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Jim Donovan

Jim Donovan, an Emmy Award-winning consumer reporter whose honors run the gamut from the Better Business Bureau to the Associated Press, is the featured reporter for the 3 On Your Side consumer unit. More...


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Jim's Blog

3-On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan contributes daily reports for all of CBS 3 newscasts. Log on to Jim's "Consumer Corner" blog to learn about everything from scams and rip-offs to interesting deals of the day. Visit Jim's Blog



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Latest Toy Recall Information

For the latest toy and product recall information, visit the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission at www.cpsc.gov

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Angie's List

Save time, money and aggravation!  They are some of the goals of 3-On Your Side.  We always welcome others to join in our battle to inform and educate consumers and today we are proud to announce that "Angie" is on our team. More



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Freeze Your Credit Report

Beginning in November consumers in all 50 states will be able to freeze access to their credit files at all three major credit reporting bureaus.  State laws in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware allow residents of those states to do it already.  Putting a freeze on your credit files helps to prevent identity thieves from opening fraudulent accounts in your name. For instructions on how to freeze your credit file you can click here.



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The Green Scene

CBS 3 and cbs3.com are committed to help you go green. Here are some links to resources that can help. More


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Pump Patrol

With gas prices on the rise, CBS 3 is back on the pump patrol. Now you can use your mouse to find the cheapest prices near you!  More

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Natasha Brown

Star sign: Virgo
First TV appearance: As an intern in Charlottesville Virginia.
First Story: A missing child in Florence South Carolina.

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