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Dawson Nailor was at an event for new students at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine when he saw a woman who looked familiar. Ellie Koerner did know him, in fact, because they were both patients being treated for acute lymphoblastic leukemia at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, when they were both 4 years old. CBS News' David Begnaud reports.
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.
Learn more about Alex Scott, her lemonade stands, and the years-long efforts to help children and their families fight cancer.
ALSF's Crazy 8 Initiative is funding a research project examining newborn screening for a genetic predisposition to cancer.
CBS News Philadelphia's 19th annual Alex Scott: A Stand For Hope Telethon raised more than $8.4 million Wednesday for the fight against childhood cancer.
Ailani Myers, 9, has relapsed seven times in her fight against cancer. She's been cancer-free since January, and Alex's Lemonade Stand is helping her recover.
With its SuperSibs program, Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation not only helps children with cancer but also their families.
Twenty-five years ago, Alex Scott, the namesake of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, held her first lemonade stand.
Chefs from across the country gathered in South Philadelphia to support the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation for childhood cancer.
Dozens of renowned chefs will gather in Philadelphia for the Great Chefs Event benefiting the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
Adelaide's journey began when she was 6 years old. What seemed like simple growing pains escalated into a diagnosis of acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
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The Eagles will begin their quest for a second-straight Super Bowl vs. the San Francisco 49ers in the wild card round of the NFL playoffs.
Frank Cairone, the Brewers' No. 26 prospect and a South Jersey native, was injured in a serious crash Saturday night, the team announced.
Temporary airspace restrictions left a CBS News photojournalist and his wife stranded in Puerto Rico.
The Mass in Philadelphia was celebrated entirely in Spanish and focused on prayer, reflection and solidarity amid ongoing uncertainty in Venezuela.
The Eagles ended the regular season with a loss to the Commanders, ruining their chances of earning the No. 2 seed in the playoffs.
The Mass in Philadelphia was celebrated entirely in Spanish and focused on prayer, reflection and solidarity amid ongoing uncertainty in Venezuela.
The Philadelphia Police Department is investigating after racist and antisemitic graffiti was found on the outside of Roxborough High School.
Venezuelans in Philadelphia unite in prayer following the capture of President Nicolás Maduro.
Owen Tippett and Nick Seeler each had a goal and an assist to lead the Flyers to a 5-2 win over the Oilers.
Temporary airspace restrictions left a CBS News photojournalist and his wife stranded in Puerto Rico.
Frank Cairone, the Brewers' No. 26 prospect and a South Jersey native, was injured in a serious crash Saturday night, the team announced.
Flames erupted at an abandoned building in Camden Saturday night.
Lawmakers who represent the Philadelphia area gave their opinions on the U.S.' military operation in Venezuela on Saturday.
A man was charged after trying to stab a firefighter with a screwdriver while being rescued from the water on New Year's Eve in Atlantic City.
Daily aspirin use is only recommended for certain high risk patients and no longer considered a safe way to prevent heart disease.
Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook will be laid to rest on Monday, nearly two weeks after he was shot and killed inside the Wilmington DMV.
Lawmakers who represent the Philadelphia area gave their opinions on the U.S.' military operation in Venezuela on Saturday.
Nearly 1,000 people gathered Monday night in Hockessin to honor Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook, who was killed in the line of duty.
A 40-year-old woman from Dallas, Texas was struck and killed in a hit-and-run in Wilmington, Delaware, Sunday night, state police said.
New Jersey is one of nearly two dozen states set to increase its minimum wage in 2026, and the only state in the Delaware Valley that will see a hike.
Daily aspirin use is only recommended for certain high risk patients and no longer considered a safe way to prevent heart disease.
Millions of Americans are starting the year 2026 with higher health care premiums.
New Jersey state health officials are warning of potential measles exposures at Newark Liberty International Airport before Christmas.
Thousands of Pennsylvanians are dropping their health insurance as premiums are set to double on Jan. 1, 2026.
Hearing technology helps deaf and hard-of-hearing students perform at the annual holiday show in Overbrook.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
The snow and wintry weather is causing travel disruptions on one of the busiest travel days at PHL.
The annual Philadelphia Mummers Parade will take over Broad Street starting at 9 a.m. on New Year's Day.
The holiday travel rush is ramping up on the roads and in the skies around the Philadelphia region.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike's eastbound lanes have reopened following a multi-vehicle crash between Bensalem and Willow Grove.
SEPTA's largest workers' union voted to ratify its new contract with the Philadelphia-based transit agency Wednesday night.
Frank Cairone, the Brewers' No. 26 prospect and a South Jersey native, was injured in a serious crash Saturday night, the team announced.
The Eagles will begin their quest for a second-straight Super Bowl vs. the San Francisco 49ers in the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs.
The Eagles ended the regular season with a loss to the Commanders, ruining their chances of earning the No. 2 seed in the playoffs.
The Philadelphia Eagles will wrap up their regular season at home Sunday against the Washington Commanders, with Tanner McKee getting the start at quarterback.
The Philadelphia 76ers beat the New York Knicks 130-119 on Saturday night for their third straight victory.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Feeding America's CEO said the organization is "incredibly grateful" for Taylor Swift's large donation.
The singer said an MRI showed a cancerous spot on one of his lungs after he recovered from a lengthy bout of bronchitis.
Albert Brooks said he's still in shock over the death of his friend Rob Reiner, whom he met at 14 years old.
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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.
Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni spoke to the media after Sunday's loss to the Washington Commanders and addressed his decision to rest some of the team's starters.
Philadelphia Eagles backup quarterback Tanner McKee spoke to the media after Sunday's loss to the Washington Commanders.
The crash happened just before 2 a.m. in Southwest Philly.
Members of the Venezuelan community in Philadelphia gathered Sunday for a prayer service held at the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Logan Square.
The Philadelphia area can expect a cold Monday morning before things warm up later this week. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the NEXT Weather forecast.