President Obama Taps VP Biden To Lead Fight Against Cancer
Vice President Joe Biden announced he will visit the University of Pennsylvania this week as part of his mission to cure cancer.
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Vice President Joe Biden announced he will visit the University of Pennsylvania this week as part of his mission to cure cancer.
The gene called "NORAD" is responsible for maintaining the proper amount of chromosomes in cells.
Jimmy Carter's grandson says no cancer was detected the last time the former president underwent a scan.
Twenty-three-year-old Brandi Weaver-Gates, of Pleasant Gap, was arraigned Tuesday on three additional counts each of theft and receiving stolen property.
Scientists say the gene that could stop most kinds of cancer is actually the one most often damaged in cancer patients.
Local researchers are trying to determine if yoga can help those battling prostate cancer.
The FDA has approved the use of Imlygic for certain patients battling melanoma, the leading cause of skin cancer related deaths.
Chris discussed Donald Trump's pro burqa comment, Super Girl's thoughts on Jeb Bush's infatuation, construction inspection guidelines and Matt Klentak named General Manager of the Phillies. He also spoke about Hillary Clinton's take on immigration, Bernie Sanders on The View and Rutgers University - Camden cutting cost for students. National Review contributor Jim Geraghty discussed his book, Heavy Lifting at 8:20am.
The World Health Organization classifies processed meat as carcinogenic to humans in the same category as cigarettes and red meat as probably carcinogenic to humans.
Rich discussed the Benghazi hearing, unhealthy cheese findings and the Justice Department determines no criminal charges in IRS probe. He also discussed killing Baby Hitler, the latest regarding Kathleen Kane (porn-gate) , John Kasich's dropping out the race and offensive Halloween costumes. Rich spoke with Assemblyman Moriarty regarding a new legislation inspired by a cancer patient's plight with driver's license renewal at 4pm.
Pastors, ministers and spiritual leaders from around the region get a course on how to properly support people fighting the disease.
Salon supervisor Denise Hoagland says it starts at the top.
11-year-old Ryan Tarapchak runs three to eight miles every day for six-year-old Isabella O'Brien, who was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer.
Jeff Bolton sat in for Chris Stigall and discussed Attorney General Kathleen Kane's reaction to the charges against her, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton turning over her email server, and a woman faking Cancer to collect donations. He talked with John Hayward from Breitbart at 6:20 and La Salle University's Dean Henry at 7:20 about Hillary Clinton's emails.
Authorities say she even tricked her own sister into believing she was sick.
The three-year survival rate jumped from 71% to 81% in the women undergoing the test.
Rich discussed the latest regarding Hillary Clinton, Cecil The Lion, Rand Paul's response to Donald Trump's success. Rich spoke with Dr. Ernest Smalls regarding Cecil the Lion. He also spoke with Sean Spicer about the upcoming Republican debate. Rich and Dr. Mazz discussed medical news during this week's Ask The Doctor Segment.
For pregnant women, abnormal results from certain prenatal tests may signal that something is wrong — with the moms-to-be, not the fetus, a preliminary study suggests.
Basically, if you're going to enjoy the sun, you need to be careful. Tens of thousands of people die each year from too much sun.
It's a story Eyewitness News health reporter Stephanie Stahl first told you about: a surgical tool suspected of spreading cancer in women. Now, the FBI is reportedly investigating who knew what and when about this potentially deadly device.
Most of us spend way too much of our time worrying. We actually could be hurting our health by worrying about our health.
There are many diets but the Mediterranean Diet is more of a lifestyle than a diet and it's good for more than just controlling your weight.
The CDC says about one-fourth of eligible women are not up-to-date with breast cancer screenings, and about two in five adults are not getting the recommended test for colorectal cancer.
St. Mary Medical Center says they are proud to be the first in Bucks County to offer the program, provided by the American Cancer Society.
Commission biologists say they've observed sores and lesions on many smallmouth bass in surveys of the river since 2005, but this is the first confirmed cancer.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
A Philadelphia woman is facing charges after allegedly robbing a 66-year-old woman at a bus stop, police said.
