(ABC 6 News) – The Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a scam in the area. On Sunday, January 4, ...

Scam texts are targeting people ages 18 to 29 at record levels, with reports of attempted scams among Gen Z tripling.

If you are ever unsure whether a message is fraudulent, you should contact the entity requesting funds via their official ...

Scam text messages are becoming harder to detect, but Google is adding a new layer of protection for Android users. The ...

As this holiday season nears its end, Illinois Treasurer Alexi Giannoulias issued a warning Tuesday about text scams.

The year 2026 is almost here, and with the new year comes a new wave of scams that could potentially drain your bank account.

Illinois officials are warning residents to not respond or open links if they get a text claiming they owe money for traffic ...

ILLINOIS (WIFR) - A rise in text scams about unpaid traffic fines has Loves Park police and Illinois’ Secretary of State ...

Did you recently get a text saying you owe money for tolls or traffic violations in Illinois? While these messages may be ...

ILLINOIS (KWQC) - Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is warning residents about a text scam targeting drivers.

A phone call that sounds like a family member in trouble. A text claiming unpaid tolls. A job offer that appears legitimate but asks for an upfront fee. Federal investigators say these scenarios ...

Authorities have issued a fresh warning about scam messages circulating on WhatsApp and Telegram that exploit New Year 2026 ...