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With so many purchases during the holiday season, it can be easy to miss a fraudulent credit card charge or two, especially if it appears to be from a charity. Keep a close eye on your credit card ...

Online purchase scams were the most frequently reported, accounting for more than 28% of all scams reported in 2025.

Gift cards are a popular and convenient gift-giving option, but they are also a target for scammers. Stay one step ahead and shop carefully to avoid a scam known as "gift card draining." Here's how ...

With refunds expected to be bigger this year, you may be anxious to file your taxes. But the BBB wants to make sure you don’t fall for a scam. The wife of one of our news partners at Fox23 received a ...

The Chicago Bears are on a hot streak, which means fans looking for tickets to Sunday's playoffs game are a target for scammers and fraudsters. The Better Business Bureau issued a warning, urging fans ...

Tired of spam texts that just won't stop? Your phone comes with built-in protection, but it might be turned off by default. Here's how to fix that on both iPhone and Android.