"Jimmy Jam" saved 6 lives through organ donation: "He's continuing life"
One Philadelphia mom who didn't trust organ donation changed her mind after she watched what happened with her son, "Jimmy Jam."
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One Philadelphia mom who didn't trust organ donation changed her mind after she watched what happened with her son, "Jimmy Jam."
The West Chester community held a vigil to honor Garrett Nicholas, a 21-year-old student who was hit and killed by a car in April.
Garrett Nicholas, the student hit and killed in Pennsylvania, saved three people and will help dozens of others through organ donation.
A desperate family turned to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, where the team created a first-of-its-kind intervention.
A Philadelphia family is grieving the loss of their beloved Navy officer, who's now being remembered for giving the gift of life.
Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday in May. That's when the nation pauses to honor military members who died while serving in the branches of the U.S. military. A Philadelphia family is grieving the loss of their Navy man, who's now being remembered for giving the gift of life. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Thousands of people hit the streets on Sunday for the 28th annual Donor Dash at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia. The event brings together donor families and transplant recipients with the larger goal of saving more lives. Our Ross DiMattei spoke with two organ donor recipients who shared their personal health stories and connection to the cause.
A local high school baseball team helped one of their own find a new chance at life through the gift of organ donation. Alicia Roberts reports from South Philadelphia.
Transplant patients who are now part of each other had the opportunity to meet in person at a special introduction at Temple Hospital on Friday. Stephanie Stahl was there for the big moment.
A 21-year-old man from Levittown is saving lives nearly one month after his death. His parents plan to honor him while ensuring his case doesn't go cold.
A 21-year-old man from Levittown is saving lives nearly one month after his death. Aiden Zeallor, who was shot and killed while driving on 95 last month, gave the gift of life to four people who needed an organ donation. Ray Strickland reports how his parents plan to honor him while ensuring his case doesn’t go cold.
A 21-year-old man from Levittown is saving lives nearly one month after his death. Aiden Zeallor, who was shot and killed while driving on 95 last month, gave the gift of life to four people who needed an organ donation. Ray Strickland reports how his parents plan to honor him while ensuring his case doesn’t go cold.
A Montgomery County woman received an organ donation for her second lung transplant with help from the FBI.
Children in Montgomery County facing huge medical issues can focus on just being a kid, thanks to a special camp. Their siblings are welcome too.
August 1 is PA Donor Day, encouraging Pennsylvanians to register as an organ and tissue donor. One donor tragically killed at age 22 was able to save six people's lives.
Cynthia London's son Sipho was an organ donor who helped six people in need of transplants. Since his death, she has become an ambassador promoting the good that organ donors can do for others. Jan Carabeo shares Sipho and Cynthia's story on PA Donor Day.
20-year-old Onyi Kenine is winning more medals at this year's Transplant Games in Alabama.
The Transplant Games aim to help increase awareness about the need for more organ donors and celebrate life for transplant recipients.
Nationally, more than 1,900 children received lifesaving transplants in 2023, matched from nearly 900 pediatric organ donors. More than 500 children waiting for a donor organ are between 1 and 5 years old.
New technology is improving the organ transplant process, which means donors can save even more lives.
New technology is making organ transplants better and easier than ever. Health reporter Stephanie Stahl explains how one man benefited from the new process.
David O'Brian will run in the Donor Dash in Philadelphia later this month to celebrate his daughter, an organ donor who died 10 years ago.
It's been 10 years since the family lost their beloved Evie. Time has passed but the heartache lives on. Stephanie Stahl reports.
A kidney donor and her recipient will participate in the DreamWalk Fashion Show in Fishtown this month.
This is a mother-son love match in Delaware County with a special connection on National Donor Day with a catch.
A former South Jersey mayor who pleaded guilty to DUI and child endangerment charges is accused of using fake signatures to get her name on the Democratic primary ballot.
One Philadelphia mom who didn't trust organ donation changed her mind after she watched what happened with her son, "Jimmy Jam."
Two teenagers were injured during an assault at Uptown Beer Garden in Center City Monday night, Philadelphia police said.
Dante Shackleford is the second person sentenced to prison for his role in several Brinks truck robberies in 2025.
New Jersey State Police troopers were called to Trenton City Hall on Tuesday morning to collect evidence for an investigation.
One Philadelphia mom who didn't trust organ donation changed her mind after she watched what happened with her son, "Jimmy Jam."
