PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) — Since the COVID-19 pandemic, fraud and identity theft has cost consumers billions of dollars, topping 12 billion in 2024. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) , ...

Referring to last week's "Part Two" column on controlling identity theft disasters, we will continue here with Part Three.

Employment-related identity theft is on the rise. Victims may not find out until tax season.

Identity theft reports surpassed 2024 totals within the first nine months of 2025, as scam-driven fraud losses climbed to $10.9 billion. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES ...

A stolen bag is bad enough on its own. When that bag holds your phone, your keys, and both you and your partner’s wallets, the loss hits differently. In a single grab, a thief walks away with your ...

Credit freeze after data breach? It won't stop all identity theft. Learn what gaps remain and how fraudsters bypass credit ...

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What happens if a scammer misuses your personal information, like your Social Security number to file a fraudulent unemployment claim?

Identity theft is increasingly targeting insurance, creating problems that can go undetected for months and are often difficult to resolve.

Tax season can bring unexpected challenges for U.S. taxpayers, especially with the rise of employment identity theft. This growing issue can lead to unanticipated tax forms and potential financial ...