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Ways To Donate
Text CBSALEX to 44-321
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Venmo- Account: @AlexsLemonadeStandFoundation (include CBS in the What's it for comment section)
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation's Crazy 8 Initiative funds research into the toughest problems in childhood cancers. This year, two major projects could be game-changers.
The 2025 Alex Scott: A Stand for Hope Telethon raised more than $8.4 million for the fight against childhood cancer.
Liz Scott is still in awe of her daughter Alex's legacy. After being diagnosed with neuroblastoma at 4 years old, Alex decided to start a lemonade stand to raise money and help other sick kids – and Alex's Lemonade Stand was born. Today, Liz, a team of volunteers and CBS News Philadelphia are teaming up for the 19th annual Alex Scott: Stand for Hope Telethon to inspire and support kids battling cancer.
After being diagnosed with leukemia after a hospital visit in December 2021, Emily MacGillivray has been fighting for several years. Then her sister Brigid helped organize a dance marathon at Cardinal O'Hara High School to raise money for charities including the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation. They raised over $126,000 and Emily even told her story on stage. Don Bell reports.
A childhood cancer diagnosis can be unpredictable. Ailani Myers, 9, has relapsed seven times in her fight against cancer.
After years of painful cancer treatments, it's now been one year since 5-year-old Arianna has had any cancer medications.
Her parents Megan and David Saenz are overjoyed to see her happiness. It's a sight they did not think they would see when Arden was just 16 months old in 2019.
A child's cancer diagnosis affects the entire family. For the Taunk family, it means they fight the battle together until they win.
In South Jersey, the Adkins family feels lucky their daughter Lily is not only alive but thriving and inspiring.
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Sunday will have plenty of sunshine and light southerly breezes. However, several Pennsylvania counties will be under an air quality alert.
A video from witnesses shows a suspect walking away with a gun still in hand in the aftermath of a shooting after a concert in Center City.
The Phillies are 30-13 when scoring at least two runs in road games.
A busy weekend at the Sports Complex is bringing massive crowds, tight traffic and star-studded entertainment to the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection.
Pat Dugan announced that he will be back in the race running for the Philadelphia district attorney as a Republican in the general election.
Pat Dugan announced that he will be back in the race running for the Philadelphia district attorney as a Republican in the general election.
A Philadelphia man was arrested in connection with a shooting outside the Oxford Valley Mall in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, on June 19.
There will be plenty of sunshine and comfortable conditions as temperatures on Saturday morning start in the upper 50s and low 60s.
Two months after a deadly electric scooter crash claimed the life of 12-year-old Abby Gillon, her family is pushing for a new law they hope will prevent another tragedy.
Philadelphia police are asking for help with finding a man wanted in connection with the Grays Ferry mass shooting that left three dead and nine injured on July 7.
Federal prosecutors in New Jersey say Michael Takacs, of Bucks County, drove to his ex-boss's house with an explosive and then set it off.
Police say a driver was arrested on a football field in West Deptford, New Jersey, after driving onto the field.
A new law in Gloucester Township, New Jersey, means parents and guardians could go to jail or be fined if their child breaks the law.
There will be plenty of sunshine and comfortable conditions as temperatures on Saturday morning start in the upper 50s and low 60s.
For a beautiful weekend to head down the shore, there is a danger in the water and lifeguards have an important warning.
There will be plenty of sunshine and comfortable conditions as temperatures on Saturday morning start in the upper 50s and low 60s.
A Philadelphia man told CBS News Philadelphia that he's sharing his story to warn others about this terrifying situation.
Delaware legalized recreational marijuana in April 2023, and now its first sales will take place more than two years later.
A 13-year-old boy was arrested after trying to steal a Ford Transit van from an elementary school in New Castle, Delaware, on Tuesday.
Weather aside, this weekend is going to be a hot one, Philly! Here's what's happening around the Philadelphia region this weekend.
The scientific community is criticizing Robert F. Kennedy Jr. after he announced he's cutting millions from mRNA vaccine research.
The Upper Darby School District has agreed to purchase Delaware County Memorial Hospital. Here's what it wants to do with it.
Air quality alerts are in effect in the Philadelphia area, fueled by smoke from wildfires that are burning thousands of miles away.
A young patient from Panama got a special trip to see the Phillies, thanks to the kindness of strangers.
The lawsuit claims that restrictions on gender-affirming care through an executive order are unlawful.
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.
Rising beef prices are putting pressure on cheesesteak shops in Philadelphia.
Barring an increase in state funding to address a budget gap, SEPTA is 17 days away from cutting service on more than 100 lines across its system.
A crash in Northampton Township, Pennsylvania, on Tuesday afternoon left one person dead, a spokesperson for the Bucks County District Attorney's Office said.
SEPTA is set to cut service in Philadelphia later this month as Pennsylvania lawmakers debate new funding for public transit.
Starting Monday, part of Market Street in Old City will be closed, and traffic will be detoured as the city begins construction aimed at making the road safer.
Paving work will close Kelly Drive from Aug. 4 through Aug. 29 from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Jen Pawol has made history as the first female umpire to work a regular-season game in the major leagues.
Detroit Lions safety Morice Norris Jr. is in stable condition after suffering a serious injury during Friday night's preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons, the team said.
The victory over Maryland sends Glenmoore to the Little League World Series, marking Pennsylvania's fifth straight trip to the tournament.
Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, and most of the starting lineup for the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles took a night off.
South Philadelphia was buzzing during Thursday's Eagles game, even though it's still the preseason.
A busy weekend at the Sports Complex is bringing massive crowds, tight traffic and star-studded entertainment to the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection.
At JBJ Soul Kitchen, Jon and Dorothea Bongiovi offer a unique pay-it-forward model.
In the lawsuit filed in February 2024, "Mandalorian" actress Gina Carano argued that she was wrongfully terminated and discriminated against following controversial posts made on social media.
Brandon Blackstock battled cancer for more than three years, his family said.
Lady Gaga tops the list of nominees for the 2025 Video Music Awards. Here are all the VMA nominations, and how you can vote for your favorite artists.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
You might think you know your own pet very well, but how much do you know about their species? Did you know that cats are the only mammals that do not taste sweetness? Or that they're also nearsighted, but their peripheral and night vision is far better than humans. Pennsylvania SPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson is enlightening us on this week's Pet Project with some fun feline facts.
A Philadelphia man was arrested in connection with a shooting outside the Oxford Valley Mall in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, on June 19.
Sunday will be gorgeous — plenty of sunshine, light southerly breezes, and highs in the mid to upper 80s. However, several Pennsylvania counties are under an air quality alert as light winds and stagnant air could lead to higher ozone levels.
The fire broke out around 11 p.m. Saturday night at a building near the intersection of Ontario and I streets. Fire officials say that the building features a business on the bottom and apartments above. It's unclear where the victims were when the flames broke out or where the fire first started.
If you're heading to the Philadelphia Sports Complex for the Eagles Open Practice or Chris Brown's Breezy Bowl XX, our Ross DiMattei has some travel advice for you.