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Traumatic Brain Injuries, we hear about them all the time with athletes and concussions. They can cause devastating lifelong problems. One Chester County woman, who's had a remarkable recovery, is now working to help others.
One of the main concerns for patients such as Candace Gantt, third from left, is the gap between "rehabilitation," when they are functioning but not at 100 percent, and full recovery.
Powdered alcohol, palcohol, has been approved for sale by the federal government. It's touted as being convenient, but there are plenty of critics. One Senator wants it banned nationally.
The FDA has approved a drug to battle neuroblastoma -- a cancer that most often occurs in younger children.
Anyone who wants to donate can download the free Red Cross Blood Donor app, call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org.
Dakota Williams, left, a fifth grader at Tatem Elementary School, has a cousin with autism and always wanted to do something to help. Then fate took a hand.
"Part of the reason we're doing this in phases is to minimize any gaps in coverage," an administration official says. "We want this to be an orderly and efficient transition."
Apple's announcement brought the potential for a healthier future with innovative technology that's guaranteed to take the world by storm for its practicality and it's privacy risks.
People depend on drugs every day, but what happens when they expire? You may not have to throw them away, which could save you some money.
Turning tragedy and loss into hopeful giving. That's what's behind an upcoming blood drive in honor of two teenagers whose lives were cut short.
The court arguments lasted just over an hour, but the decision could have long-range consequences.
Now, the official cause of death is listed as sudden infant death syndrome, commonly known as SIDS.
The plaintiffs say that means residents of states like New Jersey and Pennsylvania -- which did not establish their own exchanges -- are not entitled to credits.
Today, a ceremony was held at Drexel University's College of Medicine, where two breast cancer research programs are benefitting this year from the refund checkoff program.
Magee Rehabilitation Hospital has been given a three-year grant worth $300,000 to help improve the quality of care and follow ups for outpatients with Spinal Cord Injury.
The teen gatherings at Philadelphia City Hall ended in arrests, and nearly two dozen citations for disorderly conduct were issued.
Pennsylvania could hold the key to which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives after November's midterm elections.
A woman in Lebanon County was scammed out of more than $300,000 in an online romance scheme.
The man accused of terrorizing people while wearing a Chucky-style mask returned to Philly and was arraigned Sunday night.
Jerry Sandusky was scheduled to appear in court remotely for a hearing on a claim that an accuser would recant allegations that Sandusky sexually abused him.
Pennsylvania could hold the key to which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives after November's midterm elections.
The teen gatherings at Philadelphia City Hall ended in arrests, and nearly two dozen citations for disorderly conduct were issued.
A woman in Lebanon County was scammed out of more than $300,000 in an online romance scheme.
The man accused of terrorizing people while wearing a Chucky-style mask returned to Philly and was arraigned Sunday night.
Books about the American Girl doll Addy Walker tell the story of a young girl escaping slavery in 1864 and finding freedom in Philadelphia.
Less than eight months after being sworn in, New Jersey Lt. Governor Dale Caldwell has come under scrutiny.
Families made sure to spend time together and squeeze as much out of summer as they could during Labor Day weekend at the Jersey Shore.
A crash on Black Horse Pike in Monroe Township left a 54-year-old man dead and two others injured early Friday morning, police said.
Police believe a group of dirt bike riders deliberately damaged the field at the Mullica Township Recreational Complex and then drove away.
A South Jersey woman who spent nearly $1,000 on Bruno Mars tickets says she finally got her money back after contacting CBS News Philadelphia for help.
Hannah Kleitz's grave was robbed in 2002 and her remains were found in 2011, but she wasn't reunited with her grave until 2026.
Two men and a woman were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Saturday night, police said.
A shooting in a CAVA parking lot in Dover left an 18-year-old man dead Friday night, police said.
While Friday will not be quite as active as the past few days, the Philadelphia region will still need to watch for some late afternoon and Friday evening storms.
More showers and storms will be possible later this afternoon into this evening and bring back the chance for severe weather.
New York City officials released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks.
A proton therapy treatment being tested at Penn Medicine in Philadelphia could change the future of cancer treatment.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
A Philadelphia police officer taking daraxonrasib for pancreatic cancer says the drug is giving her hope.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
SEPTA is receiving a federal grant worth more than $13 million to replace its aging Silverliner IV Regional Rail fleet.
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Jerry Sandusky was scheduled to appear in court remotely for a hearing on a claim that an accuser would recant allegations that Sandusky sexually abused him.
The Sixers and Flyers on Tuesday dropped renderings showing what their new arena will look like.
Jesús Luzardo struck out 12 and threw a two-hit shutout, leading the Philadelphia Phillies to a 1-0 win over the Atlanta Braves.
Ronald Acuña Jr. hit a tying three-run homer, Austin Riley added a go-ahead RBI triple and the Braves used a late rally to defeat the Phillies 5-4, extending their lead in the NL East to five games.
Cavan Sullivan scored in a third straight match to become the first teenager with a goal contribution in five straight and the Philadelphia Union beat CF Montreal 2-0 to extend their unbeaten streak to eight.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
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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.
Kenny Caldwell was 30 years old and living in Brooklyn Heights, working at Alliance Consulting Group on the 102nd floor of the North Tower when the planes hit the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. Twenty-five years later, his mom is helping keep his and other victims' legacies alive with a mural in West Philadelphia. CBS News Philadelphia's Nikki DeMentri reports.
New York City officials have released thousands of previously unseen documents questioning the air quality at Ground Zero following the 9/11 attacks. CBS News Philadelphia health reporter Stephanie Stahl reports.
The Wildwoods and other Jersey Shore towns are working to draw families back down on weekends with a number of major events during the shoulder season. CBS News Philadelphia's Ryan Hughes reports.
For back-to-back nights, groups of young people swarmed streets and public spaces around City Hall in Philadelphia.
With 56 days to go until the midterm elections, Pennsylvania once again could decide which party controls the U.S. House of Representatives. CBS News Philadelphia's Dan Snyder takes a look at four races that could decide the balance of power.
