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The Rockford chapter of the Better Business Bureau warns scammers are now going after takeout ordering websites.

Let me just share a meme I saw the other day that heavily described how I feel about shopping during the pandemic. Actually, I'm going to share several. But most importantly, this one - Here's some statistics shared by Rehabs.com about Americans and their pandemic shopping habits - I mean, personally, I'm incredibly guilty of what I like to call "retail therapy"...

Catfish: To lure (someone) into a relationship by means of a fictional online persona. Have you ever been catfished before? I really hope you said no. I am a HUGE fan of the MTV show "Catfish". If you've never seen it, 10/10 recommend watching all the seasons...

With most of the world concentrating on getting through a global pandemic and keeping themselves and their families safe, sheltered, and fed, 2020's scam artists had other things in mind. Like ripping you off in a variety of ways.

So, you haven't been able to renew your driver's license and it is nearing an expiration date. Well, it turns out you don't have to stress about it.

I think one of the most popular words in 2020 is "virtual". From virtual concerts, to virtual work meetings, we've made a lot of stuff work from sitting in front of our computer screens this year. Local museums are making things work virtually just like everybody else...

The COVID-19 pandemic has fueled an unprecedented shift to online shopping for consumer goods of all kinds, including vehicles. It's also bringing out the scams.

The FTC (Federal Trade Commission) says that online scams are at an all-time high, and Dennis has some great information on how you can avoid being a victim.

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White said he hopes this move will save time at driver’s services facilities, where long lines are standard after weeks of the offices being closed due to COVID-19.

Like so many other places, the Rockford Public Library has had to shut its doors until the all-clear is given, but they're still giving you online access to some real gems.