City Council began hearings on the proposed Sixers arena, while those opposed and for the arena crowd into City Council chambers, making their presence known.

Tuesday was a step in making the proposed Sixers arena a reality as City Council held its first public hearing.

Advocates for and against the proposal to build the new 76ers arena in Center City gathered outside and inside City Hall Tuesday as the first public hearings about the proposal got underway. NBC10's Frances Wang spoke to people on both sides of the issue.

Philadelphia City Council kicked off a series of hearings on the proposed Sixers arena, planned for Market East. Officials made a full-court press while opponents continue to speak out.