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Many who oppose animal testing often look for labels that show the product is "cruelty free." But as 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan found, the labels may not mean what you think.
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Many who oppose animal testing often look for labels that show the product is "cruelty free." But as 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan found, the labels may not mean what you think.
A Center City lawyer is using the power of social media to help fuel local businesses.
We teamed up with non-profit Delaware Valley Consumers' Checkbook to find out which Delaware Valley kennels pet owners can trust.
Getting ready to book a spring break trip or your summer vacation? Websites that compile reviews can be a great resource when you're looking for a place to stay.
The February 29th "leap day" adds an extra day to the 2012 calendar year. But are you getting paid for that extra day at work?
3 On Your Side wants you to know about a new requirement to make rear-view cameras standard equipment in vehicles. It's designed to prevent so-called backover accidents.
Officials at Lehigh Valley International Airport say Frontier Airlines is moving in and will start twice-a-week service to Orlando in late May.
With gas prices inching closer each week to $4 per gallon, drivers are looking for ways to lessen the pain at the pump.
A new flight reservation program through KLM airlines allows passengers to see the Facebook and LinkedIn profiles of those on their flights -- and put in requests to sit next to a stranger.
Attorneys General from Pennsylvania, Delaware and 34 other states are requesting a meeting with Google's CEO to discuss their concerns about the Internet titan's new privacy policy, which is set to begin March 1st.
Have thousands, even millions, of consumers been sold defective TV sets from a major manufacturer? That's what some attorneys say. They say Samsung sold TVs with power problems and say the company isn't doing enough to help victims.
You know those ads that show up on your internet browser and seem to be tailor-made for you? You'll soon be able to get rid of them if you want.
The scam may take the form of telling you that you've hit the lottery, or it may be the promise of a new job. But often, it's really just a scheme, and the people behind it are out to steal your money by using phony checks.
The government's new consumer watchdog agency is launching an investigation into costly overdraft fees charged by big banks, and the investigation could result in new rules or even lawsuits if banks are accused of violating consumer laws.
Pennsylvania is expected to be the gas hot spot of the country in the coming months.
"Stop and think before you post," says La Salle business school associate dean MarySheila McDonald.
Federal labor officials announced Tuesday they found nine workplace violations at a candy repackaging and distribution facility owned by The Hershey Co. and operated by Exel Inc., the site of protests last summer by foreign student workers.
Many people set aside long holiday weekends like that of Presidents' Day to shop for cars and low interest rates recently have certainly helped to fuel car sales.
A gallon of regular is now $3.65 in Philadelphia, $3.50 in New Jersey on average up six cents and five cents, respectively, from last week.
Do you enjoy getting a good deal? Well February is about a lot more than just candy and flowers, it means plenty of shopping deals too!
Think you got a great deal on a sale item? Depending on where you shop, you may want to think again.
The federal regulators want app makers to be up-front with what personal details are gathered and how they're using that info -- and they say parents must keep a closer eye on their kids' touchscreens.
It's been said that nothing in life is free. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan, who is always up for a challenge, wanted to prove that saying wrong.
It's happened to all of us, you're just about to sit down for dinner and the telephone rings. On the other end of the line is a telemarketer.
A growing number of American workers are leaving paid time off on the table, and career experts say the long‑term cost is catching up.
Since 2022, criminals impersonating police officers have contacted Chinese students and told the victims they're under investigation for alleged financial crimes in China, the FBI said.
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
It'll still feel brutally cold in Philadelphia Wednesday, though temps climb slightly back above freezing. Looking to the weekend, the region could see its biggest snowstorm in a decade.
The Recording Academy's Philadelphia Chapter honored several nominees before the 2026 Grammy Awards.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
Wednesday in the Philadelphia region will be another brutally cold morning with lows in the teens.
A growing number of American workers are leaving paid time off on the table, and career experts say the long‑term cost is catching up.
Since 2022, criminals impersonating police officers have contacted Chinese students and told the victims they're under investigation for alleged financial crimes in China, the FBI said.
Lehigh County Controller Mark Pinsley says the Department of Homeland Security owes over $100,000 in rent to the county.
A growing number of American workers are leaving paid time off on the table, and career experts say the long‑term cost is catching up.
Since 2022, criminals impersonating police officers have contacted Chinese students and told the victims they're under investigation for alleged financial crimes in China, the FBI said.
The Recording Academy's Philadelphia Chapter honored several nominees before the 2026 Grammy Awards.
