Siri Helps Autistic Teen
For children like Gus, an autistic 13-year-old who loves to chat, Siri is more than a diversion.
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For children like Gus, an autistic 13-year-old who loves to chat, Siri is more than a diversion.
AutisMate, created originally for the developer's 10-year-old autisic brother, lets children with the disorder improve their social and communication skills.
Keeping autistic children safe near the water is a major issue as drowning is the leading cause of death for them.
The bill is sponsored by Rep. John Sabatina (D-Phila., third from left in photo).
Clinical Director for the AJ Drexel Autism Institure James Connell says it's critical to bring the care to the community.
Some Temple University students are helping a Bucks County charity "piece" together a fundraiser to raise money for autism.
A federal judge has given a preliminary okay to a settlement that ensures that autistic children won't be shuffled from school to school without parents being given advance notice.
Inventor and businessman Dave Reichwein, who has a son with autism, helped make this Devereaux program possible with a donation.
A new study says there is no link between autism and the use of Oxytocin during induced labor.
The cancellation was prompted by customer feedback and a heated debate on the chain's social media page.
To begin with, Offit said the science is clear that vaccines do not cause autism, as many groups and some celebrities insist.
"In New Jersey, the prevalence is one in 45 children with (some degree of) autism," says Dr. Walter Zahorodny, an assistant professor of pediatrics at the New Jersey Medical School.
The Academy of Natural Sciences has launched an effort to make museum visits more welcoming to children with autism.
A disabled little girl was barred from popular attraction, including a visit to Santa. Now her parents are trying to make sure it doesn't happen to others. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl has more on the push to change federal laws.
The Department of Justice has said that animals not trained to perform any specific tasks are not considered service animals, even if they provide comfort for those in need.
"There's no national plan or effort to really strategically deal with so many adults with autism coming into the system," says Leslie Long, director of adult services for Autism Speaks, which conducted the survey.
Around 15,000 people turned out for the 11th annual Philadelphia Walk Now for Autism Speaks Saturday at Citizens Bank Park.
It started out as a mother's dream. Thanks to tireless fundraising, Stephanie's House is now a reality.
The seminar focused on a specific form of treatment called the Early Start Denver Model. It's designed to help parents, educators and therapists work with children on the Autism spectrum who are nine months to four-years-old.
'Play Without Boundaries' is a program for children with special needs playing out at museums across the country, including Philadelphia's Please Touch Museum.
The state Department of Public Welfare is establishing a website, toll-free number and specialists to help families and parents of the autistic get information and guidance.
SAP, the software giant with a North American headquarters in Newtown Square, is looking for people with autism to fill hundreds of tech jobs.
Drexel runs a program, now with about 40 students, designed to overcome those challenges.
The two-day conference heard from Dr. Temple Grandin, a noted author on autism who is herself autistic.
There may be a battle brewing on social media between parents who are in favor of vaccines and those who are against it for their children.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
Sunday is off to a nice start in the Philadelphia region, but the NEXT Weather team is tracking heat and storms this week.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
The Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 3-1 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to seven.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
A second robbery with an AR-style rifle happened in Center City early Friday morning, Philadelphia police said.
Philadelphia police are investigating an officer who failed to help a person in the street who was killed in a hit-and-run in Olney.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
A second robbery with an AR-style rifle happened in Center City early Friday morning, Philadelphia police said.
Two men were hospitalized after being shot on West Westmoreland Street in Philadelphia, police say.
Nelson Contreras-Gelves' wife and employer are fighting to get him released from Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.
Victory Brewing Company's taproom in Philadelphia reopened Friday night after health officials said they found mice and roaches during an inspection earlier this week.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Two people died and eight others were hurt in a shooting on Locust Street in Trenton early Sunday morning, officials say.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed a law Friday making cocktails to-go permanent.
Seven New Jersey college students had to find a new place to live after heavy rain flooded their home near Rowan University this week.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
After a rainy Thursday, the Philadelphia area will see a partly sunny and warm Friday with a few scattered showers and storms.
After a rainy Thursday, the Philadelphia area will see a partly sunny and warm Friday with a few scattered showers and storms.
Thursday is a NEXT Weather Alert day with a round of showers and thunderstorms becoming more widespread from midday through the afternoon and evening.
Wednesday will be another beautiful late August day with dew points in the mid-50s and low 60s, so humidity will be nice and low.
Interactive exhibits and some artifacts dating back more than 100 years help detail the transformation of the Mother African Union Church.
Tuesday will be another beautiful day in the Philadelphia region with sunshine, low humidity and highs near 82 degrees.
After losing her mother, Sarah Kagan wants to change how employers deal with grief.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
A Philadelphia police officer taking daraxonrasib for pancreatic cancer says the drug is giving her hope.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
The trial at Temple's Fox Chase Cancer Center is testing the experimental treatment in patients with myelofibrosis who aren't responding to traditional therapies.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
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
For the first time in a decade, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic returns this weekend.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
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.
Kyle Schwarber hit a go-ahead RBI single and Trea Turner had a two-run single in a three-run 10th inning in the Philadelphia Phillies' victory Saturday.
The Philadelphia Union beat the New York Red Bulls 3-1 on Saturday night to extend their unbeaten streak to seven.
Pinch hitter Edmundo Sosa hit his first career grand slam with two outs in the ninth inning, and the Phillies roared back for a 5-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Tanner McKee struggled in the competition with Andy Dalton to back up Jalen Hurts as the Eagles lost to the Bengals, 30-13, in the preseason finale.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for August 28, 2026.
"Sunday Morning" looks back at the astonishing career of the queen of country music, whose talent, warmth, wit, and philanthropy made her a genuine, once-in-a-generation luminary.
Three AMC Theatres in the Philadelphia region are holding special screenings to celebrate the life and legacy of Dolly Parton.
Stella Parton said her sister Dolly told her "that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future."
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Hosts Nicole Michalik and Patty Jackson react after country music icon Dolly Parton dies at age 80.
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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.
Two people died and nine others were wounded in a shooting on Locust Street early Sunday morning in Trenton, New Jersey, police say.
Sunday starts nice and dry for the Philadelphia area, but scattered showers are possible later in the day and throughout the week. Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the NEXT Weather forecast.
After a 10-year hiatus, the Philadelphia Cycling Classic is underway, bringing fans and cyclists from around the world to the city. Reporter Ray Strickland was live along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and talked to a local cyclist about what the race means to her.
Andrew Kozak is tracking some storms for the Philadelphia region on Sunday and next week. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Police said the second robbery happened Friday morning on Sansom Street in Center City. Nobody was injured during the incident.