Protecting Your Money
Hosted by President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South Randy Hutchinson shares how you can protect and ensure a healthy financial future.
Tuesdays
6:48 a.m.
5:48 p.m.
-
freepik.comA recent $27 million fraud case is highlighting the warning signs of Ponzi schemes, including promises of high returns with little risk and the use of fake financial documents. -
freepik.comCybercriminals are increasingly using fake sponsored ads on search engines and social media to impersonate trusted brands and steal consumers’ personal and financial information, making it important to verify websites before making purchases or entering sensitive data.
-
Consumers are urged to research charities before donating vehicles, following regulators' allegations that a fundraising scheme misled donors about how their contributions would be used. -
Regulators warn that AI companion chatbots may pose emotional and safety risks to children and teens, urging parents to set boundaries and monitor their use. -
Scammers often target weight loss goals with misleading claims, fake endorsements, and hard-to-cancel “free trials.” Randy Hutchinson, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, says that consumers should research products, read the fine print, and consult a doctor before buying. -
Randy Hutchinson, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South, discusses the rising threat of impersonation scams, which have become the most frequently reported type of fraud to the Federal Trade Commission. -
Buy now, pay later loans may seem convenient, but Randy Hutchinson, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau of the Mid-South and host of "Protecting Your Money," says consumers should understand the fees, limits on protections, and potential credit risks before using them.
-
The Memphis Potters Guild will host its annual "Spring Show and Sale" Friday, May 29, through Sunday, May 31, at St. Anne Catholic Church. -
Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury/comptroller.tn.govThough the new congressional maps worsen the odds for Democrats, there are opportunities to make a statement, says Otis Sanford.
-
This week on WKNO/Channel 10’s “Behind the Headlines,” Eric Barnes hosts a journalist roundtable with Shelby County Mayoral candidate John DeBerry, Jr. and Daily Memphian reporter Bill Dries. -
The history of a union fort in Tennessee is getting an update to include the story of the Black laborers who built it. -
NPR's Juana Summers talks with NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson about his organization's Out of Bounds campaign that draws a connection between Black student athletes and voting rights.
-
Bartlett Performing Arts and Conference Center (BPACC) concludes its 2026-2027 season with two outdoor “Music By the Lake” concerts, "Almost Elton John and the Rocketmen” and the return of “Almost Famous.” -
Access to fresh, nourishing food is more than a basic need—it's the foundation of thriving families and connected communities. This month, five local nonprofits received $60,000 from GiVE 365, the Community Foundation's dollar-a-day giving circle, advancing this year's theme: Nourished Communities.
