The messages threaten license suspension, legal action, and more unless the target pays immediately through a suspicious link, police said.

A local woman received a call she thought was from her sister, but it turned into a scary scam and demand for money.

According to the Better Business Bureau, home improvement scams increase once warm weather starts to peak. According to the ...

If you’ve ever needed to send money digitally, you’ve probably heard of payment services like Zelle, Paypal, CashApp or Venmo. Today, 60% of Americans use so-called “peer-to-peer” or P2P services. The ...

Tips on keeping safe on Venmo, including what to do if you receive an unexpected payment or request from a stranger.

Scam of the Week generally runs every Tuesday. Readers are welcome to contact reporter Jake Hutchison to report scams and ...

Jackson Post has issued a scam alert after receiving reports of scammers sending text messages, claiming to be from the State ...

Oakmont Country Club will soon be the place to be as the community prepares for the U.S. Open. Scammers are hoping to take ...

A good starting point, if you receive a phone message or text that seems dubious, is to check that company's or agency's website. Companies like Apple and Amazon, and government agencies like the IRS, ...