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Jill Schlesinger shares tips for making the most of your charitable donations this holiday season, including how to research an organization and how to avoid scams.
The U.S. Mint in Philadelphia pressed its last circulating penny on Wednesday, after President Trump earlier this year directed the Treasury to stop minting new one-cent coins.
The Treasury Department expects to save $56 million per year on materials by ceasing to make pennies.
Scammers are growing increasingly sophisticated thanks to technology like generative artificial intelligence, allowing them to pull of schemes pretending to be your bank or even a loved one.
Roughly half of respondents in the survey admitted they'd made a poor financial decision or mistake based on the information they received.
Is adding travel insurance truly worth it? In some cases, yes, but a South Jersey woman learned that when she needed it, getting a refund was not nearly as easy as she expected it to be.
SEPTA fares will increase on Regional Rail, subways, buses and trolleys Sunday as service is restored following the reversal of the cuts. Ryan Hughes reports.
Winning lottery tickets were sold in New Jersey and at a Montgomery County grocery store in Bala Cynwyd. Marcella Baietto reports.
The central bank's Monetary Policy Committee may decide to lower rates at its next meeting in September. Here's what it could mean for your money.
You have the right to dispute errors in your credit report — and you can do it for free.
Consumer reporter Josh Sidorowicz is helping you save money by comparing school supply prices on Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT and Google Gemini.
Americans with credit scores of 620 or lower pay over $3,000 more a year in interest and insurance, so raising your score is key.
A Trump executive order cleared the way for higher-risk investments like crypto to be added to your 401(k), but don't expect to add them to your plan right away.
It will take time for retirement fund managers to add options like crypto and private equity to your 401(k), but plan sponsors are also required to put assets in the plans that are in the best interests of the participants. And higher-risk options might not fit that bill, Josh Sidorowicz reports.
From online banks to ATM fees, believing these personal finance myths could be costing you cash.
Starting July 7, SEPTA will begin charging for parking on weekends and holidays at all of its lots and garages.
As wedding season arrives, here are some tips to make sure your marriage doesn't get off to a rocky start before it even begins.
Spirit's season kickoff event in August draws huge numbers of Halloween lovers to New Jersey — but it's off for 2025.
Thousands of PECO customers have experienced bizarre billing glitches since last fall, resulting in some receiving shocking statements or going months without receiving a bill. Josh Sidorowicz is In Your Corner and getting to the bottom of it.
Despite some early concerns and economic uncertainty many businesses down the shore are reporting a strong start to the season. Ryan Hughes reports.
From bizarre scams to customer service nightmares, CBS News Philadelphia is in your corner with the latest consumer issues. Josh Sidorowicz reports.
Over 40,000 Pennsylvania residents will find out this week if they are owed unclaimed money through the "Money Match" program.
CBS News Philadelphia's Consumer Reporter Josh Sidorowicz explains how Pennsylvania schools will soon require financial literacy classes for graduation, while a new survey reveals many Americans have a hard time with the basics.
South Philadelphia resident Barbara Ross emailed CBS News Philadelphia for help getting her money back after unauthorized charges showed up on her account, but TD Bank initially said Ross was liable for the full amount. The bank has since credited Ross what she is owed after In Your Corner's Josh Sidorowicz reached out.
The stock market saw massive selloffs Thursday, a day after President Trump announced sweeping tariffs. Philadelphia-based experts say there's no need to panic and share some analysis for those worried about their retirement accounts.
Philadelphia police say a man was shot and killed at an apartment building on the 2800 block of Hope Street Friday morning.
Rookie VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey each made huge plays in the final seconds as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the short-handed Golden State Warriors.
Friday will start off feeling very much like the middle of winter in the Philadelphia region, and for some, even looking like winter.
City council in Ocean City voted in favor of redeveloping the site of the shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier Thursday night.
The City of Philadelphia is renaming a street near Overbrook for Jayanna Powell, as the push builds for a hit-and-run notification system.
Friday will start off feeling very much like the middle of winter in the Philadelphia region, and for some, even looking like winter.
Philadelphia police say a man was shot and killed at an apartment building on the 2800 block of Hope Street Friday morning.
Rookie VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey each made huge plays in the final seconds as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the short-handed Golden State Warriors.
City council in Ocean City voted in favor of redeveloping the site of the shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier Thursday night.
The City of Philadelphia is renaming a street near Overbrook for Jayanna Powell, as the push builds for a hit-and-run notification system.
