Childhood Cancer Hero: Georgia Moon Anthony
This weekend is the 18th annual Lemon Ball benefitting Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation. One New Jersey family was blindsided with a sudden diagnosis. Jessica Kartalija reports.
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This weekend is the 18th annual Lemon Ball benefitting Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation. One New Jersey family was blindsided with a sudden diagnosis. Jessica Kartalija reports.
This is a special year-end edition of the Pulse that shines a spotlight on heart, hustle and home. Here are some of the stories that represent the heart behind the headlines of 2023.
A group of workers from Sila Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing helped present the foundation with the check.
Raymeer Bacon-El, also known as "Baby Bacon," is an Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation childhood cancer hero. Raymeer was diagnosed at 4 months old with undifferentiated soft tissue sarcoma. His family shares their story and why the foundation is so important to them.
Meet Travis Cook. He was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor at 8 years old but with the help of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, Travis has been able to receive the treatment he needs. Travis now plans to find ways to help kids going through the same struggles he faced throughout his young life.
This week, our region dealt with an EF-1 tornado in West Caln Township, our Alex Scott: A Stand For Hope Telethon raised over $7 million and two Philadelphia-area sisters created a brand to empower girls' basketball.
The "Alex Scott: A Stand For Hope Telethon" continues to provide just that -- hope.
Thanks to our community and partners, a grand total of $7,179,720 was raised -- the most ever in our 17-year history.
Thanks to our community and partners, a grand total of $7,166,351 was raised.
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation stepped in to help Cole Fitzgerald once again after his second cancer diagnosis.
The once undruggable neuroblastoma is now responding to treatments developed by the team at CHOP.
Five Below donated $1.2 million to Alex's Lemonade Stand during our Stand For Hope Telethon.
Today is CBS Philadelphia’s 17th annual Alex Scott: A Stand For Hope Telethon.
Cole Fitzgerald has been fighting his whole life. His family, team of doctors and the community are known as the "Fightin' Fitzgeralds."
Alex's Lemonade Stand is a family organization at its heart. The youngest members of the family are now the ones carrying on Alex's dream.
Laney Henry survived an aggressive form of brain cancer that first showed up just after her 2nd birthday. Now, she's raising money for ALSF.
Kate Bilo has more on how her family is bringing Alex's message to younger generations and helping find a cure for childhood cancer.
Learn more about Alex Scott, her lemonade stands, and the years-long efforts to help children and their families fight cancer.
CBS Philadelphia and Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation have multiple ways you can participate in our telethon on June 21 to help help find a cure for all children with cancer.
A full day of fundraising for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, live from CBS Philadelphia studios from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Four-year-old Leighton McWay, her mother Alexandra and her 16-month-old brother Reese set up a lemonade stand on South Street and South Bambrey Street.
One member of the family, 4-year-old Leighton McWay, was an effective salesperson, customers said.
Clinical trials at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia helped Karina Willis become cancer-free.
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation's Travel for Care Program helps families cover costs to treat cancer.
Willis is already quite the star on her own YouTube channel after beating cancer with help from CHOP.
The 39-year-old woman was struck at the intersection of C and Ruscomb streets in Philadelphia late Sunday.
A harsh drop in temperatures is being delivered to the eastern two thirds of the U.S. thanks to a polar vortex dipping down from the Arctic.
The Supreme Court rejected a bid by former Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis to overturn its landmark decision on same-sex marriage.
More than 100 flights are canceled or delayed at Philadelphia International Airport Monday as the nation enters its fourth day of flight reductions.
On the 250th birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps, WWII veteran Michael Grieco Sr. salutes the Marines who fought beside him more than 80 years ago.
The 39-year-old woman was struck at the intersection of C and Ruscomb streets in Philadelphia late Sunday.
SNAP benefits are in the process of being sent to recipients in Pennsylvania and New Jersey following a judge's order.
SEPTA canceled multiple trips on Regional Rail lines Monday morning amid a railcar shortage due to a federal order.
A harsh drop in temperatures is being delivered to the eastern two thirds of the U.S. thanks to a polar vortex dipping down from the Arctic.
The Supreme Court rejected a bid by former Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis to overturn its landmark decision on same-sex marriage.
More than 100 flights are canceled or delayed at Philadelphia International Airport Monday as the nation enters its fourth day of flight reductions.
