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Philadelphia 76ers guard Ben Simmons (25) dunks over Brooklyn Nets forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (24) as Nets center Jarrett Allen (31) and guard Spencer Dinwiddie (8) look on during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018, in New York. (AP Photo/Kathleen Malone-Van Dyke)

Nets keep turnover-prone 76ers winless on the road

By BRIAN MAHONEY - Associated Press

In this Oct. 18, 2018, file photo, a campaign rally is seen from the motorcade, with President Donald Trump aboard, at Minuteman Aviation Hangar in Missoula, Mont. Trump is in the final stretch of a 44-city blitz for the midterm elections, but the America he’s glimpsed from the airport arrivals and his armored limousine is hardly a reflection of the nation as a whole. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster, file)

For some, a vibrant US economy complicates voting decision

By JOSH BOAK - Associated Press

2 shootings in Philadelphia kill 1, leave 3 critical

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Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) and Detroit Pistons center Zaza Pachulia (27) chase a loose ball during the second half on an NBA basketball game, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in Philadelphia. The 76ers won 109-99. (AP Photo/Laurence Kesterson)

Embiid scores 39 points in Philadelphia’s win over Detroit

By AARON BRACY - Associated Press

Philadelphia proposes big solar farm as part of energy plan

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Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) dives to make a save during the second half on an NBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Clippers, Thursday, Nov. 1, 2018, in Philadelphia. The 76ers won 122-113. (AP Photo/Laurence Kesterson)

Embiid leads 76ers past Clippers 122-113

By AARON BRACY - Associated Press

Toronto Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard (2) is fouled by Philadelphia 76ers forward Robert Covington (33) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018 in Toronto. (Nathan Denette/The Canadian Press via AP)

Leonard scores 31 points as Raptors beat 76ers 129-112

By IAN HARRISON - Associated Press

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes looks to throw a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Kansas City, Mo., Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018. (AP Photo/Orlin Wagner)

NFL Today, Week 8

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) skips out of a tackle during the second half of an NFL football game against Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley stadium in London, Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018. (AP Photo/Matt Dunham)

Carson Wentz’s 3 TD passes give Eagles win vs. Jaguars in London

By ZAC BOYER - Associated Press

In this Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018 photo, a guard opens a gate at the deactivated House of Correction in Philadelphia. Philadelphia, which has used previous John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation grants to reduce it's jail population by about 36 percent, will receive $4 million to continue its work. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

MacArthur Foundation awards millions to cut jail populations

By CLAUDIA LAUER - Associated Press

Detroit Pistons forward Blake Griffin (23) shoots as Philadelphia 76ers forward Dario Saric (9) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)

Griffin scores 50 points, Pistons top 76ers 133-132 in OT

By MATT SCHOCH - Associated Press

State investigating mortgage discrimination in Philadelphia

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Detective in spotlight as true crime film ‘Gosnell’ opens

By CARL HESSLER JR. and The (Pottstown) Mercury - Associated Press

Philadelphia 76ers' Joel Embiid (21) celebrates after scoring on a 3-point basket in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Orlando Magic, Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)

Redick caps big game with late 3, 76ers beat Magic 116-115

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FILE - In this Aug. 29, 2018, file photo, U.S. Attorney William McSwain is shown at a news conference in Philadelphia. McSwain sent out grand jury subpoenas last week to Pennsylvania dioceses as part of a federal investigation of clergy abuse in Catholic churches. The investigation, which follows a state grand jury probe, was confirmed by multiple sources who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity. McSwain wouldn't comment. (David Maialetti/The Philadelphia Inquirer via AP, File)

Feds: Child exploitation focus of Pennsylvania church probe

By MARYCLAIRE DALE and ERIC TUCKER - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 24, 2018 file photo, Bill Cosby departs after a sentencing hearing at the Montgomery County Courthouse in Norristown, Pa. Prosecutors in the Cosby case are calling his bid for a new trial or sentencing hearing “meritless.” Cosby wants a do-over in the Pennsylvania sex assault case that ended with him going to prison last month to serve a three- to 10-year sentence. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

Prosecutors: Bill Cosby’s bid for new trial is ‘meritless’

By Maryclaire Dale - Associated Press

FILE - In this Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018, file photo, Carolina Panthers wide receiver Torrey Smith (11) celebrates his touchdown catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Redskins in Landover, Md. Smith was a starter for the Eagles last season. The Panthers face the Eagles on Sunday. (AP Photo/Mark Tenally) ** FILE **

Eagles look to make another statement vs. Panthers

By ROB MAADDI - Associated Press

Columbus Blue Jackets' Cam Atkinson, left, celebrates his goal against the Philadelphia Flyers with teammates Ryan Murray, center, and Artemi Panarin, of Russia, during the second period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

Atkinson scores twice to power Blue Jackets past Flyers 6-3

By MITCH STACY - Associated Press

New Comcast tower to open lobby showcasing unique artworks

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Philadelphia Flyers goalie Calvin Pickard, left, and Radko Gudas, right, celebrate after the Flyers won 6-5 in the shootout of an NHL hockey game against the Florida Panthers, Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2018, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Tom Mihalek)

Weal’s shootout goal lifts Flyers past Panthers 6-5

By AARON BRACY - Associated Press