The Rise Of Identity Theft: Reports From The Federal Trade Commission
The Federal Trade Commission reports that the occurrence rate for identity theft incidents is high, and it doesn't look like that trend will change anytime soon.
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The Federal Trade Commission reports that the occurrence rate for identity theft incidents is high, and it doesn't look like that trend will change anytime soon.
Many Americans like to believe that identity theft won't happen to them, but the staggering statistics from the Bureau of Justice Statistics prove otherwise.
3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan has some advice for keeping personal data safe on campus.
Between travel, vacations and sending the kids off to camp, summer can be a hot time for identity theft. 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan looks at some risky situations to avoid.
A federal grand jury alleges identity fraud with an ugly twist, and US attorney Zane Memeger calls the allegations "truly despicable."
But some security analysts wonder if the push toward chip-and-PIN technology is already too little, too late.
She was the "Bonnie" in what was called a Bonnie-and-Clyde identity fraud scam which broke in 2007.
With identity theft very much a reality in today's world, an area credit union wanted to help reduce the risk by holding a free document shredding event at three locations in the Philadelphia area on Saturday.
Identity theft is a serious crime that can ruin your finances, credit history, and reputation. Plus it can happen to anyone, even children. It may surprise you, but as 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds, often family members are to blame.
If you weren't victimized in the Target breach, that doesn't mean you can rest easy. The FBI says the number of incidents will continue to rise.
The families of two fallen soldiers are outraged and hurt.
Eight people – including a former bank teller -- have been charged with participating in an identity theft ring that used account information stolen from TD Bank customers.
On this Black Friday, not everyone is braving the crowds at the mall. Many are getting their deals online.
As 3 On Your Side consumer reporter Jim Donovan reminds us, taking a few simple steps before, during and after your trip can protect your personal and financial information from identity thieves.
The password for an iTunes account can get a cyberthief $8, according to one computer security expert.
The Montgomery County district attorney's office is currently investigating at least two calls that were made to county residents in which the caller, identifying himself as a member of the sheriff's office, demands the answerer's Social Security number, date of birth, and address.
Four Russian nationals and a Ukrainian have been charged with running a sophisticated hacking organization that over seven years penetrated computer networks of more than a dozen major American and international corporations.
There are laws that govern not just what you do with the information on your computer system, but also with how you dispose of it.
We are continuing to learn more details about Brenda Heist's life in Florida.
"Disconnect" is a loop of three interconnected stories, with the common denominator being electronic communications.
In the first year, the operation -- known as "Operation Facial Scrub" -- has yielded 38 criminal prosecutions and more than 600 potential cases.
A consumer advocacy attorney from Ambler, Pa. has some advice for local college students who may have had their personal information breached in a recent incident.
The District Attorney's Office and Philadelphia Police Department want to remind shoppers and employees to be safe during the holiday shopping season.
The Federal Trade Commission estimates that as many as 9 million Americans have their identities stolen each year.
The Internal Revenue Service has agreed to allow local police and prosecutors access to tax information to go after those who are perpetrating tax return fraud.
An increase in the hotel tax, plus new taxes on rideshares and some deliveries, are included in Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's new budget.
A Pennsylvania man was arrested after the National Park Service said he vandalized monuments in Gettysburg, causing thousands of dollars in damage.
A suspect in an attack on a synagogue in the Detroit area is dead after ramming a vehicle into the building and being confronted by synagogue security, Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said.
The new coins reflect major historic points in the country, from the Mayflower to the Gettysburg Address.
Pottsgrove Manor, a headquarters for the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, is now home to colonial-era examples of resistance.
An increase in the hotel tax, plus new taxes on rideshares and some deliveries, are included in Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's new budget.
A Pennsylvania man was arrested after the National Park Service said he vandalized monuments in Gettysburg, causing thousands of dollars in damage.
A suspect in an attack on a synagogue in the Detroit area is dead after ramming a vehicle into the building and being confronted by synagogue security, Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard said.
The new coins reflect major historic points in the country, from the Mayflower to the Gettysburg Address.
Pottsgrove Manor, a headquarters for the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, is now home to colonial-era examples of resistance.
An increase in the hotel tax, plus new taxes on rideshares and some deliveries, are included in Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's new budget.
The new coins reflect major historic points in the country, from the Mayflower to the Gettysburg Address.
Pottsgrove Manor, a headquarters for the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, is now home to colonial-era examples of resistance.
