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A Look Back at the San Francisco Global Forum
Wharton thought leaders and Bay Area experts shared their knowledge and ideas on the Wharton Global Forum stage in San Francisco on June 26 and 27. More than 600 alumni and friends registered to listen and engage with nearly 10 hours of programming about topics including artificial intelligence applications, entrepreneurial journeys, health-care innovations, the identity of San Francisco itself, and more.
Wharton in Focus Series Launches at Full Speed
This fall, the Wharton School launched Wharton in Focus, an event series bringing the best minds in business together in cities all over the globe. Designed to illuminate up-to-the-minute discourse and foster cutting-edge conversations, the events gathered faculty, staff, alumni, and friends on two continents over the course of a month, showcasing recent developments in AI, entrepreneurship, innovation, and more.
A Wharton Legend Wows the Crowd at Impact Tour NYC
Wharton alumni and supporters filled New York City’s Gotham Hall on the evening of February 21. The 1920s-era venue, complete with vintage bronze teller windows and a grandiose stained-glass skylight spanning the entire room, was originally a bank — a fitting setting for finance superstar Jeremy Siegel. The penultimate stop on this year’s Wharton Impact Tour began with hors d’oeuvres and conversations between alumni and friends.
Couple arrested in series of armed robberies in Philadelphia
A man and a woman are behind bars and facing charges for their involvement in a series of armed robberies and a non-fatal shooting that happened across Philadelphia between August and September. District Attorney Larry Krasner announced the arrests in a news conference on Monday with the gun violence task force. Krasner said the couple is tied to at least five robberies across the city.
Search continues for escaped Chester County inmate
by: Jayna Magras, Jay Scott Smith Posted: Sep 4, 2023 / 06:52 AM EDT Updated: Sep 4, 2023 / 06:52 AM EDT An escaped killer is still on the loose. There have been multiple reports of people spotting Danelo Cavalcante around Chester County, Pennsylvania, but officials have not captured him yet. Local and federal authorities have been searching the area, using drones, helicopters and dogs. Police say, Chester County residents should lock their doors and stay vigilant.
Expert advice for back-to-school anxiety
by: Victor Muniz Rosa, Jayna Magras Posted: Sep 1, 2023 / 08:55 AM EDT Updated: Sep 1, 2023 / 08:55 AM EDT Class is in session! While it’s an exciting time of year for some kids, back-to-school time causes anxiety in others. But have no fear, Doctor Jaime Zuckerman is here to help. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox.
Killer escapes from Chester County Prison
by: Jayna Magras, Jay Scott Smith Posted: Sep 1, 2023 / 07:35 AM EDT Updated: Sep 1, 2023 / 07:35 AM EDT Police are searching for 34-year-old Danelo Cavalcante, who they say escaped from Chester County Prison yesterday. Cavalcante had just started a life sentence 10 days ago, for killing his girlfriend in 2021. Prison guards say Cavalcante somehow slipped past them. He was last seen walking on Wawaset Road in Pocopson Township, at around 9:40a.m. on Thursday morning.
Magras at the Market: Next Philly team to win a championship
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Sep 1, 2023 / 06:00 AM EDT Updated: Sep 1, 2023 / 06:00 AM EDT PHL17’s Jayna Magras went to Spataro’s Cheesesteaks at the Reading Terminal Market this week to ask fans which Philly sports team will win the city its next big parade down Broad Street. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox.
Adjusting your pet to back-to-school season
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Morning Extra: Hair Loss Awareness Month
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Morning Extra: Grayscale Crypto 101
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Florida prepares for Tropical Storm Idalia
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Aug 28, 2023 / 06:59 AM EDT Updated: Aug 28, 2023 / 06:59 AM EDT Florida is preparing for Tropical Storm Idalia. Governor Ron DeSantis says he expects the storm to become a hurricane by tomorrow. Emergency officials in Florida say residents should expect power outages and keep their cars’ gas tanks at least half full. Meteorologist Monica Cryan is tracking Idalia. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox.
Double Shooting in Logan
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Magras at the Market: What’s your favorite ballpark food?
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Aug 25, 2023 / 01:24 PM EDT Updated: Aug 25, 2023 / 01:27 PM EDT For this week’s Magras at the Market, PHL17’s Jayna Magras asked fans at the Reading Terminal Market what their favorite ballpark food is. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox.
AAA’s Jana Tidwell Shares Her Checklist for College Students
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Aug 24, 2023 / 11:15 AM EDT Updated: Aug 24, 2023 / 11:20 AM EDT Ahead of the new school year, AAA’s Jana Tidwell shares everything you need to know before heading to campus. She covers insurance, identity theft and car care. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox.
