CBS News Philadelphia's Alex Scott: A Stand for Hope Telethon raises more than $7.2 million
CBS News Philadelphia's 20th annual Alex Scott: A Stand For Hope Telethon raised more than $7.2 million for the fight against childhood cancer Wednesday.
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CBS News Philadelphia's 20th annual Alex Scott: A Stand For Hope Telethon raised more than $7.2 million for the fight against childhood cancer Wednesday.
CBS News Philadelphia's 20th annual Alex Scott: A Stand For Hope Telethon raised more than $7.2 million for the fight against childhood cancer Wednesday.
Over the course of 19 previous telethons, the CBS Philadelphia Telethon has raised more than $70 million.
Aidan Marcus and his family found support in an unexpected place during their cancer journey — their local Aldi.
Joshua Sassaman’s cancer journey inspired him to go to medical school. He’s currently going to Rowan.
For Morgan Moten, Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation has been "amazing" throughout her cancer diagnosis.
For one local girl, the support from her family, friends, community and Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation let her know she is not alone.
For Aidan, it was a long road to recovery, but as he and his mom found out, a little kindness can go a long way when you're in the fight of your life. Here's Aidan's story.
More than 20 years ago, Alex Scott had a dream: to hold lemonade stands to raise money so her doctors could find cures for all kids with cancer. This is Alex's story.
Every year for the past 20 years, Philadelphia's sports teams, the Phillies included, have helped us raise a lot of money in the fight to end childhood cancer. In 2026, it's no different. Also, the Phillie Phanatic was there, and he ... mostly behaved.
Edie Gilger is a pediatric cancer survivor who, thanks to research that made it out of the laboratory and into a clinical trial, is now a healthy 17-year-old. During our Alex Scott: A Stand for Hope Telethon, Edie and her mother Emily reunited with Dr. Yael Mosse and Dr. John Maris, who treated Alex and later saved Edie's life. "We realize that we wouldn't be here today if it wasn't for what they are doing as well as Dr. Mosse and Dr. Maris
Josie Selke was diagnosed with a rare pediatric leukemia at just 5 months old. But thanks to a grant from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, today she's in remission.
Josie Selke was just 5-months-old when she was diagnosed with a rare pediatric leukemia. After years of treatment and a grant from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation that helped Josie receive treatment closer to home, the now 2-year-old is officially in remission.
It's the 20th annual Alex Scott: A Stand for Hope Telethon, and just as always her mother Liz Scott is in our studios with volunteers ready to accept your donations to the fight to end to childhood cancer. Wakisha Bailey asks Liz what Alex would think of the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation's massive fundraising efforts the past 20 years.
The Garibaldi family has raised $860,000 for Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation in honor of their daughter, Lucy.
Emily and Pete Garibaldi have raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation in honor of their daughter Lucy, who died after a battle with leukemia.
The Isaacs family is embracing a life after a long, difficult journey with childhood leukemia.
Emilia is in remission after a long journey treating childhood leukemia. The Isaacs family says they couldn't have gotten here without community support, especially from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation. Kate Bilo shares their story.
Alex Scott's wish was that her lemonade stands could help raise money to find cancer treatments and cures, and that's what's happening.
Alex Scott's wish was that she could hold lemonade stands to raise money so that doctors could help kids like her, and that is what's happening. CBS News Philadelphia's Natasha Brown has the story.
Despite her third battle with cancer, 9-year-old Morgan is still smiling and staying positive through it all.
Janelle Burrell introduces us to cancer hero Morgan as CBS News Philadelphia prepares to host our 20th Alex Scott: A Stand for Hope Telethon.
The Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation played a big role in helping a mother and daughter beat childhood cancer.
A clinical trial in Philadelphia helped a mother and daughter overcome neuroblastoma.
Alex Kemp and Amanda Shulman are using their celebrity and cooking skills to give back as part of the lineup at the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation Great Chefs Event.
The Philadelphia 76ers will introduce Jaylen Brown today in a press conference at the team's facility in Camden, New Jersey.
An Aldan police officer shot and killed a man on Thursday, according to the borough's mayor.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is taking her first major step onto the national stage, endorsing 13 Democrats — as the moderate signals she may jump into the debate over her party's future.
Thursday through the weekend in the Philadelphia region will feature daily chances for scattered showers and thunderstorms.
Kyle Schwarber spent time honoring veterans before the Phillies' game Wednesday and gave them a private tour of Citizens Bank Park.
