The episode shows how anyone can be deceived — even a city with a population of more than 231,000 people and an entire finance department watching out for it.

As AI is adopted across industries, it’s also being taken up by scammers.

If you get an unprompted phone call from an individual claiming to work for the FBI or a government agency, you should hang up immediately.

According to the FTC, fraud losses hit $15.9 billion in 2025. Imposter scams led in sheer number of reports, but investment scams caused the steepest financial damage. This voice experience is ...

Fraudsters are using fake loan forgiveness offers to steal money. Learn to spot red flags and protect your data.

Every year, the San Diego County District Attorney’s Office sees an increase in reports involving fraudulent rental listings ...

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Scammers are using Hawaiian names in text messages to make them look legitimate and defraud drivers through fake traffic ...

There may be no better target for a prank than a scammer. That’s exactly what Rosie Okomura does. Known online as IRL Rosie, she’s part of a growing group of creators who spend their time calling ...

For many people, games like Words With Friends are a relaxing way to pass the time. You play a few rounds, chat with opponents and enjoy a little mental exercise. But scammers have quietly turned ...

The Missouri Attorney General has issued a warning to the public about scams statewide related to the current summer heat. A ...