Picking The Perfect Tree
It's that time of year again -- the search for the perfect Christmas tree begins for many Delaware Valley Families. One local tree retailer, with many years of experience, has some advice for you.
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It's that time of year again -- the search for the perfect Christmas tree begins for many Delaware Valley Families. One local tree retailer, with many years of experience, has some advice for you.
A traveler's dilemma is often what wine to choose when faced with unfamiliar labels away from home. Jay Lloyd found some help.
If you're trying to decide whether to use the credit card or the debit card this holiday season, here are some tips.
The toy price wars have begun! It's the annual battle to attract toy-buying parents during the holiday season. But which stores are offering the best deals?
If you're heading through the airport to get to your Thanksgiving destination, plan ahead to avoid some hassles.
Mom and Pop shops in the Philadelphia area are usually overshadowed by the national chains and big box stores on Black Friday, but this year there's something to help them prop up their holiday sales this weekend.
And now, PennPirg is promoting its new, interactive web site that is optimized for mobile users out shopping for toys.
How much are you planning to spend on your holiday dinner? From the turkey to all the fixin's, the cost to feed a family a holiday meal can be expensive. But Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan introduces us to a woman who says that with some planning, many families can prepare a feast for much, much less.
Some say college is the best four years of your life. But in this tough economy, the thought of paying for it, is causing some people to change their plans.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board has opened a newly renovated, customer-friendly liquor store on South Columbus Boulevard, near Ikea.
Need to get away? Just because your ticket says "coach" doesn't mean you can't travel first class! 3-On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us about some ways travelers are getting upgrades.
"We're up four cents just this weekend, and up seven cents from just a week ago," notes Midatlantic AAA spokeswoman Jana Tidwell.
So what's going to be one of the hottest gifts to give this holiday season? Industry insiders say it's virtual gift cards.
A new "energyworks" program is available to help home and business owners save money in Philadelphia and its immediate suburbs. The region is taking advantage of a $25-million federal grant.
The holiday shopping season is underway, and again this year, gift cards promise to be a popular gift-giving item, but they will be more consumer friendly this year.
The holiday shopping rush is right around the corner. You'll want to save where ever you can. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan shares three of his favorite ways to enjoy more, but spend less!
Holiday shopping season is around the corner. So is the sting of paying for the perfect gift. But as CBS 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan discovered, you can reap some rewards for yourself and you don't have to use a credit card.
Since the financial crisis first began millions of people across the country have lost their jobs. Many of them still haven't found work. But as 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan finds, for a lucky few the shakeup was a godsend.
Have you received an offer in the mail to save you money on your electric bill? If you haven't gotten one chances are, it's on its way.
The Air Transport Association is expecting a 3.5-percent increase in passengers travelling during the Thanksgiving holiday, which runs from November 19th through the 30th.
They're a staple of big cities in China and other Asian nations: nightmarkets featuring vendors, exotic foods, and live entertainment.
When was the last time you really looked over the paperwork that comes with your insurance bill? As 3 On Your Side's consumer reporter Jim Donovan found, it could mean the difference between being covered and being dropped!
The recent stock market downturn affected many Americans, some more than others. But it seems that even in a bad economy, women might be better investors overall.
It's fast, easy and convenient. E-ZPass allows drivers to pay their tolls electronically and keeps them moving. But it's not always accurate.
The case stems from allegations that at least one student used AI to create sexualized images of other students in Radnor Township School District.
Villanova and Notre Dame are finalizing plans to open the 2026-27 college basketball season in Rome, Italy.
Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show cohost Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for 10 days.
A federal grand jury refused to indict six Democrats who drew President Trump's ire by taping a video telling members of the military that they must reject "illegal orders," three sources told CBS News.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
The case stems from allegations that at least one student used AI to create sexualized images of other students in Radnor Township School District.
Villanova and Notre Dame are finalizing plans to open the 2026-27 college basketball season in Rome, Italy.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and one of his neighbors have filed competing lawsuits over a property boundary and fence at their Montgomery County homes.
Nancy Guthrie, the mother of "Today" show cohost Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for 10 days.
A Norristown, Pennsylvania, former police officer is charged with aggravated assault, simple assault and other offenses after the Feb. 4 incident.
