CHOP wants to expand treatment after treating baby with new revolutionary therapy
One year after receiving CRISPR gene editing therapy at CHOP, a Delaware County baby is thriving, and doctors want to expand treatment to others.
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One year after receiving CRISPR gene editing therapy at CHOP, a Delaware County baby is thriving, and doctors want to expand treatment to others.
One year ago, a baby from Delaware County became the first person in the world to receive a new revolutionary therapy at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Black History Month is poignant for one family after a man got a historic, innovative treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Austin Louis, 20, says the CRISPR treatment he received at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for sickle cell disease changed everything, allowing him to live without pain for the first time.
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.
After seeing a story on CBS News Philadelphia, a Los Angeles dog got the pacemaker it needed.
For Kolin and his family, CHOP was a home away from home while he waited for a heart transplant.
Eleven-year-old Kolin, who received a life-saving heart transplant at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, dreams of becoming a chef when he grows up.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
Doctors in Philadelphia say new federal guidance on childhood vaccinations is causing confusion — especially for parents.
Jalen Hurts' cleats are now being auctioned off through the My Cause My Cleats program to benefit Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
A South Jersey college student with hemophilia B is now living a more normal life thanks to a treatment developed from research at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
People with the bleeding disease hemophilia now have a breakthrough treatment option developed from research done at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
A new report highlights the stories of kids who have survived cancer and the importance of research funding.
Eight-year-old Lianna Munir overcame leukemia with the help of the CAR T therapy she received at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. A new report highlights the importance of research funding for kids like Lianna.
Having a smartphone may be harmful for children younger than 12, a new study suggests. Some parents are waiting until the end of eighth grade to get their children cellphones.
A 12-hour Dungeons & Dragons fundraiser supporting the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia happens live on Twitch this Sunday.
The Vanguard Dungeons and Dragons is hosting "Tabletop for CHOP: A Quest for Hope" on Sunday, a 12-hour event that will raise money for the Extra Life charity geared toward kids at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Giggles and smiles from 2-year-old Taim Ahmad are lighting up the playroom at the Ronald McDonald House in Camden, New Jersey.
Hospital staff at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's NICU continued the annual tradition of dressing up babies in costumes for their first Halloween.
A desperate family turned to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, where the team created a first-of-its-kind intervention.
Doctors at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia pioneered a new surgical intervention that allowed a baby there to temporarily survive without a heart. Stephanie Stahl reports an exclusive look at how they saved the baby.
While their daughter underwent surgery at CHOP, a Connecticut family found hope at the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House. Ray Strickland reports.
After treatment for Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Landon Gallo is back to running and playing.
A Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, boy is back to playing the sports he loves after being treated for a rare condition called Legg-Calvé-Perthes Disease at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Reporter Stephanie Stahl has Landon's story.
Two Washington Township Police officers made sure a homeowner got their lunch order after their DoorDash driver was arrested.
Printmaking by the People is the largest community art project through Mural Arts Philadelphia in 2026.
Officers responding to reports of gunshots found a man barricaded inside a home in Wilmington, Delaware, Tuesday night.
Christine Hines explains how companies use contract language to shield themselves from lawsuits, limit damages or collect personal data.
In today's competitive job market, entry-level positions can draw hundreds of applications, and in many cases AI screens resumes before a human hiring manager ever sees them.
Two Washington Township Police officers made sure a homeowner got their lunch order after their DoorDash driver was arrested.
Printmaking by the People is the largest community art project through Mural Arts Philadelphia in 2026.
Officers responding to reports of gunshots found a man barricaded inside a home in Wilmington, Delaware, Tuesday night.
Nate Bowling, an American teacher and a veteran, is stuck in Abu Dhabi. Flights have been canceled because of the U.S.-Iran conflict.
Christine Hines explains how companies use contract language to shield themselves from lawsuits, limit damages or collect personal data.
Printmaking by the People is the largest community art project through Mural Arts Philadelphia in 2026.
