Scams

There is much to like about social media, but there are many flaws with it and in the Magic Valley, there is a dark side you must be aware of.

There are ways to get money in this world, and one family recently spotted in Twin Falls decided to use their gifts to raise money for their family; or did they?

The bill is evidence Senators have heard constituents.

I've gotta admit the last few times I've gone to the gas pump, I've checked the card reader. I'm just making sure it's not rigged with a credit card skimmer. Credit card skimmers have been so problematic in recent years, even the Secret Service has been cracking down on them.

Idaho’s attorney general says there have been an increased number of consumer complaints this summer about a social security impostor scam.

The U.S. Marshals are warning Idahoans of an imposter phone scam in which the callers trick people into sending them money.

At least a couple of Idaho resident recently received fraudulent tax information in the mail.

Authorities are warning people about a scam that is targeting elderly residents in Blaine County.

Southern Idaho sheriffs are warning citizen of a couple known scams targeting jurors and grandparents

According to Idaho Power, a number of its customers have reported misleading statements and activities from individuals selling solar panels or services claiming to be from the company.

Idaho's attorney general issued a consumer alert on Thursday, warning of many imposter scams that have been targeting residents in the Gem State.

Don’t be scammed by a scammer.

Idaho Power Co. says scammers have ramped up their efforts to target customers, both homeowners and businesses.

Idaho Power Co. says scammers have been calling utility customers disguised as company employees and demanding immediate payment.

Idaho is cracking down on fraudulent charities that target veterans and service members.

An attempted scam incident happened in northern Idaho, but Attorney General Lawrence Wasden is warning residents across the state to be cautious of callers claiming to be from his office.

The number of attempted scam calls from people claiming to be from Idaho Power Co. have been on the rise recently, according to the utility company.

Residents in Minidoka County are being warned of a new telephone scam that pretends to be a law enforcement officer.

Christmas might be over – and that means your shopping might have lessened – but that doesn’t mean the scammers and identity thieves have gone into hibernation.

Twin Falls Police sent out a warning to the public this week not to trust the caller identification on your phone. In today's highly technical world the caller ID is very easy to fake for those looking to get highly personal information from unsuspecting victims, according to a statement from Twin Falls Police.