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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.
Residents at Park Terrace Apartments say their homes are unbearably hot as a heat wave grips the city.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Fifty-seven Philadelphia public schools will shift to virtual learning on Wednesday as the region deals with extreme heat.
Voters across the Philadelphia region are making their voices heard at the ballot box in the 2026 Pennsylvania primary.
Research from Thomas Jefferson University could help ID a new way to improve poor sleep and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
Before heading to the polls, here's what Pennsylvania voters need to know about the 2026 primary election.
Residents at Park Terrace Apartments say their homes are unbearably hot as a heat wave grips the city.
Philadelphians will cast their votes today in the 2026 Pennsylvania primary in several races, including two ballot questions for city residents.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Residents at Park Terrace Apartments say their homes are unbearably hot as a heat wave grips the city.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Fifty-seven Philadelphia public schools will shift to virtual learning on Wednesday as the region deals with extreme heat.
Voters across the Philadelphia region are making their voices heard at the ballot box in the 2026 Pennsylvania primary.
Research from Thomas Jefferson University could help ID a new way to improve poor sleep and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
A jury found Paul Caneiro guilty in February of murdering his brother, sister-in-law, niece and nephew before setting their New Jersey mansion on fire in 2018.
Crews are searching for a swimmer who went missing in Ocean City, New Jersey, on Monday night, the Coast Guard said.
Scientists are buzzing about Triantha x novacaesariensis, a newly identified plant found in New Jersey's Pine Barrens.
New Jersey wants to help bars and restaurants cash in on the FIFA World Cup by letting them sell more alcohol during the 39-day tournament.
The historic Mother African Union Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was destroyed in a fire early Sunday morning.
A Delaware man is in custody after he barricaded himself and started a fire inside a Wawa store on Limestone Road, police say.
A New Castle County, Delaware, refinery is starting repairs that could increase its sulfur dioxide emissions levels past permitted limits.
At 108 years old, Susan Young Browne still exercises, drives and visits the Dover, Delaware, senior center she's been a member of for more than 50 years.
Delaware State University students are taking off from Chandelle Airport in Dover as they work to become future Army aviators.
The Philadelphia region is facing a double whammy of record-breaking heat mixed with the area's poor air quality.
Research from Thomas Jefferson University could help ID a new way to improve poor sleep and reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
Life is back to normal for 21-year-old Gianna Parrillo-Shennard, whose life was saved by Jefferson Health's mobile stroke unit.
At least 80 deaths have been reported in a new Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda, authorities said.
NAMI Montgomery County is hosting a mental health awareness and fundraising walk for the organization's free mental health programs.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club is a huge boost for Pottstown, Pennsylvania-based Lessen the Loads.
Bars and restaurants in Newtown Square are gearing up for an influx of customers as the 2026 PGA Championship is here.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Bimbo Bakeries USA employs over 20,000 people and has been headquartered in Horsham, Pennsylvania, for the past 17 years.
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A crash involving a tractor-trailer in Chester County shut down the Route 30 Bypass Monday night.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
A Delaware woman died in a multi-vehicle crash on I-95 in South Philadelphia Tuesday night while her 4-year-old daughter was in the backseat, state police said.
A serious crash in Hainesport, New Jersey, forced Route 38 to close Thursday night.
The ramp from Front Street to northbound I-95 and the ramp from southbound I-95 to Front Street will reopen the afternoon of May 8 until the morning of May 11.
Bryson Stott hit a two-run homer with two outs in the eighth inning and Jhoan Duran worked a 1-2-3 ninth as the Philadelphia Phillies extended their winning streak to five games with a 5-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
SEPTA on Monday announced its plans to get fans to and from six World Cup matches in Philadelphia and the fan festival at Lemon Hill.
On Monday, May 18, the merchandise tent at Aronimink Golf Club is open to the public for one day of last-minute shopping, where all remaining items are 50% off.
The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club brought roughly 200,000 golf fans to Newtown Square, Delaware County.
Rory McIlroy's frustrating final round at the PGA Championship boiled over with an angry exchange with a fan after a "U-S-A!" shout from the gallery at Aronimink Golf Club.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
If you dine out in Philadelphia during the 2026 FIFA World Cup events, you could end up paying more.
Call Your Mother, a Washington D.C. based bagel and deli chain, now has the keys to Metropolitan's Rittenhouse Square location.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is embracing a statue it once kept at arm's length.
The "Dog Days Are Over" for the Flyers, but their return to the playoffs comes at the cost of the Florence + the Machine concert.
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 School District of Philadelphia said Tuesday that early childhood centers at the schools affected will also shift to virtual learning.
The cause of the fire at The Black Sheep Pub and Restaurant in Philadelphia is under investigation.
A second arrest was made Tuesday in the murder of 20-year-old Imani Ringgold in West Philadelphia, police said.
Two construction workers were killed in a multi-vehicle crash on the Route 30 Bypass in Chester County, Pennsylvania, on Monday night, according to Pennsylvania State Police.
Residents of the Park Terrace Apartments in Philadelphia's Holmesburg neighborhood say the air conditioning is broken, making for unbearable heat in their homes.