A former South Jersey mayor who pleaded guilty to DUI and child endangerment charges is accused of using fake signatures to get her name on the Democratic primary ballot.
The shooting drew a large police presence in Wilmington, Delaware, Tuesday morning.
Two teenagers were injured during an assault at Uptown Beer Garden in Center City Monday night, Philadelphia police said.
Dante Shackleford is the second person sentenced to prison for his role in several Brinks truck robberies in 2025.
One Philadelphia mom who didn't trust organ donation changed her mind after she watched what happened with her son, "Jimmy Jam."
Two teenagers were injured during an assault at Uptown Beer Garden in Center City Monday night, Philadelphia police said.
Dante Shackleford is the second person sentenced to prison for his role in several Brinks truck robberies in 2025.
Portals Organization says it's looking for a new host for the livestreaming attraction within the city of Philadelphia.
Kensington native and MMA legend Eddie Alvarez is thrilled to see UFC 330 come to Philadelphia this weekend.
A former South Jersey mayor who pleaded guilty to DUI and child endangerment charges is accused of using fake signatures to get her name on the Democratic primary ballot.
New Jersey State Police troopers were called to Trenton City Hall on Tuesday morning to collect evidence for an investigation.
A 36-year-old man was charged with attempted murder after stabbing two people in Egg Harbor Township Sunday morning, police said.
An emergency curfew will go into effect in the city of Trenton Friday night after multiple violent crimes happened in recent months, city officials said.
A massive 8-foot python was found in a New Jersey backyard. The 40-pound snake is now safely back in a cage, but not before it gave residents in Freehold a scare.
The shooting drew a large police presence in Wilmington, Delaware, Tuesday morning.
Two teenagers were injured in a stabbing in New Castle County Sunday afternoon, police said.
William Simpler Jr. is charged with fatally shooting Jason Paoletti in a road rage shooting in Delaware.
Electronic speed cameras are now in place along a busy residential road in Delaware.
Two crews from the Delaware Forest Service traveled to assist fire crews in Minnesota working to contain wildfires sparked by lightning.
One Philadelphia mom who didn't trust organ donation changed her mind after she watched what happened with her son, "Jimmy Jam."
An incredible story of luck, bravery and medical expertise after a Glassboro dad gets impaled with a tree branch.
Temple University alum Dr. David Hartman was the first blind person to graduate from an American medical school.
Measles cases have spread to the Lehigh Valley in Pennsylvania, as a big jump in outbreaks is happening in other parts of the state.
The Chick Mission, a nonprofit, rolled into Montgomery County on Monday. It aims to save fertility for young women who have cancer by providing grants.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
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.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
LeBron James will return to Los Angeles on Christmas Day in 2026, and the Sixers will open the season in New York against the Knicks.
Edmundo Sosa drove in three runs and Kyle Schwarber reached base four times as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-5 on Monday night.
Congress is asking MLB to prohibit promotional deals with betting operators after Phillies star Bryce Harper was featured in a video for a FanDuel VIP reward customer.
Kensington native and MMA legend Eddie Alvarez is thrilled to see UFC 330 come to Philadelphia this weekend.
BLJ Community Rowing, founded by former Division I athlete Brannon Johnson, has introduced more than 1,000 people to rowing.
The Philadelphia theater program created for Black girls returns with an original production exploring identity, immigration and the stories often left untold.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
The Regal movie theater in King of Prussia said its IMAX 70mm projector is working again after an outage that affected screenings of "The Odyssey."
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
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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.
Eagles second-year wide receiver Darius Cooper has seen increased playing time with the starting offense as DeVonta Smith continues to battle a hamstring injury. CBS News Philadelphia's Siafa Lewis has more on how Cooper is making the most of his opportunity.
LaRue Temple, a North Philly native, is about to embark on his third decade at Merion Golf Club.
For nearly seven decades, the Kelly family has been in the restaurant business in Northeast Philadelphia.
Two years ago, Jimmy, at the age of 30, died from a cardiac arrest. His organs saved six people. Now, his mother, Madeline Sargent, is part of the Gift of Life community and has changed her mind about organ donation. CBS News Philadelphia health reporter Stephanie Stahl reports.
There has been a quick and critical reaction from the medical community after President Trump announced he wants to change childhood vaccinations. The move has many parents worried and confused. CBS News Philadelphia health reporter Stephanie Stahl reports.