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The 1,500 free Lojack Safetynet bracelets will available for a half a year with no financial obligation to Philadelphians who have cognitive conditions like Alzheimer's disease, autism, or Down syndrome.
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.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
Longtime Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland is leaving the organization.
Gavin McKenna is facing multiple charges, including felony aggravated assault, according to court records.
The museum on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia is again named the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
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Longtime Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland is leaving the organization.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
Mayor Parker will announce details of another same-day work and pay initiative focusing on ADA ramps and areas near rec centers and schools.
Fire officials say a deadly rowhome blaze in the 5400 block of Regent Street in Southwest Philadelphia was intentionally set.
Gavin McKenna is facing multiple charges, including felony aggravated assault, according to court records.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
The museum on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia is again named the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
A police officer in Norristown, Pennsylvania, is under investigation and on administrative leave after hitting a naked man with a patrol car.
Radnor police are investigating a reported rape on the campus of Eastern University in Delaware County.
Philadelphia Police said Najee Williams is charged with murder, weapons violations and other counts in connection with the shootings in December and January.
A fire destroyed a home in Monroe Township, New Jersey, Tuesday night.
New Jersey has a few programs that can help residents set up payment plans as they deal with skyrocketing utilities bills.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
At the Child Family Center in Millville, New Jersey, lessons learned by preschoolers go far beyond ABCs and 123s.
Crossing guards in Gloucester City, New Jersey, are worried about their children navigating snowy, icy intersections.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
A Delaware man is behind bars after he allegedly attacked two other men over a parking dispute, police say.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
Following Sunday's major winter storm, multiple businesses, organizations and event centers are staying closed on Monday.
With the Philadelphia region expecting a major snowstorm this weekend, here's the best choice of ice melt to keep you safe.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
For Kolin and his family, CHOP was a home away from home while he waited for a heart transplant.
There's new hope for a devastating cancer in dogs that's often deadly because there are no early warning signs.
A Philadelphia nonprofit is finding job opportunities for people with mental health and intellectual challenges.
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.
The city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
Longtime Philadelphia Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland is leaving the organization.
The Philadelphia 76ers traded Jared McCain to the Oklahoma City Thunder for a first-round pick and three second-rounders.
Frank Reich and Aaron Glenn are teammates again with the New York Jets, looking to turn around the fortunes of a frustrated franchise.
American athletes are preparing for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. These are some of the top Team USA competitors to watch.
Jamie Drysdale scored on the power play to snap a 20-game streak without a goal, Dan Vladar made 26 saves, and the Flyers ended a four-game losing streak by beating the Capitals 4-2.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is looking for an artist or team of artists to design a mural honoring Boyz II Men's contributions to music and culture as the city celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
Bad Bunny used his Grammy acceptance speech on Sunday to denounce U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and call for the end of the ongoing immigration crackdown.
The 2026 Grammy Awards recognized the best of the best in music from last year, with big wins for Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny. Here's the full list of winners and nominees.
Complete closure of the performing arts center in Washington, D.C., will start on July 4, Mr. Trump said. It's not yet clear how extensive the changes to the building might be.
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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.
After seeing a story on CBS News Philadelphia, a Los Angeles dog got the pacemaker it needed.
Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Philadelphia is playing a pivotal part in the celebrations of America's 250th anniversary, putting the spotlight on Black excellence.
A deadly fire at a rowhome in Southwest Philadelphia early Wednesday morning was intentionally set, fire officials said.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is reverting to its prior name. It was briefly known as the Philadelphia Art Museum following a rebrand in the fall.
Police are looking for a man they believe is connected to two fatal shootings involving tow truck drivers in Philadelphia over the past three months.