Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation celebrates 25 years of hope, inspiration
Twenty-five years ago, Alex Scott, the namesake of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, held her first lemonade stand.
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Twenty-five years ago, Alex Scott, the namesake of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, held her first lemonade stand.
Michael Hu battled Stage 4 lung cancer that spread to his liver, bones and brain thanks to breakthroughs in research.
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Over 700 dancers spent the weekend in the Bryce Jordan Center to raise money for the fight against childhood cancer.
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.
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The Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation will host its annual Lemon Ball this Saturday. One of the families being recognized this year is the Oches family and their son Jude, who battled retinoblastoma as a young child.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
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New research examines racial disparities in cancer rates and found a lack of health insurance coverage is a reason minorities have a higher risk of advanced cancer diagnoses.
In October, the team will be in Boston for the first-ever Survivor Rowing Network race.
Cancer cases are increasing among young adults, according to a new report.
A Harrisburg mom is getting a lot of attention on TikTok as she raises awareness about lung cancer by sharing her diagnosis journey with the world.
The founder's and parents of Alex Scott's Lemonade Stand Foundation share their message on CBS Mornings after a record breaking telethon on Thursday.
At 22, Kaela Cruz is working, competing in sports and living her life. But when she was a child, her family faced a tough battle with childhood cancer.
Kaela Cruz and her family don't take anything for granted after a battle with pediatric cancer. Today, Kaela is thriving as an athlete.
Owen is a typical 3-year-old. But 18 months ago, things were pretty different for this energetic boy.
Steve Healey knew Dr. Linda Malkas had a background in breast cancer research - but as his daughter Anna battled neuroblastoma, he gave Malkas a check - and a request to shift her focus.
Anna Olivia Healey's father once handed a doctor a check for $25,000 and asked her if she could "do something" about neuroblastoma, the brain cancer that would eventually lead to Anna's passing just two months of shy of her 10th birthday. Years later, Dr. Linda Malkas worked on research and development of AOH1996, a cancer drug undergoing clinical trials which is named after Anna's initials. Jim Donovan reports.
After years of painful cancer treatments, it's now been one year since 5-year-old Arianna has had any cancer medications.
A child's cancer diagnosis affects the entire family. For the Taunk family, it means they fight the battle together until they win.
The American Cancer Society plans to enroll 100,000 Black women in Philadelphia and around the country for the study.
Frustration is growing over a sinkhole that's been plaguing a neighborhood in Philadelphia's Point Breeze neighborhood for almost two months.
CBS News Philadelphia's 19th annual Alex Scott: A Stand For Hope Telethon raised more than $8.4 million Wednesday for the fight against childhood cancer.
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Businesses hope a major festival and warmer weather can turn things around, as rain is blamed for a slow start at the shore.
Robert Rosado was charged with impersonating a law enforcement officer and other offenses in connection with a robbery in Northeast Philadelphia, police said.
CBS News Philadelphia's 19th annual Alex Scott: A Stand For Hope Telethon raised more than $8.4 million Wednesday for the fight against childhood cancer.
Temperatures climb back into the upper 80s and low 90s Wednesday, but humidity could make it feel like 100 degrees. A heat advisory has been issued through tomorrow.
Frustration is growing over a sinkhole that's been plaguing a neighborhood in Philadelphia's Point Breeze neighborhood for almost two months.
Businesses hope a major festival and warmer weather can turn things around, as rain is blamed for a slow start at the shore.
Robert Rosado was charged with impersonating a law enforcement officer and other offenses in connection with a robbery in Northeast Philadelphia, police said.
Frustration is growing over a sinkhole that's been plaguing a neighborhood in Philadelphia's Point Breeze neighborhood for almost two months.
Robert Rosado was charged with impersonating a law enforcement officer and other offenses in connection with a robbery in Northeast Philadelphia, police said.
Former World Cafe Live employees say the venue is mismanaged and their paychecks were late. The CEO says it all stems from miscommunication.
The city of Philadelphia kicked off its Summer Meals program on Wednesday with Mayor Cherelle Parker passing out meals to area kids at Vare Recreation Center.
Police are investigating a theft caught on surveillance cameras at Lawn Barn in Langhorne, Pennsylvania.
Businesses hope a major festival and warmer weather can turn things around, as rain is blamed for a slow start at the shore.
A New Jersey family hired a contractor to replace their roof, but three years later, the work hasn't even started.
Experts across the Garden State unveiled a new swim safety strategy to help save lives after two people drowned in the past week.
