Rectal cancer now accounts for nearly one-third of all colorectal cancer diagnoses
New research from the American Cancer Society shows a concerning trend of young people developing a specific kind of colorectal cancer.
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New research from the American Cancer Society shows a concerning trend of young people developing a specific kind of colorectal cancer.
A new report from the American Cancer Society says an estimated 33,600 women will be diagnosed this year with lobular breast cancer, which is on the rise in the United States. The lesser-known cancer affects a patient's milk-producing glands and has different symptoms than other forms of breast cancer.
Thousands of cyclists began their trek from Philadelphia to Ventnor, New Jersey for the 53rd annual American Cancer Society Bridge to the Beach Bike-A-Thon Sunday morning. The ACS expects to raise more than $1.3 million from this year's event. CBS News Philadelphia's Ross DiMattei was at the Benjamin Franklin Bridge the moment riders took off.
Support is pouring in across party lines for former President Joe Biden after it was revealed Sunday he's battling aggressive prostate cancer.
All kinds of individuals and teams will be running in the Broad Street Run in Philadelphia on Sunday, including hundreds on a mission for the American Cancer Society.
Cancer death rates continue to decline in the United States, according to a new report released on Monday. But there are some other concerning trends.
Cancer death rates continue to decline in the United States, according to a new report released on Monday. But there are some other concerning trends.
Why are a growing number of younger people being diagnosed with colon cancer? That's what a new research project is aiming to answer. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Philadelphia's top basketball coaches will get together Monday morning for the 27th Annual American Cancer Society's Coaches vs. Cancer Tourney Tip-Off Breakfast. Legendary coach Fran Dunphy talked to CBS News about the tradition taking place at The Palestra.
A new report shows while cancer death rates among Black people are declining, they remain higher than other racial and ethnic groups.
A new report shows Black people continue to face significant disparities when it comes to cancer. Stephanie Stahl reports.
The American Cancer Society's annual trend report is out with some mixed results.
More than 12,000 walkers participated in the 2024 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey at Cooper River Park on Sunday. CBS News Philadelphia's Ross DiMattei spoke with a pair of sisters about how breast cancer has impacted their family, and how they've stayed hopeful in the face of their diagnoses.
New research from the American Cancer Society shows breast cancer deaths are down but cases among young women are up.
Breast cancer deaths are down 44% since 1989, according to a new report from the American Cancer Society. Stephanie Stahl reprots.
Former Mayor Michael Nutter opens up about his battle with prostate cancer in the American Cancer Society's "Know Your Score" PSA.
As part of the American Cancer Society's new campaign, "Know Your Score," former Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter opened up about his battle with prostate cancer.
Anthonise Fields and her daughter are recruiting people in the Philadelphia area to participate in a historic long-term study looking at why Black women have higher cancer death rates than other groups.
Thousands of cyclists put their pedals to the pavement Sunday for the 52nd annual Bike-A-Thon, benefiting the American Cancer Society. The riders, many of whom are cancer survivors themselves, left Philadelphia for the Jersey Shore around 6:30 a.m. CBS News Philadelphia's Ross DiMattei was there as the first cyclists made their way over the Ben Franklin Bridge.
Detour ahead! The Ben Franklin Bridge will be closed on Sunday morning for the American Cancer Society Bike-A-Thon. Here's what you need to know.
The Colorectal Cancer Alliance is hosting a Spirit Challenge as part of its 45+ Reasons campaign, which has the goal of getting 5,000 Black Philadelphians screened for colorectal cancer.
Cancer deaths are falling, but more people under 50 are being diagnosed, a new report shows.
Temps in the Philadelphia region will get close to 90 degrees Tuesday as summer-like heat arrives in the Delaware Valley.
The Philadelphia Flyers are headed back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, clinching their first postseason berth in five seasons.
Kyle Schwarber homered twice and drove in three runs, Cristopher Sánchez pitched six strong innings and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Chicago Cubs 13-7.
After she got into a crash in Philadelphia, a woman says a company illegally towed her car without disclosing the price.
A Phoenixville man was charged after his son went to school with his loaded gun, the Chester County District Attorney's Office said Monday.
