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Basketball is more than just a game to 11-year-old Ojay Harris. It's a way of life. Tuesday morning Harris awoke to find that someone stole his basketball hoop.
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Basketball is more than just a game to 11-year-old Ojay Harris. It's a way of life. Tuesday morning Harris awoke to find that someone stole his basketball hoop.
A surprising discovery about autism - it runs in families, among siblings, at rates higher than previously thought. Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl is On Your Side with more.
A local college is offering classes this fall for those who help adults on the autism spectrum.
Four parents are taking the School District of Philadelphia to court, claiming the district is illegally transferring autistic students among schools.
Vito Colletti fears the state's plans to close the Vineland Developmental Center by 2013 will happen, pushing his autistic daughter out of a place that he thought she could live for the rest of her life.
There are many studies and reports released on Autism in any given year, but this is one of the most significant.
A New Jersey man is going to great lengths to help children with autism.
A Philadelphia fire department captain, touched by the plight of families who have children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, has decided to raise money and awareness for the cause by rowing from Washington, DC to New York City.
A Delaware County family lost their child, but they found a way to honor his memory and help others at the same time.
The mother of an autistic child in New Jersey tried to break the world record for most people simultaneously blowing bubbles across multiple locations Friday.
Philadelphia Fire Captain will row from Washington DC to New York City to raise autism awareness.
The Autism Expo was created by a special education teacher and became so popular over the years that the school district wanted to expand its offerings to all parents.
Dr. Robert Schultz, of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, says he is not surprised with recent studies that indicate that behavioral therapies are much more effective than medication in the treatment of autistic children.
According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, the goals for longer standing recommended vaccines are being met, at least partially.
The Brigantine Fire Department had a new firefighter Thursday, at least for a few hours.
A leading voice in the pro-vaccine movement is out with a new book about how his fight is yours also.
Startling new revelations surrounding the autism study controversy. The research that established a link between childhood vaccines and autism is now being called an elaborate fraud.
New research shows a promising new way to detect autism. Autism is a range of neuro-developmental disorders. But a new study shows a common medical screening could diagnose it more quickly than ever before.
The 2nd Annual Stephanie's House Fundraiser for Autism is taking place Saturday, November 20th from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be unbelievable shopping deals with all proceeds going to Stephanie's House.
William Wentz is in 7th grade at an NHS School and is proud of his two pieces on display.
Jaundice is fairly common in newborns. But a recent study showed that among other autisitc children nine percent had jaundice when born compared to three percent of other children.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
Jahmez Cartwright, a Philadelphia teenager, is missing, but police say his phone last pinged in San Diego.
The 2025 mass shooting in Philadelphia's Grays Ferry neighborhood left three people dead and 10 others wounded.
A Telford man is accused of sexually assaulting at least one elderly woman during four alleged break-ins in 2025, police say.
Multiple players and people named in the college basketball point-shaving indictment are connected to the Philly region.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
Jahmez Cartwright, a Philadelphia teenager, is missing, but police say his phone last pinged in San Diego.
The 2025 mass shooting in Philadelphia's Grays Ferry neighborhood left three people dead and 10 others wounded.
A Telford man is accused of sexually assaulting at least one elderly woman during four alleged break-ins in 2025, police say.
Rasmus Dahlin scored a pair of power-play goals and the Buffalo Sabres won for the 14th time in their last 16 games, 5-2 over the Philadelphia Flyers.
Jahmez Cartwright, a Philadelphia teenager, is missing, but police say his phone last pinged in San Diego.
The 2025 mass shooting in Philadelphia's Grays Ferry neighborhood left three people dead and 10 others wounded.
A Telford man is accused of sexually assaulting at least one elderly woman during four alleged break-ins in 2025, police say.
Multiple players and people named in the college basketball point-shaving indictment are connected to the Philly region.
The Wanamaker Trophy, which has roots in Philadelphia, is back in Pennsylvania ahead of the PGA Championship in May.
A four-alarm fire broke out at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
The New Jersey governor highlighted his achievements during his eight years in office in his final State of the State address.
New Jersey is suing a recycling company over a series of fires at scrap metal yards in Camden.
The Paterson School District says the teacher accused of giving special needs students hot sauce as a form of discipline has been relieved of her duties.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
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.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
One person was killed after a crash involving a horse and buggy in the 4000 block of Strasburg Road in Salisbury Township.
Multiple players and people named in the college basketball point-shaving indictment are connected to the Philly region.
Authorities said the alleged scheme involved 39 players, 17 different NCAA Division I men's basketball teams and 29 games.
FIFA says it has received over 500 million ticket requests for 2026 World Cup matches in the U.S., Canada and Mexico— with prices as high as $8,680.
Here's what to know about the Philadelphia Eagles' free agents, 2026 NFL draft picks and more heading into the offseason.
Rasmus Dahlin scored a pair of power-play goals and the Buffalo Sabres won for the 14th time in their last 16 games, 5-2 over the Philadelphia Flyers.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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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.
SEPTA Transit Police says serious crime on the transit authority has reached its lowest in 10 years, and that its focus on crime is working.
Jahmez Cartwright was last seen by his mother in Southwest Philadelphia. His mother said he was supposed to go to school, but he never showed up.
A Philadelphia Municipal Court Judge ruled Thursday that the most serious charges against four of six defendants in the Grays Ferry mass shooting from last summer will be held for trial.
A Telford man is accused of sexually assaulting at least one elderly woman during four alleged break-ins in 2025, according to the Montgomery County district attorney and Towamencin Township police chief.
A major federal indictment unsealed Thursday accuses 26 people of involvement in a scheme to tank NCAA Division I college basketball and Chinese Basketball Association games to help sports gamblers get rich.