Driver pleads guilty in crash that killed CHOP Dr. Barbara Friedes
Authorities said Michael Vahey was intoxicated when he struck Barbara Friedes, who was biking on Spruce Street, in July 2024.
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Authorities said Michael Vahey was intoxicated when he struck Barbara Friedes, who was biking on Spruce Street, in July 2024.
Natalie Dormer stars in "Audrey's Children" as Dr. Audrey Evans, a CHOP doctor who co-founded Ronald McDonald House Charities.
Audrey Evans was the co-founder of the Ronald McDonald House and a pediatric oncologist at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Natalie Dormer, who you might recognize from "Game of Thrones" or "Elementary" plays Evans in the new film "Audrey's Children." Stephanie Stahl reports.
Philadelphia health officials are warning that a child who has measles could have exposed other people to the highly contagious virus at two locations in the city.
A measles case was detected in a person who recently visited multiple Children's Hospital of Philadelphia facilities, health officials said.
Ridley High School's R-Thon raises money and awareness for childhood cancer and cardiac research at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Cleats worn by Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts are being auctioned off to benefit Children's Hospital of Philadelphia through the NFL's "My Cause, My Cleats" program.
The world's smallest heart pump helped save a Children's Hospital of Philadelphia patient's life. Now that it's been FDA-approved for younger children, doctors say it will help even more.
New high-tech help for young heart patients has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Doctors say this will allow them to save more lives, an important milestone as we kick off American Heart Month.
A brain surgeon at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has a mission to make cheerleading safer with the Stunt Showdown at Haverford College on Dec. 21.
Making cheerleading safer is the mission of a brain surgeon at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Stephanie Stahl reports the new competition that has started.
A Florida family who stays at the Ronald McDonald House while their baby boy gets treatment for OEIS complex calls the community they've met family.
Brailey Valenzuela became the fourth patient at CHOP to successfully undergo this type of fetal heart surgery.
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia has successfully performed a historic fetal surgery to remove a heart tumor, saving the life of a fetus from Tennessee. Stephanie Stahl reports.
"Tabletop for CHOP" is using Dungeons and Dragons and other tabletop games to raise money for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
The babies in the NICU at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia won't be home this Halloween but here's hoping they are healthy and happy for next year. In the meantime, CHOP is still getting the little ones in the holiday spirit.
A group of Philadelphia middle schoolers got an inside look at anesthesiology from local doctors.
CHOP has now performed 32 conjoined twin separations, the most of any hospital in North America.
A Philadelphia family is reunited as conjoined twins are now home after being successfully separated and spending a year at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. Stephanie Stahl.
Thousands of people are taking over the Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Philadelphia for the annual CHOP Parkway Run and Walk, which raises money to help children fight cancer. This year's goal is to raise $2 million for pediatric cancer research.
With the Sweet Dream Project, Ayana Banks helps transform regular hospital rooms at CHOP into patients' dream rooms.
There's new hope for people with sickle cell disease which affects mainly African Americans. It's gene therapy research at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia that's being called a game changer.
Barbara Friedes, a doctor at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, was struck and killed by an alleged drunk driver last week, District Attorney Larry Krasner said.
Just over a week after Children's Hospital of Philadelphia doctor Barbara Friedes was hit and killed while riding her bike in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner announced Wednesday that the driver officials believe is responsible has turned himself in to authorities and is charged with homicide.
Philadelphia officials say Barbara Friedes was riding her bike on Spruce Street when she was struck and killed by a driver, Michael Vahey. In a news conference, District Attorney Larry Krasner, Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel and members of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia spoke about the charges.
The temporary truce will be between 6 p.m. local time on Saturday and midnight on Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
The Oklahoma City bombing on April 19, 1995, is still the deadliest example of domestic terrorism in United States history.
A shooting claimed the life of a woman inside a vehicle with a child on the 5700 block of Ludlow Street on Friday night, police said.
Saturday will be a warm day across the Philadelphia area with upper 70s to lower 80s under mostly cloudy skies.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Miami Marlins 7-2 on Friday night.
Firefighters are working to extinguish a wildfire burning in Vineland, New Jersey, as of Friday afternoon.
The temporary truce will be between 6 p.m. local time on Saturday and midnight on Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
The Oklahoma City bombing on April 19, 1995, is still the deadliest example of domestic terrorism in United States history.
A shooting claimed the life of a woman inside a vehicle with a child on the 5700 block of Ludlow Street on Friday night, police said.
The City of Brotherly Love has you covered this weekend with an eclectic lineup of events from A-list concerts and comedy performances to Easter celebrations.
A shooting claimed the life of a woman inside a vehicle with a child on the 5700 block of Ludlow Street on Friday night, police said.
West Chester toy store fears President Trump's tariffs on imports could put them out of business.
Scientists blame climate change for the longer and more intense allergy season, which is increasing the amount of pollen in the air by more than 20%.
