N.J. man pain-free thanks to sickle cell treatment at CHOP
Black History Month is poignant for one family after a man got a historic, innovative treatment at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
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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.
September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month, which aims to educate people about the need for more blood donations that are needed for transfusions that sickle cell patients depend on.
Families of those who have sickle cell disease in the Philadelphia area are pushing for more research and a cure.
Buildings across the region will be illuminated in red light in recognition of World Sickle Cell Awareness Day. Stephanie Stahl reports more on the Shine the Light campaign.
There will be a blood drive for sickle cell disease – the most common inherited blood disorder – this weekend in South Jersey to mark the beginning of Black History Month.
There will be a blood drive for sickle cell disease this weekend in South Jersey to mark the beginning of Black History Month. Here's how you can help.
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.
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.
This week, the CBS NEXT Weather Network had team coverage of snow and fridge temperatures and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. events around the city.
A blood drive in Glassboro, New Jersey, on Monday collected donations for people who have sickle cell disease, which mainly affects African Americans.
A blood drive Monday at the Church of St. Bridget gathered donations for people with sickle cell disease.
CHOP pioneered a gene therapy that's already helping patients who have sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder.
The FDA recently approved the first gene therapies to treat patients with sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder. Children's Hospital of Philadelphia helped pioneer the treatment, which experts say is a "real gamechanger" for this disease, which mainly affects people of color.
Sickle cell disease affects approximately 100,000 people in the U.S., predominantly people of color.
A sixth grader from Long Island's Sag Harbor died in a rafting accident on a school trip, officials said.
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.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
A local woman plans to honor her mother's memory as a captain in the American Lung Association's 12th Annual Lung Force Walk this weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo.
Iran says it targeted a U.S. base in retaliation for the second set of what the Pentagon calls "purely defensive" strikes carried out this week.
Sources say four people will be charged in connection with the murder of a man whose body was found in a suitcase in Kensington.
A sixth grader from Long Island's Sag Harbor died in a rafting accident on a school trip, officials said.
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.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
A local woman plans to honor her mother's memory as a captain in the American Lung Association's 12th Annual Lung Force Walk this weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
A local woman plans to honor her mother's memory as a captain in the American Lung Association's 12th Annual Lung Force Walk this weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo.
Firefighters are on the scene in the 300 block of West Wellens Street after flames broke out early Thursday.
The proposal would bring more than 4 million square feet of facilities to Upper Merion and West Conshohocken.
Sources say four people will be charged in connection with the murder of a man whose body was found in a suitcase in Kensington.
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.
Neighbors in Cumberland County say the noise from a data center is disrupting their quality of life and property values.
After fans reported they may have been misled about where the seats they bought were actually located, the attorneys general of New York and New Jersey are investigating FIFA over World Cup ticketing practices for matches at MetLife Stadium.
The announcement comes after dozens of New Jersey groups petitioned the governor to issue a ban on artificial intelligence data centers.
Protesters came face-to-face with ICE agents Tuesday outside Delaney Hall immigration detention facility in Newark, New Jersey.
Now that the 2026 U.S. Men's National Team soccer roster is out, here's a look at the Philly ties across the lineup.
Families turned to indoor activities such as shopping, visiting museums and bowling on Monday in the Philadelphia area.
Just a week after a fire destroyed the Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, its congregation now has a temporary place to worship.
A historic Black church in New Castle County is making a powerful comeback after a pair of hit-and-run crashes left the sanctuary heavily damaged.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A local woman plans to honor her mother's memory as a captain in the American Lung Association's 12th Annual Lung Force Walk this weekend at the Philadelphia Zoo.
A former flight attendant who lost her arms and legs during the COVID-19 battle in 2021 is using new technology to help make life easier.
Michelle Lipchock went from being told she had just two years to live to now living every day to the fullest.
Sandy Sovann, 34, was diagnosed with a rare lung disease, pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or PAP.
A patient at Jefferson Moss Magee Rehab is the first person in Philadelphia to use new technology allowing people who are paralyzed to use their hands.
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.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
SEPTA launched its first-ever digital real-time arrival display Wednesday at the bus stop at Broad Street and Oregon Avenue.
Organizers say they want FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
Travelers in New Jersey said rain and high gas prices put a damper on their Memorial Day weekend plans this year.
SEPTA is preparing for large crowds as Philadelphia celebrates America's 250th birthday on July 4.
Pennsylvania and Philadelphia officials announced an investment that could impact the city's sports teams located in South Philly.
Cristopher Sánchez made Phillies history and extended his scoreless streak to 44 2/3 innings in a 3-0 win on Wednesday against the Padres for a three-game sweep.
A.J. Brown was absent from the Philadelphia Eagles' OTAs on Wednesday ahead of a potential trade next week.
Phillies ace Cristopher Sánchez broke Grover Cleveland Alexander's franchise scoreless inning streak set in 1911 Wednesday.
The Philadelphia Union on Wednesday fired head coach Bradley Carnell and made Jon Scheer their full-time sporting director.
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.
Rob Base, the MC whose lyrics lit up the dancefloor classic "It Takes Two" and got countless people moving worldwide, passed away Friday.
Pop star Britney Spears said she was "totally fine" to drive and had not had a drink for about six hours when she was pulled over by the California Highway Patrol.
Philadelphia natives Will Smith and Jill Scott will perform at the 2026 Wawa Welcome America concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
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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.
Smart traffic lights and a new on ramp to I-76 westbound are part of $30 million in upgrades coming to the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. Officials say the upgrades will help improve traffic when fans are coming to and leaving events. Ross DiMattei reports.
Chopper 3 was over the scene as firefighters sprayed water on the flames at a duplex on Marshall Avenue in Collingdale, Pennsylvania.
The Philly Phlash bus will be stopping at a new location to help fans get to the 39-day FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill.
After a rainy Memorial Day Weekend, maybe it's time for a do-over if you canceled your barbecue plans. We earned this stretch of sunny weather that will take hold in the Philadelphia region over the coming days. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Kate Bilo has the latest forecast.
The 130th annual Devon Horse Show is underway in Chester County, bringing some of the world's top equestrians to the storied Dixon Oval. Rider and local attorney Sophie Davish chats with our Wakisha Bailey and shares how equestrian sports require dedication.