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Wednesday, May 29, 2013  A Craigslist sale earlier this week ended in a robbery. Police are still searching for the suspect who got away with a smartphone after pulling a gun on the seller.

Wednesday, May 22, 2013  In the wake of the devastating tornadoes that ripped through Oklahoma yesterday, and in north Texas last week, Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance have issued tips to help donors make smart giving decisions and to avoid scams.

Thursday, December 13, 2012  Scammers can prey on our generosity this time of year. Here are a few tips to help you shop smart this holiday season.

Monday, November 12, 2012  Katie Carroll from the Better Business Bureau tells you what to do about subscription scams.

Friday, October 26, 2012  Pinkwashing is a term coined for companies who use the color pink as a breast cancer promotion for illegitimate products. Katie Carroll from the Better Business Bureau tells you why you have to be careful.

Monday, October 15, 2012  Katie Carroll from the Better Business Bureau tells you what to watch out for if you're looking for seasonal employment.

Friday, September 14, 2012  Katie Carroll from the Better Business Bureau tells you what you need to do to be prepared before, during and after an emergency.

Friday, August 03, 2012  Katie Carroll from the Better Business Bureau discusses how the recent drought is impacting food prices across southern Colorado.

Monday, July 23, 2012  Katie Carroll with the Better Business Bureau talks about some things to keep in mind when hiring a contractor.

Friday, June 22, 2012  The Better Business Bureau is warning of online college scams going around.

Wednesday, June 13, 2012  It has been nearly a week since rain, hail and wind swept through southern Colorado, and damaged hundreds of homes, and thousands of cars. As the clean-up continues, so do the scammers, who are out in full force right now.

Friday, April 27, 2012  The Better Business Bureau tells you why it's not always a good idea to make in-person appointments with people you don't know.

Thursday, March 08, 2012  More than 7,000 consumers filed complaints with the Colorado Attorney General's Office in 2011, a 12.9 percent increase over 2010.  So, what's the number one problem company in Colorado Springs?

Friday, January 20, 2012  The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning people about a new phishing scam that appears to be an email from them. The BBB said the email contains links that when clicked download viruses.

Thursday, August 18, 2011  The Better Business Bureau says criminals are attempting to sell vehicles they do not own.