The Better Business Bureau has released fraud prevention tips for 2026 after tracking the year’s riskiest scams that cost consumers time, money, and energy.
Amid the hustle and bustle of the holidays, I urge you to slow down. Not so much to smell the roses, but rather, from a practical standpoint, to be vigilant against people who could do you harm.
Millcreek police, FBI warn of surge of scams targeting unsuspecting victims. Victims of all ages are being targeted by a variety of scams. Victims are urged to contact police, FBI report centers. A 70 ...
The US Marshal Phone Scam happens when someone pretends to be a US Marshal and demands money. Often, there's a threat of arrest. The caller claims the consumer failed to appear in federal court. Just ...
DEKALB COUNTY, GA — With Black Friday just one day away and Christmas approaching next month, many people are beginning their holiday shopping across metro Atlanta. Blaine Clarke with the DeKalb ...
Last year, nearly 1 in 3 consumers reported falling victim to a holiday scam. Protect your finances this season and beyond by attending a free scam prevention workshop at the Chase community center ...
Even tech-savvy and experienced internet users can fall victim to online scams. Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, using technology and psychology to exploit trust and emotions. Fake ...
Meta, as part of its ongoing global anti-scam awareness campaign, has shared the latest trends in scams targeting older adults, new safety tools, and tips for how to spot and avoid scammers online.
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - According to KKTV, the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office has warned the community about scams related to the Government Shutdown. These scams relate to Social Security, ...
WOODHULL, Ill. (KWQC) - Illinois State Rep. Dan Swanson will host two scam prevention seminars this month. The free seminars will include tips on how to avoid being scammed from local law enforcement ...
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission issued a warning to customers about a circulating phone scam, where a caller pretends to work for the utilities commission and tries to trick customers into ...