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3-On Your Side: Scams Targeting Job Hunters
Are you in the market for a better job? Or maybe you're out of work and looking for an opportunity just to earn a living? With unemployment still high, many job-hunters can fall victim to scams.
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Are you in the market for a better job? Or maybe you're out of work and looking for an opportunity just to earn a living? With unemployment still high, many job-hunters can fall victim to scams.
The political stalemate in Washington has left airlines unable to charge many taxes. You'd think that would be good news for travelers as it should make tickets cheaper.
Between higher fees and frequent delays, if you ask most people, they'll tell you flying isn't what it used to be. Now some changes are coming next month that are supposed to protect us.
He operated travel companies that opened and closed at the blink of an eye and many of his customers say they experienced the same thing, they paid for vacations that they never received.
They wanted to take a trip, but instead got taken for a ride! You heard about it first here on CBS 3, would-be-travelers that paid for vacation packages that they never received.
Good news to report today for some people in the market to buy a house. The City is re-launching a program designed to help working Philadelphians. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has the details.
We all know E-ZPass can save you time at the tolls, but it can also save you money with special discounts. Still, some changes have just gone into effect. 3 On Your Side's Jim Donovan guides you through the confusion.
The spring and summer flooding in the Midwest didn't just damage lives and homes, it also ruined thousands of cars. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds that could mean trouble for used-car buyers here.
Open houses are just for people looking to buy some real estate, right? Well the answer is actually no. You might feel like a nosy neighbor, but as 3-On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan explains, there are some good reasons why you should check out houses you have no intention of buying.
The summer heat has many children playing outdoors. Parents typically remember to lather up their little ones with sunscreen, but there's something else they should be wearing too.
It was a whopper of a ticket, over $300 for parking in a handicapped space. But there was just one problem, the spot didn't exist! One man faced an uphill battle getting anyone to check it out, that is until 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan got involved.
Are you heading out of town on a trip sometime this summer? Chances are you've already made your reservations, are thinking about what to pack, and are looking forward to some rest and relaxation. But have you given any thought to your spending money?
When the temperature rises outside, so can the amount of energy you use inside. But there are some ways to keep costs under control.
If your home ever catches on fire you need to know how to get out quickly. Having working smoke detectors and planning an escape route is critical.
More than 62 percent of households in America have a pet, and these days, their owners are buying more for Fifi and Fido than just pet food.
While the price of gas continues to slowly fall, it hasn't fallen far enough! The price of a gallon of regular unleaded gas is still about a dollar higher than it was this time last year. So 3-On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan went looking for some ways to save.
Nearly every consumer has experienced it at one point or another, but it seems Americans' patience with poor customer service is wearing thin. 3-On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has some advice on how to get the customer service you want.
These days, many people are looking for ways to make some extra cash. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan shows us how some are getting paid for their opinions.
Red light runners beware, all across our region cameras are watching you. The number of towns and cities installing red light cameras are on the rise, but they aren't without issues, as we found when a local woman contacted 3 On Your Side's Jim Donovan for help.
Looking to spend more time outdoors this summer? A deck is a great way to extend your living space, giving you a nice area for parties and family gatherings. In this week's Angie's List report, Jim Donovan tells us about some things you should consider if you're thinking of adding a deck to your home.
With so many stories of hackers threatening the safety of our personal information, it's more important than ever to have a good passcode.
As temperatures rise, your electric usage is no doubt soaring too. Cranking up the air conditioning means shelling out more money when the utility bill arrives.
These days, we count on our phones to do way more than just make calls. So having a dead cell phone battery can really stop us in our tracks.
Even if you have a good spam filter, chances are you still get plenty of junk in your in-box. In fact, it's estimated, half of all e-mail messages are spam.
Does the high price of gas have you thinking of trading in your set of wheels for something smaller? If so, we've got some good news for you.
President Biden announced Sunday he is dropping his reelection bid in the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.
The Philadelphia Eagles report to training camp Tuesday after a disastrous 2023 season, bringing plenty of changes. Here's a question about every position group.
Philadelphia Eagles training camp is here, with new faces, new coaches, and a fresh slate after a disastrous end to the 2023 season. Here's what Birds fans need to know.
The chance for scattered showers and thunderstorms will increase Monday afternoon with periods of heavy rain possible.
New Jersey lawmakers on both sides of the aisle react to Joe Biden's decision to quit the presidential race.
President Biden announced Sunday he is dropping his reelection bid in the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is among some officials CBS News suggested could join the Democratic party's presidential ticket ahead of the general election on Nov. 5.
The Philadelphia Eagles report to training camp Tuesday after a disastrous 2023 season, bringing plenty of changes. Here's a question about every position group.
Philadelphia Eagles training camp is here, with new faces, new coaches, and a fresh slate after a disastrous end to the 2023 season. Here's what Birds fans need to know.
The chance for scattered showers and thunderstorms will increase Monday afternoon with periods of heavy rain possible.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is among several Democrats across the country who could join Vice President Kamala Harris on the ticket if she wins the Democratic nomination.
Pennsylvania leaders and officials are reacting to the president's decision to leave the 2024 race.
It's the age-old question: Are cats or dogs smarter? It's a tough question to answer.
The Philadelphia region is back to a typical summer pattern today with sunshine, highs near 90 and increasing humidity.
Three people died and several others were injured in a shooting at a large gathering early Sunday morning in the Carroll Park section of West Philadelphia, police said.
