Identity theft is a huge problem. According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, it's the No. 1 property crime in the country, totaling $10 billion more than all other property crimes combined.

There had already been more than 1 billion personal records compromised before the National Public Data breach that has been making headlines, according to Michael Bruemmer, head of global data breach ...

Criminal identity theft is a serious crime where someone uses your personal information to commit offenses, leading to wrongful criminal records in your name. It’s one of the most damaging forms of ...

As Identity Theft Awareness Week highlights the risks of identity theft, the News 8 On Your Side team provides crucial advice on how to protect yourself from becoming a victim.Every single person is a ...

When a loved one passes away, protecting their identity from theft is crucial. You’ll need to secure documents and notify all three credit bureaus, among other agencies, to help prevent identity theft ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - AARP Kansas hosted a free Shred Event on April 4 in light of Fraud Prevention Month. According to the Federal Trade Commission, consumers in Kansas reported $57.6 million in ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. — With December marking Identity Theft Awareness Month, the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is urging residents to take steps to safeguard their personal ...

This story is sponsored by America First Credit Union. It's an ugly reality, but the internet is full of people who are trying to steal your money or your identity. Scammers prey upon young and old ...

Clearnym fills the gap that cybersecurity software ignores. Their opt-out guides walk through exactly how to remove your personal information from people search sites and data broker databases. Beyond ...

INVESTIGATOR BRIAN ROCHE EXPLAINS. SO LET’S GET RIGHT TO THIS EMAIL SENT IN BY A VIEWER, HE WRITES. LAST WEEK, I RECEIVED A PRE-APPROVED BUSINESS CREDIT ACCOUNT IN THE MAIL. I HAVE MY OWN BUSINESS AND ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — It’s that time of the year again where your sensitive tax information is the most vulnerable. With the chance of tax identity theft especially high during the tax filing season, it ...