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When a Delaware County woman said her health insurance suddenly cut off coverage for critical medication, she turned to an unlikely source for help.
Attorneys for Prospect Medical Holdings have asked a judge if the company can "abandon" the properties that contain Taylor and Delaware County Memorial hospitals in Pennsylvania, excluding them from the bankruptcy estate.
A law that limits the operations of mobile service providers in Philadelphia's Kensington section can go into effect this week, but it's unclear when city officials will start enforcing the policy.
Advocates and families in Philadelphia raised alarm Monday about the effects of the Medicaid cuts in the legislation President Trump has called the "big, beautiful bill." In a statement about the bill, the White House said in part, "there will be no cuts to Medicaid."
The Supreme Court ruled that Tennessee's law restricting gender-affirming care for transgender youth does not violate the 14th Amendment.
Capital Health is shutting down its campus at Bert and Hamilton avenues in Trenton, New Jersey — the former St. Francis Medical Center — because of structural issues in an adjoining building. As of 7 a.m. on Thursday, patients requiring emergency or acute care will be diverted to Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton and Capital Health Medical Center-Hopewell in Pennington, Capital said.
A free training program at Jefferson Health is preparing Philadelphia students for jobs in health care and in the Jefferson system.
It will build a Wilmington, Delaware facility dedicated to making its cancer drug, Keytruda, for U.S. patients.
Ridley Park has declared a disaster emergency because of the possible closure of Taylor Hospital, which is part of the Crozer Health system in Delaware County, Pennsylvania.
Patients use music and meditation to manage pain and anxiety in a new program at Moss-Magee Rehab in Philadelphia.
A possible deal to save the Crozer Health system and keep two Delaware County hospitals open is in jeopardy, sources say.
ChristianaCare is building two micro-hospitals in Delaware County. This project comes at a time when many people in Delco are worried about access to health care.
ChristianaCare is building two micro-hospitals in Delaware County. The first will be built at 700 Turner Way in Aston. ChristianaCare is considering a spot on North State Road in Springfield. Madeleine Wright reports this project comes at a time when many people in Delco are worried about access to health care.
At a rally Tuesday, Crozer Health workers called for a long-term solution to keep the system — which includes Crozer-Chester Medical Center, Taylor Hospital and other facilities in Delaware County, Pennsylvania — open.
An attorney said in a bankruptcy hearing that foundation funding keeping Crozer Health afloat would run out in two weeks, not the four to six that officials previously stated. What does it mean for the system owned by the struggling Prospect Medical Holdings? CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden reports.
Philadelphia leaders on Wednesday celebrated the opening of a new community engagement center in Kensington that will provide health care and services such as tax prep.
The campus will include a hospital with an emergency room and a health center.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
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.
Travel nurse Kendall Sharkey went from the Philadelphia area down to western North Carolina, and then Hurricane Helene hit. She tells Wakisha Bailey about treating patients injured in the storm, seeing the extreme flooding in the area and the hospital losing power.
Medical workers held a rally Tuesday night to express concerns about how a proposed new 76ers arena could impact traffic and transporting patients to emergency rooms.
Black women are about 40% more likely to die of breast cancer than White women, but new research is showing this applies to all forms of the disease — and examines why. Reporter Stephanie Stahl has the details.
When Donald Trump and Kamala Harris meet onstage in Philadelphia, they'll both know there's little debate that Pennsylvania is critical to their chances of winning the presidency.
Gov. Phil Murphy announced that the medical debts of thousands of New Jersey families would be relieved. Here's how to tell if you qualify.
On Saturday, Temple Health will hold a community block party where Philadelphians can get free services and screenings.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will come with two noticeable changes — the humidity increase and the few storms that pass by the area.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
Haiti ends a 52-year absence from soccer's biggest stage, sparking excitement among members of the Haitian community throughout South Jersey and beyond.
Seven people were shot in Trenton, New Jersey, Tuesday night, police said.
Brandon Valenzuela hit a game-winning single in the ninth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays scored twice off Jhoan Duran to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2.
Seven people were shot in Trenton, New Jersey, Tuesday night, police said.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will come with two noticeable changes — the humidity increase and the few storms that pass by the area.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
Haiti ends a 52-year absence from soccer's biggest stage, sparking excitement among members of the Haitian community throughout South Jersey and beyond.
