How online scams can lead to identity theft
Hackers and scammers will stop at nothing to take hold of your personal information.
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Hackers and scammers will stop at nothing to take hold of your personal information.
State police say a substance abuse counselor in Greensburg stole a patient's identity then racked up tens of thousands of dollars in debt.
State Police in New Castle are investigating a series of identity thefts involving unemployment claims that date back to late June.
People in the area continue to get Chase bank cards they did not sign up for, including one family that received four in total.
A day after Barnes & Noble solved its Nook outage, the bookstore revealed a far more serious problem: A massive cybersecurity attack.
Pennsylvania is among the states where you are most likely to get your identity stolen.
A teacher at Shaler Area Middle School is being accused of stealing fellow teachers' driver's licenses and using them to make fraudulent returns.
Convenience store giant Wawa Inc. says it's responding to reports that hacked information from its customers' credit cards may be being sold on the dark web.
She tried to get a $2.5 million loan using the stolen identity of an NBA player and now she faces at least 20 years in prison.
Police are working to identify a man accused of using a fraudulent debit card around the Greensburg area.
A local man pleaded guilty to charges of bank fraud, mail fraud, and aggravated identity theft.
Capital One said a hacker gained access to more than 100 million Capital One customer accounts and credit card applications earlier this year.
Starting Sept. 21, 2018, a new federal law will offer you and your children more protection from identity theft.
Pittsburgh Police are asking for the public's help identifying a man wanted for alleged identity theft and credit card cloning.
If you are asked to play one of those "get to know you better" games on Facebook - watch out. Scammers might be trying to trick you into giving up your password.
A West Mifflin woman who nearly lost her home when her identity was stolen reached out to Get Marty.
Uber's new CEO is apologizing, but that doesn't change the fact that hackers stole the personal data of 57 million Uber passengers last year.
Scammers are at it again. This time, hijacking people's cellphone accounts, leaving your phone with no service while they get new phones on your dime.
Credit report company Equifax is now saying an additional 2.5 million Americans may have been affected by a massive security breach this summer.
The chip card was pitched to consumers as a solution to fraud.
Medical identity theft is a crime on the rise. Nearly 2.5 million cases were reported in 2014, an increase of 20 percent from the year before.
Frank Abagnale is one of the world's most famous con artists and was depicted by Leonardo DiCaprio in the film "Catch Me If You Can."
A state lawmaker has taken up an effort in Harrisburg to stop PennDOT from selling people's personal information to third parties for profit.
A man who the FBI says conned a South Korean steel company out of $375,000 by falsely claiming he could help them book a Pharrell concert has pleaded guilty to online dating scams that cost a western Pennsylvania woman and others nearly $1 million.
Although there have been political challenges to Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane's authority with a suspended law license, a new legal challenge has been filed in Allegheny County Court.
Myles Garrett didn't want an apology from T.
Starting next year, CMU's "Pathway Program" will offer new and returning undergraduates free tuition or tuition without federal student loans.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Christopher Rowe is facing life in prison for killing his girlfriend in 2016.
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
Myles Garrett didn't want an apology from T.
Starting next year, CMU's "Pathway Program" will offer new and returning undergraduates free tuition or tuition without federal student loans.
The day begins with snow but ultimately turns to rain in the afternoon.
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
Sen. JD Vance's election as vice president has opened up one of Ohio's U.S. Senate seats.
Incumbent Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday conceded in the U.S. Senate race in Pennsylvania to Dave McCormick.
Bob Casey says he called Dave McCormick to congratulate him for winning the Pennsylvania U.S. Senate race as a recount is underway.
A former Westmoreland County employee was charged with theft after detectives said he ordered unauthorized pay increases.
Gas prices in Pittsburgh are starting to fall as our travel picks up around Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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The first Von Maur department store in Pennsylvania has opened at South Hills Village.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
A pizzeria in Pittsburgh's Oakland neighborhood was hit with a consumer alert.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
We highlighted more ways the community is giving back to the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund, including a WPIAL food drive!
We learned some simple exercises today from our fitness expert, Aubrey Worek, to keep you motivated and disciplined during the holiday season.
The legendary Nick's Fat City Reunion is taking over Stage AE and bringing Pittsburgh's iconic sound with it. The Clarks are headlining the show. Scott Blasey, the Clarks' lead singer, joined us to give us a musical performance.
Thousands of yinzers are getting ready to descend on downtown Pittsburgh to kick off the holidays. Daisy Jade joined us from Market Square with a preview of the star-studded lineup.
Budget time at City Hall has Pittsburgh City Council scrutinizing Mayor Ed Gainey's proposed spending.
Amid staffing shortages in Pittsburgh EMS, a city program seeks to recruit and train from within the community.
The Ambridge Area School District recently purchased a security system touted for its ability to detect guns and knives.
As tales of scammers swiping tickets from Ticketmaster accounts grow, there are simple yet effective ways to protect your tickets.
With gambling addiction on the rise, thousands of Pennsylvanians have opted to ban themselves from casinos and online sportsbooks.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Two Pittsburgh men are among the first to use a new device to regain movement following a stroke.
Thawing a turkey one week out from Thanksgiving may seem excessive, but it's necessary.
It is vital to find time for your physical well-being, even if it's just for a little bit. That's what we discussed today for our Wellness Wednesday conversation with Dr. Natalie Gentile.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
Myles Garrett didn't want an apology from T.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
The Steelers have lost all six Thursday night divisional road games with Tomlin as coach.
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost 24-19 to the Cleveland Browns.
The Browns rallied late in the fourth quarter to beat the Steelers 24-19 on Thursday at a snowy Huntington Bank Field in Ohio.
The hunt is still on for the one-of-a-kind Topps Paul Skenes Rookie Debut Patch Autograph card.
Pittsburgh remains at the forefront of the robotics industry.
Spirit Airlines announced that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will attempt to reboot itself.
Giant Eagle has opened a new grocery store in Pittsburgh's Westwood neighborhood.
The latest economic data shows consumer prices rose slightly in October, which is impacting people's holiday budgets.
Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is getting his own late-night television show on ESPN early next year.
Jay Leno was badly injured in Greensburg when the 74-year-old comedian fell down a hill.
Post Malone, Jelly Roll, and Sierra Ferrell are hitting the road for 25 shows across the United States and Canada.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
The first 10 names entering the Pittsburgh Walk of Fame could be announced as soon as next fall.
Stay on top of local weather with meteorologist Mary Ours’s forecast!
CMU's Pathway Program will offer students of a certain income level with free tuition or federal loan-free tuition starting next year. KDKA's Lauren Linder has the details.
Donegal Township is known as the Gateway to the Laurel Highlands and this morning, they were hit with snow. KDKA's Chilekasi Adele spoke with some travelers as they hit the roads.
That's a wrap for this week on PTL!
We highlighted more ways the community is giving back to the KDKA-TV Turkey Fund, including a WPIAL food drive!
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost 24-19 to the Cleveland Browns.
The Steelers beat the Ravens 18-16 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh.
Firefighters battled a massive fire at Riley's Pour House, a popular Irish pub in Carnegie, on Thursday.
Kamala Harris and Donald Trump held rallies in Pittsburgh on the eve of Election Day.
No. 4 Ohio State went to State College and came away with a win.
