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CT LIVE!: COVID-19 Vaccine Scams
Luke Frey, Associate Director of Communications for the Better Business Bureau Serving Connecticut, explains what you should look out for.
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Better Business Bureau: Don't Post Photos of COVID-19 Vaccine Cards on Social Media
The Better Business Bureau that serves Connecticut is warning people who are getting the COVID-19 vaccine not to share photos of the vaccine card on social media. We’ve all seen friends and loved ones who have been able to get a vaccine share selfies on Facebook, Instagram or other social media platforms, but the local Better Business Bureau warns...
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Don't Do It For the Gram: Posting Your Vaccine Card on Your Socials Is a Bad Idea
When you finally get your COVID-19 vaccine, you may be tempted to celebrate by posting a pic of your vaccine card on social media. Resist that urge. LX Host Nik Z talked with Sandra Guile of the International Association of Better Business Bureaus about how this could make you vulnerable to identity theft and other scams.
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‘COVID Tongue' Is Only the Latest Mysterious Side Effect of COVID-19
A rare condition called “COVID tongue” is just the latest strange side effect of the coronavirus. Dr. Marc Sala of the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine joined LX News to discuss this odd new symptom plus the ongoing mystery of “long COVID.”
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CT LIVE!: Choose the Right Meal Delivery Service for You
Luke Frey, Associate Director of Communications for the Better Business Bureau Serving Connecticut, shares tips.
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Bowser Buyer Beware: How to Avoid Being Scammed Buying a Dog or Cat
There’s been a lot of pandemic puppy love happening this year as many families taking advantage of the time at home to get a pet. But fraudsters are taking advantage of the pandemic, telling buyers they can’t meet the animals before sending money. The Better Business Bureau says puppy and kitten scams have more than doubled this year, with projected...
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CT Officials Warn of Coronavirus Relief Scams
Officials in Connecticut are warning about scams in which people could try and get money being sent to many Americans as part of the coronavirus relief packages. Attorney General William Tong said to be wary of emails that ask for information or include a link to a fake Census site under the guise that you need to enter information to…
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What to Do About Your Coronavirus Stimulus Check
If you’re one of the millions of Americans who will get a stimulus check from the government’s coronavirus aid package, the treasury secretary says that money is likely less than three weeks away. Matthew Carbray, a Connecticut-based personal finance expert, says the last thing you should do is sit around and wait for that money.
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A Warning About Scams As You Aim To Stay Healthy in the New Year
Luke Frey from the Better Business Bureau stopped by the show with a warning about scams trying to take advantage of your desire to stay healthy in the new year.
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CT LIVE!: Black Friday Tips
Luke Frey, Associate Director of Communication for the BBB Serving Connecticut, told us how you can prepare for Black Friday now.
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BBB Urges Caution About Pregnancy Congrats Card
The Better Business Bureau is urging caution to anyone who receives a congratulatory pregnancy card full of coupons in the mail.
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BBB Urges Caution About Baby Product Coupons, Gift Cards
Cards full of coupons promising free baby gear have been landing in Connecticut mailboxes. But the Better Business Bureau is warning that the offer may be too good to be true.
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BBB: Email Scams Have Cost Companies More Than $3 Billion in Recent Years
Officials from the Better Business Bureau announced the results of a startling new study that shows that email scams have cost organizations more than $3 billion since 2016.
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Be Careful How You Book: BBB Has Warning for Travelers
The Better Business Bureau says travel schemes are a growing trend as we head into the summer season and warns consumers to be careful.
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Plantsville Woman Experienced Communication Breakdown With Frontier
Joan Rancourt is the latest customer to deal with reported issues involving Frontier Communications.
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BBB Warns of Potential Scams Connected to Notre Dame Rebuilding Effort
The Better Business Bureau says in the days following the Notre Dame Cathedral fire you can expect to see all kinds of people and organizations popping up claiming to raise money to restore the historic building. While some are legitimate, there will be scams, and you should do your research before making any kind of donation.
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BBB Warns Puppy Scams Are On The Rise In Connecticut
A Connecticut woman wants others to be aware after she and her husband lost hundreds of dollars trying to purchase puppies.
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Cheshire Man Nearly Duped By Phony Employment Offer
The Better Business Bureau says nationwide employment scams top the list of riskiest scams because of potential for huge financial loss and compromised personal information. A Cheshire man who almost fell victim to one reached out to NBC Connecticut Responds to share his cautionary tale.
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Better Business Bureau Breaks Down the Riskiest Scams Across the Country
The Better Business Bureau has released its 2018 Scam tracker risk report which indicated that 50,559 scams were reported nationwide.
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Mystic Woman Turns Up The Heat After Chimney Mistake
NBC Connecticut Responds helped to get her wood-burning stove back up and running after an issue that she said the company admitted was their fault.