scams

Credit unions in Oregon are warning of a new scam that involves imposter text messages. The texts look legit, and can be tricky since people often respond quickly to texts.

The Oregon FBI is warning of yet another pandemic-related scam: hiring fraud. COVID-19 hit the economy hard, driving up the state’s unemployment rate as…

The latest round of pandemic scams now includes fake or unapproved antibody tests. Yes, there are researchers working on ways to test large groups of…

During this pandemic, many offices and organizations have moved to teleconference programs like Zoom or Skype for remote meetings. But law officials say…

The coronavirus pandemic is also seeing a rise in fraud cases. Consumer protection and law enforcement officials are warning people against scammers.…

Fears and uncertainty over COVID-19 may make people susceptible to scams, warns the Oregon FBI.It’s safe to say the pandemic has people on edge, and many…

An 80-year-old Portland man’s online romance was not only fake, it gave him a broken bank account as well as a broken heart. As KLCC’s Brian Bull reports,…

A consumer protection official is warning Oregonians of continuing scams aimed at the elderly.Ellen Klem is with the Oregon Department of Justice. She…

As families prepare college applications and research financial aid opportunities, officials are warning them to avoid scams through online ads and…

The Better Business Bureau is warning Eugene-area residents to watch for a scam loan operation. KLCC’s Brian Bull talks to a local man who was nearly…

Scammers are targeting local utility customers, according to Eugene Water and Electric Board.Spokesman Joe Harwood says they’re hearing reports of small…

Oregon taxpayers have been receiving phone calls from scammers pretending to be with the IRS or Internal Revenue Service. KLCC’s Briana Friden has the…