The ConsumerMan Show with Herb Weisbaum

	FBI E-MAIL SCAM: Neither the FBI nor the CIA is sending out e-mail telling people that they've been caught visiting "illegal" websites. Hackers are using this ruse to get you to click on an attachment that loads the Sober worm onto your computer.
	BOGUS BILLS: Better look close or you could pay a bill that’s not a bill from a company you haven’t done business with.
	CONTRACTOR CON ARTISTS: Beware of anyone who shows up at your door, wanting you to hire them on the spot.
	COUNTERFEIT CASHIER'S CHECKS: Internet thieves use them to "buy" things on the web.
	CREDIT BUREAU E-MAIL HOAX: This one warns about the possible release of your personal information.
	DISCOUNT DRUG CARD: Con artists are already cashing in on this new program.
	FOREIGN LOTTERY SCAMS: Don't be fooled by official-looking letters claiming that you've won an overseas lottery.
	HEALTH INSURANCE: Beware of too-good-to-be-true offers.
	HURRICANE CHARITY SCAMS: Fraud experts say the scams linked to Hurricane Katrina donations are more varied and numerous than past disasters. Find out how to protect yourself.
	IDENTITY THEFT: Half of all ID theft is committed by someone the victim knows. There are simple steps you can take to protect yourself.
	ID THEFT: People who live in Washington State who become victims of identity theft have a new way to fight back. They can put a "Security Freeze" on their credit report.
	PRINTER INK: Counterfeit ink is a growing problem for computer users.
	TSUNAMI DISASTER SCAMS: Before you open your wallet to help with the disaster relief effort, make sure you're donating to a reputable charity.
	TSUNAMI SCAMS: They're out there, so beware! Here's how to make sure your donations are going to legitimate charities.

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