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For Jocelyn Krebs and her son Rhys, the Armellino Center of Excellence for Williams Syndrome at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia has special meaning. Krebs, the center's director, researched the syndrome for years and now advocates for her son, who has Williams syndrome.
A free training program at Jefferson Health is preparing Philadelphia students for jobs in health care and in the Jefferson system.
Hormel Foods Corporation is recalling cans of "Dinty Moore Beef Stew" nationwide due to potential contamination with wood fragments.
Nerivio REN wearable, a noninvasive and drug-free device, is hoping to change the way to treat and prevent migraine headaches.
During a visit to Philadelphia, Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, talked to health reporter Stephanie Stahl about healthy eating and possible changes to the programs he oversees.
Former President Joe Biden was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer after an evaluation found a "small nodule."
Philadelphia's Evoluer House is a nonprofit focused on empowering Black and Brown girls through wellness and education.
Philip Alexander Diaz died during a family vacation on Thanksgiving 2023. Now, his family is sending his ashes to space on a memorial flight.
Plastic surgeons now have a new way to repair patients' noses after removing skin cancer. One patient said it was practically painless and she's happy with how she looks -- and thankful to be cancer-free.
A new device uses a tickle of the tongue to help patients overcome tinnitus.
A growing number of patients are turning to a device called Lenire to treat tinnitus, or ringing in the ears. A Philadelphia-based audiologist explains how it works.
The U.S. is up to 1,001 confirmed measles cases.
Michael Hu battled Stage 4 lung cancer that spread to his liver, bones and brain thanks to breakthroughs in research.
Dr. Johnathan Whetstine is the director of the Cancer Epigenetics Institute at the Fox Chase Cancer Center and has received multiple Lung Cancer Discovery Awards. He and his mother, Jeane Whetstine, will take part in the American Lung Association's 2025 Lung Force Walk at the Philadelphia Zoo on Saturday, May 10 — the cause is personal to them as Jeane has had four different cancers but beat them, thanks to early detection. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Pennsylvanians 21 or older would be allowed to legally purchase and use marijuana under a bill that has passed the state House on Wednesday.
A campaign is underway at Jefferson University to fight the overdose crisis in Philadelphia. Students and faculty are creating little stickers that carry big — and possibly lifesaving — messages.
Mark Sheppard has a new lease on life thanks to a double lung transplant he received in 2020.
The early stages of substance recovery can be difficult. The program acts as a safe bridge between the hospital and helps patients stay sober.
The first Monday in May is known as Melanoma Monday to raise awareness about skin cancer. Health reporter Stephanie Stahl has more information about early detection, signs of skin cancer to look for and more.
People infected with salmonella can often experience fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.
The officer who died responding to a gunman at UPMC Memorial Hospital in February was hit by police fire, a prosecutor said.
Moments before Crozer-Chester Medical Center closed its ER Wednesday, nurses delivered one final baby in a bittersweet moment.
The first patient to receive a new gene therapy at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is now living pain-free for the first time.
Days after a judge approved Prospect Medical Holdings' closure of Crozer Health, Taylor Hospital will close Saturday morning.
Health officials in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, hosted a community meeting Thursday to address concerns about how the shutdown of the Crozer Health system will affect residents. Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Taylor Hospital are closing.
Clouds thicken up during the day on Saturday, and highs will reach near 80 ahead of another round of rain Saturday night.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and killed by a car in West Philadelphia's Overbrook neighborhood on Friday.
Aaron Nola takes a perfect game into the sixth inning, helping the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 3-1 on Friday night.
A driver was arrested and a woman is in critical condition after being hit by a car in Northeast Philadelphia Friday evening.
Former "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Yolanda Hadid's family farm in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, is on the market.
Clouds thicken up during the day on Saturday, and highs will reach near 80 ahead of another round of rain Saturday night.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and killed by a car in West Philadelphia's Overbrook neighborhood on Friday.
Aaron Nola takes a perfect game into the sixth inning, helping the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 3-1 on Friday night.
With Oktoberfest celebrations and fall festivals upon us and Red October right around the corner, you can tell fall is finally hitting in the Philadelphia region.
A driver was arrested and a woman is in critical condition after being hit by a car in Northeast Philadelphia Friday evening.
A 77-year-old woman was struck and killed by a car in West Philadelphia's Overbrook neighborhood on Friday.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after a man was shot at the Neshaminy State Park Marina in Bucks County on Friday afternoon.
A grassroots organization is at odds with the Fairmount Park Conservancy as the two continue to debate over what should happen to about 100 acres of green space at FDR Park.
WXPX in West Philadelphia celebrated its 1,000th Free at Noon concert at World Live Café with legendary Philly band The Hooters.
Renowned Philadelphia chef and restaurant owner Jesse Ito is opening up his second restaurant in the City of Brotherly Love. Check out Dancerobot.
Classes were canceled for a second day at Winslow Township Middle School in Camden County due to extensive water damage to the building.