Christine Hines explains how companies use contract language to shield themselves from lawsuits, limit damages or collect personal data.
In today's competitive job market, entry-level positions can draw hundreds of applications, and in many cases AI screens resumes before a human hiring manager ever sees them.
A man turned himself in to Philadelphia police Tuesday in connection with a deadly shooting near Chickie's & Pete's in South Philly in 2025.
A 56-year-old woman died in a house fire in Bensalem Township early Tuesday morning, officials said.
Two Washington Township Police officers made sure a homeowner got their lunch order after their DoorDash driver was arrested.
The leader of a Trenton, New Jersey, gang and several of its members are facing charges for several crimes.
At the Alice Paul Center for Gender Justice in Mount Laurel, advocates kick off Women's History Month with an ERA tour through 25 states.
Mayor Gina LaPlaca of Lumberton, New Jersey, admitted to being intoxicated behind the wheel in March 2025, authorities said.
Gas prices in the Delaware Valley mostly remain under the national average, but Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware all saw an increase at the pump overnight.
Officers responding to reports of gunshots found a man barricaded inside a home in Wilmington, Delaware, Tuesday night.
Gas prices in the Delaware Valley mostly remain under the national average, but Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware all saw an increase at the pump overnight.
Operation Epic Fury sparked swift reaction from lawmakers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.
After a nor'easter dumped snow on the Philadelphia area, some schools have announced closings and virtual learning days for Tuesday, Feb. 4.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
One Montgomery County woman spoke with CBS News Philadelphia to detail how she found treatment that saved her life.
A Philadelphia-area woman is among a growing number of younger women with cardiovascular disease. This device saved her life.
Camden County health officials said a New Jersey resident was placed in isolation after testing positive for active tuberculosis earlier this month.
One year after receiving CRISPR gene editing therapy at CHOP, a Delaware County baby is thriving, and doctors want to expand treatment to others.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
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.
The same technology the PPA started using last year to ticket illegally parked drivers from cameras on SEPTA buses will soon be used on trolleys.
A stretch of Route 202, also known as DeKalb Pike, will be closed until late fall as work to prevent sinkholes gets underway.
A major winter storm blanketed southeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware with snow Sunday night and Monday.
Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Philadelphia has reopened following emergency repairs, according to the city.
A stretch of Spruce Street in Philadelphia's University City section is closed until further notice because of a water main break.
The sixth edition of the World Baseball Classic will begin later this week, and the Philadelphia Phillies will be well represented in the tournament.
Dylan Harper scored 22 points and Victor Wembanyama needed only 10 to help the San Antonio Spurs bounce back from the first loss in 12 games and rout the Philadelphia 76ers 131-91 on Tuesday night.
Sixers rookie guard VJ Edgecombe was ruled out of Tuesday night's game vs. the San Antonio Spurs after he suffered a back injury.
Phillies OF Johan Rojas is reportedly appealing an 80-game suspension for a failed performance-enhancing drug test.
With just 100 days to go, the city is buzzing with excitement as it prepares to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
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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 a challenge from Rep. Jasmine Crockett, James Talarico was projected as the winner of the Democratic Senate primary in Texas Tuesday night. He'll face the winner of a Republican runoff election that includes incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton, neither of whom got the 50% they needed Tuesday night. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
The Senate will vote Wednesday on whether to restrict President Trump's war powers after strikes on Iran over the weekend. Meanwhile, identities of four of the six U.S. servicemembers killed in one of Iran's retaliatory strikes have been identified. Josh Sanders has the latest from the Pulse Desk.
As America celebrates its 250th year, artists and the Philadelphia community are creating a mural that celebrates the art of printmaking and the Declaration of Independence.
Expect a rainy Wednesday with some more showers Thursday around the Philadelphia area, heading into a warm weekend where we could see the first 70s of 2026. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
Most of us scroll past the fine print when signing up for apps, starting free trials or buying concert tickets, but those tiny terms can limit your rights if something goes wrong.