Cyber scams are growing. While there are ways to protect yourself online, experts are calling for lawmakers to do more.
Author: Amritpal Kaur Sandhu-Longoria, USA TODAY
Three women sent their loved ones’ ashes to a TikTok artist in Georgia. It was all a scam.
Three women across the country are reeling from a scam that held their loved ones ashes hostage. Two of the three women are still missing the ashes.
Communities pushing back against dollar stores opening in their town, report finds
A new report by the Institute for Local Self-Reliance shows growing pushback against dollar stores, but the three retailers are continuing to expand
Dole cyberattack may be the cause of prepackaged lettuce shortage
Dole working to fix ransomware attack as North American systems shut down and grocers deal with lettuce shortage
Guaranteed basic income pilot programs are growing around the country, and community leaders are doing something about it
Guaranteed basic income pilot programs across the country are launching to give people a little extra money
When finding love online is not only a battlefield, but a scam. How to protect yourself this Valentine’s Day.
The FTC reported that people lost $1.3 billion to romance scams in 2022. Here is what the FTC and FBI want you to know so you can protect yourself.
CPSC wants to inform you about recalls faster. Here’s why the delay exists and how Congress can help.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission invites public to comment on Section 6(b) and consumer notification on recalls, but Congress has say
Why are recalled products still ending up on our shelves? Here is how you can stay safe.
US PIRG warns that recalled products are ending up back on shelves and harming consumers. Do you own a recalled product or need to file a report?
In a financial bind? Don’t let desperation lead you to a predatory loan, experts advise
When an unexpected expense arises, do you know what to do? Here are some expert tips when you find yourself in a bind