FBI Investigating Fraud In Northern California Fire RecoveryDecember 6, 2017 | Steve MilneThe FBI is joining efforts to prevent fraud related to Northern California wildfire recovery efforts. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Fake GoFundMe Account Set Up For Deputy & Community Service Officers KilledMay 15, 2017The Stanislaus Sheriff's Department says at least one fraudulent donation account has been established using pictures of a deputy and a community service officer killed over the week.
State GovernmentUniversity Of California Alleges $12M Health Fraud SchemeApril 21, 2017The University of California says nearly $12 million has been stolen in a health care fraud scheme that targeted students through their health plans.
Sacramento Investigators Helped Spur Goldman Sachs SettlementApril 11, 2016 | Steve MilneA Sacramento-based investigation of Goldman Sachs has helped lead to a $5 billion settlement with the bank over the sale of shoddy mortgages. The U.S. Justice Department announced the settlement Monday. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Man Accused Of Lying About Purple Heart Pleads Not GuiltyMarch 25, 2016(AP) — A Northern California man has pleaded not guilty in a criminal case alleging he lied about having a Purple Heart for money.
Train Hero's Father Charged In California Arson Fraud SchemeMarch 19, 2016(AP) — Three people including the father of French train hero Spencer Stone have been indicted in a scheme to set fire to commercial buildings in the Sacramento area in order to collect insurance money.
Man Pleads Guilty To Defrauding Tribe Through Insurance ScamFebruary 11, 2016(AP) - A Northern California man has pleaded guilty to defrauding an Indian tribe for millions of dollars as part of a workers' compensation scam.
Six California Cities At High Risk Of Financial Trouble Or FraudNovember 25, 2015 | Bob MoffittOne city that was closely tied to the Bell corruption scandal is at risk of fraud and mismanagement according to a new report from the California State Auditor.
State GovernmentFraud And Improper Pay At Two California State AgenciesAugust 20, 2014 | Bob MoffittThe California State Controller's office has completed payroll audits of two state agencies and found more than $1 million was paid to employees improperly or without authorization.
State GovernmentCalifornia Bills Would Address Consumer Financial Information SecurityMay 2, 2014 | Max PringleTwo bills dealing with credit card security will be taken up over the next week in California legislative committees. Recent data security breaches at Target and other big retailers prompted the legislation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