The Philadelphia region has experienced quite a dose of winter weather over the last few weeks — from sleet to snow to a deep freeze.
After a dramatic growth spurt and work at Ascent Athlete, St. Joe's Prep pitcher Cole Kuhn is throwing the baseball world a major curveball.
A new law in New Jersey requires people to have licenses, registration and insurance to operate e-bikes.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
Mikie Sherrill was inaugurated on Tuesday morning in Newark, becoming the first Democratic woman to hold New Jersey's highest office.
Students in New Jersey will soon learn cursive in school, thanks to a law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy.
New Jersey will soon have its first female Democratic governor. Mikie Sherrill will be sworn into office Tuesday, succeeding Gov. Phil Murphy.
Philadelphia could see the heaviest snow of the season this weekend, but it all depends on the storm's track. Here's what we know.
Delaware State Corp. Matthew Snook was shot and killed inside a Wilmington DMV in late December 2025.
New Castle County Police are searching for Richard Kirchner, of Elkton, Maryland, after he allegedly ripped off several homeowners.
U.S. Army Lt. Col. Louis E. Roemer, who died as a POW during World War II, has been officially accounted for.
A flock in Kent County, Delaware, tested presumptive positive for avian influenza, officials say.
A Philadelphia doctor said some chatbots can be dangerous for children.
A special art show at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital aims to raise community awareness about cognitive and physical disabilities.
A special group of students in West Philadelphia received a surprise celebration on Friday before heading to college Monday.
New Jersey has confirmed its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-26 season, which health leaders warn has been seeing cases spread at alarming rates.
Whether you have COVID or the common cold, doctors say it's important to know what you have so you get the right kind of treatment.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
With product return fraud on the rise, an emerging company is using AI to help spot issues.
Here are mall opening and closing hours for the Christmas and Christmas Eve holidays around the Philly region.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
A multi-vehicle crash on Lincoln Drive in Philadelphia left one person dead and four other people injured Thursday night.
Officials in Philadelphia say they're working to reopen the Center City bus terminal in time for celebrations of America's 250th birthday.
Morning express trains on SEPTA's Regional Rail will resume Monday, Jan. 12, after months of delays and commuter frustrations.
A crash on Chester Pike knocked out power in Norwood and Prospect Park early Thursday morning.
Motorists running the red light at the intersection of Kelly Drive and Eakins Oval in Philadelphia will start getting $100 fines on Jan. 8.
Devin Booker scored 27 points as the Suns beat the 76ers 116-110 on Tuesday night in a matchup of teams playing the second game of a back-to-back.
Phillies legends Chase Utley, Cole Hamels and Jimmy Rollins each fell short of making the Hall of Fame.
After a dramatic growth spurt and work at Ascent Athlete, St. Joe's Prep pitcher Cole Kuhn is throwing the baseball world a major curveball.
J.T. Realmuto is back with the Phillies on a three-year contract, but he said negotiations to reach the deal "got a little hairy there at the end."
Phillies president Dave Dombrowski said losing prized free-agent Bo Bichette to rival New York Mets was a "gut punch."
The 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees were revealed on "CBS Mornings" on Wednesday. See the full list.
Jake Dillon, the musician behind Delco Donny, is using his virality to share his original songs while teaching music to others.
Scott Adams, the cartoonist who created the "Dilbert" comic strip, has died at the age of 68, his first ex-wife revealed on Tuesday.
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Here is everything you need to know about how to watch and stream the 2026 Golden Globes.
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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.
As winter months put pressure on the nation's blood supply, the American Red Cross says it's facing a severe blood shortage. Jennifer Graham, CEO of the American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania Region, joined CBS News Philadelphia to talk about the urgent need for donations and how they help save lives.
Many Americans leave paid time off on the table, and others have skipped taking it altogether in the past year. Josh Sidorowicz shares a preview of this week's In Your Corner podcast, where he dives into this issue with career coach Rita Friedman. Check out the full episode on the CBS Philadelphia YouTube channel.
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center says it relocated a seal they found resting on a beach in Brigantine, New Jersey, and urged the public to avoid the animals if they encounter them on the sand.
Animal activist group PETA told the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club that it would pay for a hologram replacement of Punxsutawney Phil if the organization agrees to retire Phil and his family to a sanctuary.
Scammers impersonating Chinese police officers are continuing to target international students in Philadelphia – particularly students from China – in an attempt to get money from the victims, the city's FBI field office said.