The City of Fargo would like to notify property owners that American Water Resources of North Dakota, Inc. has begun an informational mailing campaign to Fargo property owners offering water and sewer
If you should have any question about your property's water and sewer service line and how it relates to the services offered by American Water Resources of North Dakota, Inc. please feel free to contact the Fargo Public Works Department at (701) 241-1453.
Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem today issued a Cease and Desist Order against George Donald Nelson III and Karla Ann Nelson, doing business as Baron Buildings, LLC, and AG Pro Buildings, LLC, for violations
George Nelson III and Karla Nelson already are charged in South Dakota, and George Nelson has been incarcerated in Minnesota for a similar scam.
Burnsville, Minnesota – January 17, 2013 – The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) is noting an uptick in reports of the "Tech Support" scam. Consumers have contacted the BBB in
The BBB is urging people not to be fooled by these calls, as they are not legitimate and are designed to either solicit credit card numbers or gain remote access to computers, which could lead to personal or financial information being compromised.
The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) has noted a spike in complaints against Power4Home Pro, a solar and wind energy manufacturing company which claims on their website they can
The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) has noted a spike in complaints against Power4Home Pro, a solar and wind energy manufacturing company which claims on their website they can teach people how to "slash their power bill or eliminate it completely."
The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) is warning consumers not to be duped by a company that's offering homeowners copies of their property deeds for an exorbitant price - in some
Homeowners nationwide are receiving letters asking them to pay upwards of $80 to obtain a certified copy of their property deed. What the mailings don't mention is that deeds are available from the county for a few dollars or less.
The state Department of Health is warning Minnesotans to be wary of scam artists selling water treatment systems. Officials have seen a rise in complaints about deceptive sales pitches for water treatment
Officials have seen a rise in complaints about deceptive sales pitches for water treatment systems, following investigations of groundwater contamination in Washington County and elsewhere in Minnesota.
The economy may be struggling, but the fraud business is booming. Fraud and ID theft complaints are up sharply. Consumer Reports says scam artists are cleverly exploiting all kinds of new technology to
The economy may be struggling, but the fraud business is booming. Fraud and ID theft complaints are up sharply. Consumer Reports says scam artists are cleverly exploiting all kinds of new technology to rip you off.
The Fargo Police Department and the State Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division is warning North Dakotans about another phishing scam. Several people are reporting getting a recorded phone call
The Fargo Police Department and the State Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division is warning North Dakotans about another phishing scam aimed at stealing your money.
Grandparent Scam on the Rise – Know the Red Flags Seniors are often a top target for scammers, so it's important they know how to identify signs of potential scams. Chief among these fraudulent schemes
Seniors are often a top target for scammers, so it's important they know how to identify signs of potential scams. Chief among these fraudulent schemes is the "Grandparent Scam."
Thanksgiving is almost here, and this year Black Friday shopping will begin earlier than ever – kicking off Thanksgiving evening at some retail outlets. The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North
The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota is offering tips to people planning on taking advantage of Black Friday deals.
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) and Western Union have launched BBB Scam Stopper, an education campaign to help consumers in the United States and Canada avoid common scams that con artists use to commit
According to the Federal Trade Commission and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, consumers reported losing more than $1.5 billion to all types of scams in 2011.
Every time disaster hits, scammers are close behind. There's always someone trying to cash in on the desperation of those rebuilding after the storm and the goodwill of Americans who want to help. Here
Every time disaster hits, scammers are close behind. There's always someone trying to cash in on the desperation of those rebuilding after the storm and the goodwill of Americans who want to help.
It's one of the simplest steps to protect a computer - and the personal information stored there -- installing anti-virus software, and updating it on a regular basis. With that in mind, internet security
Internet security experts have noticed a fast-growing trend - scammers trying to snare well-intentioned consumers with fake anti-virus warnings and malware.
If you're looking to buy or rent a fun Halloween costume this season, you're not alone. According to the National Retail Federation, a record 170 million Americans will spend close to $8 billion on candy,
When shopping at seasonal Halloween stores, it's important to exercise caution. The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) advises shoppers to read the fine print to avoid fly-by-night costume vendors.
The Better Business Bureau is warning people of two new scams targeting social media. The crooks are using its popularity and our curiosity to try and hack into our computers. The first scam targets
The Better Business Bureau is warning people of two new scams targeting social media. The crooks are using its popularity and our curiosity to try and hack into our computers.
There's a new computer scam that's tricked tens of thousands of people into giving up personal information to scammers posing as technical support employees. The idea is to take advantage of our concerns
There's a new computer scam that's tricked tens of thousands of people into giving up personal information to scammers posing as technical support employees.
She says she gave up everything for love, only to find out it was all a lie. It's what investigators call the romance scam. Carolyn Benningfield says she had the all-American life - an Air Force husband,
Carolyn Benningfield says she had the all-American life - an Air Force husband, two sons, and a middle class home. But after her husband died three years ago, she felt lonely.
