Before answering unknown calls, learn the most common phone scams and warning signs so you can protect your money and keep fraudsters out of your wallet.

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.

Scammers are impersonating the IRS and tax prep services through urgent emails, texts, and calls designed to steal personal and financial information.

In the United States, approximately 28% of calls are labeled as scams or fraud. This means there's a high chance that a missed call from an unknown number could be a trap. While it might feel natural ...

FCC imposes new $10,000 fines on telecom companies for false robocall filings. New penalties take effect Feb. 5 to strengthen ...

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. First it was Jessica, now, it's Evelyn. If you have not received a text, email or call about the status ...

A new phone scam impersonating Comcast Xfinity is offering a 50% discount on monthly bills to deceive customers into providing their bank or credit card information.A little more than a year ago, a ...

Scammers pretending to be law enforcement personnel on the phone are becoming a growing problem across Georgia.