Boone County Sheriff Warns About Burglaries Targeting the Elderly
The Boone County Sheriff's Department says multiple burglaries have taken place in the past few weeks that target elderly homeowners.
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Be On the Lookout for Fake Father's Day Coupons on Social Media
The Better Business Bureau says social media coupon scams are on the rise during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Be On the Lookout for Package Thieves in the Rockford Area
A Rockford resident caught a man on camera stealing packages from several different homes near Meijer on Perryville.
Rockford Police Warn about Scammers Using RPD Phone Numbers
Rockford Police are warning residents that scammers are manipulating caller ID's to use numbers associated with the police department.
'Formjacking' Is the New Internet Scam We Need to Watch Out For
A new cyberattack called 'formjacking' is something we all need to be aware of and watch out for these days.
New Texting Scam Poses as FedEx, Amazon Delivery Notifications
Pay very close to attention to any delivery notification texts you receive from FedEx or Amazon today.
Your New Smart TV Could Be Spying On You
The FBI is warning consumers that the new Smart TV they bought on Black Friday could be hacked by cyber criminals.
Rockford Police Warn to Prepare Your Home for Burglary Season
Local police see an uptick in home burglaries during November and December, so here are a few simple things you can do to protect your home from intruders.
Officials Say Cyber Threats Hit Winnebago County Residents Daily
Eighty percent of the emails we receive are potentially dangerous. Here's what you need to know to keep your information protected.
New Scam Is Targeting Work Emails To Gain Personal Information
The Better Business Bureau is warning workers about a new scam that is targeting work emails by impersonating bosses.