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Here are four social media money tips to make sure the financial advice you're getting isn't steering you wrong.
If you're looking to travel more without blowing your budget, credit card points can help you stretch your dollars further.
Community Legal Services offers free help to low-income residents in the city, including applying for home heating assistance programs.
The National Retail Federation predicts most shoppers are budgeting nearly $200 dollars for their special someone.
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.
Curtis International is recalling an additional 330,000 Frigidaire-brand minifridges to an existing recall after reports of the product catching fire.
Consumers' Checkbook shopped several chains to see which grocery stores come out on top in price and quality, and found switching from a traditional chain could save you thousands.
The weekly grocery haul is a top-line budget item for many families, and a new report might convince you to switch where you shop to get the most bang for your buck. Consumers' Checkbook shopped several big chains to see which grocery stores come out on top in price and quality, and found switching from a traditional chain could save you significantly over the course of a year.
Last year, 43% of Americans reported having unused gift cards, according to consumer financial site Bankrate. Here's how you can avoid missing on out the money.
Gift cards are one of the most popular presents to give during the holidays, but many people don't get the best bang for their buck. Last year 43% of Americans reported having unused gift cards, according to consumer financial site Bankrate. Here's what you can do to make sure you don't miss out on using the money.
CBS News Philadelphia investigative reporter Josh Sidorowicz shares some tips and tricks for making returns this holiday season, including how to avoid extra shipping fees.
Pennsylvania will receive nearly $7 million as part of a nationwide settlement with Mercedes-Benz USA.
If you have money left in your health care flexible spending account, it's time to use it or potentially lose it before the end of the year.
Nearly 3 in 4 Americans say they fell short of their saving and spending resolutions, but most are optimistic that 2026 will be their year.
Gift cards remain one of the most popular holiday gifts, but scammers are finding new ways to steal before you even buy them.
Gift cards remain one of the most popular holiday gifts, but scammers are finding new ways to steal your money before you even buy them. CBS News Philadelphia investigative reporter Josh Sidorowicz has more on a billion-dollar international industry connected to Chinese criminal networks.
There are free and affordable ways to keep your packages safe this holiday season.
Two laws helping lower costs for people trying to rent an apartment in Philadelphia went into effect this week.
The FDA said more than 1 million bags of shredded cheese sold at major retailers are being recalled because they may contain metal fragments.
Families can apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, a government program that helps cover winter energy bills.
Federal funding will finally be available to thousands of families in Pennsylvania to help pay their heating bills.
Residents in West Bradford Township, Pennsylvania, have seen a steep increase in their sewer bills, and they say it isn't fair. Chief investigative reporter Joe Holden has the details.
Shopping experts say now's the time to take advantage of sales on items like small appliances and tech, but not every Black Friday deal will save you much money.
Chances are nearly everything on your holiday wish list will be marked on sale at some point over the next couple of weeks. But experts say the best deals tend to fall into just a few categories.
Experts warn scammers are increasingly using AI to generate ads on social media, which is making it harder to spot a fake.
Saturday will definitely be the pick of the weekend in the Philadelphia region, with temperatures starting off mild and comfortable under a mix of sun and clouds.
Surveillance video captured the moment a man had his laptop snatched off his table at gunpoint Friday at Parc in Philadelphia.
The Mets kept the Phillies from gaining ground in the National League wild-card race with a 6-3 victory Friday night.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 18, 2026.
Police believe a social media beef might have led to a shooting that injured a 16-year-old in East Germantown Friday night.
Raymond "R.C." Horsch, who lived at the so-called "house of horrors" in Olney until he died, was as intelligent as he was a monster and preyed on vulnerable women.
Saturday will definitely be the pick of the weekend in the Philadelphia region, with temperatures starting off mild and comfortable under a mix of sun and clouds.
Ed Sheeran is set to take the stage in Philadelphia for the first stop on his tour since Macklemore was dropped from the lineup over pro-Palestinian comments.
Surveillance video captured the moment a man had his laptop snatched off his table at gunpoint Friday at Parc in Philadelphia.
The Mets kept the Phillies from gaining ground in the National League wild-card race with a 6-3 victory Friday night.
Surveillance video captured the moment a man had his laptop snatched off his table at gunpoint Friday at Parc in Philadelphia.