PHL17 Morning Extra: Teacher Tips For Healthy Back To School
by: Darian Kukral, Jayna Magras Posted: Aug 22, 2023 / 10:26 AM EDT Updated: Aug 22, 2023 / 10:26 AM EDT Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. More Stories PHL17.com Video Philadelphia Celebrates 50 years of Hip Hop Can you guess which items are worth $50?
Morning Extra: No-Stress Shopping Guide School Edition
by: Darian Kukral, Jayna Magras Posted: Aug 22, 2023 / 10:18 AM EDT Updated: Aug 22, 2023 / 10:18 AM EDT The new school year is upon us and now is the chance to get ahead of the class. With all the latest trends and must-haves, lifestyle expert, Meaghan Murphy, has done the homework for you. Check it out! Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. More Stories PHL17.com Video Philadelphia Celebrates 50 years of Hip Hop Can you guess which items are worth $50?
Morning extra: Living and coping with Plaque Psoriasis
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Aug 18, 2023 / 11:57 AM EDT Updated: Aug 18, 2023 / 11:58 AM EDT Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects approximately 7.5 million people in the U.S. and about 90% of psoriasis patients have plaque psoriasis. Plaque psoriasis is characterized by distinct, round or oval plaques – which are dry, itchy skin patches, typically covered by silvery white scales. Nearly two million people in the U.S. have cases that are considered moderate to severe.
Morning extra: Dove underarm care
There are all kinds of skincare regimens for our faces, to fight dry skin, and restore moisture to our legs, but some of the most delicate skin on our bodies – UNDER our arms gets neglected. We talked to cosmetic chemist, Ron Robinson, about ways to avoid short-changing often forgotten skin.
Morning Extra: Back to School options at Boscov’s
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Aug 18, 2023 / 11:49 AM EDT Updated: Aug 18, 2023 / 11:49 AM EDT PHL17’s Jayna Magras heads to Boscov’s to check out their Back to School savings. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. More Stories PHL17.com Video Morning Extra: Back to School options at Boscov’s Man Arrested for Stealing Sailboat Docked at Penn’s … PPD Officer Injured in Stolen Vehicle Pursuit The Big Bounce America comes to Philadelphia.
Magras at the Market: Harden vs. Morey
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Aug 18, 2023 / 09:12 AM EDT Updated: Aug 18, 2023 / 09:12 AM EDT James Harden is calling 76ers President Daryl Morey a liar. But who is at fault in the feud? Jayna Magras asked fans at Famous Frank’s A Lot in the Reading Terminal Market to pick a side. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. More Stories PHL17.com Video The Big Bounce America comes to Philadelphia.
Fearless Movement Empowers Kids Through Mental Health Art Camp
by: Jayna Magras, Alyssa Sullivan Posted: Aug 10, 2023 / 11:04 AM EDT Updated: Aug 10, 2023 / 11:04 AM EDT Ashley Kulikowski, founder of Fearless Movement, spent the morning on the PHL17 Patio to tell us about her nonprofit’s 2nd Annual Mental Health Art Camp for Kids. Troy Goodman came along to show us his art work! Fearless Movement empowers local kids by providing them with mental health services and other programs.
Magras at the Market: What Do the Phillies Need Most?
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Magras at the Market: What do fans expect from the Eagles this season?
by: Jessica Yakubovsky, Jayna Magras Posted: Jul 21, 2023 / 11:10 AM EDT Updated: Jul 21, 2023 / 11:13 AM EDT In this week’s Magras at the Market, our Jayna Magras asked Eagles fans what they expect from the birds this season. She spent time at Dienner’s Barbecue Chicken in the Reading Terminal Market! Sports Scene airs every Thursday at 9:30 p.m. only on PHL17. Watch more PHL17 Sports Scene here.
Magras at the Market: Are the Phillies a Playoff Team?
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Magras at the Market: Favorite Phillies Memory
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Jun 9, 2023 / 08:42 AM EDT Updated: Jun 9, 2023 / 08:42 AM EDT In this week’s Magras at the Market, our Jayna Magras reminisced with fans at Hunger Burger in the Reading Terminal Market. They shared their favorite Phillies memories of all time. Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Magras at the Market: Is Nick Nurse a Good Hire?
