We've all received a call or text from a number we don't recognize. But beyond the occasional wrong number or pocket-dial situation, many of these are spam calls that fortunately can be stopped.

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — If it seems like you’re being inundated with spam calls and texts these days, you’re not alone. There are the text messages about supposed unpaid traffic tickets, those encouraging us ...

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A new report shows thousands of phone companies still lag behind on robocall protections. Consumer Investigator Caresse ...

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GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) - You might have noticed an increase in scam calls recently. A new report by the Colorado Public Interest Research Group said spam robocalls have hit a six year high.