New Jersey lawmakers on both sides of the aisle react to Joe Biden's decision to quit the presidential race.
Dozens of boats and houses were honored for their festive decorations at Night in Venice. See the full list of winners.
The Philadelphia region is back to a typical summer pattern today with sunshine, highs near 90 and increasing humidity.
A group of Boy Scouts from Camden County is on the way home Saturday after being stranded in Saint Croix because their flight to Philadelphia got canceled due to the global tech outage.
Problems continue at airports, including Philadelphia International Airport, after the cybersecurity failure that has grounded thousands of flights and paralyzed operations worldwide.
The Philadelphia region is back to a typical summer pattern today with sunshine, highs near 90 and increasing humidity.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
A former teacher in Wilmington is behind bars after she's accused of sending sexually explicit pictures to a former student on Snapchat in July, said New Castle police Friday morning.
Thursday afternoon will see partly cloudy and sunny skies with highs near 86 degrees in Philadelphia, much more seasonable for this time of the year.
Tuesday night's storm sent a tree into a Wilmington, Delaware, home, injuring the couple inside. That couple is out of the hospital and only speaking with CBS News Philadelphia.
A warning of a Listeria monocytogenes outbreak affecting 12 states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York, was issued by the CDC Friday afternoon linking infections to sliced meat at deli counters.
A Philadelphia doctor and a patient whose life he saved 30 years ago are teaming up to help others who need organ transplants.
Citing suspected links to a listeria outbreak, Canada's health agency has issued a recall notice for 18 plant-based drinks sold under the Silk and Great Value brands.
Getting around is challenging for Victoria Nedza, who has a rare form of muscular dystrophy. But it's getting easier now with her new robotic arm made by the team at Widener University.
Growing share of Americans say they have skipped medical care or getting prescription drugs because of the cost.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee filed a federal lawsuit this week alleging Prime, Logan Paul's energy drink company, of infringing on the committee's trademarks.
People across the Delaware Valley are making changes to their summer schedules to try and find ways to survive the scorching heat.
Many people have to work in blazing hot temperatures from the Main Line to South Jersey and down the shore. But others get to work in the freezing cold to bring joy to their community.
An Upper Merion, Pennsylvania man has been indicted on charges he defrauded hundreds of customers through his multiple businesses selling cemetery headstones.
Sheetz will now deliver beer to Pennsylvanians, the Altoona-based convenience store chain announced on Tuesday.
Pennsylvania State Police say a driver was seriously injured after a tree fell on their car on I-476 north in Delaware County on Thursday morning.
Norwegian Cruise Line will begin offering trips out of the Port of Philadelphia starting in 2026, the cruise line announced Wednesday.
The Delaware River Port Authority voted Wednesday to reduce the scheduled toll increases on four bridges between Pennsylvania and New Jersey from $6.50 to $6.
A tractor-trailer crash is blocking the I-676 ramp to enter I-76 in Philadelphia.
Tolls on the Ben Franklin Bridge and three other bridges between Pennsylvania and New Jersey are scheduled to increase, but by exactly how much is to be determined.
The Philadelphia Eagles report to training camp Tuesday after a disastrous 2023 season, bringing plenty of changes. Here's a question about every position group.
Philadelphia Eagles training camp is here, with new faces, new coaches, and a fresh slate after a disastrous end to the 2023 season. Here's what Birds fans need to know.
Rookie Tyler Phillips gave up four hits in six innings, and the Philadelphia Phillies avoided a three-game sweep with a 6-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Nick Castellanos did it again. The Phillies outfielder has uncanny timing and smacked a home run hours after President Biden announced he dropped out of the 2024 presidential race on Sunday.
A 2015 Penn State graduate spent nearly 100 hours creating the LEGO replica of the home of the Nittany Lions.
An album of dark songs recorded in a bedroom at his rented farmhouse in 1982, reflecting the upheaval in his life in-between "The River" and "Born in the U.S.A.," helped solidify Springsteen's status as one of music's most soulful voices.
From Kevin Hart at the hard rock Casino in Atlantic City to Lucy the Elephant's birthday bash in Margate, here's everything you need to enjoy your weekend.
They're bringing a bit of the outside world inside at the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University as part of the museum's Dino-mite Summer, which runs until September.
Bob Newhart, who starred in the long-running sitcoms "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," has died at age 94.
A singer from South Philadelphia is paying homage to Frank Sinatra by breathing new life into some big band arrangements Sinatra performed live in the 1960s.
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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.
Ylaine Zhu a School District of Philadelphia student, is among the newest Gates Scholars.
After applying to 13 colleges and being rejected by his dream school, Dexter Resa proves that with grit and heart, you can accomplish things beyond your wildest dreams and make history while doing it.
Grant Gilmore has the latest forecast for the Philadelphia region as we begin an unsettled stretch of weather.
President Biden announced Sunday that he is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race and threw his support behind Vice President Kamala Harris. Biden supporters in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, were shocked by the news. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is among several Democrats who could join Harris on the ticket if she wins the Democratic nomination.
Nine people were shot, including three fatally, at a shooting in the Carroll Park section of West Philadelphia early Sunday morning, police said.
Hundreds of cyclists rode from the Benjamin Franklin Bridge to Atlantic City Sunday morning. The ride raises money for a foundation that supports the families of fallen and critically injured first responders.
PSPCA animal advocate Carol Erickson shares the latest research about the age-old question: Are cats or dogs smarter?