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With the news that Queen Elizabeth has become the longest reigning British monarch in history came social media questions about why Americans should even be mildly interested. Getaway seekers of history do care.
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With the news that Queen Elizabeth has become the longest reigning British monarch in history came social media questions about why Americans should even be mildly interested. Getaway seekers of history do care.
From the coffee shop to the taxi cab, new technology can pose some tricky tipping situations. To tip or not to tip? 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan looks at some modern day tipping questions.
Toys R Us says it won't hire as many holiday season employees as it did last year, but the toy and baby products retailer says it will give current employees and seasonal workers a chance to work more hours.
Are your children as safe as they can be when riding in the car? It's a question that federal transportation agencies and safety organizations want parents to focus on this week. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has a checklist for parents, plus a look at where to get help if they need it.
Having a good credit score these days is very important. But do you even know what goes into your score? 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds that many people are confused on how to achieve a high score.
Attorney General Kathleen Kane has announced a settlement with a number of businesses which operated a Philadelphia furniture store known as "Furniture Sir-Plus."
Scalpers are trying to turn the tickets given away for the Papal Mass into an opportunity.
She says they kept calling, trying to collect a debt that she didn't owe. Now a Philadelphia woman is taking Comcast to court.
The swimming pool is still open, the temperatures still warm, and the kids are barely back in school. So isn't it way too early to think about the holidays?
Macy's says it will close 35 to 40 stores in early 2016, or as much as 5 percent of its namesake department stores.
Did you spend any time on a plane this summer? Three out of four flyers in a recent survey complained about the size of their seat. If you think planes feel a bit more cramped than you remember, that's because they probably are. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us what we can expect to see next.
The recall involves four-door Versa sedans from the model years 2012 to 2015 that were made between June 9, 2011, and March 11, 2015, and 2014 and 2015 Versa Note hatchbacks made between April 23, 2013 and March 11, 2015.
Having flexible travel dates and opting for connecting flights will also increase your success in finding cheaper fares.
The summer travel season is expected to end on a high note.
More than 9,000 cases of frozen corn have been recalled.
How important is having a constant connection to the internet for you? For many of us these days it's a job requirement. As 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan found, more and more automakers are equipping cars with WiFi, so you can stay connected right from the road.
Let's face it, driving isn't cheap and in some states it's more costly than others in terms of both time and money. A new survey ranks the states with the most favorable and least favorable financial conditions for drivers.
StarKist has settled a lawsuit which alleged the company short-weighted cans of tuna.
Dr. Catherine Soprano, a pediatrician at Nemours/Alfred I duPont Hospital for Children, says at times there is need for such a medication if the child has significant pain from illness, surgery or trauma.
More and more vehicles are being designed with auto brakes.
All across college campuses, student debt is rising.
As the Papal visit gets ever closer, more and more people are heading to local stores and gift shops for Pope-related items.
Did you ever wish that things inside your car or SUV could be changed around? Maybe a button or dial could be moved to another spot or perhaps you could make changes to the seats or mirrors? Well when it comes to older drivers, the design of a vehicle can impact safety too. While a number of automakers are trying to make driving safer for seniors. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan shows us how one company is meeting that challenge.
3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has some advice for keeping personal data safe on campus.
The new store at 31st Street and Girard Avenue is a welcome addition to the neighborhood.
Warmer, sunnier weather is in store for the Philadelphia region through the weekend.
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College voters in Pennsylvania could help determine who wins the White House in November.
Rabbi Beth Kalisch of Beth David Reform Congregation in Gladwyne led her community in prayer Wednesday.
The shooting in West Philly's Mantua section left one man dead and led to a car crashing into a SEPTA bus, police said.
The shooting in West Philly's Mantua section left one man dead and led to a car crashing into a SEPTA bus, police said.
Warmer, sunnier weather is in store for the Philadelphia region through the weekend.
College voters in Pennsylvania could help determine who wins the White House in November.
Rabbi Beth Kalisch of Beth David Reform Congregation in Gladwyne led her community in prayer Wednesday.
