Fraud & Security Alert

The U.S. Census Bureau has many ways of contacting citizens — but it will never call you to ask for information like your Social Security number, bank account or political affiliation. If you get a call or text claiming to be from the Census Bureau requesting this information, hang up! It's a dangerous scam that can cost you money.

If you're uncomfortable with how much your smart devices can hear in your home, we don't blame you. Companies that make these products know enough about you as it is. If you want to take control of your privacy and keep your conversations "behind closed doors," here's how you can stop your smart devices from listening.

Fake delivery notification scams are spreading rapidly across the country — which is why groups the BBB is issuing warnings to pay close attention to text messages. If you receive this particular type of text, make sure to ignore it. There's no package, no delivery and no chance you'll escape with your money untouched if you fall for it.

I recently reported Samsung was about to release yet another folding smartphone after its first attempt, the Galaxy Fold, was an embarrassing failure. Screens that creaked within a week and a crazy price tag. Well, the new phone is out and here’s what the critics say.