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June 06, 2025
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Phishing

News and articles about phishing scams

Illinois Secretary of State warns about rise in DMV text scams

Illinois Secretary of State warns about rise in DMV text scams

Illinoisans are warned to lookout for text message scams claiming to be from the “Illinois State Department of Motor Vehicles” that threaten to suspend vehicle registration and driving privileges.

By Judy Harvey●
May 27, 2025 at 4:51 pm CDT
New Lenox resident loses almost $13,000 over phishing email scam

New Lenox resident loses almost $13,000 over phishing email scam

A New Lenox resident lost $12,924 after clicking the link on a phishing email that appeared to come from Xfinity, police said.

By Felix Sarver●
April 29, 2025 at 3:45 pm CDT
Tech Tips: Phishing scams grow more sophisticated

Tech Tips: Phishing scams grow more sophisticated

Remember, phishing scams use a sense of urgency to get you to react.

By TRIONA GUIDRY●
February 28, 2022 at 6:39 pm CST

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