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"It's not like the olden days when, if your credit card was used for some fraud, it was because you lost it," says Prof. Rob D'Ovidio of Drexel University.
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"It's not like the olden days when, if your credit card was used for some fraud, it was because you lost it," says Prof. Rob D'Ovidio of Drexel University.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety on Thursday gave 39 vehicles top safety ratings for 2014.
It's the age of the Mountain Cam!
Tipping is something that most people do year-round, but during the holidays, it can get more confusing. It's a topic that comes up every year and as 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan tells us, it still leaves many scratching their heads.
Organizer Yoko Barnes says fair trade means that works are paid a living wage and no child laborors are used
Retailers are expected to begin selling Beyoncé's new CD this weekend, but Target has decided not to stock it.
We're more popular at this time of year than at any other -- with e-mail marketers, at least.
Owner Stu Stern of S&H Hardware says he has stockpiled plenty of incandescent bulbs. Manufacture of 60- and 40-watt incandescents is banned in the US after January 1st.
If you still have some holiday shopping left to do, you might want to save the men's department for last.
In addition to holiday cheer, the holiday season also brings with it a healthy helping of dread – at least for New Jerseyans.
Prosecutors say Marshall Perlman signed contracts to assist homeowners and businesses in resolving their insurance claims, but stole hundreds of thousands of dollars in settlements from them.
Desperate times call for desperate measures, so we asked some local shoppers how they will get it all done.
On a sidewalk at 10th and Market Streets, a PETA spokeswoman said that angora rabbits endure horrifying pain as factory workers mistreat them to produce fabric for the fashion industry.
The company announced the recall on its website, which applies to the IKEA SMILA wall-mounted lamps.
What's that, you say? A "ditty bag?"
The airport's two main carriers, US Airways and American, say they will waive change fees in light of the forecast.
The parent company of the newly merged American Airlines and US Airways says that as it continues the process of forming the world's largest airline, consumers will see only gradual changes.
3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan shows you how to check out if you've got a record.
The Pennsylvania Treasury Department says JPMorgan Chase told it that hackers gained access to the personal information of about 465,000 cardholders nationwide.
It was a start to one of the earliest seasons in recent memory. As a cold snap set in, Big Boulder opened its terrain parks before Thanksgiving and other Pocono resorts weren't far behind.
As 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds, packaging the perks is a trend that's taking off. From bundles to subscription services, there are a number of offers out there.
The panel convened to call attention to the issue also reinforced how hard it is to combat this type of crime.
Anthony Black scored 27 of his career-high 31 points in the first half and the Orlando Magic routed the injury-depleted Philadelphia 76ers 144-103 in an NBA Cup game.
A 19-year-old man is wanted for shooting and killing a 46-year-old man in Strawberry Mansion Tuesday morning, Philadelphia police said.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith is dealing with multiple injuries heading into Week 13 vs. the Chicago Bears on Black Friday.
A man wearing a wolf mask has been charged in connection with the burglary of a marijuana shop in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A beloved dinosaur statue in Manayunk was replaced after someone snapped off its head in an apparent act of vandalism.
Pennsylvania is the 28th state to pass the CROWN Act, which prohibits discrimination based on a person's hair style, type or texture.
Anthony Black scored 27 of his career-high 31 points in the first half and the Orlando Magic routed the injury-depleted Philadelphia 76ers 144-103 in an NBA Cup game.
A 19-year-old man is wanted for shooting and killing a 46-year-old man in Strawberry Mansion Tuesday morning, Philadelphia police said.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith is dealing with multiple injuries heading into Week 13 vs. the Chicago Bears on Black Friday.
A man wearing a wolf mask has been charged in connection with the burglary of a marijuana shop in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
A 19-year-old man is wanted for shooting and killing a 46-year-old man in Strawberry Mansion Tuesday morning, Philadelphia police said.
A beloved dinosaur statue in Manayunk was replaced after someone snapped off its head in an apparent act of vandalism.