In tonight's Schemes & Rip-Offs, you'll want to be vigilant when going through your mail -- the Better Business Bureau has released a new alert for companies in our area.
In tonight's Schemes & Rip-Offs, you'll want to be vigilant when going through your mail -- the Better Business Bureau has released a new alert for companies in our area.
The Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota (BBB) is issuing an alert on Minnesota Corporate Minutes Company, a firm which is sending official-looking mailings to Minnesota businesses, offering
Though the company makes reference to Minnesota statutes in these mailings, Minnesota Corporate Minutes Company is not a government agency, nor are they associated with any government agency.
Keep a careful eye on your work email this week! Fake "visual voicemail" emails are making the rounds. These emails appear to contain a new voicemail message, but click the attachment and you'll end up
Fake "visual voicemail" emails are making the rounds. These emails appear to contain a new voicemail message, but click the attachment and you'll end up at a scam website.
Thursday, April 12 2012 4:00 PM EDT2012-04-12 20:00:32 GMT
The target in this case, Verizon Wireless customers. Cybercrooks are sending out fake emails that look almost identical to the company's bill notification messages.
Thursday, April 5 2012 4:30 PM EDT2012-04-05 20:30:30 GMT
We've got a warning from a local woman who thought she'd found the perfect rental home on Craigslist. Right price, right neighborhood, right features, but it was all a scam.
Thursday, March 29 2012 4:00 PM EDT2012-03-29 20:00:38 GMT
The folks who run the G.E.D. tests for students who didn't graduate from high school have a strong warning about on-line scams, targeting the hundreds of thousands of people.
Thursday, March 22 2012 4:00 PM EDT2012-03-22 20:00:31 GMT
We're not dealing with flooding in our area this spring, but many parts of the country have already been hit hard by natural disasters. Folks in the Valley are known for helping those in need, so how do you make sure your money is going to the right place.
Thursday, March 8 2012 8:00 PM EST2012-03-09 01:00:59 GMT
As much as the Internet has made searching for jobs easier, it also provides an opportunity for ID thieves and scammers to take advantage of eager – and unsuspecting – job seekers.
Thursday, March 8 2012 2:28 PM EST2012-03-08 19:28:39 GMT
The Grand Forks Police Department was contacted by a citizen regarding a phone call he received from someone claiming to represent the police department.
Thursday, March 1 2012 9:06 PM EST2012-03-02 02:06:28 GMT
There are so many scams out there it can be hard to keep up so we're opening up the Schemes & Rip Offs mailbox to give you a heads up on some of ones making rounds in the area right now.
Thursday, February 23 2012 3:01 PM EST2012-02-23 20:01:06 GMT
The Internal Revenue Service has issued its annual "Dirty Dozen" ranking of tax scams, reminding taxpayers to use caution during tax season to protect themselves against a wide range of schemes ranging from identity theft to return preparer fraud.
Thursday, February 16 2012 4:00 PM EST2012-02-16 21:00:59 GMT
If you have a smartphone chances are you have a game or two on it. Many are free to download and play, but most also try to get you to buy upgrades. And if you're not careful that free game can cost you a lot of cash.
Monday, February 6 2012 6:00 PM EST2012-02-06 23:00:37 GMT
Insurance fraud involving property and casualty claims has become big business - costing American consumers an estimated $30 billion a year. And one of the fastest-growing scams involves slipping and falling on purpose.
Thursday, February 2 2012 5:01 PM EST2012-02-02 22:01:06 GMT
With the Super Bowl just around the corner, the Better Business Bureau of Minnesota and North Dakota is warning consumers to be on the alert for knock-off team jerseys, counterfeit memorabilia and phony game tickets.
Thursday, January 26 2012 2:01 PM EST2012-01-26 19:01:01 GMT
In the high tech world of internet crime we are nothing more than a name, a number and a bank account. And now that bank account statement we check online might be fooling us.
Thursday, January 19 2012 11:01 PM EST2012-01-20 04:01:01 GMT
Publishers Clearing House Sweepstakes' envelopes began hitting mailboxes this week, and that means scam phone calls and fake emails are soon to follow.
Thursday, January 12 2012 11:00 PM EST2012-01-13 04:00:46 GMT
It's a trip many of us dream about this time of year, a getaway to sunny destinations like Florida. But some snowbirds who think they're booking a great vacation home are instead getting duped by scammers.
Thursday, December 15 2011 11:01 PM EST2011-12-16 04:01:13 GMT
More than 60 websites use the name "Santa Claus." Many offering kids the chance to email Saint Nick with their Christmas wishes. But parents need to be careful not to let their kids personal information end up in the hands of a grinch.@
Thursday, December 8 2011 11:00 PM EST2011-12-09 04:00:42 GMT
With more and more people buying smartphones or tablet computers and more and more places offering free access to the internet on public Wi-Fi networks, going online has never been easier or more dangerous.
