Delco student plans to study neuroscience at Harvard, inspired by his brother
Delaware County student Emmanuel Gitu was inspired by his brother, who has autism spectrum disorder, to study neuroscience at Harvard University.
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Delaware County student Emmanuel Gitu was inspired by his brother, who has autism spectrum disorder, to study neuroscience at Harvard University.
Emmanuel Gitu, a senior at Springfield High School in Delaware County, will head to Harvard University this fall. He was inspired by his brother, who has autism spectrum disorder, to study neuroscience.
A Delaware County mother is on a mission to create acceptance for people with autism. She published a book that's inspired by her son.
Mason Jones, who was diagnosed with autism at around 3 years old, is known as "The Guardrail Kid" on TikTok to his 19,000 followers. He's reported at least 50 unsafe guardrails to departments of transportation across the country.
The opening reception for an art show featuring work from students with disabilities opened in Cherry Hill for the fourth annual Tri-State DisAbility Art Show.
A program at Drexel University is helping people with autism find full-time work. The goal is a seamless transition from high school to the workforce.
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, Philadelphia Family Court employees were trained by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative to educate court officials about autism.
In celebration of Autism Acceptance Month, the School District of Philadelphia hosted its 14th annual free resource fair to provide insightful information about services and programs available to students with special needs and their families.
A unique initiative helps unlock the potential of people with autism by providing job training.
The Eagles are inviting fans and art enthusiasts to check out 35 original pieces from 35 artists from the Philadelphia region. Each piece will be auctioned off to benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation.
A unique initiative helps unlock the potential of people with autism by providing job training. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Eric Williams, the man behind the campaign, is the founder of Project Elijah Empowering Autism, or PEEA, a nonprofit named after his son, who was diagnosed with the disorder at age 3.
On World Autism Day, which is observed April 2, a family is speaking out about their struggle to get a diagnosis. A doctor explains why this can be particularly challenging for young girls.
Suwon Cho, of Radnor Township, is inspiring others to embrace their abilities. His art has been displayed in New York City and published in a book.
Suwon Cho, 24, of Radnor Township is turning his creativity into his superpower. The artist, who has autism, creates drawings and paintings of people he knows and scenes from the Bible.
A police department in Delaware County is supporting autism acceptance by selling vibrant shoulder patches.
Prospect Park police officer Raul Forsmark has been spearheading the initiative since mid-February. He says the response from the community has been overwhelming.
Eric Williams, founder of the nonprofit Project Elijah Empowering Autism, was honored with KYW Newsradio's GameChangers Award Wednesday night.
The Durand School provided a safe and comforting environment for students with Autism to enjoy the Thanksgiving celebration.
In Focusing on the Future, Wakisha Bailey speaks with Michael Romano who has worked for the Norristown zoo for 5 years.
The dancing happens all around the audience in an interactive 360-degree space. Janelle Burrell brings you the story of this one-of-a-king dance installation.
Cooking up orders inside of a hot food truck in the middle of summer is all worth it when proceeds are going to charity.
The Kamps For Kids nonprofit held a food truck festival to help provide resources for children with autism.
Jason and Travis Kelce will be at Ocean Drive and proceeds from the cover charge will benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation.
Thousands of people including Eagles players are running, walking or cycling in the Eagles Autism Challenge.
Tuesday in the Philadelphia region is a NEXT Weather Alert Day as several rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected.
City Council President Kenyatta Johnson, police and other community members were in Southwest Philly Monday night for a "Peace Not Guns" canvass.
Trea Turner hit two homers, including the 200th of his career, and drove in five runs, Bryce Harper and Brandon Marsh also went deep and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 10-7.
Health officials in Delaware have confirmed the first case of measles in the state in more than a decade.
A man was shot multiple times in North Philadelphia Monday afternoon, police said.
Tuesday in the Philadelphia region is a NEXT Weather Alert Day as several rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected.
An investigation is underway after Delaware County Sheriff Siddiq Kamara received a racist voicemail with graphic threats.
City Council President Kenyatta Johnson, police and other community members were in Southwest Philly Monday night for a "Peace Not Guns" canvass.
Trea Turner hit two homers, including the 200th of his career, and drove in five runs, Bryce Harper and Brandon Marsh also went deep and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 10-7.
Health officials in Delaware have confirmed the first case of measles in the state in more than a decade.
City Council President Kenyatta Johnson, police and other community members were in Southwest Philly Monday night for a "Peace Not Guns" canvass.
A man was shot multiple times in North Philadelphia Monday afternoon, police said.
Two groups in the Philadelphia area are helping cats and dogs from Texas find forever homes.
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.
An investigation is underway after Delaware County Sheriff Siddiq Kamara received a racist voicemail with graphic threats.
A 41-year-old woman died in a crash after fleeing a traffic stop with a 5-year-old child inside in Mantua Township Sunday night, officials said.
Two groups in the Philadelphia area are helping cats and dogs from Texas find forever homes.
Two young children were killed during the crash in Barnegat Bay between Berkeley Township and Seaside Heights on Sunday night.
New age requirements, licensing rules and penalties for violations for e-bikes and electric scooters take effect in New Jersey on Sunday.
For the first time, a federal appeals court ruled the Garden State's weapons ban violates the Second Amendment.
Health officials in Delaware have confirmed the first case of measles in the state in more than a decade.
Delaware State Police are investigating a death after a man's body was found in a retention pond near Christiana Hospital in Newark.
Body-worn camera videos from the night Kadir Skinner was shot and killed by police in Wilmington, Delaware, were released by state and local officials Thursday.
Attorneys for the family of Kadir Skinner, the 19-year-old shot and killed by Wilmington police, have released new cellphone video.
Delaware State University sophomore Santino Harwood is ready to show off his skills in MLB All-Star Week's HBCU Swingman Classic.
Health officials in Delaware have confirmed the first case of measles in the state in more than a decade.
Taylor Farms said none of its branded salads or kits contain the iceberg lettuce associated with the outbreak.
Pennsylvania is under a statewide Code Purple air quality alert on Friday because of smoke from the wildfires in Canada and Minnesota. But what does that mean?
A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell has been linked to a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people, the CDC said.
Pennsylvania will be under a code red air quality alert on Thursday because smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota will create unhealthy levels of pollution for everyone.
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.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
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.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Trea Turner hit two homers, including the 200th of his career, and drove in five runs, Bryce Harper and Brandon Marsh also went deep and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 10-7.
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 Phillies will be throwing it back to the late 1930s and early 1940s during next month's Field of Dreams game in Iowa.
The New York Mets won a series in Philadelphia for the first time in nearly four years, beating the Phillies 6-1 on Sunday.
Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation — finally scoring in the second period of extra time.
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."
Will Ferrell stopped in the Philadelphia area Monday to promote his new Netflix comedy series.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
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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.
Andrew Kozak is tracking the severe storms set to hit the Philadelphia region on Tuesday. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Siddiq Kamara said this isn't the first time he's been the target of racism, but this threat felt different.
After four people were shot near a basketball court in Southwest Philly, City Council President Kenyatta Johnson and other community members had a "Peace Not Guns" canvass.
Andrew Kozak has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on Monday night before severe weather hits the Delaware Valley.
The Delaware Division of Public Health said Monday that the state has confirmed its first measles case in more than a decade.