by Colleen Tressler Consumer Education Specialist, FTC If someone you don’t know sends you a check and asks for money back, that’s a scam. Fake checks drive many types of scams — like those involving phony job and income opportunities,…

The World Health Organization (WHO) is convening a global research and innovation forum to mobilize international action in response to the new coronavirus (2019-nCoV). "Harnessing the power of science is critical for bringing this outbreak under control," said WHO Director-General…

Exercise increased caution in Mexico due to crime and kidnapping. Some areas have increased risk. Violent crime – such as homicide, kidnapping, carjacking, and robbery – is widespread. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S.…

Welcome to the Oregon FBI’s Tech Tuesday segment. Today: Building a digital defense in your Internet of Things. Last week we talked about smart TVs—and how that built-in Internet connection can allow manufacturers, streaming services, and even hackers an open…

Peripheral artery disease develops silently, narrowing blood vessels for decades until the supply of nutrients and oxygen falls low enough to cause cramps and leg pain. Initially, the body may form smaller blood vessels around the blocked ones to reroute…

Washington D.C. — The Securities and Exchange Commission has filed an emergency action and obtained a temporary restraining order and asset freeze against two individuals and two companies they control in connection with an alleged $6 million Ponzi scheme that…

WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos has announced $71.6 million in new funding to enhance safety in schools and improve student access to mental health resources. The U.S. Department of Education made the awards under four grant programs,…

Federal Court issues temporary order against Zurixx, LLC and its executives A federal court has entered a temporary restraining order against Utah-based Zurixx, LLC and affiliated companies, which the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Utah Division of Consumer Protection…

U.S. SENATE – U.S. Senator Martha McSally (R-AZ) led a bipartisan letter today urging the Department of Defense (DoD) to expand and improve breast cancer screening coverage options for female servicemembers and veterans. Senators Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN),…

EAST LANSING, Mich. — Agricultural producers affected by natural disasters in 2018 and 2019 can apply through the Wildfire and Hurricane Indemnity Program Plus (WHIP+). Sign-up for this U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) program began Sept. 11. “There is no…

by Katie Bohn UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Cheese lovers, rejoice. Antioxidants naturally found in cheese may help protect blood vessels from damage from high levels of salt in the diet, according to a new Penn State study. In a randomized,…

Preparing for a Weather Emergency Extreme weather and natural disasters can occur with little warning. Are you ready to leave your home at a moment’s notice? Make a Plan You can reduce your anxiety by making sure you are prepared…