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With July quickly coming to a close, SNAP beneficiaries in eight states should expect to see their July payments hit their accounts by Sunday. The funds, worth up to $1,751 for a household of eight, will be uploaded to an Electronic Benefit Transfer card, which functions as a debit card and can be used at […]

Food stamps: Eight states sending out SNAP benefits worth up to $1,751 this week

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HUNDREDS of Americans are eligible for part of a massive $6.49 million settlement that could result in tens of thousands of dollars being deposited in their bank accounts. Individuals that were impacted in a 2022 data breach are eligible to claim part of the large settlement. The settlement stems from...

Americans to get one-time $10,000 payment as company coughs up $6.49m for data breach – and you don’t need documentation

YOU might be able to claim some cash from a $5.5 million wine and spirits settlement. You don't need to do anything to get your part of the payment. This lawsuit, initiated by Wiseman Park, LLC ("Plaintiff"), alleges that Southern Wine and Spirits charged excessive late fees on purchasing wine, beer, or liquor, per the settlement website.

Americans can receive one-time payment from $5.5 million overcharge settlement – and you don’t need any proof

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Are you vulnerable to text message scams? Here are seven popular financial scam messages circulating today that you'll want to delete immediately.

These 7 Text Messages Are Almost Always Financial Scams

Hendersonville, NC

A FURIOUS Walmart shopper has hit out at the retailer, claiming their checkout process is disorganized and inefficient. The chain's reliance on self-checkout in several stores across the US has been a source of controversy for many. Shoppers have flooded to social media to complain about understaffed stores and long...

‘Just walked out’ fumes Walmart shopper who left cart with $130 of groceries after store had 19 unmanned registers

Now, hackers and scammers could be looking for just your phone number. It’s called “port-out hijacking” or “SIM-swapping,” and it’s been a nightmare for those who’ve fallen victim to it. In one instance, someone received an email notification from their bank that a hacker was trying to transfer $20K from their credit card to an “unfamiliar Discover Bank account.” Once that was resolved, days later, another attempt to score $19K to that same account was attempted. In this lesser-known form of identity theft, the hackers take over your phone number, so even calls and text go directly to them…and not to you. In this type of hack, even two-factor authentication can be used against you. These scams are only going to increase, but you can still be proactive in protecting yourself by regularly changing passwords, signing out of apps that you’re not currently using, and being diligent about keeping your personal information off the internet. According to the FBI, complaints regarding “SIM-swapping” have increased 400% between 2018 and 2021 and have caused over $68 million in personal losses to the victims.

How Phone Number Theft Can Be Your Latest Scamming Nightmare

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Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Senior citizens are often targets for scams, and as scams are getting more sophisticated, it’s getting easier to deceive even the most tech-savvy person. Elder fraud involves a variety of scams targeting seniors, from fake prizes to pleas for help from their “grandchildren,” resulting in an annual loss of $3 billion, according to the FBI. Seniors are often targeted due to their good credit, financial security, and trusting nature. Here are the top elderly fraud scams of the year:

Top 12 elderly fraud scams of 2024

THOUSANDS of people across the country are eligible for a one-time payment after a settlement has been reached in a lawsuit. A data breach in 2021 impacted over 710,000 Americans who were connected to the eye-care provider Nationwide Vision and Vision plan provider Sightcare. In agreeing to a $3.45 million...

Americans to get $300 payment from $3.45m pot after company ‘failed to protect them’ – certain customers will get $5,400

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, is still looking for a forever home for an adorable six-year-old French bulldog named Joannie. The local animal rescue explains: “Joannie was found as a stray extremely emaciated and less than half her current weight now. She was missing fur on her body, face and ears. She has been nursed back to health and is doing wonderfully. While her age and exact history is unknown, it is clear she has mothered more than enough litters in her short lifetime.”

Meet The "Extreme Snuggler" French Bulldog Still Looking For Love

“I am worried about a phone call I received from someone claiming to be from Medicare who had my personal information and was verifying it. The caller mentioned that I would receive a new plastic Medicare card with a chip the following day. It has now been over a week, and I still haven’t received the card. I think I may have made a serious mistake by confirming my details and responding to the questions the caller posed to me. What steps should I take or whom should I contact to verify if this was a legitimate communication from Medicare?” – Jeanette.

Latest Medicare Scam Targeting Seniors

Los Angeles, CA

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SAN DIEGO, California — An indictment unsealed today alleges that five individuals participated in a massive fraud and money laundering scheme resulting in losses of more than $27 million to over 2,000 seniors. During a coordinated law enforcement operation this morning in Los Angeles, California, and Las Vegas, Nevada,...

Five arrested in $27 million fraud scheme targeting seniors

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has become aware of a phishing scam and is warning those who might be affected. In a message sent on its website, FMCSA stated that “an email is being sent to registered entities by someone pretending to be FMCSA and requesting that you complete attached forms, which ask for a social security number and a USDOT PIN.

SCAM ALERT: FMCSA warns of phishing emails

MILLIONS of drivers are eligible for a settlement payment that could put more than $3,000 in their pocket. Some Kia and Hyundai drivers are eligible for the one-time payment, but the application deadline is approaching. Both manufacturers agreed to pay out a $145 million settlement to customers. Hyundai and Kia both said they agreed to […]

Nine million drivers to get one-time payment up to $3,375 from $145m Kia & Hyundai settlement – deadline to claim nears

With the emergence of AI and other new technologies, people have become more susceptible to scams online, especially older people. Seniors are targeted by scammers due to their little knowledge of the internet, so here are five scams that older people should look out for. If someone calls you claiming to be a government department and is asking for money, you should hang up, as that isn’t standard procedure and is likely a scam. While it may be a dream come true to receive a call telling you that you won the lottery, it is definitely a scam and you should hang up. If you receive an email that claims to be from Amazon and is asking for personal information, check the email address it comes from. Some scammers will ring you and say, “Can you hear me?” and while you may reply "yes," you should try not to, as they are recording your voice. Lastly, if you get a message from someone claiming to be a relative who is asking for money, make sure you verify the number.

5 Scams That Seniors Need To Avoid

Reignite your career and land the perfect job with these 15 essential job hunting tips for baby boomers.

Over 50? 15 Key Job Hunting Tips To Help You Get Hired

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(NEXSTAR) — Have you used Cash App at all since 2018? You may be eligible to receive part of a $15 million settlement Block Inc. (which owns Cash App) has agreed to after being accused of negligence following two data breaches. According to the class action lawsuit, Block and...

Cash App settlement: Are you eligible to claim up to $2,500?

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Savannah, GA

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

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Fake charity, home-repair scams: Here's how you can protect yourself

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohioans are being warned to watch out for home-repair scammers and fake charities in the wake of damaging storms that recently hit portions...

Fake charity, home-repair scams: Here's how you can protect yourself

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