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Every time you turn around it seems that companies are increasing a fee here, boosting a bill there. And one cost may come as a surprise.
But 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan talked to the folks at Kiplinger's about some easy ways to save.
Is your Facebook password the same as the one for your Twitter account? You could be asking for trouble.
3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds that going green in your yard or garden isn't just good for the environment, it can be good for your household budget too.
As 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan reports, no matter your budget, when shopping for a baby, safety should always come first.
As 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan finds, more and more consumers are heading to the internet to resolve their complaints.
Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us that the couple behind the scheme has finally been indicted.
Emotions are high across the U.S. in the wake of the Boston bombings. 3 On Your Side Health Reporter Stephanie Stahl is here with more on coping in the aftermath.
Often they're more careful when you're in the car with them, but that's not always possible, or is it?
Americans are holding on to their cars longer than ever and that means more, often expensive maintenance over the life of your vehicle.
Does the warm weather have you thinking about summer and maybe taking a vacation? Well if that trip involves going abroad, you'll need a passport.
Tax day is one week away! Maybe you've already spent your refund or maybe you haven't even started filling out your return. For all the procrastinators out there, 3 On Your Side's Jim Donovan has some advice as we head into the home stretch.
Tattoo regret; it's estimated about 100,000 people a year try to get a tattoo removed. But it's not easy, and can be dangerous, causing permanent skin damage.
3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan breaks down the numbers.
As 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan finds, some of the new bank fees they're introducing may have you shaking your head!
As 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan explains, "pre-paid" is now the payment method of choice for some scammers.
3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds, the growing trend of house sharing it isn't just for twenty-somethings.
It's been just over 20 years since the first text message was sent and now Americans send billions of those messages a month. Scam artists are sending them out too.
While hotels invite guests to make themselves at home, 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds there are still a few areas where you don't want to get too comfortable.
3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has advice for those of you planning on doing some smartphone shopping.
In this week's Angie's List report are some things you should think about before deciding where to board your pet.
Often desperate times call for desperate measures, but before you shell out money to a company to help save your home, 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has a warning for you.
If you're thinking of a spring break getaway for the whole family, time is running out to book flights and hotels, especially if you're hoping to snag a deal.
For most travelers, taking pictures is part of having a good trip. But for one frequent flier, taking a photo caused some turbulence he didn't quite expect. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has the details.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Walnuttown Fire Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Chief Robert Shick were killed Saturday in a crash in Berks County, Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania is now home to an underground state park.
A North Carolina man pleaded guilty to attempting to hire a hit man to kill his business partner and another person in Philadelphia.
Neumann University is selling bobbleheads of beloved Sister Marguerite O'Beirne to raise money for its athletic department.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Walnuttown Fire Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Chief Robert Shick were killed Saturday in a crash in Berks County, Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania is now home to an underground state park.
A North Carolina man pleaded guilty to attempting to hire a hit man to kill his business partner and another person in Philadelphia.
Neumann University is selling bobbleheads of beloved Sister Marguerite O'Beirne to raise money for its athletic department.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Walnuttown Fire Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Chief Robert Shick were killed Saturday in a crash in Berks County, Pennsylvania.
A North Carolina man pleaded guilty to attempting to hire a hit man to kill his business partner and another person in Philadelphia.
Neumann University is selling bobbleheads of beloved Sister Marguerite O'Beirne to raise money for its athletic department.
Consumer advocates say store loyalty reward programs may come with a hidden cost: your personal data.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Liza Sylvia, "a mom to everyone," is molding the next generation of athletic trainers at Maple Shade High School in New Jersey.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her family are moving into Drumthwacket, the governor's official residence in Princeton.
Shaun Stebbins was arrested for alleged child sexual assault and child pornography offenses dating back to 2014.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Police are investigating what they believe to be human remains, including a skull, found in a wooded area in Wilmington this weekend.
TSA officer and union representative LaShanda Palmer says several members are missing car payments and struggling to care for their families.
Two people were killed and two others were wounded in a shooting in Wilmington Tuesday afternoon, police said.
A 17-year-old is in custody and another person is wanted by police in connection with an armed robbery outside the Christiana Mall in Newark, Delaware.
The Be Still Foundation is hosting a nationwide pickleball tournament during National Parkinson's Awareness Month.
Wawa is recalling four popular 16-ounce drinks sold at a number of stores in Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia.
Officials said access is an issue for many in Burlington County, home to almost half a million residents.
Ariana Ugarte is among about 500 children who have had kidney transplants at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children in Philadelphia.
The welcome blast of warm weather is a nice treat for the Philadelphia region, but it's also bringing a big increase in pollen, which will trigger symptoms in people who have spring allergies.
FIFA officials have canceled hundreds of hotel rooms in Philadelphia previously booked for this summer.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
Interstate 78 eastbound is back open on Saturday after a plane made an emergency landing.
Two temporarily shuttered TSA security checkpoints at PHL are back open, with another set to reopen next week.
SEPTA said it has bought 24 used Bombardier Comets railcars from the Montreal public transportation system, Exo.
A plane experiencing a steering issue made an emergency landing at Philadelphia International Airport on Wednesday.
The AI-powered cameras on SEPTA trolleys started rolling last month. Starting April 1, you can get a $51 ticket for violations.
Neumann University is selling bobbleheads of beloved Sister Marguerite O'Beirne to raise money for its athletic department.
Porter Martone scored his first NHL goal in dramatic fashion, netting the overtime winner for the Flyers against the Bruins.
Porter Martone scored a power-play goal in overtime, leading the Philadelphia Flyers to a 2-1 victory over the Boston Bruins on Sunday.
Mickey Moniak homered twice and the Colorado Rockies defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 to salvage the finale of a three-game series.
UCLA finished the season 37-1 by defeating the three-time national champion South Carolina Gamecocks.
Philadelphia's Southeast Asian Market is back for 2026, opening April 4 and returning nearly every weekend through the end of October.
In Center City, Chris' Jazz Cafe draws crowds each Tuesday through Saturday for live performances. But behind the scenes, another kind of performance unfolds each night.
Philadelphia's renowned restaurant scene has scored seven finalists for the 2026 James Beard Foundation Awards in Chicago.
A Las Vegas performer has sued Taylor Swift over the title of her hit album "The Life of a Showgirl," alleging it violates the performer's trademark.
The price hike raises the cost of the standard plan with ads by $1 per month and the cost of the standard and premium plans by $2.
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.
Walnuttown Fire Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Chief Robert Shick were killed in a crash over the weekend in Berks County, Pennsylvania, and are now being honored. Dan Snyder reports.
The parents of an toddler who was injured after crawling under a fence and sticking his hand into a wolf enclosure at the ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park in Hershey, Pennsylvania, have been charged, according to the Derry Township Police Department.
Walnuttown Fire and Rescue Fire Chief Jeff Buck and Assistant Fire Chief Robert Shick died on Saturday, April 4 after they were hit head-on by a driver on Route 222 in Berks County. The firefighters were assisting with a search for a missing woman at the time of the crash.
At Neumann University in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, two beloved nuns are raising money for student athletes – by selling bobbleheads inspired by one of the sisters.
From gas to groceries, people are hunting for ways to save. That often means pulling out a phone at checkout and scanning a store app for discounts. But consumer advocates say those savings may come with a hidden cost: your personal data.