Average student loan debt has been on the rise as families try to keep up with soaring college costs. The average total student debt hovers near $30,000, with 2024 college graduates owing $494 more in ...

(WXYZ) — For many older adults, abuse doesn't come from a stranger. It comes from someone they know and trust. About a month ago, we introduced you to an elderly ...

You search for hotels in the city you plan to visit. Among the top search results is what appears to be an official hotel website or a legitimate travel booking agency. When you click the link, you ...

Consumers lost nearly $16 billion to fraud and scams in fiscal year 2025, according to the Federal Trade Commission — and that number is likely much higher because many victims never file a report.

In 2024, Americans reported losing $470 million to scams that started with texts, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Text scams are also becoming harder to detect with AI. Knowing what to look ...

CALUMET COUNTY, Wis. (WBAY) - The Calumet County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about scammers. Scammers are skilled at sounding convincing, creating urgency and pressuring people into making ...

Florida woman accused of threatening to kill couple during extortion call faces charges in Georgia Tykerria Everett was brought to Georgia from Florida after being accused of threatening to kill a ...

Well, here’s a heads up. The unofficial start of summer is here, and if you’re thinking about hightailing it to a vacation destination, pay attention; there are some things you need to know. Since ...

Ohio officials are warning residents about text message scams demanding payment for fake tolls, court fees, or traffic tickets. Imposter scams, where someone pretends to be from a government agency or ...

Golfing in the wind can make an already difficult sport about 100 times tougher. Because while most amateur and beginner golfers struggle with consistently hitting a little ball straight, when you add ...

The scam: A traveler lost $12,000 after calling a fake airline customer service number found through a Google search. How it works: Scammers use fake sponsored ads that look official, especially ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Police are warning of scam traffic citations that look real. Scammers are currently sending fake “final enforcement notices” to get victims to pay as soon as possible. IMPD said ...