Fans, Brands And Local Celebs Take To Social Media As Nova Wins National Championship
The conversation around #MarchMadness trended on Twitter for most of the night.
The conversation around #MarchMadness trended on Twitter for most of the night.
Villanova claimed its second national championship last night with a 77-74 victory over North Carolina on a buzzer-beating three from Kris Jenkins.
Villanova blasted Oklahoma 95-51, a semifinal record for margin, and North Carolina topped Syracuse 83-66. It sets up what should be—what we hope will be—a competitive final tonight.
Chris discussed yesterday's AMTRAK crash, Villanova's victory in the Final Four Saturday Night, and the latest in the race for President. He talked to Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna on the Monday Morning Matchup about John Kasich's role in the Republican presidential primary at 7:00 and HW Brands from Politico about his piece in Politico, How Trump Has Proved The Founders Right, at 8:20.
Villanova embarrassed Oklahoma, beating them 95-51 in the National Semifinal.
The celebration began when the final buzzer sounded and continued hours later.
The Wildcats could not miss as they ran away in their Final Four match-up with the Sooners.
Villanova set the record for the largest margin of victory in a National Semifinal game.
Throw out the previous game between Oklahoma and Villanova, won by the Sooners, 78-55, on Dec. 7, 2015. It seems like a lifetime ago and it should, considering the way both of these teams have played to reach Saturday's Final Four in Houston.
Nova nation is sweeping the city of Philadelphia. Villanova plays against Oklahoma tonight in the Final Four match-up, and fans across the region are gearing up to watch the Wildcats.
The numbers at NRG Stadium don't lie. That's where the Sooners and Wildcats will play their national semifinal game on Saturday and also where a lot of 3-point shots have just not gone in the basket.
This is the fourth year in a row Plymouth Meeting based Simon's Fund will conduct free youth heart screenings.
Hundreds of Villanova students have left for Houston and the start of Final Four weekend.
Final Four stars rarely shine In the NBA. The NCAA Tournament's last weekend has spawned an NBA star twice in 30 years.
As part of the "Guiding Greatness" series presented by Delta Air Lines, Duke men's basketball head coach Mike Krzyzewski discusses his long tenure at Duke.
It was a rousing sendoff for Villanova's basketball team Wednesday afternoon, as the players and coaches left for their Final Four showdown in Houston.
Villanova coach Jay Wright has become a bit of a style icon. It's all thanks to Gabriele D'Annunzio, a master tailor from Newtown Square.
There a steady line at the registers in the Villanova University Shop on campus.
In the second half on Sunday, Lydon nailed a three off a pick-and-pop when his defender stayed with gunner Trevor Cooney, and swished a very deep three to cut the deficit to 58-55.
Villanova is 33-5 overall and finished 16-2 in the Big East, good for a No. 2 seed in the South Region.
Mayor Jim Kenney says he won't put a black cat in the path of the Wildcats, by discussing any plans for an NCAA victory parade for Villanova.
Villanova fans who want to see the Wildcats play in Houston are shelling out some sizable amounts of cash to get there.
For just two semifinal games on Saturday, April 2nd, the average price is $515.
The Final Four in Houston is set and features three teams that spent time at No. 1 in the rankings this season and…Syracuse, a 10 seed that saved its best basketball for the Big Dance.
A Montgomery County man says he was almost duped by a scam caller threatening his PECO utilities would be shut off. Here's his warning.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former Republican Congressperson Liz Cheney launched a three-state campaign tour in Chester County, Pennsylvania, on Monday.
A city official told CBS News Philadelphia that the "Portal" art installation was damaged as it was put up in Center City's LOVE Park over the weekend.
On today's episode of "The Drew Barrymore Show," I discuss some of our Philadelphia favorites with Drew Barrymore and co-host Ross Mathews.
Harriett's Bookshop owner Jeannine Cook is helping raise money to send 10 YESPhilly Accelerated High School students on a cultural trip to Paris.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former Republican Congressperson Liz Cheney launched a three-state campaign tour in Chester County, Pennsylvania, on Monday.
A Montgomery County man says he was almost duped by a scam caller threatening his PECO utilities would be shut off. Here's his warning.
A city official told CBS News Philadelphia that the "Portal" art installation was damaged as it was put up in Center City's LOVE Park over the weekend.
On today's episode of "The Drew Barrymore Show," I discuss some of our Philadelphia favorites with Drew Barrymore and co-host Ross Mathews.
Harriett's Bookshop owner Jeannine Cook is helping raise money to send 10 YESPhilly Accelerated High School students on a cultural trip to Paris.
A Montgomery County man says he was almost duped by a scam caller threatening his PECO utilities would be shut off. Here's his warning.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former Republican Congressperson Liz Cheney launched a three-state campaign tour in Chester County, Pennsylvania, on Monday.
A city official told CBS News Philadelphia that the "Portal" art installation was damaged as it was put up in Center City's LOVE Park over the weekend.
