Data breach scams are on the rise, with cybercriminals exploiting real breaches to trick victims into handing over personal ...

CHICO — This week I thought I’d mix it up a little and instead of warning about the next scam, I’d provide some resources on how to report scams. In the past, I’ve occasionally mentioned where to ...

YouTube job scams sent via text are spreading globally, Google warns. Learn the key warning signs, including unrealistic pay and requests to move chats to Telegram or WhatsApp.

Anyone can fall for a scam call. Here’s what to know about common phone fraud tactics and how to avoid becoming a victim.

The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) has issued a warning about scammers using text messages to impersonate the agency. The messages, claiming to be from the BMV, threaten legal action while ...

Be careful, it could be a scam. Here's how it works: Someone calls, saying they're a sheriff or deputy. They claim they've seized a package in your name filled with drugs, weapons or cash and threaten ...

Robocalls offering fake car warranties were once among the most common phone scams in the U.S., with nearly a billion scams logged in a single month in 2022, according to the Federal Communications ...

It can be difficult to ignore the infamous ‘ding’ from your phone when getting a new text, but sometimes those messages have a phony background, asking you to click a link or respond with sensitive ...

Ohio officials are warning of fake texts claiming unpaid tolls and parking fines. Here's how to spot and report the scam.

Scammers are finding new ways to trick consumers out of their money. Now artificial intelligence — AI — is giving the fraudsters an edge, according to a report by consumer advocates. Phishing and ...