The growing risk to consumers posed by scams begs the need for a government-wide strategy to counter scams, track them accurately and agree on what defines a scam, a new study said. The cost of this ...

Be mindful that any one of your everyday or special business transactions could go wrong. Be prepared by making a habit of ...

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 ...

PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - For many the holidays are already a time of spending money... And with already tight budgets, no one wants to give that extra cash to ...

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 ...

PHOENIX, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Utility scams, including phone calls, emails, and in-person visits, are becoming more sophisticated. Scammers may impersonate utility companies, such as ...

Scams are at epidemic levels. In 2023, they were “among the most common crimes affecting U.S. adults,” according to a Gallup ...

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 ...

Why are seniors being targeted in crypto scams? Scammers prey on seniors because they view them as financially secure, trusting and less familiar with rapidly evolving technology. Let’s understand why ...