Philadelphia's DA Issues Warnings on Holiday Season Scams
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.
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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!
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the voluntary recall of about 220,000 PeaPod and PeaPod Plus Travel Beds.
This time next week, the leftover turkey will be in the fridge, the pies will be put away, and bargain hunters will be set to shop till they drop! This year the shopping wars have already begun. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has 3 ways to save time, money and aggravation.
A survey from retailers finds that more than half of Americans have already started their holiday shopping. A credit card can be a useful tool, as long as you don't let that balance get out of hand. So 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has this advice for safe spending.
While many people try to stop smoking cold turkey, Dr. Donald Schwartz says, your likelihood of quitting for good increases when you have support.
"Things get stolen or left outside where they get damaged by the weather," Shop runner president Mike Golden says.
Want to lower your real estate taxes? Who doesn't! Well if you live in Philadelphia, now's your chance. As 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan explains all you have to do is fill out a form.
You like the way it looks and even haggle on the price, but that used car that you're thinking of buying may have a hidden hazard. As 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter finds, you won't be able to check by looking under the hood -- and no one is required to tell you!
Americans are expected to ring up billions of dollars in gift card purchases this holiday season. But all gift cards aren't created equal. So 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has advice so that gift card givers and recipients can get the most bang for the buck.
Vacations can be fun, but they don't always offer a reprieve from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, especially if you pack your cell phone and laptop on the trip.
The administration has now completed its "due diligence" phase and will begin evaluating the bidders' business plans. Governor Corbett says privatizing Lottery management is still not a certainty.
Santa, Mrs. Claus and their elves touched down at a mall in South Jersey Friday night.
Have power problems from the recent storms made you consider buying a generator? You're not alone. Most stores can't keep them in stock, but how do you know what will keep your lights on and your food fresh? 3 on Your Side's Jim Donovan breaks it down for you.
"Seems like a very risky propostion," says Drexel University economics professor Mark Stehr.
Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and if you haven't ordered your fresh turkey yet, you might want to think about it.
Whether it's a night out with the family or an intimate dinner for two dining out these days doesn't always have to take a big bite out of your budget.
Do you consider gas mileage when buying a new car? Well, if you bought a Kia or Hyundai over the past few years, what you expected to get in mileage and what you'll actually get may be two different things.
As the clean-up from Hurricane Sandy is underway, many homeowners will have to hire help to get the job done. If you're among them, 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has important information that you need to know.
Chase announced Sunday that it would extend its automatic fee waivers until Wednesday, Nov. 7th.
The Philadelphia region will see periods of rain on Saturday, increasing in the afternoon and evening.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Croatia has earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round by defeating Ghana on Saturday.
Rain didn't stop the West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad from celebrating a milestone more than three decades in the making.
The Philadelphia region will see periods of rain on Saturday, increasing in the afternoon and evening.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Croatia has earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round by defeating Ghana on Saturday.
Investigators returned to the home Friday to search for possible human remains, but none were found at the property, police say.
Rain didn't stop the West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad from celebrating a milestone more than three decades in the making.
Separated by generations, two photographers reveal how Philadelphia's protests helped shape society.
Police are looking for a driver accused of intentionally striking an officer with a vehicle in North Philadelphia Friday night, police say.
For more than 100 years, Collingswood has been a dry borough, but that could change.
Two juveniles are faceing multiple charges in connection with a massive fire that destroyed several properties in Allentown Wednesday night, officials say.
A major procedural hurdle has been cleared for the future of the shuttered Wonderland Pier amusement park in Ocean City, New Jersey.
An ex-South Jersey middle school teacher is facing new charges in connection with sexually assaulting a student, the Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office announced.
Pride flags are once again blowing in the breeze on Kings Highway in Haddonfield, less than 48 hours after police say a man ripped most of them down.
Ocean City resident Frank LaFerrara rescued a teenage girl from a rip current thanks to lifeguard training he received 50 years ago.
The memory of Michael Stewart, a 6-year-old boy who drowned on his first day of summer camp, is kept alive by his mother and his community.
Police say a 19-year-old pointed a gun at a crowd and then fled from police, and an officer shot him during a foot pursuit.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
A 66-year-old woman who was riding an e-bike in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, died in a crash Saturday morning, state police said.
Every year, the August Quarterly Festival Choir lifts so many spirits at the oldest Black religious gathering in the country.
At Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Center, dogs are being used to help aphasia patients.
Janaylon Wright's cancer symptoms were overlooked for months. Her story, featured in a new report, reflects broader disparities in cancer care.
Vets emphasize that marijuana edibles often contain other highly poisonous ingredients like chocolate or artificial sweeteners, which can worsen the toxicity for dogs.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
Josie Selke was diagnosed with a rare pediatric leukemia at just 5 months old. But thanks to a grant from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, today she's in remission.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Croatia has earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round by defeating Ghana on Saturday.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the reeling New York Mets 2-1 on Friday night.
The Toronto Maple Leafs selected Penn State forward Gavin McKenna with the No. 1 NHL draft pick.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
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.
After a wet start to the weekend, we keep the muggy conditions around for Sunday, although the temperatures will be a bit warmer. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Heavy rain didn't stop the West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad from celebrating a milestone 35 years in the making Saturday. Eva Andersen reports.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration comes to an end. Ryan Hughes reports.
For more than 60 years, 92-year-old Harvey Finkle has carried a camera to protests across Philadelphia, documenting everything from anti-war demonstrations to disability rights advocacy. Eva Andersen reports.
Fans of both Ghana and Croatia invade Philadelphia with nothing but party vibes. Ryan Hughes reports.