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At the CBS Philadelphia studios, the Great Hall was transformed as we had an army of volunteers taking donations and honoring the memory of Alex Scott, the little girl who started it all.
CBS News Philadelphia's 18th annual Alex Scott: A Stand For Hope Telethon raised a record-breaking $7.3 million on Thursday for the fight against childhood cancer.
For most of Cole Fitzgerald's 19 years of life, his family was involved with CBS Philadelphia's annual telethon, which raises money for cancer research and provides essential support for families going through cancer journeys.
At 22, Kaela Cruz is working, competing in sports and living her life. But when she was a child, her family faced a tough battle with childhood cancer.
Kaela Cruz and her family don't take anything for granted after a battle with pediatric cancer. Today, Kaela is thriving as an athlete.
Check out photos from our 18th Annual Alex's: A Stand for Hope Telethon in the fight against childhood cancer.
The Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation "makes a big difference" and helps families dealing with childhood cancer, covering travel costs for relatives back and forth to hospitals and providing other support. Bacon's family joins CBS Philadelphia once again to share the story of how ALSF has helped them.
Coaty and Delaware Blue Coats ambassador, Joe Richmond came to the Alex's Lemonade Stand Telethon with an incentive for people to donate.
Tammie Souza sits down with two cancer survivors that now work with the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation. Both survivors spoke to us about their battle with cancer and the impact that the foundation had on them.
The Phillie Phanatic and former professional baseball star, Milt Thompson joined us at our Alex's Lemonade Stand Telethon. They brought incentives for people to call in and donate including signed merchandise from catcher, J.T. Realmuto and outfielder Kyle Schwarber.
Owen is a typical 3-year-old. But 18 months ago, things were pretty different for this energetic boy.
Owen, an energetic 3-year-old, and his family rely on Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for treatment in a clinical trial, travel support and the SuperSibs program.
Steve Healey knew Dr. Linda Malkas had a background in breast cancer research - but as his daughter Anna battled neuroblastoma, he gave Malkas a check - and a request to shift her focus.
Anna Olivia Healey's father once handed a doctor a check for $25,000 and asked her if she could "do something" about neuroblastoma, the brain cancer that would eventually lead to Anna's passing just two months of shy of her 10th birthday. Years later, Dr. Linda Malkas worked on research and development of AOH1996, a cancer drug undergoing clinical trials which is named after Anna's initials. Jim Donovan reports.
Greta Oberhofer was the first baby in the world to undergo CAR T-cell therapy, a "living therapy" where T-cells are targeted to fight cancer.
The family of a child fighting pediatric cancer was out of options when a doctor proposed a treatment that sounded like it was straight out of a science-fiction movie. CBS News Philadelphia's Jessica Kartalija has more on Greta Oberhofer's story.
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.
It was a gut-wrenching, life-changing diagnosis: neuroblastoma. The family quickly decided with her doctors to start Arden on a path of clinical trials to target her specific and rare mutation of her tumor.
A child's cancer diagnosis affects the entire family. For the Taunk family, it means they fight the battle together until they win.
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.
Lily Adkins, an Alex's Lemonade Stand hero, proves that a cancer diagnosis may be part of who you are, but it's not everything.
Dozens of big-name chefs from around the country came together in Philadelphia on Saturday to make some of their signature dishes, all for charity.
Dozens of big-name chefs from around the country came together in Philadelphia on Saturday to make some of their signature dishes. All for charity. Eva Andersen reports how it helped Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
The community in Lumberton, New Jersey, is wrapping its arms around the family of Michael Stewart, a 6-year-old boy who drowned at a Bordentown summer camp earlier this week.
Gordon homered, Chisholm Jr. hit a go-ahead RBI single in the seventh inning and the Miami Marlins defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 on Saturday.
A 39-year-old man is accused of pulling up to a fight on a Kensington street, firing shots and later shooting a woman inside a home Friday afternoon, Philadelphia police said.
Investigators say two people were shot while trying to run from a party after they heard gunshots in North Philadelphia Saturday morning.
Villanova University officially took over Cabrini University's campus on Friday, planning renovations until Fall 2026.
The community in Lumberton, New Jersey, is wrapping its arms around the family of Michael Stewart, a 6-year-old boy who drowned at a Bordentown summer camp earlier this week.
Potential severe storms could roll through late Saturday night and again Sunday afternoon into the evening.
Gordon homered, Chisholm Jr. hit a go-ahead RBI single in the seventh inning and the Miami Marlins defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 on Saturday.
It's another summer weekend in Philadelphia and the streets are about to be bumping with music lovers, festival goers and sports fans. But the festivities go far beyond the city. Here's a list of events going on this weekend around the Delaware Valley.
A 39-year-old man is accused of pulling up to a fight on a Kensington street, firing shots and later shooting a woman inside a home Friday afternoon, Philadelphia police said.
A 39-year-old man is accused of pulling up to a fight on a Kensington street, firing shots and later shooting a woman inside a home Friday afternoon, Philadelphia police said.
Investigators say two people were shot while trying to run from a party after they heard gunshots in North Philadelphia Saturday morning.
Villanova University officially took over Cabrini University's campus on Friday, planning renovations until Fall 2026.
Court documents say Ashley Stibbins-Parker, 30, opened a bank account funded with CARES Act money meant for the city of Weston, Florida.
Potential severe storms could roll through late Saturday night and again Sunday afternoon into the evening.
The community in Lumberton, New Jersey, is wrapping its arms around the family of Michael Stewart, a 6-year-old boy who drowned at a Bordentown summer camp earlier this week.
Potential severe storms could roll through late Saturday night and again Sunday afternoon into the evening.
If you head into the ocean right now, Bruckner Chase said be aware because the cold water and rough surf could cause some swimmers to panic.
