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The tough economy continues to pose problems for consumers. An annual round-up of the nation's top consumer complaints found that many are the same gripes we've seen in the past.
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The tough economy continues to pose problems for consumers. An annual round-up of the nation's top consumer complaints found that many are the same gripes we've seen in the past.
When it comes to home improvements, it's a good idea to focus on jobs that will give you the most return on your investment.
"We have lots of changes this year, including flash polls that we did around town. We also did some online polling this year," says Editor Tom McGrath.
How do you get everything you need for your child without spending a small fortune, especially now that many Philadelphia public and charter schools, like area Catholic schools, require students to wear uniform clothing?
A School District of Philadelphia educator offers some advice for parents who are already eyeing the "back to school" supply displays at local store.
Gina Gorski's children are fourteen, ten, nine, five, and three years old. How does she do it?
If your child headed for college for the first time, you are probably facing a daunting list of what they want to take. But perhaps they don't need as much as they think.
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As this latest heat wave begins, the last thing you need is for your central air conditioning to break down. Getting it fixed quickly is often easier said than done. 3-On Your Side's Jim Donovan has information to help you out.
After speaking to the owner of Aloha Travel on Bristol Pike, Bensalem police say they are ending their investigation into the agency and a series of complaints against it that were posted online.
As lawmakers in Washington D.C. continue to argue about the federal budget and raising the government debt ceiling, you may be wondering what effect a government default may have on you. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan explains.
Are you in the market for a better job? Or maybe you're out of work and looking for an opportunity just to earn a living? With unemployment still high, many job-hunters can fall victim to scams.
Bensalem police say they are looking for the owner of a local travel agency after receiving several complaints from people who say the payments they made to the agency never went toward the booking of their vacation.
The political stalemate in Washington has left airlines unable to charge many taxes. You'd think that would be good news for travelers as it should make tickets cheaper.
Advocates for the disabled are filing a federal lawsuit to force the Philadelphia Parking Authority to provide accessible taxis to people who use wheelchairs.
It will be a busy day down at the sports complex with three events taking place.
The Philadelphia Union is set to go head to head with Real Madrid at Lincoln Financial Field in triple digit heat. The field just announced new measures that could help fans stay cool during the game.
One of New Jersey's few free beaches may not be free much longer.
Some area restaurants say they are seeing larger crowds for dinner because people don't want to fire up the oven in their home when the temperature is in the nineties.
The Belle's operators have not released any details, but an employee reached by phone at the operator's offices in Virginia has confirmed the cessation of operations.
The Internet can be a dangerous thing. Like when my boss sees a Japanese video explaining how to cool your hot car, and the boss says, 'Go try that!'
Organizers have announced a roster of 120 participants for this year's Restaurant Week. And now, more center city dining has a green side dish to go with it.
Sarah Burns, 77, has been taking advantage of the annual giveaway since the program's inception in 1999.
Between higher fees and frequent delays, if you ask most people, they'll tell you flying isn't what it used to be. Now some changes are coming next month that are supposed to protect us.
He operated travel companies that opened and closed at the blink of an eye and many of his customers say they experienced the same thing, they paid for vacations that they never received.
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.
A farm first owned by a family of German immigrants that served as a Revolutionary War headquarters is still a working farm today.
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.
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.
A farm first owned by a family of German immigrants that served as a Revolutionary War headquarters is still a working farm today.
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.
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.
Philadelphia natives Will Smith and Jill Scott will perform at the 2026 Wawa Welcome America concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway.
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.