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It's August, and that means back-to-school shopping is in full swing. If you're looking for some ways to save some money, 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has some advice.
Does it ever feel like you can't keep up with your inbox and that the email keeps coming and coming? It's not your imagination. As 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan explains, the amount of email being sent is increasing.
A new report finds that of the two dozen intersections in Philadelphia with red light camera enforcement, the ones near City Hall rake in the most dough.
3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us that a new government study finds that consumer products aimed at avoiding tragedies aren't necessarily successful on their own.
Want to cut the cost of your vacation or other getaway in half? It's not hard when you know the trick.
Even though we're in the dog days of summer, before you know it kids will be heading back to school. As 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter finds, just walk into any store and you can see that retailers are ready.
Every year the Consumer Federation of America surveys state and local agencies to learn what consumers are complaining about the most.
While packing up personal belongings is at the top of many to-do lists, 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds that you need to also have a plan for your personal information too when moving.
When it comes to baby registries, experts say skip the teddy bears and keep more money in your wallet! 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has some advice for new parents and for gift-givers.
The American Public Transportation Association looked at both performance statistics and customer surveys before making its decision.
If you need to have coolant added to your air conditioner this summer, brace yourself, you might be in for a shock. In this week's Angie's List report, Jim Donovan explains how fixing that leak could cost you more than it has in years past.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has decided to file a lawsuit against the maker of "Buckyballs" a popular magnetic desk toy, following a years-long investigation.
In addition to the usual hazardous items such as paint, solvents, batteries, oil, and flammable liquids, there were dozens and dozens of TV monitors, personal computers, and printers.
As 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds, when it comes time to ditch your old phone, the safeguards many of us take to protect our information just aren't good enough.
3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has advice that many households can use to plan for emergencies, retirement and more.
There had been concerns that the yellow lights were timed to meet federal rules, not the slightly different ones called for in a five-year pilot program for the cameras.
We're used to seeing internet scams in our e-mail, but did you know that internet scams can also start with a phone call? 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has a warning tonight.
Peg Perego strollers have been recalled because children can become trapped and strangled between the trays inside of the strollers.
Closing out a credit card can put a big dent in your credit score if you're not careful.
The Philadelphia region can expect more seasonable fall temperatures this week.
After a 7-2 loss to the Mets, the Phillies are down to their final 27 outs. They'll have a chance to force a Game 5 in the NLDS on Wednesday night.
Dozens of firefighters responded to a fire at a rowhome on McClellan Street in South Philadelphia Tuesday evening, officials said.
A new report found the most popular Halloween candy in each state for 2024.
Noelia Scharon rediscovered tropical flavors on a trip to Mexico for ice cream shop La Michoacana in Kennett Square.
Police said three women were shot on SEPTA's Route G bus in West Philadelphia on Tuesday afternoon.
The Philadelphia region can expect more seasonable fall temperatures this week.
After a 7-2 loss to the Mets, the Phillies are down to their final 27 outs. They'll have a chance to force a Game 5 in the NLDS on Wednesday night.
Dozens of firefighters responded to a fire at a rowhome on McClellan Street in South Philadelphia Tuesday evening, officials said.
A new report found the most popular Halloween candy in each state for 2024.
Dozens of firefighters responded to a fire at a rowhome on McClellan Street in South Philadelphia Tuesday evening, officials said.
Mayor Cherelle Parker and other Philadelphia officials visited a school in the extended school day pilot program, a priority for Parker.
Police said three women were shot on SEPTA's Route G bus in West Philadelphia on Tuesday afternoon.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency settled its final Clean Air Act claim against Philadelphia Energy Solutions in connection with the 2019 explosion fire in South Philadelphia.
A worker organizing the shopping carts at a ShopRite in Philadelphia's Olney section was critically injured after a shooting Monday night, police said.
Law enforcement officials in New Jersey are trying to identify a baby whose body was found in a dumpster in 1986.
A group of businesses in South Jersey are coming together to help victims of Helene as Hurricane Milton races towards Florida.
New Jersey-based Spirit Halloween is opening 10 new Christmas-themed stores, with the first opening its doors in October.
Two scientists who used physics to help develop methods used to build modern machine learning were honored with the 2024 Nobel Prize in the field.
