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Alert! Naperville Police warn residents of cryptocurrency scams
Above / Four fraud reports regarding cryptocurrency and totaling nearly $750,000 in losses have been filed since Feb. 29, 2024. (PN File Photo)
The Naperville...
BBB Alert: Spring Break Scammers lurk
Better Business Bureau Report
Travel experts predict that more people will travel this year for the first time since before COVID closed down events on...
Focus on Safety – Frauds and scams
Every day scammers are trying to separate you from your money. The seven members of the Naperville Police Financial Crimes Unit, composed of a...
DuPage County set to host ‘Safe from Scams: Protecting Seniors and Their Assets’
Above / DuPage County plans program from 9:30 to 11AM Jan. 31, 2024, to inform community regarding scams and fraud aimed at elderly.
DuPage County...
BBB Alert: Scammers bet fans will fall for sports betting cons
In Game 1 of the World Series on Fri., Oct. 27, the Texas Rangers defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks by a 6-5 margin in 11...
BBB Alert: Artificial Intelligence presents very realistic scams
Above / Better Business Bureau sends updated warning to be aware of alien emails and voicemails forwarded by AI: What you see or hear...
Our Voices – Frauds, scams, and ruses target senior citizens
Why are seniors the targets of scams? Seniors are often targeted for scams because they are perceived as having more money or a large...
Focus on Safety – A wolf in sheep’s clothing: Romance scams
Millions of people use online dating apps or social networking sites to meet someone. But instead of finding romance, many find a scammer trying...
Better Business Bureau warns / Cyber Monday is prime time for high-risk online shopping scams
CHICAGO – November 28, 2022 / It's no secret that the Monday after Thanksgiving, now known as "Cyber Monday," has become one of the...
Scammers go into overtime to cash in on sports betting excitement
Fan fever runs hot for betting and micro betting
With all the excitement of the new NFL and college football season, Better Business Bureau is...
Student-loan forgiveness attracts debate, including scammers
Editor's Note / Since the announcement regarding student-loan relief on Aug. 25, 2022, this publication has been receiving signed feedback from residents regarding the...
Shop locally whenever possible / Note BBB alert to be wary of back-to-school shopping scams
Get to know your local business community and shop locally for school supplies, new clothes and shoes. According to the the news release from...
Summer is seasoned with sizzling scams
Above / The start of summer brings with it a hot list of scams including travel, tickets, utility and storm chasers...(PN File Photo)
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Focus on Safety – ‘Scam likely’
Unfortunately, scams are everywhere and part of our daily lives. They range from robo calls about expired vehicle warranties to someone pretending to be...
Planning a move? Beware of scammers from shady moving companies
Above / The Better Business Bureau provides a heads-up for folks on the move. Beware of scammers and shady companies that might “move-in” this...
BBB Alert: As vaccine program begins, COVID scams also are reported
Above / Even before this report arrived, Naperville residents had contacted PN with questions about appointments and concerns about scams related to COVID-19 vaccinations....
Did you experience any of Top 10 Regional Scams of 2020?
Above / Better Business Bureau (BBB) announces Top 10 Regional Scams of the Year, with high hopes public input will help prevent scams in...
Be alert to scams featured on Black Friday and Cyber Monday
The Better Business Bureau reminds shoppers of Black Friday and Cyber Monday scams, mindful that COVID-19 is sending more individuals online where attractive fake...
Tips offered to protect customers during ‘Utility Scam Awareness Week’
Nicor Gas provides tips for customers to protect themselves during Utility Scam Awareness Week, plenty of good advice to follow every day of the...
Savvy shoppers take note! Report shows surge in online scams during pandemic
The Better Business Bureau provides a heads up to be cautious regarding internet purchases, especially during the holiday season. PN thinks the news below...
