3 On Your Side: Japan Disaster Scam Warning
The terrifying pictures of the disaster in Japan have many Americans wanting to help. Unfortunately, con-artists are counting on that.
The terrifying pictures of the disaster in Japan have many Americans wanting to help. Unfortunately, con-artists are counting on that.
When is a sale too good to pass up? When it's a bankruptcy sale of course! Or is it? 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan finds that as one book seller begins a new chapter.
It was only 2 years ago this week that the stock market dropped to its record low, triggering a big wave in personal saving.
Are you thinking about hiring someone to do some work around your house? With spring just around the corner, the New Jersey Attorney General's office is reminding consumers to beware of unregistered contractors.
Did you ever see a driver do something dangerous or illegal or just plain rude? 3 On Your Side's Jim Donovan shows us how technology can now hold them accountable.
Have you checked out the price of gold these days? It's sky high, over $1,400 an ounce.
Have you considered taking on a home improvement project yourself in hopes of saving money? More and more people are doing it. But in this week's Angie's list, Jim Donovan tells you why that's not always a good idea.
Everywhere you turn gas prices are going up, up and up! With no end in sight, some drivers are heading online to Gas Buddy, AAA's Fuel Finder, and MapQuest.
Americans throw out 251 million tons of garbage every year, including everything from wasted food to electronics--about 1,600 pounds per person!
With gas prices continuing to climb, you may be looking to trade in your old clunker for something newer and more fuel efficient.
They say nothing is certain in life but death and taxes. This year, thanks to some last minute changes by Congress, you could be saving a bundle!
Shirleen Wilson, 45, has a collection of head scarves she never wanted. She says her battle with breast cancer uncovered an unlikely enemy, the Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Are you looking to get the most for your money when you shop for groceries? Well, you may want to do more than just compare supermarket circulars. Chances are that you could get deep discounts on some of your favorite food items at your local drug store too.
They claim they can reduce the debt that you owe to the I.R.S. to a fraction of the amount. But are the claims made by tax debt relief companies too good to be true?
Does it seem like you're running out of your favorite toothpaste quicker than before? Or maybe it seems like your family is eating more ice cream than usual. That may not be the case at all. A growing trend may be to blame.
Debt collection harassment is on the rise! That's according to the most recent findings from the Federal Trade Commission. As 3-On Your Side's Jim Donovan reports, it's illegal and if it happens to you, you need to know your rights.
As 3-On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds, wine connoisseurs are joining a growing group of bargain hunters.
Ok, so you've given up expensive lattes in exchange for home brewed coffee. You're packing lunch instead of buying and maybe you're doing your manicures at home. Yet you still can't keep your money from disappearing.
Have you ever done a search for yourself on the web? Most people are shocked to learn what information about them is available on them online.
Do you prefer points or getting cash-back? When it comes to reward cards, most sound like a great deal.
Claim Your Cash! Thousands of people in our area are owed millions of dollars in unclaimed cash and property. Are you one of them?
Buying a used car could mean buying someone else's problems. That's why it's important to check out a car's history. But even a car with a great report card, could still have a hidden history.
When it comes to his iPhone, Sam Rifkin has had some bad luck. And without insurance, that bad luck can be expensive.
Those interest-free offers we see advertised from time to time can certainly save you a lot of money, but you better take along a magnifying glass when you shop. Not paying attention to the fine print can cost you big.
Are you paying more for electricity than you have to? Well did you know that you can switch to save? In Pennsylvania, thousands of people have changed their electricity provider since the start of the year.
President Biden announced Sunday he is dropping his reelection bid in the 2024 presidential race and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris.
Discover if you should upgrade to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 folding Android smartphone.
A husband and wife in long-term recovery are helping others rebuild their lives by offering them a second chance. At one restaurant in Manayunk, that means serving up tacos.
If you've just gotten the new 2024 Apple iPad Pro or iPad Air, here are some must-have accessories for the tablet.
President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race on Sunday and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination.
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.
A husband and wife in long-term recovery are helping others rebuild their lives by offering them a second chance. At one restaurant in Manayunk, that means serving up tacos.
President Biden dropped out of the 2024 race on Sunday and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the Democratic nomination.
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.
A husband and wife in long-term recovery are helping others rebuild their lives by offering them a second chance. At one restaurant in Manayunk, that means serving up tacos.
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.
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.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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.
The chance for scattered showers and thunderstorms in the Philadelphia area will increase into the afternoon with periods of heavy rain possible. Storms are not expected to be severe, but isolated locations of heavy rain may result in some localized flooding.
Tricia Vasinda, director of operations, says Unity Taco is part of Unity brands and consists of different businesses, such as a yoga studio, a vegetarian restaurant, a support group, and their latest coffee shop, Unity Java.
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.