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TEXAS, USA — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Thursday announced an investigation into fraudulent charity scams in the ...

Many of us would like to help the victims of the Texas floods. But the Better Business Bureau is warning about some ...

Some of the biggest names in music, including George Strait, are stepping up to help Hill Country flood victims by holding ...

Despite the misconception that only older people are targeted by these attacks, Smith said that people of any age are ...

As Texas communities grapple with the aftermath of devastating floods, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is urging potential ...

Donors have many choices to consider when giving to charity. Things such as what type of charity to give to, where the money ...

In the aftermath of catastrophic flooding in Texas, with many wishing to donate to charities that support victims and their families, consumers should be aware of how to avoid and report charity ...

As donations were being raised for the Center Point Volunteer Fire Department (CPVFD) in Kerr County, scammers took advantage of the opportunity. They impersonated several payment platforms, deceiving ...

According to AG Ken Paxton, scammers used payment platforms to trick donors, posing as charities to pocket donations meant for flood victims.

A charity sponsor is now accused of offering “private meetings” with Prince William, aka the next king, for an unassuming $25,000 each. This drew the prince into a cash-for-access scandal, which, ...