Jessica Bruno
WPTV
Chicago, IL, United States
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Cybersecurity experts warn consumers about online scams this tax season
There is about a month left to file your taxes, which is why cybersecurity experts are reminding consumers of the warning signs of online tax-filing scams. → Read More
Florida residents entitled to energy-saving tax credits through Inflation Reduction Act
Floridians can now save more than $3,000 through tax credits from the Inflation Reduction Act and Florida Power & Light rebates when investing in energy-efficient equipment. → Read More
Boynton Beach man warns others after losing $15,000 in cryptocurrency scam
A Boynton Beach man called Contact 5 after losing $15,000 in an online dating and cryptocurrency scam that he is now warning other consumers about. → Read More
Boca Raton finance expert outlines ramifications of US defaulting on its debt
The U.S. Treasury could soon exhaust its emergency measures to prevent a debt default, which would affect Americans who rely on benefits such as Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security. → Read More
South Florida residents working side jobs because of inflationary pressure
With inflation still burdening many South Floridians, some people are now working two jobs to pay the bills. It's something financial advisors have said is becoming more common. → Read More
Stuart woman loses $5,610.50 in travel scam
A Stuart woman has a warning for others after receiving a $5,610.50 credit card charge following a trip to Santiago, Chile. → Read More
Travelers at Palm Beach International Airport share thoughts on Biden push for Junk Fee Prevention Act
Travelers at Palm Beach International Airport say they are hopeful Congress passes a law that would cut down on airline "junk fees." → Read More
Stuart business owner encounters 'travel nightmare' on recent Spirit Airlines trip to Las Vegas
A business owner contacted WPTV after he said it took him 19 hours to get to Las Vegas on a Spirit Airlines flight after multiple delays and an unplanned stop in Phoenix. → Read More
Elderly, retired police officer loses nearly $10,000 in PayPal scam
An 85-year-old retired cop has a warning for other seniors after losing almost $10,000 in a PayPal scam. → Read More
West Palm Beach catfishing victim shares online dating warning ahead of Valentine's Day
A new study by SocialCatfish.com found Florida to be the No. 2 most catfished state in 2022, prompting a West Palm Beach catfishing victim and her boyfriend to share their story. → Read More
Consumer protection attorney offers tips for vetting doctors following Jupiter cosmetic studio allegations
A Delray Beach consumer protection attorney is providing tips for consumers on how to vet doctors and medical clinics properly. → Read More
Palm Beach Gardens business loses about $40,000 in mail fraud, check-washing scheme
The head of a linen distribution company called Contact 5 after losing about $40,000 in a check-washing scheme that started with checks that were stolen out of the mail. → Read More
Generous WPTV viewers help save blind, disabled Stuart woman from eviction
A Stuart woman who was facing eviction because of a rent increase and a death in the family can stay in her home for a few more weeks thanks to generous WPTV viewers who saw her story. → Read More
Boca Raton cosmetic surgeon warns of new face slimming, plastic surgery trend
A cosmetic surgeon is sounding the alarm about the dangers of a new plastic surgery trend that many celebrities are flocking to. → Read More
Disabled, blind Stuart woman faces eviction due to high rent
A disabled, blind woman called Contact 5 after dealing with a rent increase and a death in the family that is now leading to a possible eviction. → Read More
Port St. Lucie police warn of 'Grandparent Scam' involving ride-share service
Port St. Lucie police have a warning for the public after four recent cases of what they're calling the "Grandparent Scam" that cost the elderly victims almost $100,000. → Read More
'Still good people out here:' WPTV viewer pays for hotel stay of woman living in car
A generous WPTV viewer stepped in to help a woman who has been living out of her car because of high rental prices. → Read More
Consumers frustrated with skyrocketing egg prices as avian flu plagues bird population
Consumers are noticing high egg prices at the grocery store as avian flu continues to plague American farms. → Read More
'This is right now my home:' West Palm Beach woman lives in car because she can't afford to buy, rent
Diane Thomas has been living in her car for six months. She's stuck because rent prices aren't coming down and buying a home is out of reach. → Read More
Financial experts advise taxpayers should start preparing taxes now
As tax season approaches, financial advisors are advising taxpayers should start preparing to file their taxes now. → Read More