The government shutdown might be over, but some in Philadelphia are still dealing with the fallout.
Doctors at Main Line Health now have a new kind of robotic surgery that makes recovery quicker and easier for lung cancer patients.
Delivery drama is happening on the 3400 block of Miller Street in Port Richmond because of the nearby DashMart.
A man wearing a wolf mask has been charged in connection with the burglary of a marijuana shop in Gloucester County, New Jersey.
Make your list, check it twice, then head out to some of the local holiday markets open for business around the Philadelphia area.
The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said a 17-year-old was charged with murder after his mother was found stabbed multiple times in a Mays Landing
It was a wild sight to see Friday morning in a Gloucester County neigh-borhood after a horse led police on a chase through the area.
A shooting inside a Cherry Hill recording studio Thursday left a 36-year-old man injured, officials said.
Make your list, check it twice, then head out to some of the local holiday markets open for business around the Philadelphia area.
A man was killed and another was injured in separate Wilmington shootings Sunday night, police said.
A severe geomagnetic storm that hit the Earth's magnetic field Tuesday night made the northern lights visible across a large swath of the U.S., including in the Delaware Valley.
Veterans Day is today, and across the Philadelphia region, events are being held to honor those who served.
Police say Isiah Worthy of Dover stole cash and a state government-owned SUV, which he crashed into two parked cars.
Doctors at Main Line Health now have a new kind of robotic surgery that makes recovery quicker and easier for lung cancer patients.
ByHeart said it can't rule out that all of its baby formula across all product lots could be contaminated, citing recent test results.
Karlie Kisha is a special athlete who has competed on an international stage while also being a cancer patient.
A New Jersey family says they've seen significant progress in their son's autism symptoms after using a medication supported by the Trump administration.
After 90% of his body was burned in the Northeast Philadelphia plane crash, 10-year-old Ramesses is close to getting out of the hospital.
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.
Andrew Cosenza, owner of The Bistro at Cherry Hill, is accused of failing to pay more than $271,000 in sales tax to the state.
The U.S. Commerce Department has launched an antidumping review targeting Italian pasta, claiming it's sold below market prices.
Nearly a million travelers are expected at Philadelphia International Airport over the Thanksgiving holiday.
The money is a massive safety and infrastructure boost for the transit authority after months of warnings about aging trains and trolleys.
Road closures and parking restrictions will be in place for Philadelphia Marathon Weekend.
A person was stabbed on the platform of SEPTA's 5th Street Station Monday night in the area of Independence Mall in Philadelphia.
SEPTA says trains on the Chestnut Hill West and Fox Chase lines will be canceled in the morning and later in the day Tuesday.
Anthony Black scored 27 of his career-high 31 points in the first half and the Orlando Magic routed the injury-depleted Philadelphia 76ers 144-103 in an NBA Cup game.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith is dealing with multiple injuries heading into Week 13 vs. the Chicago Bears on Black Friday.
After a lackluster year for tourism, the U.S. is likely to see a jump in international visitors for the 2026 World Cup, economists say.
Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sánchez received a $2,678,437 bonus under an initiative to direct more money to top younger players.
Andrei Vasilevskiy made 20 saves for his first shutout of the season, Brandon Hagel had two goals and an assist and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Philadelphia Flyers 3-0 on Monday night.
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.
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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.
Philadelphia police officers are delivering food to hundreds of families in need this holiday season.
Gloucester Township Police said scammers are impersonating officers and being told to pay them in Bitcoin. Police say that they will never call you and demand money for any reason.
Largely, most flights have recovered from the government shutdown earlier this month ahead of the Thanksgiving travel rush at Philadelphia International Airport. Madeleine Wright reports.
The FBI has opened an inquiry into six Democratic members of Congress whom President Trump accused of "seditious behavior," according to several lawmakers.
Bill Kelly says the heaviest rain moves in Tuesday night, as a NEXT Weather Alert is in effect for the Philadelphia region.