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Beginning next year the incandescent light bulb will start being phased out. Does that mean you'll be left in the dark? 3-On Your Side's Jim Donovan sheds some light on what's in store for us next.
George Guyer Young III pleaded guilty late last year to multiple felony theft counts in connection with an unclaimed property scam.
Bragging rights for Ford and General Motors. The Ford Explorer has been named 2011 North American Truck of the Year. The announcement came Monday morning at the North American International Auto Show at Cobo Center in downtown Detroit.
Acme markets plans to close five stores - two in the Philadelphia area and three in South Jersey - by the end of February.
With the new year comes a new wave of bank fees that are starting to hit consumers. This time right in their checking accounts.
Recent credit changes mean that college students are less susceptible to predatory lenders but those new rules could work against students by making it tougher to establish credit.
Is your smart phone smarter than your friends' phones? Well if "smart" to you means faster, it all depends on whether you have 3G or 4G.
Robert Krikorian, who operated Bala Business Services in Bala Cynwyd, has been charged with ripping off clients.
The new year signals the dawn of a new day for electric customers in Pennsylvania.
So, what will PECO's future role be in keeping your home lit and your refrigerator on?
The newstand price of the Philadelphia Inquirer and Daily News will be going up at the end of the month.
The electricity landscape is now marked by numerous companies trying to get your business. So how should you proceed?
With choice comes job opportunities. Many of the alternative energy suppliers in the now-deregulated Philadelphia market are hiring sales teams to sign up new customers.
Electric customers are advised to be smart consumers when it comes to shopping for an electric generating company.
A new program for small and medium-sized businesses in Philadelphia is designed to bring them together for purchasing power -- helping them save money on energy bills.
Need money fast? If you're thinking of getting one of those pay day loans, you may want to think twice. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan explains that some customers are reporting that they're getting more than they bargained for.
Home decor and furniture company Ikea is no longer stocking or selling incandescent light bulbs in its US stores, instead offering longer-lasting and energy-efficient bulbs.
President Obama is expected to sign a bill this week -- passed with the help of a Philadelphia organization -- that would allow community groups to operate low power radio stations on the FM dial.
With the New Year comes new ways for many to save on their electric bills. 3-On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan explains.
Many a New Year resolution has to do with health: quitting smoking or losing weight, for example.
Homebuilders in Pennsylvania say a new law mandating sprinklers in many new homes could add significantly to the price of a house.
Have you been to any electronics stores this holiday season? Chances are that you've seen at least a few items that are marked refurbished or refreshed. But what exactly does that mean?
A Walmart employee was shot after a customer opened fire during an argument inside a Delaware County store Friday evening, police said.
Three weeks after a car plunged into the Schuylkill River, a man reunited with the woman who dove into the water and saved his life.
A community in Chester County is taking a major step toward changing how police services are provided, sparking a debate that has divided the community.
The public pool at 16th and Montgomery streets is back open after being closed since before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Family identified the victim as retired Marine and Purple Heart recipient John Garchinsky after a fast-moving fire destroyed four homes in Lansdale on Friday.
A Walmart employee was shot after a customer opened fire during an argument inside a Delaware County store Friday evening, police said.
Three weeks after a car plunged into the Schuylkill River, a man reunited with the woman who dove into the water and saved his life.
A CBS News Philadelphia investigation found Trenton police use-of-force incidents have increased in 2026 despite the department earning state accreditation.
The suspect in the hit-and-run that killed a Temple University student was also wanted on a child sexual abuse warrant, police said.
A community in Chester County is taking a major step toward changing how police services are provided, sparking a debate that has divided the community.
A Walmart employee was shot after a customer opened fire during an argument inside a Delaware County store Friday evening, police said.
Three weeks after a car plunged into the Schuylkill River, a man reunited with the woman who dove into the water and saved his life.
A community in Chester County is taking a major step toward changing how police services are provided, sparking a debate that has divided the community.
The public pool at 16th and Montgomery streets is back open after being closed since before the COVID-19 pandemic.
Family identified the victim as retired Marine and Purple Heart recipient John Garchinsky after a fast-moving fire destroyed four homes in Lansdale on Friday.
