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Consumer Reports warns that scammers are sending phony recall notices to steal your personal data. Learn how to tell a real recall from a scam and protect yourself.

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Tax season brings more than just paperwork. It brings a surge in scams, and retirees are squarely in the crosshairs.

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The IRS outlines evolving tax scams, from unemployment fraud to social media tax “hacks," and warns taxpayers what to watch for in 2026.

Ohio officials are warning of fake texts claiming unpaid tolls and parking fines. Here's how to spot and report the scam.