The Philadelphia Flyers are headed back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, clinching their first postseason berth in five seasons.
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker said first responders recovered the bodies of two workers who were missing following the parking garage collapse last week.
Garrett Nicholas, a West Chester University student, was hit and killed by a car early Sunday morning, classmates said.
Temps in the Philadelphia region will get close to 90 degrees Tuesday as summer-like heat arrives in the Delaware Valley.
Kyle Schwarber homered twice and drove in three runs, Cristopher Sánchez pitched six strong innings and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Chicago Cubs 13-7.
After she got into a crash in Philadelphia, a woman says a company illegally towed her car without disclosing the price.
A high-tech alternative to chemotherapy for some patients with liver cancer has been life-changing for one young patient who was treated in Philadelphia.
Archbishop of Philadelphia Nelson J. Pérez said in a statement Monday that he supports Pope Leo XIV and his calls for peace after President Trump lashed out at the pontiff.
Nearly 100 lights at Bartram's Garden in Southwest Philadelphia are out after vandals stripped them for copper, a park spokesperson said.
City Hall was packed Monday as Philadelphia City Council held a public hearing on the proposed ICE Out legislation.
Two men were shot in Trenton, New Jersey, Monday afternoon, police said.
One person is dead and another is in critical condition after a shooting inside the Excelcare rehabilitation facility in Egg Harbor Township Monday morning.
A mass shooting at Chick-fil-A in Union Township, New Jersey, left one person dead and six others wounded.
Crews contained a wildfire in West Deptford, New Jersey that can be seen from Philadelphia.
Kishan Patel, who was shot by a former NYPD officer in 2024, has returned home after more than a year of rehab.
Thousands of individually packaged bags of fentanyl were found in the woods in New Castle County, Delaware, police said.
Months after a propane explosion, Refuge Nation Church in Bear, Delaware, will welcome members back this weekend.
A 17-year-old girl was taken to the hospital after she was shot on North Walnut Street in Wilmington, police said.
A meteor spotted across multiple states Tuesday afternoon traveled more than 100 miles before disintegrating, NASA said.
An Acme Markets store in Middletown, Delaware, sold the lottery ticket that won the $230.8 million Powerball jackpot.
An exhibit called Revolutionary Botany at the Mütter Museum explores the origins of the American pharmacy and Philly's role.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
Gas prices are climbing, putting a strain on the transportation industry and its workers in the Philadelphia area.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
SEPTA said a person was struck at the Girard Avenue B line station on Wednesday morning, leading to service disruptions.
Residents along Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia say speeding cars in the area have been a consistent problem.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
All TSA security checkpoints at Philadelphia International Airport have reopened after weeks of staffing shortages due to a partial government shutdown.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
The Philadelphia Flyers are headed back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, clinching their first postseason berth in five seasons.
Kyle Schwarber homered twice and drove in three runs, Cristopher Sánchez pitched six strong innings and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Chicago Cubs 13-7.
The Phillies placed Jonathan Bowlan on the 15-day IL with a groin injury and recalled Seth Johnson from Triple-A Lehigh Valley.
Pennsylvania residents can enter to win free tickets to see practice rounds for the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club.
Tyrese Maxey scored 21 points in the Philadelphia 76ers' final regular-season game.
The city of Chester is honoring Grammy Award-winning R&B artist Avery*Sunshine during an emotional homecoming ceremony.
Artists like Lady A, Nelly, The Avett Brothers and Third Eye Blind will headline a free concert series throughout Pennsylvania.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
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.
Bill Kelly says the Philadelphia region will likely experience record-breaking heat this week. Here's the NEXT Weather forecast.
In a lengthy social media post Sunday night, Mr. Trump called Leo "WEAK on Crime, and terrible for Foreign Policy."
The Flyers beat the Carolina Hurricanes, 3-2, in a shootout Monday night at Xfinity Mobile Arena to clinch their first playoff berth since the 2019-20 season.
The Chester County District Attorney's Office said Monday that Russell Matthews was charged after his son brought his loaded gun in school.
Garrett Nicholas, a West Chester University student, was hit and killed by a car early Sunday morning, classmates said.