The Philadelphia Art Commission on Wednesday voted to move the Joe Frazier statue to the base of the art museum steps.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
An infant was stabbed in a gated apartment complex on Smithbridge Drive in Coatesville, Chester County, police say.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
A Philadelphia woman is facing charges after allegedly robbing a 66-year-old woman at a bus stop, police said.
The Philadelphia Art Commission on Wednesday voted to move the Joe Frazier statue to the base of the art museum steps.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
An infant was stabbed in a gated apartment complex on Smithbridge Drive in Coatesville, Chester County, police say.
A Philadelphia woman is facing charges after allegedly robbing a 66-year-old woman at a bus stop, police said.
The Philadelphia Art Commission on Wednesday voted to move the Joe Frazier statue to the base of the art museum steps.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
An infant was stabbed in a gated apartment complex on Smithbridge Drive in Coatesville, Chester County, police say.
A portion of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive is closed on Wednesday, Feb. 11 as crews work on water infrastructure repairs.
Washington Township police say a man is wanted in connection with multiple incidents reported around the Washington Way Apartments in Blackwood, New Jersey.
Camden firefighter Howard Bennett was laid to rest Wednesday, nearly one week after the 60-year-old died after falling into the icy Delaware River.
Former Rep. Tom Malinowski has conceded the New Jersey special election to fill Gov. Mikie Sherrill's congressional seat.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
A New Jersey pilot and his co-pilot have been jailed in West Africa for almost six weeks after landing to refuel. CBS News New York spoke to both men on the phone.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
Two firefighters and two residents were taken to the hospital after a house fire in Wilmington on Sunday, officials said.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Penn's first successful transplant was a kidney back in 1966. Since then, there have been thousands of life-saving operations.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
The PHMC clinic on Cedar Avenue in West Philadelphia is helping provide dental and health care in an underserved community.
A new kind of joint replacement is now available for people who have a certain kind of arthritis in the hand.
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.
A portion of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive is closed on Wednesday, Feb. 11 as crews work on water infrastructure repairs.
PennDOT is asking for your input with a new online survey available now through Feb. 28.
Part of SEPTA's Jefferson Station in Philadelphia was flooded Monday night, but service wasn't disrupted.
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.
The Philadelphia Art Commission on Wednesday voted to move the Joe Frazier statue to the base of the art museum steps.
As Philadelphia has dealt with a frigid winter, a sign that spring and summer are near is here: Phillies pitchers and catchers report for spring training.
Michael Fantuzzo was arrested and is accused of stealing more than $246,000 from the Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association.
Villanova and Notre Dame are finalizing plans to open the 2026-27 college basketball season in Rome, Italy.
The Union unveiled their primary "1776 Kit" jerseys, which pay tribute to America's 250th anniversary and Philadelphia's role.
"Dawson's Creek" and "Varsity Blues" star James Van Der Beek has died at 48 years old.
The Pennsylvania Film Office has awarded $34 million for production on Season 3 of "Tires" and the fifth and final season of "Mayor of Kingstown."
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
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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.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia is closed Wednesday as crews make emergency repairs, according to the city.
The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters are celebrating a century and will be bringing the fun to Philadelphia and the region. On Wednesday, Julian "Zeus" McClurkin joined the CBS News Philadelphia studios to teach anchor Janelle Burrell some neat basketball tricks.
Aaron Nola is ready to get back to baseball, and so are the rest of the Philadelphia Phillies! Aaron joined our Janelle Burrell from BayCare Ballpark in Clearwater as pitchers and catchers reported for spring training today.
Spring training baseball is almost here: the Philadelphia Phillies pitchers and catchers report to Clearwater, Florida on Wednesday. Josh Sidorowicz has this story and other big headlines with weather from Meteorologist Kate Bilo.
With Valentine's Day approaching, here's a reminder to be vigilant before falling for a romance scam online. AI is helping make these scams harder to spot, generating real-looking profiles that are anything but. Josh Sidorowicz has a preview of today's In Your Corner podcast with guest Tanyika Rickard of Chase Bank in Philadelphia.