They say that replying "STOP" will get the texts to cease. But it can often make things worse. Here's a better way to staunch the flow.

NEW YORK - In nearly a dozen states, Black Americans—especially students—are reporting a disturbing wave of anonymous text messages claiming they’ve been "chosen to pick cotton" at a nearby plantation ...

RICHMOND, Va. — Have you recently received a text claiming you owe money for unpaid tolls? The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) says this is a scam. Also known as "smishing," scammers have ...

If you recently received a text message about a pending package with a link, it’s a phishing scam, according to authorities. Most messages sent will start with the recipient’s name and include a ...

Smishing texts impersonating toll agencies have resurfaced, targeting people for money and possibly identity theft. The texts use threatening language, warning of final notices and severe penalties.