With a 15% fare hike for NJ Transit riders set to go into effect Monday, commuters protested Friday outside the agency's headquarters, saying they've been plagued with service delays and cancellations.
It's another summer weekend in Philadelphia and the streets are about to be bumping with music lovers, festival goers and sports fans. But the festivities go far beyond the city. Here's a list of events going on this weekend around the Delaware Valley.
Potential severe storms could roll through late Saturday night and again Sunday afternoon into the evening.
It's another summer weekend in Philadelphia and the streets are about to be bumping with music lovers, festival goers and sports fans. But the festivities go far beyond the city. Here's a list of events going on this weekend around the Delaware Valley.
Be sure to spend a ton of time outside today as the dew point is low and the temperature is just right for early summer.
Part of I-95 northbound in Delaware was blocked Thursday after a crash involving two tractor-trailers.
Get ready for a brighter, calmer end to the weather week in the Philadelphia region, with humidity dropping to pleasant levels.
Here is a preview of Jefferson Health's new outpatient facility, the Honickman Center, made in Philadelphia with hopes of making a doctor's trip less stressful.
Cones, chocolate bars and gummies sold nationwide found to contain toxic levels of chemical found in some mushrooms.
A behind-the-scenes look at a special camp called Variety for children and young adults with disabilities is underway in Montgomery County. The camp is all about fun and learning.
"We can serve payers very effectively from the footprint that remains," CEO Tim Wentworth says of the coming Walgreens closures.
Jen Dunlea, 22, is in a desperate fight for her life. She needs a lung transplant but has been rejected by most hospitals.
Gov. Phil Murphy and officials from Amtrak and NJ Transit announced a new plan Thursday to fix the agencies' problems.
Beating the heat with a South Philly staple: John's Water Ice has been serving a combination of fruit, sugar and frozen water in Italian ice since 1945 with a labor of flavor.
Pennsylvania's highest court will decide whether the cash-paying electronic game terminals that are commonplace in convenience stores, bars and elsewhere are unlicensed gambling machines.
You don't need to identify as LGBTQ+ or vegetarian to dig into the deliciousness at LesbiVeggies in Audubon.
Cake Life Bake Shop shared its mission for Pride Month to continue creating a welcoming space for all on Frankford Avenue as a woman and trans-immigrant owned business.
Route 422 eastbound was blocked near the Trooper Road exit around Oaks and Audubon, Pennsylvania, after a fatal tractor-trailer crash Friday.
A section of I-95 southbound was closed for several hours in Philadelphia after a tractor-trailer jackknifed and caught fire.
Part of I-95 northbound in Delaware was blocked Thursday after a crash involving two tractor-trailers.
PennDOT was forced to apologize to Philadelphia after a sign from Cottman Avenue to southbound I-95 had an embarrassing typo: "Cenrtal."
SEPTA Transit Police will begin issuing court-backed tickets in July for low-level crimes like alcohol consumption, public urination, smoking, littering and other offenses, the transportation service announced on Thursday.
Gordon homered, Chisholm Jr. hit a go-ahead RBI single in the seventh inning and the Miami Marlins defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2 on Saturday.
Orlando Cepeda, the slugging Hall of Fame first baseman and Giants great nicknamed "Baby Bull," has died at 86.
There was a sell-out crowd of about 44,000 at the Citizens Park Bank on Friday as Philly fans watched one of our teams try to hold it down without an injured star. From Joel Embiid to Jalen Hurts, we've seen this movie before.
Sánchez pitched a shutout, Bryson Stott drove in both runs and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Miami Marlins 2-0 in the first contest without Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber in the lineup.
The Philadelphia Flyers selected center Jett Luchanko with the 13th overall pick in the 2024 NHL draft Friday night. Luchanko played for the Guelph Storm of the Ontario Hockey League.
Martin Mull came to national fame with a recurring role on the Norman Lear-created satirical soap opera "Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman," and the starring role in its spinoff, "Fernwood 2 Night."
The zoo, which is typically open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, wrote on Facebook Friday morning that they would have to close down for water main maintenance.
It's another summer weekend in Philadelphia and the streets are about to be bumping with music lovers, festival goers and sports fans. But the festivities go far beyond the city. Here's a list of events going on this weekend around the Delaware Valley.
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Bam Margera will spend six months on probation after pleading guilty to disorderly conduct Wednesday over an altercation at his home in Chester County.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
After applying to 13 colleges and being rejected by his dream school, Dexter Resa proves that with grit and heart, you can accomplish things beyond your wildest dreams and make history while doing it.
Meet 13-year-old Daphne Todas, a real-life karate kid from Mount Bethel, Pennsylvania, helping change the face of power sports like martial arts.
Because of the heat and storms, we have issued a NEXT Weather Alert tonight through Sunday night to help you prepare and plan. Saturday will be a seasonable summer day with highs in the upper 80s and a noticeable increase in humidity. Tammie Souza reports.
Leaders say there won't be any negative impacts on Pennsylvanians if a budget agreement is not reached. But there is no timetable.
The Avenue of the Arts block party included three stages of entertainment and things to do both outdoors and indoors!
The Philadelphia Zoo, the oldest in the United States, is back to normal hours on its anniversary weekend after closing early due to a water main break. Plus a vigil will be held for Michael Stewart, a 6-year-old boy who drowned on his first day of summer camp in South Jersey. Jan Carabeo has your latest morning headlines plus more on the NEXT Weather Alert in effect for the Philadelphia area from Meteorologist Tammie Souza.
Welcome to the weekend! Hope you had a chance to get outside Friday because weather conditions will begin to dramatically shift Saturday. Tammie Souza reports and explains why Sunday is a NEXT Weather Alert Day around the Philadelphia region.