Scam texts are targeting people ages 18 to 29 at record levels, with reports of attempted scams among Gen Z tripling.

If you are ever unsure whether a message is fraudulent, you should contact the entity requesting funds via their official ...

As this holiday season nears its end, Illinois Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias issued a warning Tuesday about text scams.

Illinois officials are warning residents to not respond or open links if they get a text claiming they owe money for traffic ...

ILLINOIS (WIFR) - A rise in text scams about unpaid traffic fines has Loves Park police and Illinois’ Secretary of State ...

Did you recently get a text saying you owe money for tolls or traffic violations in Illinois? While these messages may be ...

The year 2026 is almost here, and with the new year comes a new wave of scams that could potentially drain your bank account.

Authorities have issued a fresh warning about scam messages circulating on WhatsApp and Telegram that exploit New Year 2026 ...

ILLINOIS (KWQC) - Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is warning residents about a text scam targeting drivers.

The best way to defend against this type of scam is to simply ignore it. Those who wish to be a bit more proactive can ...

A phone call that sounds like a family member in trouble. A text claiming unpaid tolls. A job offer that appears legitimate but asks for an upfront fee. Federal investigators say these scenarios ...

A new Virginia law gives consumers more control over calls and texts, requiring businesses to honor STOP requests for 10 ...