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Jun 2, 2023 / 11:52 AM EDT Updated: Jun 2, 2023 / 11:52 AM EDT In this week’s Magras at the Market, PHL17’s Jayna Magras spent time at Termini Brothers in the Reading Terminal Market. While enjoying a delicious cannoli, she asked Sixers fans if Nick Nurse is a good hire. Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Magras at the Market: Is Lebron James Retiring?
by: Jayna Magras Posted: May 26, 2023 / 09:38 AM EDT Updated: May 26, 2023 / 09:38 AM EDT After the Denver Nuggets swept the Los Angeles Lakers in the Western Conference Finals, Lebron James told reporters he’s thinking about retirement. But some sports fans at Spataro’s in the Reading Terminal Market simply aren’t buying it. Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved.
Magras at the Market: 76ers Fans React to Doc Rivers Dismissal
by: Jayna Magras Posted: May 19, 2023 / 02:24 PM EDT Updated: May 19, 2023 / 02:24 PM EDT The 76ers fired Head Coach Doc Rivers, just days after the Boston Celtics destroyed the team in game 7. Our Jayna Magras went to Pearl’s Oyster Bar in the Reading Terminal Market to find out how fans feel about the firing. Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Philadelphia Mayoral Race: Cherelle Parker Wins Democratic Primary
PHL17 is your local election headquarters. Cherelle Parker is the winner of Philadelphia’s Democratic mayoral primary. If Parker wins the race to become the city’s 100th mayor, she’ll be the first woman to earn the role. Raised in the northwest section of the city, Parker’s been interested in politics since high school. She served in the Pennsylvania State House for about a decade and took a city council seat in 2015. Parker stepped down from that seat to run for mayor.
First Grill Lighting of the Season with Dienner’s Bar-B-Q Chicken
It’s National Barbecue Day! PHL17 held its first official grill lighting of the season, and Dienner’s Bar-B-Q Chicken from the Reading Terminal Market did the grill-lighting honors. Nikko Iavocchini, manager at Dienner’s, prepared the shop’s famous chicken for our crew on the PHL17 Patio and told us all about the Frequent Chicken Card. Sam Dienner also joined us. His family has owned Dienner’s Bar-B-Q Chicken in the iconic Reading Terminal Market since 1980.
Magras at the Market: What’s the Reason for the Phillies’ Rough Start?
by: Jayna Magras Posted: May 12, 2023 / 12:55 PM EDT Updated: May 12, 2023 / 12:55 PM EDT Our Jayna Magras spent time with Phillies fans at Molly Malloy’s in the Reading Terminal Market. For this week’s Magras at the Market, she asked fans about the Phils’ rough start to the season. Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Magras at the Market: BRYCE IS BACK - What Do Fans Expect?
by: Jayna Magras Posted: May 5, 2023 / 09:52 AM EDT Updated: May 5, 2023 / 09:52 AM EDT BRYCE BRYCE BABY! Only 160 days after his Tommy John surgery, Bryce Harper batted third in the lineup against Los Angeles. In this week’s Magras at the Market, PHL17’s Jayna Magras asked Phillies fans what they expect from Harper in the coming weeks. Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved.
South Jersey Mom Gets Kids & Caregivers Moving with Zumbini
For National Kids Fitness Day, PHL17 got a very special preview of Zumbini with Alyssa Gentes live on air. Alyssa Gentes started her Zumbini business back in 2020, a few months after her daughter Emery was born. Gentes wanted to spread joy to families and teach them the fun activities she had been doing with Emery. She was looking for a way to bring a community of kids and caregivers together, and she has surely succeeded.
Magras at the Market: Will the 76ers Beat Boston?
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Apr 28, 2023 / 09:19 AM EDT Updated: Apr 28, 2023 / 09:19 AM EDT This week on Magras at the Market, PHL17’s Jayna Magras talked to Sixers fans at Miller’s Twist in the Reading Terminal Market. She asked if the team will beat Boston and finally go beyond the second round. Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Magras at the Market: What Should the Birds do with the #10 Draft Pick?
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Apr 21, 2023 / 09:05 AM EDT Updated: Apr 21, 2023 / 09:06 AM EDT This week, PHL17’s Jayna Magras hung out with Eagles fans at Glick’s Rib Shack in the Reading Terminal Market. They discussed the possibilities for the Birds’ 10th overall draft pick. Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Magras at the Market: Phillies Season Predictions
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Mar 31, 2023 / 11:40 AM EDT Updated: Mar 31, 2023 / 11:40 AM EDT In this week’s Magras at the Market, PHL17’s Jayna Magras asked for some Phillies season predictions from fans at Sweet as Fudge in the Reading Terminal Market. Despite Rhys Hoskin’s season-ending injury, Phils fans are feeling positive. Sports Scene airs every Thursday at 9:30 p.m. only on PHL17. Watch more PHL17 Sports Scene and Magras at the Market here.
