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The large Powerball jackpot is the kind of money most people only dream about, but managing any large sum of cash takes some hard reality.
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The large Powerball jackpot is the kind of money most people only dream about, but managing any large sum of cash takes some hard reality.
This week, "What's Cooking" gets you ready for the holidays with an upscale wine and spirits store on South Street, holiday shopping hints, and an elegant holiday tea at an elegant center city locale.
"Minors deserve special protection," says State Rep. Babette Josephs. "Nothing should be done to them that's contrary to acceptable medical practice."
When it comes to holiday shopping, we've all heard the same old advice: start early. comparison shop and clip coupons. But 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan also tells us about some other savings strategies that are outside the gift box.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are behind us, but that doesn't mean holiday shoppers have missed the best deals of the season. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan looks at some other dates to keep in mind too.
If you would pay sales tax on an item in a brick-and-morter store, Pennsylvania wants you to pay sales tax when you make a purchase online.
How often do think about your garage door? Probably not often but that could actually put you at risk. In this week's Angie's List, Jim Donovan explains why it's not a good idea to ignore your garage door.
Americans were expected to spend $1.5 billion dollars on Cyber Monday. So 3-On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan offers his annual advice for shopping online safely.
Nine centers in counties on the south western side of the state will now be open on a rotating schedule; three days per week from 9 a.m. till 7 p.m.
For the third year in a row, the Saturday after Thanksgiving, coined Small Business Saturday by American Express, is dedicated to the mom and pop businesses in the area and across the country.
Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan takes a look at some top toys that didn't fit into any specific category, but they were hits with our toy testers nonetheless.
A giant tree stands at the center of the drained fountain. Kids were running and playing on the big green stage surrounding the tree.
No one won Wednesday night's Powerball lottery drawing.
After tucking into turkey, many people are looking to dip into their wallets. That's what retailers hope happens, anyway, as some stores are opening their doors with Black Friday deals well before the clock strikes midnight.
Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan takes a look at the top toys priced under $25.
Toyota is recalling about 150,000 Tacoma midsize pickups because the spare tires can fall from beneath the trucks.
In less than 36 hours, the leftover turkey will be in the fridge, the pies will be put away, and bargain hunters will already be out in force in search of everything from door busters to fantastic freebies.
In the 9th annual 3 On Your Side Toy Test, Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan takes a look at the top toys with a transportation twist.
The lawsuit accuses Kenneth Stillman Jr. of Levittown of illegal business practices.
World Against Toys Causing Harm, or W.A.T.C.H., has released the nominations for its annual list of the "10 Worst Toys."
The arrival of Thanksgiving means, of course, the arrival of holiday shopping. And, the DA warns, that means scam artists will be out in full force, both in person and online.
In the 9th annual 3 On Your Side Toy Test, Jim Donovan takes a look at the top noisy toys.
We've all heard the expression, "Shop till you drop." Well we've got a new one for you, "Post and you profit". 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan shows us the latest way people are cashing in when shopping, and all it takes is a click of a mouse. Amy Pollutro loves to shop.
The results of Jim Donovan's 3 On Your Side Toy Test are in!
A few showers and storms will be possible overnight into early Sunday morning as a cold front sweeps through the region.
Patriots' backup quarterback Tommy DeVito tossed a 69-yard touchdown pass to Kyle Williams and New England beat Philadelphia 24-21 in a preseason game.
Two people were killed in a head-on crash involving a stolen vehicle in Mays Landing, New Jersey, officials said.
Kensington High School students will start the school year at a temporary Northeast Philadelphia location after asbestos concerns forced the school to relocate from its usual building.
The Philadelphia Zoo is saying goodbye to its last African lion, Makini, who died after a battle with advanced arthritis. He was 17 years old.
A few showers and storms will be possible overnight into early Sunday morning as a cold front sweeps through the region.
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
Patriots' backup quarterback Tommy DeVito tossed a 69-yard touchdown pass to Kyle Williams and New England beat Philadelphia 24-21 in a preseason game.
