JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A crime trend making its way across the country and could be coming to a parking meter near you. Fake QR (quick response) codes are making it possible for crooks to steal your ...

QR codes have become an everyday occurrence for a lot of things we encounter, but multiple federal agencies are urging caution in the wake of a new scam.

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — Trying to find parking in downtown St. Pete or Tampa, or along one of our many gorgeous beaches can be a hassle. One tool that has made it a little easier once you find a spot ...

Rauer said the BBB has seen an increase in so-called “quishing” scams, which involve using QR codes. “It will lead to you to a phishing website which will extract your personal information, your ...

The FBI issued a public service announcement on July 31, 2025, warning consumers not to scan QR codes found inside unsolicited packages delivered to their homes. The alert describes a fraud scheme in ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Families in West Michigan have reported receiving unsolicited packages containing items they never ordered, sparking concerns about potential scams. The Better Business Bureau ...

What is a QR Code? A quick-response code (QR code) is a type of barcode that contains data for a locator, an identifier, and web tracking. QR codes have been around for a long time. They were first ...