Thursday, November 17 2011 11:01 PM EST2011-11-18 04:01:03 GMT
The age of the Amazon Kindle and other e-readers has also unleashed a storm of spam-related and malicious ebook scams on an unsuspecting and unprepared army of readers.
Thursday, November 3 2011 11:01 PM EDT2011-11-04 03:01:06 GMT
We've all had them show up in our inbox, emails from a wealthy Nigerian prince who needs your help or offers of free iPads, you just have to pay the shipping. By now most of us know those are just scams and that's why some crooks are going "old fashioned" in their new efforts to take your money.
Thursday, October 27 2011 11:01 PM EDT2011-10-28 03:01:10 GMT
The Better Business Bureau says complaints involving furnace companies are up 16%. The most common scams involve fear and scare tactics to try and convince you to buy a new furnace or expensive, but unneeded, repairs or upgrades.
Thursday, October 20 2011 7:00 PM EDT2011-10-20 23:00:53 GMT
The current economy has left many shoppers on a budget and searching for more affordable methods of paying for big-ticket items and holiday gifts. This holiday season, many families will be turning to
Monday, October 17 2011 7:18 PM EDT2011-10-17 23:18:11 GMT
Fargo Identity Theft Awareness Shred Days Parking Lot of The Village Family Service Center: 1201 25th Street S., Fargo October 18 & 19, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Free Shredding · Hard
Thursday, October 13 2011 6:53 PM EDT2011-10-13 22:53:49 GMT
You've probably heard the warnings about preventing identity theft - shred your financial documents and monitor your credit reports. But did you know you also need to carefully watch your child's identity
Thursday, September 22 2011 6:47 PM EDT2011-09-22 22:47:02 GMT
We're always happy to help you get to the bottom of schemes and rip offs, but there are times when even we can't move fast enough to make sure no one gets between you and your money. That's why this story
A week ago, a father of six in Moorhead left his five-month-old daughter in their van for hours leading to her death. It was first called accidental, but today, the father, Andrew Sandstrom, was charged
A week ago, a father of six in Moorhead left his five-month-old daughter in their van for hours leading to her death. It was first called accidental, but today, the father, Andrew Sandstrom, was charged
The city of Fargo says so far this year, burglaries are up 41%.Just this past weekend, six were reported.And police says it's time that number goes down.Tom Pikalek lives in north Fargo and enjoys his
The city of Fargo says so far this year, burglaries are up 41%.Just this past weekend, six were reported.And police says it's time that number goes down.Tom Pikalek lives in north Fargo and enjoys his
Moorhead Father Charged with Manslaughter After Leaving Child in Hot Car
The Clay County Attorney's Office has filed a charge of Manslaughter second degree against Andrew John Sandstrom i the death of his daughter. The attorney's office says the criminal complaint will provide
The Clay County Attorney's Office has filed a charge of Manslaughter second degree against Andrew John Sandstrom i the death of his daughter.
Viewers: Thank You For Giving Valley News Live A Win In the May Nielsen News Ratings!
I wanted to give our viewers a look inside the May Nielsen Television ratings that just came out covering a 4 week period from April 24, 2013 to May 22, 2013. Usually we don't publish this because to
Valley News Live wins key demographics in May 2013 sweeps period.
On April 8, it was announced that Pope Francis appointed Monsignor John Thomas Folda of the Catholic Diocese of Lincoln, Neb., as the eighth Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Fargo. Valley News Live
Monsignor John Thomas Folda of the Catholic Diocese of Lincoln, Neb., has been appointed as the eighth Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Fargo. Valley News Live is the only television station to broadcast the ordination live on Wednesday, June 19.
Fargo Police are investigating a domestic that sent one to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Police responded to the Riviera Heights trailer park which east of Hector International Airport
Fargo Police are investigating a domestic that sent one to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Police responded to the Riviera Heights trailer park which east of Hector International Airport
The FBI is calling the death of a three year old girl on the Spirit Lake Reservation "mysterious." FBI spokesman Kyle Loven says they are trying to determine if the child's death is a homicide. The toddler
The FBI is calling the death of a three year old girl on the Spirit Lake Reservation "mysterious." FBI spokesman Kyle Loven says they are trying to determine if the child's death is a homicide.
His three-thousand mile walk across America passed through the northern valley today. Retired, Marine Corps Sargeant, Chuck Lewis is trying to raise fifty-thousand dollars for wounded and disabled
His three-thousand mile walk across America passed through the northern valley today. Retired, Marine Corps Sargeant, Chuck Lewis is trying to raise fifty-thousand dollars for wounded and disabled
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