Voting has begun in the presidential battleground state of Pennsylvania.
College voters in Pennsylvania could help determine who wins the White House in November.
Rabbi Beth Kalisch of Beth David Reform Congregation in Gladwyne led her community in prayer Wednesday.
Voting has begun in the presidential battleground state of Pennsylvania.
As Rosh Hashana begins, Jews in Philadelphia are praying for peace and reflecting on a difficult year.
The Toy Association's CEO said manufacturers are already working on contingency plans to get around the strike.
A New Jersey breast cancer survivor journeys through Europe's Camino de Santiago.
Resources from the Philadelphia area continue to help those in need after Hurricane Helene left a trail of destruction.
Carla Mahan died after she was hit by a car in Camden. The driver has been charged.
The South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter is offering a deal on cat and kitten adoptions, trying to get their over 600 cats into forever homes.
New research from the American Cancer Society shows breast cancer deaths are down but cases among young women are up.
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.
After tolls increased on the four Delaware River Port Authority bridges into Philadelphia, the Delaware River and Bay Authority could follow suit.
A New Jersey breast cancer survivor journeys through Europe's Camino de Santiago.
A new study found many children who have died in car crashes were not sitting in booster seats that could have saved their lives.
New research from the American Cancer Society shows breast cancer deaths are down but cases among young women are up.
Kelli Amerine wants to raise awareness about psoriasis, which isn't contagious.
There's a social media fad called "chroming" that a doctor in Pittsburgh wants parents to know about.
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.
The union representing 45,000 dockworkers from Texas to Maine could go on strike on Tuesday, which could halt operations at the Port of Philadelphia.
SEPTA is trying to stop fare evasion by putting full-length gates at nine additional stations in Philadelphia.
Nearly 300 Sheetz stores in Pennsylvania are now selling canned cocktails after a new law went into effect.
Scheduled bridge deck repairs on part of I-76 East will have to wait another weekend because of the Phillies' playoff games.
The emergency number for the Pennsylvania Turnpike is down across the entire commonwealth.
PennDOT is widening a section of U.S. 322 in Delaware County to alleviate traffic and decrease the number of accidents.
SEPTA is trying to stop fare evasion by putting full-length gates at nine additional stations in Philadelphia.
Work on the New Hope-Lambertville Toll-Supported Bridge will be extended into 2025 because of an unexpected structural issue.
Philadelphia will be one of the two host cities for the 2027 NCAA women's basketball tournament regionals.
Austin Hays' journey since arriving in Philadelphia in July has been rocky, but the Phillies' outfielder is starting to feel like himself again.
Scheduled bridge deck repairs on part of I-76 East will have to wait another weekend because of the Phillies' playoff games.
Whether the Phillies carry 13 or 14 hitters on their postseason roster, Kody Clemens has a solid case to be a bench bat.
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.
John Amos was best known for his roles in "Roots" and the 1970s sitcom "Good Times."
It's officially spooky season! Check out our list of haunted houses in the Philadelphia area. Happy haunting.
Kris Kristofferson, a songwriter who became a country star and A-list actor, died at his home on Maui surrounded by family on Saturday, a spokesperson said in an statement.
Sebastian Maniscalco is coming to South Philly, Vampire Weekend will take over The Mann and Teddy Swims is headlining in the Garden State. Check out our latest weekend guide!
Question Time is holding a rare U.S. election special in Pennsylvania, and is looking for audience members to participate.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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 Chart House, a seafood restaurant in Penn's Landing, will be closing at the end of November due to the ongoing construction of the I-95 CAP project.
Red October is in full swing as the Phillies' rally bus greeted fans across the city and Delaware County.
The Philadelphia region can expect sunny, warm conditions through the weekend. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Rabbi Beth Kalisch of Beth David Reform Congregation in Gladwyne led her community in prayer Wednesday for the beginning of Rosh Hashana, the Jewish new year.
Young voters in Pennsylvania could help determine who wins the White House in November, an expert says.