A New Jersey police department is getting creative when it comes to cracking down on distracted drivers.
The owners of a popular spa in South Jersey say scammers are using their business to catfish people.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Stephen Pagnoni, an Atlantic City lifeguard, was arrested after allegedly trying to meet with someone he met online in Cherry Hill.
A 38-year-old woman was charged with fatally shooting her boyfriend in Winslow Township, Camden County officials said.
Electronic speed cameras are now in place along a busy residential road in Delaware.
Two crews from the Delaware Forest Service traveled to assist fire crews in Minnesota working to contain wildfires sparked by lightning.
A 13-year-old boy accused of assaulting two people with fireworks earlier this month in Wilmington faces attempted murder charges, police say.
The Wilmington Blue Rocks officially has a new owner, and with it comes new hope for the future of the ballpark.
New reward announced seven years after Susan Ledyard's body was recovered from the Brandywine River.
Delaware County health officials hope a mobile clinic will help get more residents vaccinated against measles.
Since May, more than 11,000 cases of illness caused by the parasite cyclospora have been reported in 41 states. This comes after the Trump administration drastically cut FDA and CDC staff, prompting one expert to call this summer's outbreaks "a national wake-up call."
The camp, hosted by Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, is designed for children with differences affecting their hands, arms or legs.
People who buy their healthcare coverage in Pennsylvania through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see their premiums skyrocket.
Pennsylvania is one of four more states now part of a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
Thieves are smashing windows and targeting trading card stores looking for valuable Pokémon cards, police in South Jersey say.
Customers lined up to support Somerdale Cold Cuts as it reopened after a copper theft.
While some assume landlords are required to provide air conditioning, the law is not nearly as clear-cut as it is for heat in the winter
New Jersey is set to charge companies whose workers have Medicaid health coverage.
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.
PennDOT is advising drivers about an overnight closure on the Schuylkill Expressway westbound in West Philadelphia between 30th Street and the interchange with I-676 East.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating two crashes, one of which was fatal, that happened hours apart on I-95 and I-76 in Philadelphia.
An overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Route 55 after a crash early Monday morning in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A major rail injection saw service suspensions and delays after a SEPTA Regional Rail train derailed Wednesday in Philadelphia.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
HBCU football is returning to South Philadelphia this fall with an expanded slate of games at Lincoln Financial Field.
LeBron James has sold the most jerseys ever for a player joining a new team across all sports in the first 48 hours, surpassing Shohei Ohtani.
Fans stocked up on Sixers and Flyers merch at the annual summer sale at Xfinity Mobile Arena in South Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia Eagles have opened their sixth training camp under coach Nick Sirianni, but the spotlight is on LeBron James.
Griffin Conine hit a go-ahead pinch-hit homer in the eighth, Otto Lopez, Heriberto Hernández and Xavier Edwards each had two RBIs, and the Miami Marlins rallied to beat the Philadelphia Phillies 8-6.
The Regal movie theater in King of Prussia said its IMAX 70mm projector is working again after an outage that affected screenings of "The Odyssey."
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was found in an Oregon thrift store could fetch more than $150,000 in an auction closing Monday.
The actor's agent said he was providing more information following news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
Will Ferrell stopped in the Philadelphia area Monday to promote his new Netflix comedy series.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
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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.
There is a large police presence at a Walmart in Delaware County, Friday night after reports of gunshots inside the store, emergency officials say.
Three weeks after a car plunged into the Schuylkill River, a man reunited with the woman who dove into the water and saved his life. Liz Crawford reports.
Splash, after splash, after splash. Sights and sounds that haven't been heard at the Fletcher Amos Playground Pool in North Philadelphia since before the COVID-19 pandemic. Dan Snyder reports.
When you head to a game, repping your favorite team is all part of the experience. The Lehigh Valley IronPigs have plenty of merch to choose from, but they also take things up a notch with specialty jerseys and hats throughout the season. Siafa Lewis shows us some of their coolest designs.
A massive fire in a Lansdale neighborhood consumed four homes and claimed the life of one man. Those who knew the man were stunned and overwhelmed with emotion. Our Joe Holden has the latest developments.