On today's episode of "The Drew Barrymore Show," I discuss some of our Philadelphia favorites with Drew Barrymore and co-host Ross Mathews.
Harriett's Bookshop owner Jeannine Cook is helping raise money to send 10 YESPhilly Accelerated High School students on a cultural trip to Paris.
A portion of the Old White Horse Pike in Camden County closed Friday until further notice due to infrastructure work.
Fall festivities, coffee festivals and Shane Gillis, oh my! Read about all of those events and more in our latest weekend guide.
A drought watch has been issued for the entire state of New Jersey due to the lack of rainfall and worsening drought conditions. Here's how residents can conserve water.
Dozens of New York and New Jersey schools are impacted by a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria.
Mount Holly neighbors compete in "The Great Halloween Tour of Mt. Holly" in an effort to be named the spookiest house in the neighborhood.
Giving back in the form of teddy bears is the mission of one Delaware grandmother helping her local police department.
Halloween is still a couple weeks away but the gang at Nemours is getting ready early.
Ruben Bautista walked away from the corrections center on Tuesday after failing to return from an approved program pass.
Former Delaware state trooper Dempsey Walters was sentenced on Tuesday for assaulting two teenage boys after one kicked his front door in August 2023.
Information on voter registration, mail-in ballots and early voting in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
Seniors stayed active and embraced the joyful moments of their golden years at the annual Senior Strut at Boathouse Row.
Dozens of New York and New Jersey schools are impacted by a recall of meat and poultry products potentially contaminated with listeria.
Popular weight loss drugs like Ozempic might be able to help with substance abuse, according to new research.
A travel nurse from the Philadelphia area was stationed in Asheville, North Carolina when Hurricane Helene flooded the region.
Halloween is still a couple weeks away but the gang at Nemours is getting ready early.
The Wells Fargo Center is getting retail upgrades, including expanded clothing options for women and children and two new shopping spaces.
New Jersey-based Spirit Halloween is opening 10 new Christmas-themed stores, with the first opening its doors in October.
Volunteers in Havertown launched a grassroots effort to help those affected by collecting donations to send to survivors in North Carolina.
The parent company of Philadelphia's Chart House says construction in the area "cut off visibility and access for our customers."
Delco Original Trading Company in Broomall is seeing an uptick in business as fans stock up on new merch ahead of the Phillies' first playoff game this Saturday.
A fatal three-car collision closed both lanes of the George C. Platt Bridge in southwest Philadelphia early Monday.
A portion of the Old White Horse Pike in Camden County closed Friday until further notice due to infrastructure work.
Streets are closed around Philadelphia for the Philly Bike Ride on Saturday, Oct. 19.
Police reported a seven-vehicle crash and vehicle fire on Route 309 in Fort Washington on Friday morning.
Video from a passenger aboard the train showed smoke coming from a stopped SEPTA Regional Rail train car.
Veteran defensive end Haason Reddick has agreed to an adjusted contract for this season with the Jets.
The Eagles recorded eight sacks and cruised to an easy 28-3 victory over the New York Giants.
Saquon Barkley recorded 176 rushing yards on 17 carries and a touchdown in the Eagles' win over the Giants.
The 3-2 Philadelphia Eagles are looking to get their second win in a row after narrowly beating the Cleveland Browns at home in Week 6.
The Vancouver Canucks beat the Philadelphia Flyers 3-0 Saturday night.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Mary J. Blige, Foreigner, the late Jimmy Buffett and A Tribe Called Quest, among others.
Portals.org confirmed Philadelphia will have a Portal open up next week in Love Park.
The winner of the Best Vegan Cheesesteak in Philly contest will be crowned in an event on Sunday featuring celebrity judges.
Fall festivities, coffee festivals and Shane Gillis, oh my! Read about all of those events and more in our latest weekend guide.
Mount Holly neighbors compete in "The Great Halloween Tour of Mt. Holly" in an effort to be named the spookiest house in the neighborhood.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Police say one of the men was stabbed in the arm, and the other was stabbed in the back.
Vice President Kamala Harris will team up with Liz Cheney for a series of what they're calling moderated conversations across Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Their first stop is Monday in Chester County, Pennsylvania.
Our streak of dry, sunny and warm days will continue the next few days with temperatures climbing into the 80s in the Philadelphia region. However, the increasingly dry conditions have created a moderate drought for most of southeastern Pennsylvania, Delaware and South Jersey. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has your NEXT Weather forecast.
A trip to Paris would be the experience of a lifetime for many people, and Harriett's Bookshop in Fishtown is helping to make that happen for a group of Philadelphia students from YESPhilly Accelerated High School.
Vice President Kamala Harris will appear with former Congresswoman Liz Cheney in Chester County Monday to kick off a series of moderated conversations in a three-battleground-state tour. Former President Donald Trump's campaign is also launching a statewide bus tour Monday, with a stop in Sharon Hill, Delaware County.