Those who get these calls are asked to hang up immediately, not return any messages, and contact law enforcement.

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The Bacon County Sheriff’s Office is warning locals about a new type of scam in the area.

Tri-County EMC warns of scam calls offering fake home energy audits, with reports across Jones, Baldwin and Putnam counties.

Criminals are using artificial intelligence voice cloning technology to fool families into thinking their loved ones are in ...

If you get a call from someone claiming to be law enforcement threatening arrest unless you pay immediately, it's not real.

Fake calls claiming you owe back taxes are rising, the FTC warns. These scams rely on pressure and confusion, but a few simple checks can help you avoid becoming a victim.

IRS impersonation scams: Fake IRS agents can call taxpayers, saying they owe back taxes and ask for those payments via a wire ...

A troubling message landed in our inbox, and it reveals a scam that many people have never seen. Before we break it down, here is an email Gary from Palmetto, Florida, sent us: "This just happened to ...

State law now allows California residents to have their contact and personal information removed from the people who sell it.

With AI fueling new schemes, scams have become a booming business—and 2026 could be the most lucrative year yet. I show you ...