3 On Your Side: Reminders On How To Make The Most Of Old Smartphones
For those with a shiny new smartphone in-hand this week, it's always worth a few key reminders to protect that device and to make the most of the old one.
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For those with a shiny new smartphone in-hand this week, it's always worth a few key reminders to protect that device and to make the most of the old one.
Tuesday, September 29 is National Coffee Day.
It's a little black car that's been talked about as much as the famous passenger riding inside. When Pope Francis stepped off his plane in Philadelphia, it wasn't a limousine standing by to transport him around.
Grocery chain Whole Foods is cutting about 1,500 jobs over the next eight weeks as it looks to lower prices and keep up with competition.
Wawa will be celebrating National Coffee Day on September 29.
Summer may be over but one of the best times to vacation is just getting started. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan takes a look at what's called the "fall shoulder season" for travel, which can be a great time for you to find good deals.
The TSA is on track to set a record for the number of guns it has confiscated across the United States this year. But as 3 On Your Side's Jim Donovan shows us that is just one of the surprising things passengers try to get past security.
Ripoffs take a lot of different forms. And for older folks, much of it happens through the mail or over the phone. But truth be told, state officials insist anyone can be a victim, often without realizing it.
Families with college students are already navigating the costs of tuition and textbooks for the fall semester and it's not always easy. But parents of high school students can be taking steps to ease that burden even before choosing school to attend. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan explains.
Starbucks says its mobile app that lets people order and pay in advance will be available nationally starting Tuesday. That means lattes, breakfast sandwiches and other items you want could theoretically be waiting for you by the time you arrive.
How would you like to get cash from an ATM without the hassle of pulling out your bank card and having to punch in a PIN number? Several companies are releasing apps that allow you to get money from an ATM using your smart phone. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has the details.
AAA Mid-Atlantic says the average price of a gallon of regular gas in the state on Friday was $2.04, down 7 cents from last week.
With the news that Queen Elizabeth has become the longest reigning British monarch in history came social media questions about why Americans should even be mildly interested. Getaway seekers of history do care.
From the coffee shop to the taxi cab, new technology can pose some tricky tipping situations. To tip or not to tip? 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan looks at some modern day tipping questions.
Toys R Us says it won't hire as many holiday season employees as it did last year, but the toy and baby products retailer says it will give current employees and seasonal workers a chance to work more hours.
Are your children as safe as they can be when riding in the car? It's a question that federal transportation agencies and safety organizations want parents to focus on this week. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has a checklist for parents, plus a look at where to get help if they need it.
Having a good credit score these days is very important. But do you even know what goes into your score? 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds that many people are confused on how to achieve a high score.
Attorney General Kathleen Kane has announced a settlement with a number of businesses which operated a Philadelphia furniture store known as "Furniture Sir-Plus."
Scalpers are trying to turn the tickets given away for the Papal Mass into an opportunity.
She says they kept calling, trying to collect a debt that she didn't owe. Now a Philadelphia woman is taking Comcast to court.
The swimming pool is still open, the temperatures still warm, and the kids are barely back in school. So isn't it way too early to think about the holidays?
Macy's says it will close 35 to 40 stores in early 2016, or as much as 5 percent of its namesake department stores.
Did you spend any time on a plane this summer? Three out of four flyers in a recent survey complained about the size of their seat. If you think planes feel a bit more cramped than you remember, that's because they probably are. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us what we can expect to see next.
The recall involves four-door Versa sedans from the model years 2012 to 2015 that were made between June 9, 2011, and March 11, 2015, and 2014 and 2015 Versa Note hatchbacks made between April 23, 2013 and March 11, 2015.
After months of waiting, families are finally getting back personal mementos from the former Delaware County Memorial Hospital.
The nation's oldest African American religious festival kicks off in Wilmington, Delaware, months after a fire destroyed Mother African Union Church.
Numerous concerns have been raised in recent weeks about conditions in Townsends Inlet, off the southern tip of Sea Isle City.
The recall affects 15mL bottles of Clear Eyes' Maximum Itchy Eye Relief.
Police have identified the suspect wanted for terrorizing people near Philadelphia City Hall last week while wearing a "Chucky-style" mask.
