Autism rate rises to 3% of children in CDC study
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CDC experts were not made available to discuss the findings showing a rise in autism prevalence.
Philadelphia health officials are warning of possible measles exposures at two locations in the region over the last week.
Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Taylor Hospital will remain open for now, but a long-term solution remains unclear.
A Philadelphia-based organization that serves individuals battling addiction and homelessness is in limbo after federal funding was cut.
Some Egg Beaters and Bob Evans egg products have been recalled because they may include a cleaning solution, USDA says.
These motion labs are now in 14 centers across the country, and this center allows doctors to see what's happening inside the body as the patient moves.
Why are a growing number of younger people being diagnosed with colon cancer? That's what a new research project is aiming to answer.
The Bucks County Health Department has identified a measles case in a vaccinated adult who recently traveled to Texas.
Natalie Dormer stars in "Audrey's Children" as Dr. Audrey Evans, a CHOP doctor who co-founded Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Childhood vaccinations have not recovered from the slump that happened after the pandemic, according to new research.
A doctor in one of Philadelphia's busiest emergency departments is innovating new ways to save lives inside and outside of the hospital.
Respiratory therapy students at Gwynedd Mercy University are using liverwurst to perfect their biopsy techniques.
A new survey from the National Sleep Foundation reveals nearly 90% of Americans say sleep apnea is a serious condition.
Attorneys say they are close to a long-term deal to keep the Pennsylvania health system open.
The Superhero Project is helping families have eyes on their babies in the NICU at all times with AngelEye CameraSystem.
There are all kinds of summer camps for kids. One very unique camp focused on emergency services wrapped up in Montgomery County.
A man died after being shot at SEPTA's Broad-Girard Station in North Philadelphia on Friday evening.
With no funding deal reached, deep service cuts to SEPTA bus, train and trolley services in the Philadelphia region are looking more likely.
From the South Philadelphia to Manayunk, Philly has preseason football, concerts and comedy filling the weekend slate.
President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a high-stakes summit in Alaska, but the talks did not yield a ceasefire in Ukraine.
There are all kinds of summer camps for kids. One very unique camp focused on emergency services wrapped up in Montgomery County.
From the South Philadelphia to Manayunk, Philly has preseason football, concerts and comedy filling the weekend slate.
A 12-year-old boy is dead after a fire broke out at a North Philly home on Friday evening, according to Philadelphia police.
The Super Foodtown, located in the Harrowgate Plaza, is a lifeline for many in the neighborhood — the only full-service grocery store for blocks.
Long-distance runner Evie Parts has sued the NCAA and Swarthmore College, claiming they illegally removed her from the track team because she is a transgender athlete.
The Nature Center of Cape May runs a Harbor Safari during the summer, offering families the opportunity to learn about the ecology of our coastal waters.
What once served as a 1940s garage for Model Ts and a gas station has transformed into a vibrant artisan marketplace. Welcome to the West End Garage in Cape May, New Jersey.
Camden will use new federal funding to renovate fire stations and get new fire trucks.
Esiyah Dixon Waheed's family said the 26-year-old was killed by an alleged drunken driver while on a retreat in Missouri.
The Food Bank of South Jersey said it distributed a record 23 million pounds of food in 2024, and it's on track to surpass that number this year.
Former Delaware Gov. Mike Castle has died at 86, politicians say.
Two 18-year-old men were arrested after a police chase that started in Wilmington ended in a crash on I-95 in Chester on Thursday, police said.
A flood watch is in effect for most of the Philadelphia region through early Thursday morning as heat, humidity and storms make a comeback.
The Padua Academy girls' flag football team will get the chance to play at halftime of the Philadelphia Eagles preseason game at Lincoln Financial Field.
There will be plenty of sunshine and comfortable conditions as temperatures on Saturday morning start in the upper 50s and low 60s.
Anyone with a medical concern or need is welcome to the free medical, dental, and vision pop-up health clinic this weekend in Philadelphia.
Low levels of the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease were detected at the county's South Campus in Mohnton, Pennsylvania.
A New Jersey educator is getting a dream vacation, thanks to a foundation created in memory of an avid traveler who died of breast cancer.
The Berks County Conservation District is warning residents after West Nile virus was detected in Shillington and Reading, Pennsylvania.
Instagram rolled out a new Map feature that lets users see their friends' locations in real time. Here's why privacy experts are concerned.
Minor Details, a Philadelphia shop known for its Taylor Swift-related inventory, is entering a new era and expanding to a new location.
In downtown Haddonfield, you can take a culinary trip around the world without ever leaving South Jersey.
The Black Reserve Bookstore on Main Street in Lansdale, Pennsylvania, is a celebration of Black voices, history and resilience.
DuPont and two other companies will pay New Jersey up to $2 billion to settle environmental claims stemming from PFAS, commonly referred to as "forever chemicals."
At Wax N Scent Studio in New Hope, Pennsylvania, guests make their own candles and sweet memories with their loved ones.
With no funding deal reached, deep service cuts to SEPTA bus, train and trolley services in the Philadelphia region are expected to begin Aug. 24.
Video from Chopper 3 showed a blue Dodge Challenger cut in half, and the front of the airport shuttle was severely damaged.
As SEPTA's funding deadline approaches, the Pennsylvania State Senate passed a new plan to fund the transit system, but Democrats oppose it.
Pennsylvania's House of Representatives voted to pass legislation that will provide SEPTA with the funding it needs to avoid the looming "doomsday" service cuts. Here's what comes next.
With just days left to secure state funding to avoid massive SEPTA service cuts and fare increases, Gov. Josh Shapiro said the time to act is now.
Long-distance runner Evie Parts has sued the NCAA and Swarthmore College, claiming they illegally removed her from the track team because she is a transgender athlete.
Jose Tena hit a go-ahead, two-run single in the seventh inning, Paul DeJong homered for the third time in five games and the Nationals rallied past the Phillies.
The team from Upper Uwchlan Township in Chester County, Pennsylvania, will now head to the elimination bracket.
The Philadelphia Phillies will use a six-man rotation when starting pitcher Aaron Nola returns from the injured list, manager Rob Thomson said.
The Sixers will begin the 2025-26 NBA regular season on the road against the Boston Celtics.
From the South Philadelphia to Manayunk, Philly has preseason football, concerts and comedy filling the weekend slate.
Taylor Swift shared several details about her new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," on a special episode of "New Heights," the podcast hosted by her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and his brother, Jason Kelce.
Swift joined "New Heights" alongside Travis Kelce, opening up about their relationship, buying back the master recordings of her first six albums, Easter eggs and her upcoming album.
Known for her role as Dee Thomas on the 1970s sitcom "What's Happening," Danielle Spencer has died at the age of 60.
Nate Bargatze says he adopted a rescue dog from the Pennsylvania SPCA after they visited him during shows at the Wells Fargo Center.
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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.
There are all kinds of summer camps for kids. But one very unique camp wrapped up in Montgomery County. Madeleine Wright reports how the camp focused on emergency services.
In addition to all the unique shopping and delicious restaurants at the Washington Street Mall, this seaside town provides many opportunities for people to get outdoors and appreciate nature. Ryan Hughes shows a cool spot to explore the coastal habitats of the Jersey Shore.
A 12-year-old boy is dead after a fire broke out at a North Philly home on Friday evening, according to Philadelphia police.
Parents and students in the School District of Philadelphia are gearing up for a new school year. However, uncertainty remains over the contract with the teachers' union as educators hold their final preparation event before possibly going on strike.
With no clear timeline for reopening, some shoppers worry about what the closure could mean for their wallets.