Police believe a social media beef might have led to a shooting that injured a 16-year-old in East Germantown Friday night.
Archaeology students from Penn are joining community members to uncover the history of a historic Black neighborhood in West Philly that was demolished decades ago in the name of urban renewal.
Raymond "R.C." Horsch, who lived at the so-called "house of horrors" in Olney until he died, was as intelligent as he was a monster and preyed on vulnerable women, law enforcement sources said.
Wanda the therapy donkey has a packed schedule in Bucks County, bringing joy and comfort to seniors.
Gregory Taylor says his son, Xavier, is still on a ventilator, but they're hopeful and steadfast in their faith.
North Wildwood police say a man drowned in the ocean near Second Avenue on Wednesday.
The shooting happened around 7:20 a.m. Friday at the convenience store at the corner of Route 37 and Garfield Avenue, prosecutors said.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Circle S: Second Chance Ranch in Sicklerville also has its own nonprofit to support its rescue mission and give back to the community.
Friday will start on the humid side, but as temps climb into the low-mid 80s, the decreasing humidity will make for a nice day.
Today looks warm and noticeably more humid in the Philadelphia region, with highs reaching the mid-80s but feeling like the upper 80s.
Another beautiful September day is underway Wednesday in the Philadelphia region.
Tuesday will bring plenty of sunshine, low humidity and light winds in the Philadelphia region, all ingredients to spend time outside.
Concerns are growing in Wilmington, Delaware, after separate shootings over the weekend left two people dead, including a teen.
Health officials in Philadelphia are warning about possible measles exposures in the CHOP NICU.
An 18-year-old from Mifflin County has died from measles-related complications, Pennsylvania health officials said.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
A 40-year-old woman died on Saturday from complications associated with measles, the coroner reported.
Four vaccinated people in Pennsylvania have contracted measles, health officials say.
New Jersey floral designer Alisha Simone Bell said she puts her "whole heart" into every arrangement and every detail.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
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
Two people were taken to the hospital after a large tree fell onto three cars on Belmont Avenue in Bala Cynwyd on Friday.
A crash involving at least two cars is slowing traffic on I-95 South near Allegheny Avenue.
Drivers will start getting tickets for parking in Smart Loading Zones without registering.
A man on a motorcycle was launched from a highway overpass near 2nd and Callowhill streets on Monday night, police say.
SEPTA has resumed service on three Regional Rail lines after downed Amtrak wires caused a suspension on Monday.
The Mets kept the Phillies from gaining ground in the National League wild-card race with a 6-3 victory Friday night.
A list of Pennsylvania high school football scores for September 18, 2026.
Gregory Taylor says his son, Xavier, is still on a ventilator, but they're hopeful and steadfast in their faith.
Jonathan Greenard's Eagles debut will have to wait. The outside linebacker was ruled out against the Titans for the second straight week with a pectoral injury.
The Phillies beat the Mets 3-0 Thursday night to tie the Cubs for the top NL wild card.
Crews are setting up for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend amid a controversy over Macklemore's recent comments.
Aaron Rowe, Beoga, Lukas Graham and Finneas all released statements Tuesday on Instagram saying they were withdrawing from Ed Sheeran's tour.
Performer Macklemore is being dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour after making on-stage statements that some found controversial.
The Philadelphia Eagles' cheerleading squad has nine new members, including a Jefferson Health cardiac ICU nurse and three other healthcare professionals.
The Landmark Ritz Five movie theater in Philadelphia's Old City neighborhood has reopened after a brief closure.
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.
In this week's edition of the Friday Football Frenzy, Interboro beat Sun Valley, Audenried defeated Edison and much more. Here's some of the top highlights from around the Philadelphia region.
Grant Gilmore says that Saturday will be the best day of the weekend with mild and comfortable temps. Here's the latest NEXT Weather forecast.
Philadelphia police are preparing for Ed Sheeran's concert at Lincoln Financial Field scheduled for Saturday night. It will be the first show of Sheeran's U.S. "Loop" tour since a controversy erupted.
The video shows the suspect sprinting down the street as the customer, who was enjoying a meal along the sidewalk, chased after him in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square.
With controversy swirling around Ed Sheeran and Macklemore ahead of Sheeran's upcoming show at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia radio legend and music historian Patty Jackson said she expects fans to see more artists mixing music and politics.