25 victims lose $2.9 million in financial scam
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- When it comes to investing your hard-earned dollars, you need to be extra careful about who you trust -- even if you've known someone for years.Marian was crushed to learn the man she had trusted for more than 15 years was actually stealing her money."After all the years of knowing him, of course, I believed what he was saying," Marian said."He was a certified financial planner.
Contact 6 shops three big box stores, seeking back-to-school deals
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Getting the kids ready to head back to school can be expensive -- but FOX6's Contact 6 has some tips to help parents with school aged children ready for a new school year, without breaking the bank!Contact 6 reached out to My Milwaukee Mommy blogger Ann Heinzel for some back-to-school shopping tips.Heinzel says her back-to-school shopping is done -- and get this?
Make sure online coupons are the real deal
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Online coupons are everywhere these days, but many come with a catch!
Avoid falling victim to a get-out-of-debt scam
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Deep in debt?
Vacations on layaway may be a viable option for some consumers
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Purchasing a vacation on layaway is a smart option for those consumers who may not be able to pay the entire cost at once.
Three from WI, one from Florida indicted for role in timeshare scam
MILWAUKEE (WITI) – Three from Wisconsin, and one from Florida have each been charged with one count of conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud for their role in scamming folks – particularly targeting the elderly via timeshare scams.The following individuals have been federally indicted:
Postal inspectors discover bank scheme that stole $34 million
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Robert Saks is behind bars for orchestrating an international bank fraud scheme that stole $34 million.
Retired businessman loses savings in bank scam
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A retired businessman invested his savings of $3 million to a promising capital venture - only to find out that it was a sham.The man, who was in his late 80s, died before he saw the return of all his money.
Postal inspectors warning of foreign lottery scam
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- You've won!
Worn wheels in Wisconsin, how safe are your tires?
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Did you know you can buy used tires in Milwaukee for as little as $5?
Credit reports can help alert you to credit card fraud
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- It is never a good idea to give out personal information over the phone or online to someone you don't know.
Postal inspectors step in and alert woman to work-from-home scam
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Many are enticed by work-from-home opportunities -- and one woman caught up in a work-from-home scam didn't realize she was doing anything wrong until postal inspectors questioned her.Almost $750,000 worth of fake postal money orders were put in Express Mail envelopes and sent across the country to hundreds of people."I knew someone had been mailing hundreds of pieces over a year.
Protecting children from dangers found outdoors
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Backyards, sheds and garages play host to any number of dangers for kids, and one 10-year-old boy's life was changed forever, in just three short seconds.10-year-old Ethan Wykle's little brother saved his life, after Ethan poured gasoline into a drink container and lit it on fire."It blew up, and he ended up with 65% of his skin missing," Ethan's stepmother, Karri Wykle said."Your heart just drops, right out.
Don't get tricked by fake sports memorabilia
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Getting the autograph of your favorite player can be a big rush -- especially if you get to meet them in person.
Tips on surviving an emergency while on a plane
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Saturday's crash landing of Asiana Airlines Flight 214 was an example of why it is important to pay attention to a flight attendant's pre-flight instructions.
Man takes out loan to invest in fraudulent start-up business
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Investing is risky, but it comes with promises of reward, which is why many think it's worth it.
Man scammed trying to buy a Harley-Davidson motorcycle online
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- With Harley-Davidson's 110th anniversary celebration weeks away, FOX6's Contact 6 says it's important to be aware of scammers looking to rip folks off.
Connecting to outside Wi-Fi networks can be dangerous
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- More than 40 million Americans traveled over the holiday weekend, and those that travel must be sure to be careful when it comes to connecting to Wi-Fi networks.Wi-Fi is available at hotels, cafes, planes, trains and seemingly everywhere in between, but connecting to Wi-Fi networks can be risky.
Cosmetics a health hazard? Many contain potentially toxic ingredients
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Are your cosmetics a health hazard?
Beware of the "Mystery Shopper" scam
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- You receive a check in the mail that LOOKS legit.