Dauphin County officials released the 911 call placed by Cody Balmer, the man accused of setting fire to Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence over the weekend.
For pregnant women at increased risk for preeclampsia, research says this is a way to reduce the chance of the complication and preterm birth.
A nonprofit and a restaurant in South Jersey are teaming up for Good Friday to help families in need with a meal giveaway.
Firefighters are working to extinguish a wildfire still burning in Vineland, New Jersey on Saturday.
New Jersey is now the first state in the country to sue Discord, the online messaging platform.
Daniel Zhang was indicted on 15 counts of invasion of privacy, accused of filming men in restrooms at Atlantic County businesses, officials said.
Employees at a Goodwill in Audubon say Harper has become a bit of a regular at the store while donating items.
Rep. Sarah McBride of Delaware hopes to tackle the issue of the bird flu, as chicken production is her state's top industry.
The Appoquinimink School District said a crash on Route 896 in Bear, Delaware, involved one of its school buses, but no students were injured.
Fifteen-year-old Sa'riyah Patterson was struck and killed by a driver in a hit-and-run in Wilmington on Monday morning.
Fog will linger throughout the day Sunday, with scattered showers expected in Philadelphia throughout the morning. Tomorrow, heavier rain is likely during the AM commute.
Five people, including a police officer, were taken to the hospital after a car crash at Route 1 and Christiana Road, police said.
Scientists blame climate change for the longer and more intense allergy season, which is increasing the amount of pollen in the air by more than 20%.
For pregnant women at increased risk for preeclampsia, research says this is a way to reduce the chance of the complication and preterm birth.
Patients use music and meditation to manage pain and anxiety in a new program at Moss-Magee Rehab in Philadelphia.
A Montgomery County family, who have several children with a wide range of autism symptoms, took issue with RFK Jr. blaming epidemic denial for what he calls a preventable disease.
The CDC is now struggling to keep up with requests for support from states with measles outbreaks.
A nonprofit and a restaurant in South Jersey are teaming up for Good Friday to help families in need with a meal giveaway.
Good food is part of the Good Friday holiday tradition for families in Philadelphia's Port Richmond neighborhood this Easter weekend.
West Chester toy store fears President Trump's tariffs on imports could put them out of business.
Mack Trucks plans to lay off up to 350 people over the next 90 days at its operations center in Lower Macungie Township, Pa.
This Berks County farm provides more than a million apples to food banks and schools every year. But now, sales are plummeting.
The expansion of the Schuylkill River Trail from Christian to Crescent in Philadelphia is scheduled to open on May 17.
I-95 in Delaware County has reopened after a crash near the Route 476 exit.
Transportation advocates and officials gathered in Delaware County on Thursday to call on the state to increase funding for SEPTA.
SEPTA riders and state and local officials gathered at City Hall to protest the potential service cuts and demand a permanent yearly funding increase.
The Paoli-Thorndale line, Broad-Ridge Spur and dozens of bus routes could be on the chopping block if SEPTA can't get a funding boost.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Miami Marlins 7-2 on Friday night.
Phillies relief pitcher Matt Strahm and Victus Sports gifted the Newtown Angels players with new gloves and other equipment.
Athletes, coaches and organizers are getting ready for three days of track and field in Philadelphia.
Lindy Ruff became the NHL's fifth coach to reach 900 wins in the Buffalo Sabres' 5-4 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers in each team's season finale.
Cristopher Sánchez struck out a career-high 12 over seven innings, and the Philadelphia Phillies scored five runs in the first as they beat the San Francisco Giants 6-4 for a four-game split.
Ryan Gosling will star in the next installment of the "Star Wars" franchise, "Star Wars: Starfighter," which will hit theaters in May 2027. Shawn Levy will direct the film.
The City of Brotherly Love has you covered this weekend with an eclectic lineup of events from A-list concerts and comedy performances to Easter celebrations.
Michelle Trachtenberg's death was initially undetermined but the medical examiner amended it after lab test results showed complications of diabetes mellitus.
As the HBO series "The Last of Us" returns, fans wonder: How much of the chilling storyline about a fungal zombie pandemic is rooted in reality?
The mayor of one New Jersey town says the charitable efforts of rock star Jon Bon Jovi and his wife are creating problems, but others in the area say they're not to blame.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
High temperatures will reach the 70s and 80s in the Philadelphia region on Saturday before a pleasant Easter Sunday. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Grant Gilmore has the latest forecast.
National parks including Independence National Historical Park have freebies available Saturday, April 19, to kick off National Parks Week.
Philadelphia police said a woman was shot inside a vehicle on the 5700 block of Ludlow Street.
As they do throughout the year, Chosen 300 Ministries made a point of giving of their time by serving those in need on this Good Friday. Siafa Lewis has reports on this positive community impact.
Bill Kelly has the latest forecast.