Descendants of Timbuctoo, a historic community in Burlington County, say Westampton Township has fallen behind in maintaining the history.
Former Sen. Bob Menendez, of New Jersey, was convicted last year on federal bribery charges.
Twenty-five years ago, Alex Scott, the namesake of Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, held her first lemonade stand.
Steady rain will taper off Sunday morning, but the chance for on-and-off spotty showers continues around the Delaware Valley for Father's Day.
Delaware State Police say a train derailment is impacting travel near Old Porter Road in Bear, New Castle County.
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Darrian Randle and her boyfriend have been charged in the death of her 3-year-old daughter, Nola Dinkins, who went missing Tuesday night.
For the Hope Afloat dragon boat racing team in Philadelphia, overcoming breast cancer is a team sport.
A 29-year-old man from Switzerland is back in Philadelphia at Penn Medicine months after having a life-changing double-hand transplant.
While gun violence is down in Philadelphia, advocates say there are still too many children being caught in the crossfire.
AJ Tantala, a lifelong Phillies fan in need of a kidney transplant, is making a pitch to Philadelphia to help save his life.
Jeffrey Lurie is donating $50 million to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine to boost research into autism's impact across the lifespan.
Businesses hope a major festival and warmer weather can turn things around, as rain is blamed for a slow start at the shore.
Former World Cafe Live employees say the venue is mismanaged and their paychecks were late. The CEO says it all stems from miscommunication.
People are trying to stay cool in today's humidity, and businesses are preparing for what's to come as we track dangerous heat this week.
The FIFA Club World Cup is bringing a little more than soccer to the city. It's bringing a boom in business.
Amazon says it will spend $20 billion on two data center complexes in Pennsylvania, including one it is building alongside a nuclear power plant that has drawn federal scrutiny.
After an initial rollout to some extremely interested drivers, PA's "Let Freedom Ring" license plates are available to order en masse.
SEPTA's Chestnut Hill East Line will close from June 15 to Sept. 2 while bridges on the line are repaired.
New Jersey Transit's train engineers have overwhelmingly approved the tentative deal that ended their three-day strike last month.
In Philadelphia's Strawberry Mansion neighborhood, half the residents don't own cars. For them, public transportation is essential, not a choice.
A portion of I-95 South will close Sundays through Thursdays from 11 p.m. through 5 a.m. so crews can work on the CAP project.
Nick Castellanos returned to the Phillies lineup for their game against the Marlins on Wednesday after being benched the day before for "an inappropriate comment."
An animal-rights activist ran onto the field during a Club World Cup match between Manchester City and Wydad in Philadelphia, urging Morocco to reform its treatment of stray animals.
On Wednesday, the Phillies acquired pitcher Nolan Hoffman in a trade with the Rangers and added him to their 40-man roster.
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Darnell Artis helped Gwynedd Mercy University's men's basketball team win a conference championship in 2016.
Businesses hope a major festival and warmer weather can turn things around, as rain is blamed for a slow start at the shore.
Anne Burrell, an acclaimed chef from upstate New York, hosted "Secrets of a Restaurant Chef," "Worst Cooks in America" and other popular Food Network shows.
Philadelphians likely did a double-take for two reasons – former President Joe Biden was seen casually strolling in Rittenhouse Square as the hit TV series "Reacher" filmed nearby.
Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner already won an NL batting title and a World Series championship ring in his 11-year MLB career.
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and boyfriend Travis Kelce were at Amerant Bank Arena to watch Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final.
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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.
“The Boss" is heading to the big screen. We're getting our first look at a new movie about Bruce Springsteen. That's Jeremy Allen White rocking out in the first trailer for Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere. The film tells the story of Springsteen making his album "Nebraska" in the early 80s. It hits theaters in October.
Bill Kelly says a severe thunderstorm watch has been canceled on Wednesday, but we're tracking storms for Thursday in the Philadelphia region. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Frustration continues in Philadelphia's Point Breeze neighborhood over a sinkhole that's been causing multiple problems for residents.
The recent rain is being blamed for a slow start for businesses down the shore. Some stores report a big drop in sales and hotels haven’t been filling up fast. Many business owners hope that a major festival and warmer weather can turn things around. Ryan Hughes reports.
Workers at World Cafe Live in Philadelphia accuse the venue's leaders of mismanagement and say employees weren't paid on time. CEO Joe Callahan says the problems stem from miscommunication and a failure of the former leadership.