Joel Embiid just signed a contract extension that likely makes him a Sixer for life, and he’s wasted no time getting back out in the community and supporting the city’s youth. KYW's Nigel Thompson tells us more. 





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Joel Embiid <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/local-sports/joel-embiid-signs-3-year-contract-extension-with-76ers">just signed a contract extension</a> that likely makes him a Sixer for life, and he’s wasted no time getting back out in the community and supporting the city’s youth. KYW's Nigel Thompson tells us more. 
 
 
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Beer and champagne showers, goggles, fog machines. Yes, when the Phillies win, and they’ve been doing a lot of that in recent years, they certainly know how to throw a party. But the music - that’s what’s become the hallmark of the club’s celebrations. This past week, when the Phillies clinched their first division title in 13 years, was no different. KYW Newsradio’s John McDevitt explores the origins of the team’s “Winners Win” playlist, curated by catcher Garrett Stubbs and a trio of DJ’ing brothers who are diehard Philly sports fans.  

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Beer and champagne showers, goggles, fog machines. Yes, when the Phillies win, and they’ve been doing a lot of that in recent years, they certainly know how to throw a party. But the music - that’s what’s become the hallmark of the club’s celebrations. This past week, when the Phillies clinched their first division title in 13 years, was no different. KYW Newsradio’s John McDevitt explores the origins of the team’s “Winners Win” playlist, curated by catcher Garrett Stubbs and a trio of DJ’ing brothers who are diehard Philly sports fans.  
Listen to<a href="https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-0da71"> The Week In Philly</a> on<a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio"> KYW Newsradio</a> every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm.

The Week in Philly: How three brothers curated the Phillies’ celebration playlist

John Middleton’s mission as Phillies’ controlling owner has been to restore World Series glory to the franchise. His son? He's been in the headlines for all the wrong reasons on account of being a negligent property owner. In a tale tailored for Tinseltown, KYW Newsradio alum and KNX Los Angeles anchor / reporter Karen Adams explains how John Powers Middleton has allegedly allowed not one, but two multi-million dollar Hollywood mansions to slip into disrepair, and become targets for squatters and graffiti taggers.

Listen to The Week In Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm.

John Middleton’s mission as Phillies’ controlling owner has been to restore World Series glory to the franchise. His son? He's been in the headlines for all the wrong reasons on account of being a <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/national/derelict-hollywood-hills-mansion-john-middleton-squatters">negligent property owner</a>. In a tale tailored for Tinseltown, KYW Newsradio alum and KNX Los Angeles anchor / reporter Karen Adams explains how John Powers Middleton has allegedly allowed not one, but two multi-million dollar Hollywood mansions to slip into disrepair, and become targets for squatters and graffiti taggers.
Listen to<a href="https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-0da71"> The Week In Philly</a> on<a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio"> KYW Newsradio</a> every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm.

The Week in Philly: Cleanup duty for son of Phillies' owner

One of the busier, congested traffic stretches in Center City is set to become more pedestrian- and bike-friendly. KYW Newsradio Transportation Reporter Mike DeNardo was on hand for PennDOT's announcement, and explains what’s in store for portions of Vine Street between Eighth and 12th Streets. Plus, he shares details on a neighborhood-changing project in North Philadelphia. 

Listen to The Week In Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm.

One of the busier, congested traffic stretches in Center City is set to become more pedestrian- and bike-friendly. KYW Newsradio Transportation Reporter Mike DeNardo was on hand for PennDOT's <a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio/news/local/penndot-improvements-chinatown-vine-street-more-pedestrian-bike-friendly">announcement</a>, and explains what’s in store for portions of Vine Street between Eighth and 12th Streets. Plus, he shares details on a neighborhood-changing project in North Philadelphia. 
Listen to<a href="https://www.audacy.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-0da71"> The Week In Philly</a> on<a href="https://www.audacy.com/kywnewsradio"> KYW Newsradio</a> every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm.

Mural honoring Joel Embiid unveiled at Nicetown youth center

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