The threat of severe weather is winding down in the Philadelphia area after an active day of storms.
After months of waiting, families are finally getting back personal mementos from the former Delaware County Memorial Hospital.
The nation's oldest African American religious festival kicks off in Wilmington, Delaware, months after a fire destroyed Mother African Union Church.
Numerous concerns have been raised in recent weeks about conditions in Townsends Inlet, off the southern tip of Sea Isle City.
The recall affects 15mL bottles of Clear Eyes' Maximum Itchy Eye Relief.
After months of waiting, families are finally getting back personal mementos from the former Delaware County Memorial Hospital.
Police have identified the suspect wanted for terrorizing people near Philadelphia City Hall last week while wearing a "Chucky-style" mask.
Police are looking for three men wanted in connection with the theft of a Lamborghini and Porsche from a parking facility in Old City, police say.
Philadelphia made the short list to host the 2028 Democratic National Convention.
Educators at Springside Chestnut Hill Academy say artificial intelligence is helping students build confidence, communication skills and digital literacy.
Numerous concerns have been raised in recent weeks about conditions in Townsends Inlet, off the southern tip of Sea Isle City.
The threat of severe weather is winding down in the Philadelphia area after an active day of storms.
Families and small business owners say a beach replenishment project in Ocean City, New Jersey, has affected their routines this summer.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is advancing to the next round of the Little League World Series.
Camden educators visited families at home Wednesday to share resources ahead of the new school year.
The nation's oldest African American religious festival kicks off in Wilmington, Delaware, months after a fire destroyed Mother African Union Church.
The threat of severe weather is winding down in the Philadelphia area after an active day of storms.
Art DeRamus' girlfriend was hurt in the shooting while she was sleeping in the front bedroom of the home in New Castle County, Delaware.
While Tuesday will be hot, the humidity levels in the region will be lower, making for a good day to head to the pool or beach.
A 54-year-old woman was killed by an alleged drunken driver who ran a stop sign in New Castle, Delaware, Saturday night, police said.
Parents should start preparing their children now to adjust to a school schedule, according to one sleep expert.
A Chester County teenager is getting ready to go back to school after recovering from a special kind of brain surgery.
An experimental treatment being tested in Philadelphia could offer new hope for people with ALS.
History is the backbone of a new back-to-school vaccine campaign in Camden, N.J., launched by Grandparents for Vaccines.
In 2012, Emily Whitehead was the first pediatric patient to get a breakthrough cancer treatment that saved her life and is now helping others.
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
Beginning Sunday, several bus routes in Philadelphia are changing, including the addition of two new routes.
A deadly crash in Warminster is under investigation Sunday, police said.
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.
Lionel Messi drew another large crowd in Chester, Pennsylvania, and offered fans a chance to see one of the greats.
The Phillies won a season-best sixth straight game and closed within 4 1/2 games of the first-place Braves in the NL East.
Bayonne, New Jersey, is advancing to the next round of the Little League World Series.
Bryston Stott's two-run single in the sixth inning helped the Phillies rally to beat the Marlins, 6-4, for their fifth straight win.
The Atlanta Falcons have signed defensive end Za'Darius Smith, the team said Tuesday.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Emily Mello is joining Mural Arts Philadelphia and will replace Jane Golden, who is leaving after more than 40 years with the organization.
The Philadelphia theater program created for Black girls returns with an original production exploring identity, immigration and the stories often left untold.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
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."
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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.
The severe weather threat is beginning to wind down after an active afternoon and early evening that saw tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings pop up throughout the area.
Video shows storm damage in Dover, Delaware, where a confirmed tornado touched down in the area during Thursday's severe weather.
The latest trial data have not been released, but a smaller trial found the combination reduced the risk of recurrence or death by 49%. CBS News Philadelphia health reporter Stephanie Stahl has more.
The man who terrorized people while wearing a "Chucky-style" mask near City Hall in Philadelphia is on the run, District Attorney Larry Krasner said. Police have identified the man as Zymire Hughes and are asking anyone with information to come forward.
A parent of a student at nearby Lincoln High School filed a lawsuit citing public safety and transit concerns in the area after the School District of Philadelphia announced it was relocating Kensington High School students due to asbestos concerns.