The Philadelphia 76ers will introduce Jaylen Brown today in a press conference at the team's facility in Camden, New Jersey.
An Aldan police officer shot and killed a man on Thursday, according to the borough's mayor.
An incredible story of luck, bravery and medical expertise after a Glassboro dad gets impaled with a tree branch.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill is taking her first major step onto the national stage, endorsing 13 Democrats — as the moderate signals she may jump into the debate over her party's future.
Thursday through the weekend in the Philadelphia region will feature daily chances for scattered showers and thunderstorms.
An Aldan police officer shot and killed a man on Thursday, according to the borough's mayor.
Members of the LGBTQ+ community are demanding answers after the Philadelphia Police Department's response to Pride celebrations in the Gayborhood sparked backlash.
Police in Prospect Park are looking for a man they say assaulted a girl inside a Dollar Tree store.
Pappou's Pizza Pub on Baltimore Pike in Delaware County is closing after more than 40 years in business.
Vito Maglio, 69, was found dead in the Schuylkill River in 2015, months after he was reported missing.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill says the best cheesesteaks are in Camden — not Philadelphia.
An incredible story of luck, bravery and medical expertise after a Glassboro dad gets impaled with a tree branch.
Neighbors are pushing back on a plan to turn the former Freeway Golf Course into a housing development.
Protesters gathered at the gates of Delaney Hall immigration detention center in Newark, New Jersey, Monday following the death of an ICE detainee.
A driver is in custody on suspicion of driving while intoxicated after police say he crashed into the Ridgewood Senior Living homes.
William Simpler Jr. is charged with fatally shooting Jason Paoletti in a road rage shooting in Delaware.
Electronic speed cameras are now in place along a busy residential road in Delaware.
Two crews from the Delaware Forest Service traveled to assist fire crews in Minnesota working to contain wildfires sparked by lightning.
A 13-year-old boy accused of assaulting two people with fireworks earlier this month in Wilmington faces attempted murder charges, police say.
The Wilmington Blue Rocks officially has a new owner, and with it comes new hope for the future of the ballpark.
An incredible story of luck, bravery and medical expertise after a Glassboro dad gets impaled with a tree branch.
Temple University alum Dr. David Hartman was the first blind person to graduate from an American medical school.
Measles cases have spread to the Lehigh Valley in Pennsylvania, as a big jump in outbreaks is happening in other parts of the state.
The Chick Mission, a nonprofit, rolled into Montgomery County on Monday. It aims to save fertility for young women who have cancer by providing grants.
Two Michigan residents who had "significant underlying health conditions" have died after contracting cyclosporiasis, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said.
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
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
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.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia 76ers will introduce Jaylen Brown today in a press conference at the team's facility in Camden, New Jersey.
Kyle Schwarber spent time honoring veterans before the Phillies' game Wednesday and gave them a private tour of Citizens Bank Park.
CJ Abrams hit a tiebreaking, two-run triple in Washington's six-run 11th inning, and the Nationals snapped their seven-game skid with a 10-4 victory over the Phillies.
Saquon Barkley saw a clip of Barry Sanders on NFL Films when he was a kid that left a lasting impression.
Luis Arraez had two hits and two RBIs in his Philadelphia debut, Jesús Luzardo allowed four hits in eight innings and the Phillies beat the Nationals 5-0 for their fourth straight victory.
The Philadelphia theater program created for Black girls returns with an original production exploring identity, immigration and the stories often left untold.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
The Regal movie theater in King of Prussia said its IMAX 70mm projector is working again after an outage that affected screenings of "The Odyssey."
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
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.
Delaware's marijuana commissioner says the first year of legal recreational marijuana sales totaled $53 million, and more stores are set to open in the coming months.
In a freak accident, a South Jersey father was impaled by a tree branch in his face when he fell from a ladder in his yard. The branch went through his nose and into his brain. CBS News Philadelphia health reporter Stephanie Stahl reports.
Sens. John Fetterman and Dave McCormick introduced a bipartisan bill to name the spotted lanternfly an invasive species.
An Aldan, Pennsylvania, police officer shot and killed a man on Thursday morning, law enforcement sources tell CBS News Philadelphia. Ray Strickland reports.
Tropical humidity is in place as a heat wave begins in the Philadelphia area. Dewpoints in the 70s will make it feel 10-15 degrees hotter and there will be the chance for spotty storms. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.