Scam artists come out of the woodwork after natural disasters, taking advantage of the chaos, panic, and distraction. As the Northeast picks up and dries off from the devastation wrought by Hurricane ...

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Americans lost $12.5 billion to scams in 2024, and adults over 60 were among the most frequent victims, according to new data from the Federal Trade Commission. Older adults are prime targets because ...

Travel is supposed to ignite wonder and excitement, yet in 2025, travelers face an increasingly complex landscape of digital ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Before you buy those tickets for that concert or sporting event you’re looking forward to, be aware of potential scams. FOX4 Problem Solver Bella Caracta shares the red flags to ...

INDEPENDENCE, Mo. — The Palmer Center in Independence hosted its annual “Scamboree” event Tuesday to help the seniors it serves access resources and tips necessary to avoid getting scammed. “It’s very ...

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Don’t let a scammer ruin your holiday spirits. Each year, thousands of people become victims of holiday scammers who wait for the opportunity to exploit people. As we prepare for the ...

Despite your best intentions, it can be difficult to get everyone in your circle a perfect – or at least personal – gift. So you turn to Plan B: gift cards. Easy to get. Easy to use. Usually welcome.

PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — Cyber Monday is underway as many holiday shoppers are turning to online deals to get those must-have gifts at great prices. But while you navigate through online promotions, ...

As convenient as apps like Venmo are, they’re not without risk. Research from Security.org found 83% of people who use Venmo, PayPal or similar payment apps experienced some sort of scam (or attempted ...

MADISON, Wis. — Football fans scrambling for last-minute tickets to Saturday's 7 p.m. playoff game between the Packers and ...