Brandon Valenzuela hit a game-winning single in the ninth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays scored twice off Jhoan Duran to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
A 45-year-old woman was beaten to death with two bricks in a North Philadelphia alley Sunday morning, police said.
A Bucks County man used the chatbot Grok on X to create more than 30 images of AI-generated child porn, officials said.
The new public safety hub brings Philadelphia police, SEPTA police, Jefferson police and more under one roof to help the agencies coordinate and keep people safe.
After a CBS News Philadelphia investigation exposed the rampant sale of nitrous oxide in Pennsylvania smoke shops, a new law is now in the works.
Seven people were shot in Trenton, New Jersey, Tuesday night, police said.
Four high school seniors will be awarded scholarships in honor of Danielle Kousoulis, a South Jersey woman who died on 9/11.
The City of Camden ordered EMR Recycling to cease operations after a number of scrap yard fires broke out at the facility.
The body of missing swimmer Carlos Gil-Reyes, known by friends as Carlos Manuel, was recovered from the Delaware River, authorities said.
While many LGBTQ+ couples have historically chosen to live in big cities, more are now moving to the suburbs across the Philadelphia region.
Anticipation grows in Delaware's West African community as the Ivory Coast's national soccer team settles into its Wilmington hotel ahead of the World Cup.
A teenager was arrested after she allegedly stabbed her hairdresser and another person inside a Wilmington hair salon, Delaware State Police said.
Gordon Turner was convicted of murder and other charges after hitting and killing a University of Delaware student with a U-Haul van last year.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Delaware State troopers found the young girl dead in her bedroom after her father allegedly hit her multiple times with a belt.
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
A star high school lacrosse player in Delaware is back on the field after a mysterious condition in his jaw turned out to be something much more serious.
Researchers at Penn Medicine say the revolutionary cancer treatment CAR-T therapy may also help patients with kidney failure.
Preliminary research out of Penn Medicine indicates that GLP-1 drugs could prevent breast cancer, but more study is needed.
ChristianaCare Hospital, Aston — Delaware County's first micro-hospital — is expected to treat 15,000 patients annually.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
A new website helps visitors and residents check traffic conditions before heading to events in Philadelphia this summer.
PennDOT is replacing a bridge built in 1950 that carries State Road across the Darby Creek, linking Upper Darby and Springfield townships.
SEPTA's South Broad Concourse links 15th/City Hall and Walnut-Locust stations and reopened after being closed for six years.
A police pursuit that started in Philadelphia's Kensington section ended with a car fire along I-95 Friday afternoon, sources said.
SEPTA's board voted to approve its annual service plan Thursday, including the transit authority's first-ever comprehensive bus redesign.
Haiti ends a 52-year absence from soccer's biggest stage, sparking excitement among members of the Haitian community throughout South Jersey and beyond.
Brandon Valenzuela hit a game-winning single in the ninth inning and the Toronto Blue Jays scored twice off Jhoan Duran to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 3-2.
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said A.J. Brown had a "good run" in Philadelphia and spoke highly of the team's new receiver room.
A partnership between the Philadelphia Phillies and Nest helps introduce over 20 high school students to careers in the trades.
The Phillies and MLB announced on Tuesday a more than $5 million investment to help make a lasting impact in Philadelphia.
The Godmother of Soul — Philly's own Patti LaBelle — received a Lifetime Achievement Award during the college's Rhythm and RISE celebration.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
"LUZIA" showcases Mexican culture under the Big Top at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks through June 7.
The American Music Awards celebrate fan favorites in the music world and feature performances from multiple artists.
Patti LaBelle said she's "having fun living it down" as the legendary singer marks her 82nd birthday.
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.
Bill Kelly is tracking storms for Wednesday in the Philadelphia region. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
The Community College of Philadelphia marked its 60th anniversary Tuesday night with a fundraiser featuring student music, art and a visit from one of the city's most celebrated performers.
Dozens of Haitian soccer fans gathered at Stockton University on Tuesday for a rare opportunity to watch Haiti's men's national team train in person as the squad prepares for its return to the FIFA World Cup.
The road was closed for nearly five hours after a tractor-trailer flipped on its side.
At least two people were shot in Trenton on Tuesday night, according to police.