Buying everything children need can be expensive, but there are ways to save by buying gently used items.
Dan Hilferty, CEO of Comcast Spectacor and governor of the Flyers, says being the grand marshal is one of the biggest honors of his life.
High gas prices and travel uncertainty are on the minds of many travelers as they try to book their vacations locally and overseas.
After its kitchen was damaged in a fire last year, the former Westmont Diner in Haddon Township, New Jersey, is reopening with a new name.
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill, on the job for a little over a month, called for major cuts during her first budget address Tuesday.
A barge hauling scrap metal caught fire in the Delaware Bay on Tuesday.
Mortgage rates have fallen to a three-year low, prompting some homeowners to ask whether now is the right moment to refinance.
Up-and-coming bands are sharing their sound in between the aisles at Fiesta Fresh Farmers Market.
A barge hauling scrap metal caught fire in the Delaware Bay on Tuesday.
Mortgage rates have fallen to a three-year low, prompting some homeowners to ask whether now is the right moment to refinance.
Delaware residents can now schedule appointments at the Wilmington DMV, which will reopen on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
New Castle County police fatally shot a man armed with knives after a standoff on Ramsey Road.
New owners say Springfield Hospital could reopen as soon as this year, bring much-needed health care to Delaware County.
Yentli Soto Albrecht, who is a genetic carrier of ALS, is working on research at Penn that could one day prove life-saving.
The 18th annual Pink Invitational is raising money to help women with breast and ovarian cancer.
A micro-hospital that aims to help Delaware County after Crozer Health's collapse last year is inching closer to opening in Aston.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is set to reopen Friday after being because of a fire, a spokesperson said.
The Franklin Mall in Northeast Philadelphia is closed until further notice following a fire, a mall security official said.
Move over, Wawa, "there's a new player in town." Customers shed light on Pennsylvania's heated rivalry as Sheetz opened its first store in Montgomery County.
Former Sheetz president and CEO Steve Sheetz has died at age 77, the Altoona-based company announced on Monday.
The post-Christmas return rush was underway at shops and malls across the Philadelphia area.
TSA workers are impacted by the government shutdown and the agency is dealing with staffing constraints, including at PHL.
Service on SEPTA's Market-Frankford Line between 30th Street and Spring Garden stations resumed Wednesday night after an underground fire.
The Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day Parade returns to Market Street Sunday.
SEPTA plans to create new bus routes and extend service on others in Philadelphia.
A person is dead, and another was critically injured in a crash in Southwest Philadelphia involving a SEPTA bus Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Chase Utley's Phillies Wall of Fame induction ceremony will take place before the club's Aug. 7 game against the Blue Jays.
The Lehigh University men's basketball team is heading to the 2026 NCAA Tournament for the first time in more than a decade.
It's a big summer for sports in Philadelphia, and one of the biggest events is the PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club.
Cam Payne scored 13 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter, rookie VJ Edgecombe added 21 points in his return to the lineup and the 76ers rallied to beat the Grizzlies 139-129 on Tuesday night.
Bam Adebayo scored 83 points, the second-most in a game in NBA history, and set records for most free throws taken and made on Tuesday.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
Streaming giant Netflix declined to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Barry Manilow announced Friday he needs to reschedule several more concerts as he continues to recover following surgery after he was diagnosed with lung cancer.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Chase Utley will be inducted into the Phillies' Wall of Fame before Philadelphia's Aug. 7 game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Citizens Bank Park, the team announced Thursday.
Steve Serio, a three-time U.S. gold medalist in wheelchair basketball, and Staff Sgt. Rico Roman, a three-time gold medalist in sled hockey, are visiting Philadelphia this week participating in sports clinics in partnership with Toyota, the 76ers and Flyers and the Challenged Athletes Foundation. Natasha Brown chats with these two gold medalists live in our studio.
Taxes on services like Uber and an increase to the hotel tax could take effect if Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's budget passes. She pitched her budget to City Council in a meeting on Thursday.
Taxes on services like Uber and an increase to the hotel tax could take effect if Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker's budget passes. She pitched her budget to City Council in a meeting on Thursday.
Meet Dan Hilferty, an influential businessman in Philadelphia, the governor of the Flyers and proud of his Irish heritage. This Sunday, Hilferty has a new title that he may be most proud of. CBS News Philadelphia's Joe Holden has the story.