The case stems from allegations that at least one student used AI to create sexualized images of other students in Radnor Township School District.
Penn's first successful transplant was a kidney back in 1966. Since then, there have been thousands of life-saving operations.
Jamila Winder talked to students in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, about how they can shape history.
Saks Fifth Avenue store in Bala Cynwyd, just outside of Philadelphia, is among eight locations that will close after its parent company filed for bankruptcy.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and one of his neighbors have filed competing lawsuits over a property boundary and fence at their Montgomery County homes.
Former Rep. Tom Malinowski has conceded the New Jersey special election to fill Gov. Mikie Sherrill's congressional seat.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
A New Jersey pilot and his co-pilot have been jailed in West Africa for almost six weeks after landing to refuel. CBS News New York spoke to both men on the phone.
Meet Eagles fan Andrew Athias, who was among about 400 people taking part in Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl halftime show.
The New Jersey Democrat says it's time to make seat belts on school buses a national standard, instead of leaving it up to states.
Ice is still impacting bodies of water around the Philadelphia area after a long stretch of cold temperatures.
Two firefighters and two residents were taken to the hospital after a house fire in Wilmington on Sunday, officials said.
Power companies across the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley are reporting some outages Saturday while high wind alerts are in effect.
The coldest air of the season is set to slide over the Philadelphia area this weekend, which could lead to frost quakes, ice quakes and lake quakes.
The man whom Jill Biden divorced for the eventual 46th President of the United States is now in jail on murder charges.
With a measles outbreak in Pennsylvania, local health experts want to send a message to families.
Penn's first successful transplant was a kidney back in 1966. Since then, there have been thousands of life-saving operations.
Cracking down on the price of prescription drugs is a hefty task.
The PHMC clinic on Cedar Avenue in West Philadelphia is helping provide dental and health care in an underserved community.
A new kind of joint replacement is now available for people who have a certain kind of arthritis in the hand.
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.
PennDOT is asking for your input with a new online survey available now through Feb. 28.
Part of SEPTA's Jefferson Station in Philadelphia was flooded Monday night, but service wasn't disrupted.
The city says residents shouldn't park on a major stretch of South Broad Street in Philadelphia Tuesday for a snow removal operation.
Traffic is starting to move again on Roosevelt Boulevard after a fatal crash shut down the road in both directions Friday morning.
Snow-covered sidewalks, freezing temperatures and more have made commutes challenging for many public transit riders across Philadelphia.
Villanova and Notre Dame are finalizing plans to open the 2026-27 college basketball season in Rome, Italy.
The Union unveiled their primary "1776 Kit" jerseys, which pay tribute to America's 250th anniversary and Philadelphia's role.
Ben Ogden of Team USA won the silver medal in the cross-country sprint Tuesday at the Winter Olympics in Italy.
The 76ers played without Joel Embiid as Toumani Camara had a career-high 30 points for the Portland Trail Blazers, leading the team to victory Monday night.
Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski said he hopes to find a new home for Nick Castellanos by next Monday.
Catherine O'Hara, known for her roles in "Home Alone," "Schitt's Creek" and "Beetlejuice," died on Jan. 30 at the age of 71.
Brad Arnold, the founder and lead singer of the 3 Doors Down has died following "his courageous battle with cancer," the rock band announced Saturday on social media.
Bad Bunny took the stage at halftime for the 2026 Super Bowl. Here's who else performed at Super Bowl 60.
Don't miss the 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony. Here's how to watch live, stream for free and catch replays.
The Temple University Jazz Band is releasing its first internationally-recorded album after placing first at the National Collegiate Jazz Championship.
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 town hall was held at the Philadelphia high school in response to anti-Black and antisemitic graffiti found a few weeks ago.
Two law enforcement sources tell CBS News that the Pima County Sheriff's Department in Arizona has detained a person of interest in connection with the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Researchers found that people who drank two to three cups of coffee or one cup of tea a day have about an 18% lower chance of developing dementia. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Parents in the Radnor Township School District pressed school leaders for answers and accountability Tuesday night, weeks after police charged a juvenile in a case involving AI-generated images of a non-consensual, sexual nature.
A New Jersey pilot and his co-pilot have been jailed in a West African country for almost six weeks after landing there to refuel.