Morning extra: Helping Veterans and Families in Crisis
Dr. Jill Palmer is chief of behavioral health at Endeavors, the largest provider of supportive services for veteran families in Texas. Endeavors’ wellness model and state-of-the-art Veteran Wellness Center (VWC) in San Antonio, offers a wide range of services to Veterans and their families — fitness, mental health resources, health coaching, case management, drop-in childcare, etc.
Morning extra: Verizon Fios Extra Value Offer
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Mar 27, 2023 / 09:03 AM EDT Updated: Mar 27, 2023 / 09:37 AM EDT This tax season, all that math and stress can be overwhelming, but Verizon’s got some simple solutions to boost savings, value and reliability this fiscal year and beyond. Tech expert Chris Serico from Verizon is here to tell us more. Visit www.verizon.com/fios for more information. Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved.
Magras at the Market: Favorite Philly Team in History
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Mar 24, 2023 / 07:54 AM EDT Updated: Mar 24, 2023 / 07:54 AM EDT For this week’s Magras at the Market, our Jayna Magras spent time with sports fans at the Pennsylvania General Store in the Reading Terminal Market. On Monday night, the 76ers honored the 1983 champions during halftime, on the 40th anniversary of the team’s NBA title. That team is a beloved Philly favorite. What’s your favorite Philly team in history?
Morning Extra: Verizon Fios Extra Value Offer
This tax season, all that math and stress can be overwhelming, but Verizon’s got some simple solutions to boost savings, value and reliability this fiscal year and beyond. Tech expert Andrew Testa from Verizon is here to tell us more. Visit www.verizon.com/fios for more information. Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Morning extra: Effortless beauty and wellness best bets
Lifestyle editor Joann Butler is no stranger to beauty and wellness tips. From effortless beauty hacks and wellness best bets, Joann knows it all. Joann joined us today to talk about EOS, and Neutrogena. Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
South Jersey Alpaca Farm Invites Community to Meet the Herd
Angela and Brian Deery love their alpacas, and they want you to come fall in love with them too. The Deery Family says the alpacas at Morning Glori Farmette in Marlton, New Jersey, have a comforting effect on people. Angela says that while each alpaca has their own personality, they are all calming, curious and great with kids. The family-owned farm hosts all sorts of events, classes, tours and more. You can sign up to meet the Easter Bunny, walk the alpacas or participate in yoga or Zumbini.
Magras at the Market: Who is Your Favorite Philly Athlete of All Time?
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Mar 17, 2023 / 09:04 AM EDT Updated: Mar 17, 2023 / 09:04 AM EDT On this week’s Magras at the Market, PHL17’s Jayna Magras asked sports fans at Kensington Food Company in the Reading Terminal Market to name their favorite Philly athlete of all time. Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Morning Extra: Giving Back With Eli Manning
Posted: Mar 16, 2023 / 06:48 AM EDT Updated: Mar 16, 2023 / 06:48 AM EDT Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Morning Extra: Plant Based Lifestyle
National Nutrition Month is a 50 year old tradition with one goal in mind: to help everyone learn about informed food choices and how to develop healthful eating and physical activity habits. This year’s theme is “Fuel for the Future” and is focused on how our food choices can not only nourish our bodies, but to also better the environment as well. One way to do so is by adopting plant-based foods, which deliver maximum nutritional value and minimal environmental impact.
Morning Extra: National Espresso Martini Day
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Pride Paws Visits K-9 Veterans in South Jersey
Pride Paws employees made stops at several South Jersey police departments in honor of National K-9 Veterans Day. They handed out their homemade dog biscuits, in return for some puppy love. Located on Main Street in Medford, New Jersey, Pride Paws is a nonprofit pet shop that hires adults with developmental disabilities and trains them for future job opportunities. Recently, Pride Paws began a partnership with Central Bark, a groomer in Medford.
Morning Extra: Maximizing your budget while at CVS
by: Jayna Magras Posted: Mar 14, 2023 / 08:42 AM EDT Updated: Mar 14, 2023 / 08:42 AM EDT Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Morning Extra: Verizon Tech can be a savings slam-dunk this March and beyond.
With college basketball tournaments just around the corner, sometimes saving money can feel like madness. But with Verizon’s products and services, savings and value are a slam dunk this March and beyond. Tech expert Chris Serico from Verizon talks with PHL17 Jayna Magras to give us some insight on what to expect. Close Modal Suggest a Correction Suggest a Correction Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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