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On Your Side: Missouri State Highway Patrol warns of cryptocurrency fraud surge
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (157+ words) SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports a sharp increase in cryptocurrency fraud targeting older adults and causing substantial financial losses. Criminals use the internet, social media, dating sites, and messaging apps to convince victims to send money through…...
On Your Side: Marshfield, Mo. business owner could have lost $1,000 in Venmo scam
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (294+ words) MARSHFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - If you buy, sell, and trade using those peer-to-peer payment apps, this scam warning is for you. A small business owner could have lost $1,000. Boyd Craig with X-S Storage Thrift Store on the Marshfield Square will make you…...
Trump purchased up to $51 million in bonds at the end of 2025, including Netflix and Warner Bros. investments
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (124+ words) (CNN) - President Donald Trump purchased up to $51 million worth of company and municipal debts at the end of 2025. That is according to a financial disclosure form that was submitted by the White House, which showed 191 financial transactions. The investments included…...
On Your Side: “I feel defeated.” Springfield homeowner denied by insurance to replace roof
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (634+ words) SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - A Springfield mother says she needs a new roof. And time is of the essence, because she believes her son's health is at risk. She's fought the battle for months and gotten nowhere. So she reached out to…...
US Treasury confirms plans for Trump $1 coin to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary
5+ mon, 5+ day ago (193+ words) WASHINGTON (Gray News) - U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach confirmed designs for a potential $1 coin featuring President Donald Trump. Beach shared pictures of the planned coins that will coincide with the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. "No fake news…...
ON YOUR SIDE: Better Business Bureau shares advice for hiring a gutter cleaning company
11+ mon, 1+ day ago (236+ words) SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (Edited News Release/KY3) - The Better Business Bureau advises homeowners to research before hiring a gutter contractor or company. Now is the time to clean out the debris collected in your gutters during the winter and ensure they're ready…...
On Your Side: New laws protect victims from cryptocurrency ATM scams
7+ mon, 2+ day ago (306+ words) (KY3) - A handful of states, including Arkansas, now have laws that better protect consumers from cryptocurrency ATM scams. When it comes to scams, we often say "pause." Take a second and think about it. That"s exactly what these new laws…...
Fact Finders: Will crypto be added to my 401(k)?
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (237+ words) SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Millions of Americans saving for retirement through 401(k) accounts could eventually have the option to put their money in higher-risk cryptocurrency investments. The option is part of an executive order recently signed by the president. Crypto is more popular…...
ICE to purchase AI technology that scans people’s eyes from several feet away
6+ mon, 4+ week ago (298+ words) DENVER (KUSA) - ICE is reportedly purchasing technology to scan people's eyes from several feet away. The agency issued a notice to purchase artificial intelligence technology that can scan people's eyes to locate and identify those who are in the country…...
On Your Side: Springfield Police warn of rising cryptocurrency scams after more than $1.2 million lost in 2024
10+ mon, 1+ week ago (132+ words) In 2024, the Springfield Police Department received 53 reported cryptocurrency-related scams, total losses exceeding $1.2 million. Detectives from the department's Financial Crimes Unit successfully recovered $109,389 during the year. On Your Side: Springfield Police warn of rising cryptocurrency scams after more than $1.2 million lost…...