NEWwbztv-small wbz-am-small 985-small mytv38web2
HOLIDAY WEEKEND: Traffic  |  Interactive Radar  |  WBZ Weather Blog  |  Events

IDENTITY THEFT

Credit Report

Your Free Credit Report

No one should charge you for your credit report.

WBZ NewsRadio 1030–2013/04/17

Salem State University

Salem State University Says Data Breach Could Have Affected 25K

Salem State University is warning 25,000 current and former students and staff that their social security numbers may be in the wrong hands.

2013/03/17

(Photo courtesy: U.S. Social Security Administration)

How To Avoid Identity Theft

There has been a rebound in identity theft according Javelin Strategy. So how can you protect yourself?

WBZ NewsRadio 1030–2013/03/05

Scams, Internet

Phishing Scams And How To Avoid Them

Chances are that if you own a phone or computer, an attempt to steal your identify has been made by scammers.

WBZ NewsRadio 1030–2013/03/04

Taxes, IRS, Tax Return

Tax Frauds And Scams To Look Out For

Be wary of anyone that wants you to sign a blank return or who refuses to put their name and Social Security number on your return.

WBZ NewsRadio 1030–2013/02/21

(Photo courtesy: U.S. Social Security Administration)

Dead People’s Social Security Numbers For Sale On Government Web Site

When you think of identity theft, chances are you don’t think your government is part of the problem.

2013/01/29

(Image from Littleton Police/Facebook)

Littleton Chief Apologizes Over Personal Info Posted In Police Log

Littleton police are apologizing for accidentally posting personal information on the department’s website.

2013/01/26

(File Photo by DENIS CHARLET/AFP/Getty Images)

Protecting Your Numbers From Identity Theft

You need to protect your numbers. Credit card numbers, ATM numbers, Social Security numbers, and pin numbers.

WBZ NewsRadio 1030–2012/12/11

File Image (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

Safe Summer Travel Tips: Financial Security

The busy travel season is about to get underway. Although the inclination is to think about relaxing, it’s important to keep safety top of mind as well.

2012/05/21

Money, Withdrawl

National Consumer Protection Week: Identity Theft

How does identity theft happen?

WBZ NewsRadio 1030–2012/03/06

more

Listen Live!

Your Comments

Follow CBS Boston

Like us on foursquare

Select a Live Stream