Round of 16

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

Philadelphia Union will travel to Ohio to face FC Cincinnati on Tuesday, August 13, at 7:30 PM in the Round of 16 for the 2024 Leagues Cup.

Phillies consider rotation adjustments and outfield mix amid injury concerns

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

The Phillies will conclude a three-city, 10-game road trip this weekend in Arizona. As they prepare to return home, several key considerations emerge regarding their rotation, outfield configuration, and second base options.

Zack Wheeler delivers strong performance despite Phillies' narrow loss

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

PHOENIX -- Zack Wheeler described his start on Friday night as, in his words, “Not my best.” Despite this self-assessment, Wheeler delivered a strong performance.

Philadelphia Union advances to round of sixteen after defeating CF Montreal

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

Philadelphia Union hosted CF Montréal in the Leagues Cup Round of 32 on Friday night, securing a 2-0 victory. With this win, the Union advance to the Leagues Cup Round of 16 for the second consecutive year.

Baribo's brace secures Union's spot in Leagues Cup Round of 16

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

Tai Baribo scored in stoppage time of both halves to lead Philadelphia Union to a 2-0 victory over CF Montreal in the Leagues Cup Round of 32 on Friday night.

Jim Curtin to address media after Philadelphia Union vs. CF Montreal match

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

Following Philadelphia Union's Leagues Cup Round of 32 contest against CF Montreal on Friday night, Head Coach Jim Curtin will speak with the media from the press conference room inside Subaru Park. The postgame press conference, which will be streamed in its entirety below, will begin shortly before the Union manager starts with his opening statement.

Eagles secure preseason victory over Ravens with last-second field goal

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

BALTIMORE – Head Coach Nick Sirianni walked down the sideline toward Special Teams Coordinator Michael Clay. Sirianni doesn't look at the ball when Jake Elliott attempts field goals. Instead, he looks for the signal from Clay to let him know the result.

How many violent crimes did Philadelphia police handle in week ending Aug. 4

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

Philadelphia experienced a decrease in violent crimes in the week ending Aug. 4, compared to the previous week.

How many calls for retail thefts did Philadelphia police respond to by Aug. 4?

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

Philadelphia experienced an increase in retail thefts by Aug. 4, compared to the previous year.

974 calls for thefts from auto in Philadelphia in last 4 weeks ending July 28

By Philly Leader | Aug 10, 2024

Philadelphia experienced a decrease in thefts from auto over the last four weeks ending July 28, compared to the previous four-week period.

Eagles' equipment staff prepares meticulously behind scenes

By Philly Leader | Aug 9, 2024

Greg Delimitros is doing some game planning, so he pulls out a long, laminated calendar. He isn't calling plays for the Eagles; instead, Delimitros has a locker room (actually, multiple locker rooms) to get ready and a team of players to make sure is fitted properly for equipment.