A message that appears to be a harmless mix-up can be the start of something much more costly. The warning centers on so-called "accidental" texts. The message may sound casual and believable, such as ...

If you got a text message asking you to pay an unpaid toll, parking ticket, or moving violation, it is almost certainly a scam. Consumer Reports asked every toll agency in the U.S. whether it sends ...

Traffic ticket scams are becoming more sophisticated, with fraudsters posing as government agencies and sending fake ...

According to the FTC, fraud losses hit $15.9 billion in 2025. Imposter scams led in sheer number of reports, but investment scams caused the steepest financial damage.

Scammers are sending fake Amazon product recall texts with phishing links designed to steal your login and payment details. Here's how to spot them.

Scams on social media platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook are increasing, making users vulnerable to fraud.

Your phone buzzes. A text message pops up saying you have an outstanding traffic violation, and if you scan the attached QR code immediately, you can pay a $6.99 balance and avoid a court appearance.

A new text scam targeting Minnesotans is making its way across the state, posing as the Minnesota Judicial Branch. The scam makes the text message very “official,” according to the Judicial Branch, ...

On the topic of transportation, I also want to make sure Kentuckians are aware of *** current scam trying to take advantage of them. Fraudulent texts are being sent across the country, including here ...

Police in Allentown are warning people about fraudulent text messages claiming to be from PennDOT regarding suspended licenses, unpaid tickets, or “final notices.” In a news release, the Allentown ...