An email being sent to inboxes around Central New York appears to be from the IRS, telling you to reply with several pieces of personal and financial information.

Homeowners in Camillus say their water bills have suddenly doubled. Voters handed over control of their local water system to OCWA (AQUA), the Onondaga County Water Authority, hoping to save money, but residents who contacted NewsChannel 9 say that’s not the case. Video

Some residents in the town of Camillus have noticed that their quarterly water bill was quite a bit higher when they opened it and they want to know why.

Walmart has recently emailed warnings to its VUDU customers telling them that their personal information has been compromised.

Scams not only target consumers, but small businesses can fall victim, too. The Better Business Bureau says you should be wary of opportunities to invest in other businesses. They say know the value of the product and its true costs.

People who are waiting for their checks as a result of the DeBeers class action lawsuit are accustomed to waiting – and now they will need to wait some more.

The Federal Trade Commission and shoemaker Skechers reached a settlement in a class-action lawsuit over the company’s Shape-up toning shoes case in May 2012, but people who are anticipating refunds will have to wait a little longer.

Hackers are now targeting your Bluetooth to rack up your cell phone bill. It’s something called “blue bugging.” Video

NewsChannel 9 has reported on Cardholder Services in the past, but the scam is still in circulation.

The New York State Gaming Commission says a new round of Lottery scams is making the rounds. The commission is urging people to be aware of fake lottery prizes. Video