Two people were killed in a head-on crash involving a stolen vehicle in Mays Landing, New Jersey, officials said.
Kensington High School students will start the school year at a temporary Northeast Philadelphia location after asbestos concerns forced the school to relocate from its usual building.
A few showers and storms will be possible overnight into early Sunday morning as a cold front sweeps through the region.
Kensington High School students will start the school year at a temporary Northeast Philadelphia location after asbestos concerns forced the school to relocate from its usual building.
The Philadelphia Zoo is saying goodbye to its last African lion, Makini, who died after a battle with advanced arthritis. He was 17 years old.
Cheltenham police said they received multiple reports of an aggressive coyote in the Wyncote section of Cheltenham Township.
The Philadelphia area can expect rain on Saturday, but nicer weather is on the way next week.
A few showers and storms will be possible overnight into early Sunday morning as a cold front sweeps through the region.
Two people were killed in a head-on crash involving a stolen vehicle in Mays Landing, New Jersey, officials said.
The Philadelphia area can expect rain on Saturday, but nicer weather is on the way next week.
After a Thursday filled with severe storms, flooding rain and tornado warnings, Friday will be a nice end to the workweek.
Numerous concerns have been raised in recent weeks about conditions in Townsends Inlet, off the southern tip of Sea Isle City.
A few showers and storms will be possible overnight into early Sunday morning as a cold front sweeps through the region.
The Philadelphia area can expect rain on Saturday, but nicer weather is on the way next week.
Crews are clearing debris and assessing damage after a powerful tornado ripped through Dover, Delaware, Thursday evening.
After a Thursday filled with severe storms, flooding rain and tornado warnings, Friday will be a nice end to the workweek.
The National Weather Service confirmed that a tornado touched down in Dover shortly after 6 p.m.
Parents should start preparing their children now to adjust to a school schedule, according to one sleep expert.
A Chester County teenager is getting ready to go back to school after recovering from a special kind of brain surgery.
An experimental treatment being tested in Philadelphia could offer new hope for people with ALS.
History is the backbone of a new back-to-school vaccine campaign in Camden, N.J., launched by Grandparents for Vaccines.
In 2012, Emily Whitehead was the first pediatric patient to get a breakthrough cancer treatment that saved her life and is now helping others.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
Patriots' backup quarterback Tommy DeVito tossed a 69-yard touchdown pass to Kyle Williams and New England beat Philadelphia 24-21 in a preseason game.
West Chester's East Side Little League team lost its first game in Williamsport but will get another chance to play.
Alec Bohm tripled in the 10th inning, driving in two runs as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals Friday night.
East Side Little League of West Chester is the latest team from the Philadelphia region to make the Little League Baseball World Series.
Lionel Messi drew another large crowd in Chester, Pennsylvania, and offered fans a chance to see one of the greats.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Emily Mello is joining Mural Arts Philadelphia and will replace Jane Golden, who is leaving after more than 40 years with the organization.
The Philadelphia theater program created for Black girls returns with an original production exploring identity, immigration and the stories often left untold.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
The Regal movie theater in King of Prussia said its IMAX 70mm projector is working again after an outage that affected screenings of "The Odyssey."
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 prosecutor's office said the crash was caused by the driver of the stolen vehicle. An adult and 3 juveniles are facing charges.
SEPTA is making significant changes to its bus routes and schedules for the first time in years. CBS News Philadelphia's Madeleine Wright spoke with riders about the changes taking place beginning Sunday.
Kensington High School families got a first look at their temporary Northeast Philadelphia school after asbestos concerns forced the relocation. Eva Anderson has more on parents' concerns about the new location.
A Philadelphia common pleas judge has dismissed a lawsuit seeking to halt Kensington High relocation.
The Chester-Upland school district is stuffing 4,000 backpacks with back-to-school essentials. Chilekasi Adele reports.