From fake car warranties to phony charity appeals, the FTC reveals the most common tactics scammers are using.

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 ...

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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 ...

Debt collection scams can be one of the most frightening and persistent scam types. Victims often report that scammers harass them or their family members for weeks or even months, both at home and at ...

Scam calls have exploded into a nationwide problem, reaching levels that experts now describe as a crisis. Americans are bombarded daily with fake delivery updates, bank alerts, and government ...

People aged 60 and older are particularly vulnerable. The age group may be less tech-savvy, more likely to be targeted and have more money saved, making them lucrative targets for scammers. Read More: ...

Though many federal agencies have fraud-prevention responsibilities, no one agency has the authority to coordinate such efforts. The government needs to make a plan to address scams as a national ...