On the 250th birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps, WWII veteran Michael Grieco Sr. salutes the Marines who fought beside him more than 80 years ago.
With retail credit card rates averaging more than 30%, here's what to know before signing up for a store card this holiday season.
Warminster Food Bank is one of many food banks in Bucks County, Pennsylvania racing to help families during the pause in SNAP benefits.
For this Philadelphia family, being together for Thanksgiving dinner is a rare gift worth celebrating.
Multiple people are hurt and roads are shut down after separate crashes in Camden, Gloucester and Atlantic counties Sunday night.
A teenage boy was killed and another was wounded in a shooting in Atlantic City on Friday evening, according to police.
A fire at a rowhome in Camden, New Jersey, late Saturday night drew a massive emergency response after two residents and a firefighter were injured.
A massive fire destroyed a South Jersey home early Saturday morning.
A bicyclist was hit by a car and killed Thursday night in Washington Township, Gloucester County, officials said.
Police say Isiah Worthy of Dover stole cash and a state government-owned SUV, which he crashed into two parked cars.
A 12-hour Dungeons & Dragons fundraiser supporting the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia happens live on Twitch this Sunday.
Emmy Reim's family brings donations to the Ronald McDonald House in Delaware after it became a home away from home for them.
Significant progress is being made in the fight against lung cancer, according to a new study from the American Lung Association.
We all love a good deal, but that sale price might not actually be saving you as much as you think.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
Two families met in person for the first time in Philadelphia following a cornea transplant.
Significant progress is being made in the fight against lung cancer, according to a new study from the American Lung Association.
Higher demand, rising health care costs and the expiration of federal premium tax credits are among the reasons behind the increases.
A Pennsylvania man says an experimental treatment is helping him recover from a spinal cord injury.
M. Buono Beef Company is closing after 79 years of providing meat to businesses in the Philadelphia area.
Steve DeFrank, chairman of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, says there's a right way and a wrong way when it comes to data centers.
The beloved Delaware County pizza spot is moving to a new location in Broomall.
The company voluntarily issued the recall on September 23.
The next generation of business owners showed off their passions during the NOMO Foundation's Small Business Expo in West Philadelphia.
SEPTA canceled multiple trips on Regional Rail lines Monday morning amid a railcar shortage due to a federal order.
Multiple people are hurt and roads are shut down after separate crashes in Camden, Gloucester and Atlantic counties Sunday night.
The FAA ordered airlines to cut flights by 10% by next week to reduce pressure on air traffic controllers working without pay.
Philadelphia is shutting down multiple streets for events this weekend.
Travelers are making backup plans as the FAA reduces flights in and out of PHL and other airports.
The Philadelphia Eagles return from their bye week in Week 10 vs. the Green Bay Packers tonight on Monday Night Football. Here's how to watch and more.
Cade Cunningham made two clutch baskets down the stretch and finished with 26 points as the Detroit Pistons defeated the Philadelphia 76ers.
New Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Jaire Alexander is out for Monday night's game vs. the Green Bay Packers and won't travel with the team.
Tyrese Maxey scored 31 points, Joel Embiid added 29 and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Toronto Raptors 130-120.
Former Philadelphia Flyers captain Mel Bridgman has died at the age of 70, the team announced on social media Saturday.
Mark Wahlberg is starring in the upcoming film "Weekend Warriors" produced by Lebron James' SpringHill Company.
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.
Journey will see the lights go down in 60 cities across the U.S. and Canada on their "Final Frontier" tour in 2026.
Meek Mill and friends will perform a one-night-only concert at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Dec. 5, celebrating his Philly roots.
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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.
The 39-year-old woman was struck at the intersection of C and Ruscomb streets late Sunday.
Four days after the FAA announced nationwide flight reductions, travelers at Philadelphia International Airport say they're coming up with backup plans in the event their flights are are canceled or delayed amid the ongoing government shutdown.
Anchor Jim Donovan has your top headlines in the Philadelphia area and Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest weather forecast.
Monday starts in the 50s but don't be fooled, it won't be long until temperatures begin to plummet. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has more on when temperatures will drop.
It can sound tempting to open a store card and then often score some instant discounts in the process. But before you do, consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz is In Your Corner with how it can cost you more than save you if you're not careful.