Consumer Alert
Phishing scheme targets unemployment insurance benefits and PII
Have you gotten an alarming text message about your unemployment insurance benefits from what seems to be your state workforce agency? You’re not alone.
Consumer Alert
More money is coming to families…and scammers are ready
As part of the American Rescue Plan Act, eligible families will get monthly payments from the government from July 15 through December 2021.
Consumer Alert
Scammers reportedly using fake unemployment benefits websites as phishing lures
At a time when many people left jobless by the pandemic are struggling to get by, scammers reportedly are using websites that mimic government unemployment insurance (UI) benefits websites.
Consumer Alert
The Drug Enforcement Administration isn’t calling
We’re getting reports about scammers pretending to be Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agents.
Consumer Alert
Social media is no place for COVID-19 vaccination cards
Some of you are celebrating your second COVID-19 vaccination with the giddy enthusiasm that’s usually reserved for weddings, new babies, and other life events.
Consumer Alert
Identity Theft Awareness Week starts today
The challenges that COVID-19 has brought include a higher risk of identity theft.
Consumer Alert
How to spot, avoid, and report imposter scams
Imposter scams often begin with a call, text message, or email.
Consumer Alert
Did someone tell you to pay with gift cards? It’s a scam
Maybe someone said you’ve won the lottery, a prize or sweepstakes.
Consumer Alert
Scammers impersonate the FTC, too
Scammers never seem to run out of new ways to try to take your money or steal your identity, especially in times of crisis like the one we’re living through now.
Consumer Alert
The IRS won’t call about your stimulus money
Most people have already gotten their economic stimulus payments, but the Internal Revenue Service is still sending them out. If you haven’t gotten