How to protect your refund from scammers this tax season
As scammers use more aggressive tactics to try and steal your tax refund, here's a look at the steps you can take to safeguard your money.
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As scammers use more aggressive tactics to try and steal your tax refund, here's a look at the steps you can take to safeguard your money.
Here are four social media money tips to make sure the financial advice you're getting isn't steering you wrong.
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.
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Many families in Delaware County are feeling the pressure of rising heating bills as they try to stay warm this winter.
Regina McCann Hess, a certified financial planner, says divorce can be one of the biggest financial transactions of your life.
The cost of buying a car continues to rise, forcing drivers across Delaware County to make tough financial decisions.
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Roughly half of respondents in the survey admitted they'd made a poor financial decision or mistake based on the information they received.
In our first six months since launching our consumer investigative unit, we're marking a milestone as we've helped get back more than $100,000 in money, goods and services owed to viewers.
Low income households, seniors and those experiencing financial hardships can apply for help either online or by mail.
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As support for financial literacy education grows, more schools have started offering courses on the topic. Soon it will be a graduation requirement for Pennsylvania students.
While many look forward to that big chunk of money, some argue a big refund isn't always a good thing.
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Not everyone necessarily needs a financial advisor. But there are certainly times when one can be useful, and there are certain questions you should be asking to make sure you find one you can trust with your money.
Police and bomb-sniffing dogs were called out to West Deptford High School on Friday for a reported bomb threat.
Jonathan Gerlach is accused of hoarding more than 100 sets of human remains from graves he robbed.
The countdown to Philadelphia's 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade is on — and among the participants will be 10 newly minted members of the Ring of Honor.
The Ministry of Awe on 3rd Street in Philadelphia features five floors of art installations, interactive exhibits and more.
AI can be a starting point for tax prep but can also put your refund at risk, says Mike Valenti, tax director at Bryn Mawr Trust Advisors.
Police and bomb-sniffing dogs were called out to West Deptford High School on Friday for a reported bomb threat.
Student after student spent their school night speaking out against the district's controversial long-term plan that could reshape dozens of schools across the city.
Jonathan Gerlach is accused of hoarding more than 100 sets of human remains from graves he robbed.
An increase in the hotel tax, plus new taxes on rideshares and some deliveries, are included in Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's new budget.
The countdown to Philadelphia's 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade is on — and among the participants will be 10 newly minted members of the Ring of Honor.
Jonathan Gerlach is accused of hoarding more than 100 sets of human remains from graves he robbed.
The countdown to Philadelphia's 2026 St. Patrick's Day Parade is on — and among the participants will be 10 newly minted members of the Ring of Honor.
The Ministry of Awe on 3rd Street in Philadelphia features five floors of art installations, interactive exhibits and more.
AI can be a starting point for tax prep but can also put your refund at risk, says Mike Valenti, tax director at Bryn Mawr Trust Advisors.
Fire crews were called to the Valley Forge Service Area on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a truck fire Friday morning.
Police and bomb-sniffing dogs were called out to West Deptford High School on Friday for a reported bomb threat.
New Jersey Sen. Andy Kim is opening up about his father's Alzheimer's diagnosis in hopes of helping others struggling like him to care for their loved ones.
Philadelphia police and a security provider for South Jersey Jewish communities say they have stepped up patrols.
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A barge hauling scrap metal caught fire in the Delaware Bay on Tuesday.
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New Castle County police fatally shot a man armed with knives after a standoff on Ramsey Road.
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New owners say Springfield Hospital could reopen as soon as this year, bring much-needed health care to Delaware County.
Yentli Soto Albrecht, who is a genetic carrier of ALS, is working on research at Penn that could one day prove life-saving.
The 18th annual Pink Invitational is raising money to help women with breast and ovarian cancer.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
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The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
Fire crews were called to the Valley Forge Service Area on the Pennsylvania Turnpike for a truck fire Friday morning.
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TSA workers are impacted by the government shutdown and the agency is dealing with staffing constraints, including at PHL.
Service on SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line between 30th Street and Spring Garden stations resumed Wednesday night after an underground fire.
The Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade returns to Market Street Sunday.
Travis Konecny scored the lone goal in a shootout to give the Philadelphia Flyers a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild on Thursday night.
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Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
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A former bank in Philadelphia's historic Old City neighborhood has been transformed into an immersive art experience called The Ministry of Awe. Josh Sanders reports.
There are limited ways in which artificial intelligence can help you do your taxes, but you shouldn't trust it with too much and put your personal information and your tax refund at risk. Josh Sidorowicz is In Your Corner with tips from Mike Valenti, tax director at Bryn Mawr Trust Advisors.
Temperatures plummeted from the 80s on Wednesday to the high 20s Friday morning, and we'll have a relatively normal weekend with high temps in the 50s. Monday, we could see strong to severe storms. NEXT Weather Meteorologist Tammie Souza has the latest forecast.
Friday is the first time that TSA employees will miss a full paycheck because of the partial government shutdown, and that's impacting Philadelphia International Airport as well.