The Cherry Hill Public Library in New Jersey will let you pick up a new Halloween costume for free or trade in a used one.
Ticketmaster is claiming some of its customers' digital tickets are being stolen through email scams. Here's what they told CBS News Philadelphia after we reached out.
Dockworkers began picketing at the Port of Philadelphia Tuesday after the International Longshoremen's Association announced the union would go on strike.
It's officially spooky season! Check out our list of haunted houses in the Philadelphia area. Happy haunting.
Saturday will be filled with gray skies and patchy fog with scattered showers. Temperatures sit in the mid-70s before dropping into the 60s later tonight.
Friday morning fog has moved out before bands of showers from Tropical Depression Helene hit Friday night into Saturday.
"The Office" actress Jenna Fischer on Tuesday revealed that she was diagnosed with breast cancer last year but is now cancer-free after receiving treatment.
Bringing Hope Home recently marked a major milestone in their mission: Since 2008, the Malvern, Pennsylvania-based nonprofit has supported more than 10,000 families.
Many hospitals in the Philadelphia region are experiencing a shortage of IV fluid and have implemented conservation measures.
Panera Bread reached a settlement in the wrongful death lawsuit involving former Penn student, Sarah Katz.
Team IMPACT with a connection to Villanova helps children find hope and strength from new connections with college sports teams.
New Jersey-based Spirit Halloween is opening 10 new Christmas-themed stores, with the first opening its doors in October.
Volunteers in Havertown launched a grassroots effort to help those affected by collecting donations to send to survivors in North Carolina.
The parent company of Philadelphia's Chart House says construction in the area "cut off visibility and access for our customers."
Delco Original Trading Company in Broomall is seeing an uptick in business as fans stock up on new merch ahead of the Phillies' first playoff game this Saturday.
Grocers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey say the dockworker strike could affect the supply chain and cause prices to rise.
Philadelphia International Airport was busy Monday, and many travelers were seeking refuge from Hurricane Milton.
Representatives from the New Jersey Department of Transportation discussed long and short-term solutions for what they call one of the most dangerous stretches in Collingswood.
Pennsylvania state troopers are accompanying PennDOT workers in some construction zones to stop unsafe drivers.
A FedEx delivery tractor-trailer jackknifed on the New Jersey Turnpike in Burlington County on Thursday morning.
Scheduled bridge deck repairs on part of I-76 East will have to wait another weekend because of the Phillies' playoff games.
After a 7-2 loss to the Mets, the Phillies are down to their final 27 outs. They'll have a chance to force a Game 5 in the NLDS on Wednesday night.
The Phillies are on the verge of elimination after losing Game 3 of the NLDS to the Mets on Tuesday night at Citi Field.
Devin White didn't play a single snap for the Philadelphia Eagles after signing with the team in the offseason.
Philadelphia Phillies fans are looking forward to cheering their team on in New York.
After being benched for Game 2, Phillies All-Star third baseman Alec Bohm will be back in the lineup for Game 3 in New York.
"The Office" actress Jenna Fischer on Tuesday revealed that she was diagnosed with breast cancer last year but is now cancer-free after receiving treatment.
Cissy Houston performed alongside superstar musicians like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.
The mother of Sean "Diddy" Combs released a statement Sunday defending her son against the federal charges and multiple allegations of sexual misconduct he is currently facing.
Christopher Ciccone spent most of his life in Madonna's shadow - as her back-up dancer, personal assistant, dresser, decorator, art director and tour director.
Keanu Reeves finished 25th in the Toyota GR Cup at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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.
The Delaware National Guard is deploying 100 service members and dozens of vehicles to Florida to help with the state's Hurricane Milton response.
Work is nearly complete on a bridge that would connect the Schuylkill River Trail from its current dead end at Christian Street to the Grays Ferry Crescent, Howard Monroe reports.
The Phillies will have a chance to force a Game 5 on Wednesday night against the New York Mets in the National League Division Series.
Republican Jeff Van Drew made the announcement during a hearing in Mays Landing, New Jersey, on Tuesday.
A couple from Wilmington, Delaware, had to postpone their wedding after both Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton upended their plans to get married in Tampa, Florida.