Business owners in a New Jersey county are being warned to watch out for what police are calling phony movie money.
With Oktoberfest celebrations and fall festivals upon us and Red October right around the corner, you can tell fall is finally hitting in the Philadelphia region.
Three women in the local food industry are being honored this weekend at the annual Heritage Dinner hosted by Les Dames d'Escoffier.
Halloween fans, we've compiled a list of haunted houses and attractions in the Greater Philadelphia area just for you.
A medical robot is helping doctors at Nemours Children's Hospital in Delaware perform spinal surgeries – a first-of-its-kind.
Halloween fans, we've compiled a list of haunted houses and attractions in the Greater Philadelphia area just for you.
The Delaware Ronald McDonald House is providing comfort for this family while their baby deals with a serious illness.
A 36-year-old man was killed in a shooting at a youth football game at Eden Park in Wilmington, Delaware, on Sunday.
A 4-month-old is dead after a driver who was allegedly fleeing from police in Wilmington crashed near I-95 Tuesday morning.
A medical robot is helping doctors at Nemours Children's Hospital in Delaware perform spinal surgeries – a first-of-its-kind.
The Delaware Ronald McDonald House is providing comfort for this family while their baby deals with a serious illness.
Despite little evidence, President Trump linked the use of acetaminophen to autism at a White House briefing on Monday.
Nurses and other health care workers at Paoli Hospital say the service dogs help them decompress from a stressful job.
Investors and community leaders are looking for a health care system to take over the shuttered Taylor Hospital in Delaware County.
Some fans say they've experienced their tickets disappearing from their MLB Ballpark app, and ticketholders have been warned.
Three women in the local food industry are being honored this weekend at the annual Heritage Dinner hosted by Les Dames d'Escoffier.
In the wake of Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant abruptly closing, here are some options customers with unspent gift cards have.
Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant abruptly closed all its locations Thursday, weeks after announcing the closure of 3 locations.
Rising costs and a lack of sponsors are to blame for the beloved Midtown Village Fall Festival not returning in Philadelphia this year.
In an exclusive interview, attorney George Bochetto now plans to file a lawsuit over SEPTA's recent fare increases.
An 81-year-old woman died in a wrong-way crash on Route 1 in Morrisville, Bucks County, on Tuesday, Pennsylvania State Police said.
A tanker truck overturned on Route 1 in Delaware County, causing thousands of gallons of heating oil to spill onto the roadway.
Road closures and detours for the Philadelphia Distance Run begin Sunday at 5 a.m.
Police said the car that initiated the crash in Philadelphia was involved in a carjacking two days ago on Torresdale Avenue.
Aaron Nola takes a perfect game into the sixth inning, helping the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 3-1 on Friday night.
Ahead of the PGA Championship returning in 2026, the Aronimink Golf Club honored 1962 winner Gary Player with "The Gary Player Lounge."
Sixers center Joel Embiid offered no timetable for his return from knee surgery but insists there's a "plan in place" to play.
With Oktoberfest celebrations and fall festivals upon us and Red October right around the corner, you can tell fall is finally hitting in the Philadelphia region.
Some fans say they've experienced their tickets disappearing from their MLB Ballpark app, and ticketholders have been warned.
WXPX in West Philadelphia celebrated its 1,000th Free at Noon concert at World Live Café with legendary Philly band The Hooters.
Renowned Philadelphia chef and restaurant owner Jesse Ito is opening up his second restaurant in the City of Brotherly Love. Check out Dancerobot.
With Oktoberfest celebrations and fall festivals upon us and Red October right around the corner, you can tell fall is finally hitting in the Philadelphia region.
Laufey, AJR and Zara Larsson are probably the biggest names at Philly's 2025 iHeartRadio "Jingle Ball" at Xfinity Mobile Arena.
Three women in the local food industry are being honored this weekend at the annual Heritage Dinner hosted by Les Dames d'Escoffier.
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.
CBS News Philadelphia hosted a welcome reception for the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists' inaugural Emerging Media Diversity Convention. Award-winning CBS News anchor Errol Barnett was the keynote speaker. We appreciate everyone who joined us. To all, keep making a difference for so many. The future is now.
Clouds thicken up during the day on Saturday ahead of another round of rain that will approach Saturday night into Sunday morning. Bill Kelly has the forecast.
A woman is in critical condition after being struck by a hit-and-run driver in Northeast Philadelphia. Police said the crash happened on the 3500 block of Ryan Avenue off Cottman Avenue. The driver was later arrested by police not far from the scene, near Levick and Walker streets.
Police are looking for a driver wanted in a hit-and-run crash that injured a four-year-old boy outside a day care in Southwest Philadelphia.
The University of Pennsylvania has a message for students after a string of assaults near campus in West Philadelphia. Safety concerns are growing, both on and around the campus. all due to a string of random, unprovoked attacks. The school's Division of Public Safety is warning students and faculty to be on the lookout. Josh Sanders reports residents are also concerned.