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The terrifying pictures of the disaster in Japan have many Americans wanting to help. Unfortunately, con-artists are counting on that.
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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.
Crews are at the scene of a 2-alarm blaze at E Street and Kensington Avenue.
Memorial Day weekend in the Philadelphia region will be rainy with cool temperatures.
Residents of the Park Terrace Apartments in Holmesburg said they're in disbelief after learning their neighbor's death was heat-related.
The search for a missing swimmer in Ocean City has transitioned to a recovery mission on Thursday, police said.
The price of electricity in Pennsylvania is going up next month.
Residents of the Park Terrace Apartments in Holmesburg said they're in disbelief after learning their neighbor's death was heat-related.
Crews are at the scene of a 2-alarm blaze at E Street and Kensington Avenue.
Memorial Day weekend in the Philadelphia region will be rainy with cool temperatures.
The search for a missing swimmer in Ocean City has transitioned to a recovery mission on Thursday, police said.
The price of electricity in Pennsylvania is going up next month.
Crews are at the scene of a 2-alarm blaze at E Street and Kensington Avenue.
Residents of the Park Terrace Apartments in Holmesburg said they're in disbelief after learning their neighbor's death was heat-related.
A farm first owned by a family of German immigrants that served as a Revolutionary War headquarters is still a working farm today.
Five men are charged with defrauding at least 150 seniors in Philadelphia of over $500,000 since June 2024, according to the DA.
John Lymberis faces two dozen charges for creating and sharing explicit images of children, the Chester County district attorney said.
The search for a missing swimmer in Ocean City has transitioned to a recovery mission on Thursday, police said.
Visit Atlantic City says millions of dollars have been spent on advertising encouraging families to create memory-making moments down the Jersey Shore.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
Some residents at Alvin E. Gershen Apartments in Hamilton Township, N.J., were evacuated after an unplanned power outage.
The Trenton Ironhawks will serve as the New York Islanders' NHL affiliate, the hockey teams announced Wednesday.
A historic Black church in New Castle County is making a powerful comeback after a pair of hit-and-run crashes left the sanctuary heavily damaged.
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.
A patient at Jefferson Moss Magee Rehab is the first person in Philadelphia to use new technology allowing people who are paralyzed to use their hands.
Patients of the Smiles at Rittenhouse Square clinic are being urged to get tested after possible exposure to hepatitis and HIV.
The heart-lung machine was a groundbreaking invention that took place in Philadelphia and has saved millions of lives.
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.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill declared a state of emergency because freezing temperatures this spring damaged crops at local farms.
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.
SEPTA is preparing for large crowds as Philadelphia celebrates America's 250th birthday on July 4.
Five people were injured after a car and an NJ Transit River Line train collided Tuesday in Delran, a spokesperson for the transportation provider said.
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.
Kyle Busch's family earlier Thursday announced he had been hospitalized with a "severe illness."
Philadelphia Eagles outside linebacker Nolan Smith Jr. was arrested in Georgia last week for driving 135 mph in a 70 mph zone.
VJ Edgecombe joined Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel, Dylan Harper and Cedric Coward on the 2025-26 NBA All-Rookie First Team.
Nathaniel Lowe doubled twice and drove in three runs, including a pivotal two-bagger in the seventh inning, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Philadelphia Phillies 9-4.
Meet Get Up, a Philadelphia street artist who combines his love of sports and art to create viral artwork under I-95.
Philadelphia natives Will Smith and Jill Scott will perform at the 2026 Wawa Welcome America concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
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.
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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.
Bill Kelly says it will be a cool and rainy Memorial Day weekend in the Philadelphia region. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Investigators say Jack Pletz and his father, Matthew, set off the blast near Salem United Church of Christ on Tuesday.
John Lymberis is accused of using the Kik messaging app to post and exchange images of children, including some that used artificial intelligence to create sexualized depictions of minors.
Residents say they have been living without air-conditioning at the Park Terrace Apartments, and the recent heat wave created unbearable conditions inside.
If you're struggling with debt, it might be time to consider credit counseling. Here's what to know about it and when it could be helpful.