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News from September 2024

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Philadelphia police grapple with 3,931 unarmed aggravated assaults by Sept. 15

By Philly Leader | Sep 26, 2024

Philadelphia experienced an increase in unarmed aggravated assaults by Sept. 15, compared to the previous year.

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How many violent crimes did Philadelphia police handle in week ending Sept. 22

By Philly Leader | Sep 26, 2024

Philadelphia experienced an increase in violent crimes in the week ending Sept. 22, compared to the previous week.

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Flyers announce ticket sales for 2024 charity casino night

By Philly Leader | Sep 26, 2024

The Flyers and Flyers Charities have announced the sale of tickets for the 2024 Flyers Charities Casino Night, scheduled for Thursday, November 21. The event will take place at the Crystal Tea Room in Center City, offering fans a chance to engage in casino-style games such as blackjack, poker, roulette, and Big Six Wheel alongside the entire Flyers roster. Proceeds from the event will benefit Flyers Charities.

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White expresses concern over dismissal of Krasner impeachment case

By Philly Leader | Sep 26, 2024

In response to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's decision to dismiss the impeachment case against Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner on procedural grounds, Rep. Martina White (R-Philadelphia) expressed her disappointment and concern. The ruling prevents a Senate trial from moving forward, leaving allegations against Krasner unresolved.

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Eagles demonstrate depth with 'next-man-up' approach in win over Saints

By Philly Leader | Sep 26, 2024

The Philadelphia Eagles' recent game against the New Orleans Saints highlighted their team philosophy of considering their locker room as a 70-man team, rather than focusing solely on the 53 active players. This approach ensures that every player is prepared to step in when needed during the course of a demanding 17-game season.

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How to watch Eagles vs Buccaneers this Sunday

By Philly Leader | Sep 26, 2024

The Eagles, holding a 2-1 record, will travel to Tampa Bay to face the Buccaneers, who also have a 2-1 record. The game is scheduled for Sunday at 1 PM and serves as a rematch of last year's Wild Card round.

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Philadelphia Flyers prepare for crucial third season under coach John Tortorella

By Philly Leader | Sep 26, 2024

The Philadelphia Flyers are entering a pivotal year in their rebuilding process, now in its third season. Following last year's improved performance but ultimate disappointment of missing the playoffs on the final night, the team is gearing up for the 2024-25 season under head coach John Tortorella.

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Philadelphia Union partners with local artist for new tee celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

By Philly Leader | Sep 26, 2024

Philadelphia Union has announced a collaboration with local artist Distortedd to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. The artist, whose real name is Anhia Zaira Santana, has designed a special shirt that will be available at the Union Shop on Saturday during Fiesta Hispana.

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Flyers face Islanders at Wells Fargo Center in preseason matchup

By Philly Leader | Sep 26, 2024

The Flyers reach the midpoint of their 2024 exhibition schedule with a game against the New York Islanders at Wells Fargo Center on Thursday evening. The game starts at 7:00 p.m. EDT and will be broadcast on NBCSP.

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Flyers announce roster for preseason game against Islanders

By Philly Leader | Sep 26, 2024

The Philadelphia Flyers will face off against the New York Islanders in a preseason game at the Wells Fargo Center. The match is scheduled to start at 7:00 P.M.

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Flyers announce local broadcast schedule for upcoming NHL season

By Philly Leader | Sep 26, 2024

The Philadelphia Flyers, in collaboration with NBC Sports Philadelphia and Beasley Media Group Philadelphia, have released the local broadcast schedule for the 2024-25 preseason and regular season.

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10,115 thefts by Sept. 15 across Philadelphia

By Philly Leader | Sep 25, 2024

Philadelphia experienced a decrease in thefts by Sept. 15, compared to the previous year.

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Philadelphia faces 69 armed aggravated assaults in week ending Sept. 15

By Philly Leader | Sep 25, 2024

Philadelphia experiences an increase in armed aggravated assaults in the week ending Sept. 15, compared to the previous week.

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274 calls for residential burglaries in Philadelphia in last 4 weeks ending Sept. 15

By Philly Leader | Sep 25, 2024

Philadelphia experienced an increase in residential burglaries over the last four weeks ending Sept. 15, compared to the previous four-week period.

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Eagles and Buccaneers release injury reports ahead of matchup

By Philly Leader | Sep 25, 2024

The Eagles and Buccaneers have released their injury reports ahead of their upcoming game. For the Eagles, wide receiver A.J. Brown (hamstring), tackle Lane Johnson (concussion), and wide receiver DeVonta Smith (concussion) would have missed practice if a full session had been held. Brown has already missed the last two games due to his hamstring injury, while Johnson and Smith sustained concussions in Sunday's victory over New Orleans.

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MLB.com releases starting pitcher power rankings ahead of playoffs

By Philly Leader | Sep 25, 2024

Starting pitchers may not dominate the postseason as they once did, but top performers still significantly impact which teams reach the World Series and ultimately win the championship. Last October, Nathan Eovaldi and Jordan Montgomery were pivotal for the Texas Rangers, starting 11 of their 17 playoff games and leading the team to its first championship in franchise history.

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Phillies secure first-round bye with win over Cubs and Brewers' loss

By Philly Leader | Sep 25, 2024

On Wednesday night, the Philadelphia Phillies secured a first-round bye and home-field advantage in the National League Division Series (NLDS) after defeating the Chicago Cubs 9-6 at Citizens Bank Park. The victory marked their 94th win of the season. The clinching moment came after the Milwaukee Brewers lost to the Pittsburgh Pirates.

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Reed Blankenship rises from humble beginnings to key role with Eagles

By Philly Leader | Sep 25, 2024

Eagles safety Reed Blankenship, who hails from the small town of Lester, Alabama, recently played a pivotal role in the Eagles' victory over the Saints by making a crucial interception. His teammates have dubbed him "the closer," as noted by Dallas Goedert after the game.

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Philadelphia Union II clinch playoff spot with win over New York City FC II

By Philly Leader | Sep 25, 2024

Philadelphia Union II secured a narrow 4-3 victory over New York City FC II at Subaru Park on Monday evening. This win ensures Union II's spot in the 2024 MLS NEXT Pro playoffs, making them the third team to reach the postseason in all three years of MLS NEXT Pro history.

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Phillies focus on clinching top seed while managing player health

By Philly Leader | Sep 25, 2024

The Phillies celebrated on Monday night but were back to work on Tuesday. Manager Rob Thomson reminded the team that they have more to achieve before Sunday's regular-season finale. The goal is to secure one of the top two seeds in the National League, which would provide a first-round bye. Entering Tuesday night's game against the Cubs, the Phillies needed a combination of two wins and/or two Brewers losses to avoid playing in the NL Wild Card Series.