scams

Obviously no scam is good, but I would argue the worst are the ones that prey on emotions to rob a person blind or worse. That's why there are urgent warnings for Illinois women to be aware there are current ploys that use text messages to lure victims into romance and banking problems.

It's important to always be aware of your surroundings and that's never been more important than it is now in our modern era. The FBI is warning Illinois residents about a rise in incidents involving 'jugging'. It's much more dangerous and common than it sounds.

Stay vigilant against passport renewal scams that could compromise your personal information and travel plans this year.

There are few organizations in the world more feared than the Internal Revenue Service. They're like the strict parent that you don't want to tick off. That's why many in Illinois are now concerned about stern warnings being issued to residents of the state about illegitimate tax credits being claimed.

You would think receiving an unexpected package would be a pleasant surprise. The truth is it's the beginning of a dangerous scam that is already causing big problems for many in Illinois as the feds shared a warning about why this goes so very wrong.

Beware of any text you receive where a stranger appears polite and "nice". A new one is now making the rounds in Illinois where victims are receiving a link that includes many pleasantries, but it's sinister and will empty your bank account.

Leave it to thieves to find a new way to try and rip you off. There's a new scheme where porch pirates are using fake Amazon delivery vests to steal from Missouri porches and they can easily be picked up online by anyone.

If you have ever shared anything on social media where you speak, you are in grave danger of being ripped off. Think you're immune because you live in Missouri? Guess again as this scam has already ripped off many in the Show Me State.

Perhaps you're a fairly tech-savvy person and think you can't be fooled by scammers. Think again. If you live in Missouri, there are 11 phone numbers that you should never ever answer. Not even for a brief second or you could be ripped off.

Romance scams cost Americans billions in 2022, and they're only getting worse.