Philadelphia police say a man was shot and killed at an apartment building on the 2800 block of Hope Street Friday morning.
The City of Philadelphia is renaming a street near Overbrook for Jayanna Powell, as the push builds for a hit-and-run notification system.
A 63-year-old Philadelphia man pleaded guilty in federal court Thursday for threatening to kill a Pennsylvania election official in 2024, officials said.
A charter school that prepares students for careers in law enforcement and EMS could be coming to the former Valley Forge Military Academy campus.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
City council in Ocean City voted in favor of redeveloping the site of the shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier Thursday night.
Lumberton Township, New Jersey, Mayor Gina LaPlaca was indicted on child abuse charges Thursday, officials said.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
The Burlington County Prosecutor's Office said Justford Doe and Giovanni Varanese were charged with first-degree murder and other charges for the deaths of two men on Nov. 5.
Three people were injured in a crash in Waterford Township, Camden County, Wednesday night, police said.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Federal prosecutors say a Delaware man, Luqmaan Khan, had plans to attack the University of Delaware police department.
The first winter storm of the season is forecast to bring a mix of snow and rain to the Delaware Valley overnight Monday into Tuesday.
The NEXT Weather team is looking ahead to snow and rain in the forecast for the Philadelphia area this week.
The NEXT Weather team is looking ahead to more snow and rain in the forecast for the Philadelphia area this week.
A new report highlights the stories of kids who have survived cancer and the importance of research funding.
A little boy from Delaware County is getting his once-in-a-lifetime wish, just in time for the holidays.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Thanks to Shriners Children's Philadelphia, 11-year-old Desa Kaiser has an adaptive wheelchair that she can use for dancing.
Doctors at Main Line Health now have a new kind of robotic surgery that makes recovery quicker and easier for lung cancer patients.
Through Amazon Now, customers can get household items, cosmetics, electronics, groceries and more delivered in about 30 minutes or less.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
Amazon's Northeast Philadelphia facility expects to see about 10,000 more packages per day during the holiday peak.
The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
Her Place Supper Club, Friday Saturday Sunday and Provenance each received a prestigious Michelin star, the first for any Philadelphia restaurants.
A crash involving a tractor-trailer and a van closed I-295 north near the Route 70 exit in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, Wednesday.
Part of I-95 North in Philadelphia will be closed overnight this week for roadwork.
Road and sidewalk closures are coming to Logan Circle in Philadelphia so crews can make improvements.
A new traffic pattern will be in place around the Philadelphia Sports Complex on Black Friday after the Eagles-Bears game.
Nearly a million travelers are expected at Philadelphia International Airport over the Thanksgiving holiday.
Rookie VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey each made huge plays in the final seconds as the Philadelphia 76ers beat the short-handed Golden State Warriors.
Jalen Carter is considered week to week after undergoing procedures on both shoulders on Monday, a league source confirms.
Jordan Mailata has been selected as the Philadelphia Eagles' nominee for the 2025 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award.
Travis Konecny, Noah Cates and Bobby Brink each had a goal and an assist, and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Sabres 5-2 for their fourth win in five games.
The Sixers were fined again for violating injury reporting rules regarding 2023 NBA MVP Joel Embiid.
Pennsylvania is investing nearly $50 million into the production of season 2 of the HBO Delco crime drama series "Task."
Mechanicsburg native and comedian Shane Gillis will play the largest headline show of his career at the Linc in July 2026.
Donald Glover, who performs under the moniker Childish Gambino, revealed he suffered a stroke last year, which forced him to cancel his tour.
"Task," the Delaware County crime drama series, will return for a second season, HBO announced Thursday.
Philadelphia Mummers Parade organizers are discussing plans for the Jan. 1, 2026, event.
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.
Philadelphia police say a man was shot and killed in a rowhome apartment building on the 2800 block of Hope Street early Friday morning. Liz Crawford has the latest breaking details from the Pulse Desk.
Grant Gilmore says Friday will be a NEXT Weather Alert Day for the Philadelphia region as temps plummet and some snow showers move into the area.
The 4-3 vote to adopt the resolution is a major step forward and means Ocean City can move forward with discussions to rezone the area of Wonderland Pier.
Lumberton Township Mayor Gina LaPlaca was indicted on child abuse charges after she was accused of driving drunk with her 2-year-old son in the backseat.
Small is accused of physically and emotionally abusing his teenage daughter.