Check cooking makes it easier for bad actors to drain your account. But there are steps you can take to keep your money safe.

With fraud on the rise throughout the country, Therese Scarlati hopes her story can prevent others from becoming victims.

HOUSTON — If you’ve ever sent a check only to find it was cashed but never reached the intended recipient, you could be a victim of check washing. It’s a scam where someone alters the name and often ...

HOUSTON — In a matter of moments, people across the United States — including in Houston — are seeing thousands of dollars disappear from their bank accounts, without those funds going toward the ...