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Parkinson's patients in Montgomery County gain strength and confidence through weekly rock climbing classes at Gravity Vault.
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Parkinson's patients in Montgomery County gain strength and confidence through weekly rock climbing classes at Gravity Vault.
Music was at the center of Denise Bacon's life until Parkinson's disease forced her to stop playing. Then, she played her clarinet during a recent brain surgery at King's College Hospital in London, and now she's moving — and playing — better than she has in years.
Hall of Fame NFL quarterback Brett Favre said during testimony before Congress Tuesday he has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. Currently, there is no known cure, but a variety of medications can provide relief.
Press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre faced repeated questions about whether visits to the White House by a Parkinson's disease specialist involved President Biden.
The South Jersey construction worker said it took years to figure out what was wrong. Wanting an alternative to medications, he decided to try deep brain stimulation.
There's a special kind of dance class for people with Parkinson's disease that's fun and helps improve movement and balance problems.
Research shows there's been a 50% increase in Parkinson's cases over five years, many patients are under age 50.
Michael J. Fox was at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia for a Q&A about the film. When he was introduced and bowed, he lost his balance, falling and bumping into a couch.
It was a week of uncertainty after a chemical spill nearly impacted Philly's tap water, the city's police commissioner was involved in a crash and the Phillies returned. Here's what you missed.
An unusual therapy for Parkinson's disease is gaining popularity.
The number of people being diagnosed with Parkinson's disease has been increasing and it's not known exactly why.
In a "CBS This Morning" appearance on Tuesday, the 82-year-old actor said that he was diagnosed with the disease three and a half years ago.
Kicking off Saturday morning with a happy – and hoppy - 5K, runners laced up for the 4th annual Philly Rabbit Run at the Philadelphia Zoo.
For years famed boxer Muhammad Ali was the face of Parkinson's disease. Now a local organization is now using that sport to combat the illness.
People newly diagnosed with Parkinson's disease often struggle with not just depression, but anxiety and fatigue as well according to a new study conducted here in Philadelphia.
Williams passing has shed light on his overall health; both mental and physical.
The red tulip is the international symbol for Parkinson's, so the Rocky statue in front of the art museum was adorned in the flowers.
A local researcher is showing promising results on an experimental drug to treat Parkinson's Disease.
The reason for Rendell's support is both simple and profound: "My mom essentially died of Parkinson's Disease," he said at the luncheon in his honor.
Students from the Mastery-Shoemaker charter school peered at slides of mouse brain cells, and even got to hold a human brain.
Scientists at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey say they developed a test that is more than 90 percent accurate in detecting the presence of Alzheimer's Disease.
An elementary school in the Bristol Borough School District was evacuated Wednesday after a gas leak.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
The 20th annual Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation Lemon Ball will raise awareness and funds for critical research and recognize amazing childhood cancer heroes.
The 2026 Philadelphia Flower Show, which coincides with country's 250th birthday, will celebrate the people, places and legacies that have shaped gardening throughout American history.
Nearly a century later, Girl Scout cookies are still going strong — and they have their origins in Philadelphia, the "birthplace of cookies."
A four-alarm fire broke out at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
An elementary school in the Bristol Borough School District was evacuated Wednesday after a gas leak.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
The 20th annual Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation Lemon Ball will raise awareness and funds for critical research and recognize amazing childhood cancer heroes.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
An elementary school in the Bristol Borough School District was evacuated Wednesday after a gas leak.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
The 20th annual Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation Lemon Ball will raise awareness and funds for critical research and recognize amazing childhood cancer heroes.
The 2026 Philadelphia Flower Show, which coincides with country's 250th birthday, will celebrate the people, places and legacies that have shaped gardening throughout American history.
Regina McCann Hess, a certified financial planner, says divorce can be one of the biggest financial transactions of your life.
A four-alarm fire broke out at a high-rise building in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Minor league hockey returns to Trenton, New Jersey, in 2026-27 for the first time in 13 years: meet the Ironhawks of the ECHL.
The New Jersey governor highlighted his achievements during his eight years in office in his final State of the State address.
New Jersey is suing a recycling company over a series of fires at scrap metal yards in Camden.
The Paterson School District says the teacher accused of giving special needs students hot sauce as a form of discipline has been relieved of her duties.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
The Delaware Farm Bureau has announced the 10 winners of its annual amateur photography contest.
Hundreds of people gathered for a final farewell to Delaware State Trooper Matthew "Ty" Snook after he was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV.
Delaware State Police Cpl. Matthew "Ty" Snook will be laid to rest on Monday, nearly two weeks after he was shot and killed inside the Wilmington DMV.
Lawmakers who represent the Philadelphia area gave their opinions on the U.S.' military operation in Venezuela on Saturday.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
A potentially deadly and drug-resistant fungus is spreading nationwide, including New York and New Jersey.
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.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
One person was killed after a crash involving a horse and buggy in the 4000 block of Strasburg Road in Salisbury Township.
Brian Daboll and Todd Monken are some of the candidates who could become the next offensive coordinator of the Philadelphia Eagles.
The Phillies acquired Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pirates, days after Pittsburgh designated the pitcher for assignment.
The Eagles have fired offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, two days after the Birds' loss to the 49ers in the wild-card round.
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has informed the team that he is stepping down from his position.
Temple University assistant men's basketball coach Bill Courtney has died suddenly, the school announced Tuesday. He was 55.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
Bob Weir wrote or co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Grateful Dead classics including "Sugar Magnolia," "One More Saturday Night" and "Mexicali Blues."
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Natasha Brown reports.
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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.
In just a few weeks, the Philadelphia Flower Show will bloom inside the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The theme for the 2026 show is "Rooted: Origins of American Gardening," and will bring to life "the personal stories, cultural traditions, and horticultural inspiration that connect us to plants, each other, and shape how we garden today," the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society said.
A three-story rowhome caught fire in Philadelphia's Kensington neighborhood Wednesday morning at the intersection of North Lee Street and East Cambria Street. No one was hurt and the Fire Marshal is investigating.
Temple University assistant men's basketball coach Bill Courtney has died suddenly, the school announced Tuesday. He was 55.
Firefighters described the hazardous but ultimately successful firefight at the Brighton Towers high-rise building in Atlantic City after a fire broke out Wednesday morning. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Over the last two decades, CBS News Philadelphia has been honored to share the incredible work of the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation in the fight against childhood cancer. This month, Alex's will host its 20th annual Lemon Ball to raise awareness and funds for critical research, and recognize amazing childhood cancer heroes and their families.