Angie's List: Necessary Home Improvements
In this week's Angie's list report, Jim Donovan looks at several home improvement projects you can't ignore.
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In this week's Angie's list report, Jim Donovan looks at several home improvement projects you can't ignore.
They're aimed at curbing injuries and deaths when drivers are involved in a crash. But new crash tests show that you might not be as protected as you think when riding in some mid-size SUVs.
3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan visits one Delaware County high school where students are getting a jump start in managing their own finances.
3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan has some advice that can help protect privacy and keep devices running smoothly.
They were looking to save money on utilities, but instead their electric bills went through the roof. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan was the first to shed light on electricity price spikes that took consumers by surprise this winter and now tells about changes finalized today that will help consumers avoid shocking bills in the future.
If you travel by air, chances are you've racked up frequent flyer miles. Whether you use them to upgrade your seat or book a free ticket, the last thing you want is for them to expire. But 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan takes a look at another reason why they may go to waste, and you probably haven't prepared for it.
3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan takes a look at some of the top myths when it comes to getting a good fare and saving money.
That last-minute sprint to finish can sometimes lead to costly mistakes, so 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan takes a look at some of the most common errors.
In this week's Angie's List report, Jim Donovan has some things you should know before you do any house hunting.
Spring traditionally brings new life to the real estate scene.
Smoking electronic cigarettes in public places in the city of Philadelphia could soon be restricted. City Council is set to vote Thursday on whether to ban them in places like restaurants, bars and public parks, just like the current regular cigarette ban in the city.
Have you filed your tax return yet? If not, you may want to file it soon.
In this week's Angie's list report, Jim Donovan has a look at some things you should know before starting your next paint project.
Do you have health insurance? With less than two weeks to go until the end of open enrollment, 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us what you need to know.
In this 3 On Your Side consumer report Jim Donovan continues to seek justice for the church.
Colonoscopies are reducing colon cancer cases in the United States, and it's saving lives. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl is here with more on a new report.
Do you have any valuable pieces of jewelry in your home? When was the last time you had them appraised? In this week's Angie's List report, Jim Donovan explains why you might want to get it done soon.
As 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds, this goes way beyond simply squabbling over finances.
With the recent rash of data breaches, most consumers are checking their credit report more regularly. In fact 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan can't pass up an opportunity to remind people to check theirs! But do you know what to do if you find a mistake? Well Jim does, and breaks things down for us.
They called claiming to be with Verizon, and told him he was entitled to receive some extra cash. But something just didn't seem right. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us about one man's experience with what's being called the $54 scam.
It seems innocent enough. Doctors say that, for most people, one drink won't get them legally drunk. But new research has found that for people over 55, one drink can turn them into dangerous drivers.
No more dreading the dentist, now there's a new quick and easy way to treat a common problem. It's being called an important breakthrough.
3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us about some of the best things to buy in March and what you may want to put off purchasing.
As 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds, you may not be covered the way that you think.
Ever imagine living life without being able to smell? For some people, that's reality, and there's no treatment.
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games, was airlifted off the mountain.
Joel Embiid scored 33 points, Tyrese Maxey added 29 as the 76ers beat the cold-shooting Suns Saturday night.
Arctic air remains Sunday as highs only climb into the upper teens. Philadelphia woke up to temps around 5 degrees, the first single-digit low for the city since 2022.
As part of a 38-city tour across North America, the FIFA World Cup trophy is coming to Philly before competition kicks off.
The Please Touch Museum marked Black History Month with a daylong celebration centered on representation, creativity and possibility.
Arctic air remains Sunday as highs only climb into the upper teens. Philadelphia woke up to temps around 5 degrees, the first single-digit low for the city since 2022.
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games, was airlifted off the mountain.
Joel Embiid scored 33 points, Tyrese Maxey added 29 as the 76ers beat the cold-shooting Suns Saturday night.
As part of a 38-city tour across North America, the FIFA World Cup trophy is coming to Philly before competition kicks off.
Camden firefighter Howard Bennett died after falling into the icy Delaware River Thursday.
As part of a 38-city tour across North America, the FIFA World Cup trophy is coming to Philly before competition kicks off.
The Please Touch Museum marked Black History Month with a daylong celebration centered on representation, creativity and possibility.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The Center City dive bar is raising its minimum age to 25 in an effort to crack down on underage drinking and disruptive behavior.
In her five decades leading Temple University's women's fencing program, Dr. Nikki Franke broke barriers and built opportunities for future generations.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
A number of restaurants in the Philadelphia area landed on OpenTable's list of the Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in the U.S.
After a portion of the Keansburg Fishing Pier crashed into the Raritan Bay, there's now concern at other marinas and piers that are being hit by ice chunks.
John Quinesso Sr., a World War II veteran from South Jersey, still drives himself everywhere he needs to go.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
A Delaware man is behind bars after he allegedly attacked two other men over a parking dispute, police say.
A teenager and a 21-year-old man were injured in a shooting in Wilmington Monday afternoon, police said.
A new kind of joint replacement is now available for people who have a certain kind of arthritis in the hand.
A person with a confirmed case of measles visited an urgent care center in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, last month, health officials said.
A toddler and a dog from Los Angeles have a unique bond that came together thanks to a Philly doctor and a story from CBS News Philadelphia.
New Jersey has less than a one-week supply of red blood cells and less than a day's supply of platelets, health officials say.
For Kolin and his family, CHOP was a home away from home while he waited for a heart transplant.
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.
The city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Philadelphia is closing several roads in Center City Tuesday night to remove snow after a winter storm dumped nearly 10 inches over the weekend.
Transportation service will ramp up gradually Monday across the Philadelphia area following the weekend snowstorm.
Lindsey Vonn, who came out of retirement to compete in the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games, was airlifted off the mountain.
Joel Embiid scored 33 points, Tyrese Maxey added 29 as the 76ers beat the cold-shooting Suns Saturday night.
As part of a 38-city tour across North America, the FIFA World Cup trophy is coming to Philly before competition kicks off.
Prosecutors have dropped the most serious assault charge against Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna.
Eagles superfan Ed Callahan, 79, won the NFL's 2025 Fan of the Year award on Thursday night.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
The Temple University Jazz Band is releasing its first internationally-recorded album after placing first at the National Collegiate Jazz Championship.
Mural Arts Philadelphia is looking for an artist or team of artists to design a mural honoring Boyz II Men's contributions to music and culture as the city celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Chuck Negron, a founding member of Three Dog Night whose lead vocals powered a string of hits for one of the top rock acts of the late 1960s and early '70s has died. He was 83.
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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.
The Philadelphia City Council is set to vote this week on a bill that would place a three-year suspension on dog breeding across the city. The bill specifically targets the sale and breeding of dogs under 7 months old.
A water main break in North Philadelphia created an icy mess on the 2300 block of North Park Avenue Saturday night. Plus, Sunday is the last day to visit the Philadelphia Auto Show, and frigid temperatures stick around for another day before a midweek warm-up.
Arctic air remains in place all day Sunday as temperatures only climb into the upper teens Sunday afternoon. While it won't be as windy as Saturday, wind gusts around 25 mph through the day will likely keep wind chills near zero or into the single digits. Finally by Tuesday afternoon, temperatures will climb back above freezing with highs in the upper 30s.
The Puerto Rican community in Philadelphia is hosting several watch parties for the Super Bowl, aka Benito Bowl, on Sunday. Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny will perform during the halftime show.
For decades, the Pennsylvania SPCA has helped animals beat the odds and overcome heartbreaking abuse. Animal advocate Carol Erickson introduces us to some of the animals recently rescued by the PSPCA.