95.3 MNC Newsmakers

The story remains the same: Facebook users do a lot on the site that puts their personal information in jeopardy. Marjorie Stephens of the BBB has tips to keep your info secure when you interact with social media.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marjorie Stephens of the BBB says there are a number of things you need to do as you return to the process of buying tickets for shows, especially online. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday, for the first time in 20 years, there were no U.S. military personnel in Afghanistan. But some Americans remain in the volatile country. Jon and Brooklyne spoke with 2nd Dist. Rep. Jackie Walorski about the final flights out, the efforts to bring home those who remain, and the war itself. From Michiana's Morning News, Tuesday Aug. 31, 2021. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You don't often think of your kids as a potential target for scammers and identity thieves, but Marjorie Stephens of the Better Business Bureau of Northern Indiana tells us that it's a problem more common than you might think. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indiana State Attorney General Todd Rokita spoke with Matt Locke on Thursday about the Parents' Bill of Rights, school mask mandates, and more. From the Casey Hendrickson Show on 95.3 Michiana's News Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marjorie Stephens of The Better Business Bureau says it's easier than ever for scammers to defraud you when you book a room for an out-of-town stay. Both during the planning stage, and after you check in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A strange disease causing illness and deaths in common songbirds continues to frustrate researchers. Marnie Urso of The Audubon Society recommends that residents in The Great Lakes Region, especially in Indiana, do their best to keep birds from gathering. That means no birdbaths, and no bird feeders. She spoke with MNC's Tommie Lee about what people should know about the current situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marjorie Stephens of The Better Business Bureau of Northern Indiana talks with Tommie Lee about the safest ways to give online when you want to lend someone a hand. Learn more at the BBB website, and make the most of the BBB ScamTracker Page for the latest updates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Walz from the Better Business Bureau of Northern Indiana has some ideas on how you can protect yourself from fraud as the Child Tax Credit arrives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The start of summer usually brings bouts of extreme storm activity to northern Indiana. And with the arrival of storm damage comes the arrival of scammers eager to make a buck by getting you to sign for repairs that aren't going to happen. Marjorie Stephens with The Better Business Bureau talks with Tommie Lee about how to protect yourself from these scams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marjorie Stephens of The Better Business Bureau of Northern Indiana says there are ways to play it smart when you plan your summer travel. In the excitement of vacation options reopening, it's easy to get distracted by scammers who look legitimate on the surface. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marjorie Stephens of the Better Business Bureau of Northern Indiana says scammers are taking advantage of the uncertainty surrounding vaccine requirements. The BBB has tips on how to protect yourself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michiana's Morning News Hosts Brooklyne Beatty and Jon Zimney welcome Dan Bongino to the daily lineup! Bongino takes over the 12pm-3pm spot starting May 24th.

2nd District Rep. Jackie Walorski talks about the latest developments regarding COVID-19, including her work on a new stimulus, and her desire to see some accountability for the origin of the virus. From Michiana's Morning News, July 15 2020.

Jackie Walorski says the Trump administration and health officials are doing everything they can to fight the coronavirus.

Certified Financial Planner Mike Bernard of Korhorn and the Wise Money Show talks to Michiana's Morning News about what the dramatic stock market means to you.

Business email fraud is spreading, and even some of the biggest names are being affected.

Congresswoman Jackie Walorski talks about Indiana's response to the coronavirus, breaks down the spending associated with it, and more. From Michiana's Morning News, Monday March 9th 2020.

Warmer weather is coming, which means more people will be looking to either buy or sell a home. Rick Walz with the Better Business Bureau of Northern Indiana has some tips on how to better protect yourself during this expensive and important process.

You have a lot to think about when you travel. The Better Business Bureau has some tips on how to educate yourself about travel insurance.

In an election year, scammers get especially creative by tapping into your political beliefs and fooling you into giving up money and personal information. Marjorie Stephens with the Better Business Bureau has some tips on how to protect yourself during this turbulent year.

Data Privacy Day was Tuesday, January 28. Marjorie Stephens from the Better Business Bureau has some tips on how to best protect yourself online.

Marjorie Stephens of the Better Business Bureau says the end of support for Windows 7 has led scammers to find new ways to take advantage of people still using the older operating system.

Marjorie Stephens of the Better Business Bureau of Northern Indiana says scammers are using phone calls and emails to intimidate and scare people into paying fake fines, claiming they missed jury duty. Here's what the BBB says you should watch out for.

The internet has made it easier than ever to find tickets for games, concerts and other events. But Marjorie Stephens of the Better Business Bureau says there are many ticket scammers looking to fool fans into buying fake tickets. But there are a number of ways to defend yourself against getting cheated.

Marjorie Stephens of the Better Business Bureau says the Secret Santa opportunities you see online involving people you don't know could be a tool aimed at gathering your personal information.