Missouri courts are warning the public about a scam involving fake text messages that claim recipients have unpaid traffic tickets. The Missouri Judiciary said in a press release that the messages are designed to trick people into clicking on links that could expose...
A bipartisan effort is underway in Jefferson City to scale back the amount of screen time Missouri students have. Rep. Tricia Byrnes, R‑Wentzville, and Rep. Marlene Terry, D‑St. Louis, have each filed legislation. Byrnes’ plan limits K-5 students to 45 minutes of...
The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers about a rise in fake websites. Khesha Duncan with the BBB’s office in Columbia tells Missourinet that Halloween kicks off a season full of scams. “And it’s much easier for scammers to try and take advantage of...
The Better Business Bureau is warning Missourians about a new scam called “Ghost Tapping.” Khesha Duncan, Regional Manager in Columbia, told Missourinet, “It sounds like it would be related to Halloween fun, but unfortunately it is not.” “It’s actually a type of...
When a text alerts you to a new job listing and it sounds like your dream job, be careful! Kimberly Palmer of Nerd Wallet says it could also be a scam designed to steal your personal information and money. She joins Show Me Today to help you pick out warnings and...
