Mayor Urges Low-Income Families To Take Advantage Of Summer Meals Program For Kids
Now that Philadelphia schoolchildren are being let out of classes for the summer, Mayor Michael Nutter has helped kick off a free summer meals program.
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Now that Philadelphia schoolchildren are being let out of classes for the summer, Mayor Michael Nutter has helped kick off a free summer meals program.
New cigarette warning labels are unveiled today. They have graphic images in the hopes of keeping people from smoking, but will they really make a difference?
Looking to spend more time outdoors this summer? A deck is a great way to extend your living space, giving you a nice area for parties and family gatherings. In this week's Angie's List report, Jim Donovan tells us about some things you should consider if you're thinking of adding a deck to your home.
Victims in a federal courtroom in Philadelphia literally applaud after a judge sentenced a mortgage fraudster to over 13 years in prison. Authorities say there were over 200 victims.
With so many stories of hackers threatening the safety of our personal information, it's more important than ever to have a good passcode.
With Father's Day is just a day and a half away, the rush is on at area stores to find the perfect gift.
As many as two million Americans suffer from celiac disease -- they're unable to digest gluten, which is found in bread, pasta, beer, and other common foods.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board has turned down a price increase for several hundred items carried in its state-owned liquor stores.
If you are always looking for new bars or tips on hot happy hours, there is a web site that does just that for Philadelphia and the Jersey Shore.
A new computer center is now open to the public in the Germantown section of Philadelphia, and city officials are hoping it will promote more computer awareness, especially in lower income neighborhoods.
This time of year, many of us are making home improvements, like installing new windows and siding. But there's another important feature of your home that shouldn't be overlooked: the roof.
As temperatures rise, your electric usage is no doubt soaring too. Cranking up the air conditioning means shelling out more money when the utility bill arrives.
Privacy experts in Philadelphia and elsewhere are warning Facebook users that the social networking site is expanding its use of facial recognition software.
For the second time this spring, the Philadelhpia Corporation for Aging has activated its "heatline" for folks having difficulty handling the heat.
Noe Benell, owner of Bonejour Pet supply in old city, says animal lovers want the best for their pets.
Americans accumulated about $48 billion in rewards points last year staying at hotels, booking flights or buying stuff on their credit cards.
When temperatures soar, you really can't put a price on comfort. But if you're in the market for an air conditioner, you may not have to spend a lot to get a lot.
A consumer specialist offers tips on what to look out for when deciding what plan may work best for you and your wallet.
Center City District's summertime "Sips" promotion is officially underway.
Your home is your most valuable asset, so having the right insurance coverage is critical. But could you be paying more for that coverage than you have to.
Even if you have a good spam filter, chances are you still get plenty of junk in your in-box. In fact, it's estimated, half of all e-mail messages are spam.
3-On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan shows us how one savvy man used technology to get his stuff back and how you can too.
A group of dog owners has gathered at a Philadelphia hotel to get their canines trained and certified to sniff out bedbugs.
SEPTA bus and trolley riders have new options when it comes to service updates and accessing schedules.
Book lovers everywhere have turned a page when it comes to the way they read. A group of women in Center City has made the leap by creating their own high-tech book club.
