Alicia Smith

Detroit

Morning Anchor at WXYZ-TV (Southfield, MI)

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Have you received an unsolicited 'complimentary cruise' offer? Here's what to know

2 weeks ago | wxyz.com | Alicia Smith

(WXYZ) — The summer travel season is about to kick into high gear, but take note if you receive a postcard or flyer about a 'complimentary' trip. If you haven't booked any trips yet, you may be intrigued if you receive an unsolicited invitation in the mail for a complimentary cruise. I talked with a local woman who reached out to 7 News Detroit after getting an offer in the mail that sounded too good to be true.
Better Business Bureau issues warning on TikTok donation scams

3 weeks ago | fox17online.com | Alicia Smith

METRO DETROIT (WXYZ) — If you're a regular TikTok user, or have a young adult in your family who is, there's a new scam to watch out for. Watch the report from our 6 a.m. show Better Business Bureau issues warning on TikTok donation scams; here's what to watch out for The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Michigan is issuing a scam alert; it's about videos that pull on your heartstrings to get you to donate to a good cause.
Better Business Bureau issues warning on TikTok donation scams

3 weeks ago | wxyz.com | Alicia Smith

METRO DETROIT (WXYZ) — If you're a regular TikTok user, or have a young adult in your family who is, there's a new scam to watch out for. Watch the report from our 6 a.m. show Better Business Bureau issues warning on TikTok donation scams; here's what to watch out for The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Michigan is issuing a scam alert; it's about videos that pull on your heat strings to get you to donate to a good cause.
Oakland County Sheriff has tips on spotting this new driveway sealant scam

1 month ago | wxyz.com | Alicia Smith

OAKLAND CO., Mich. (WXYZ) — If you need to reseal or repair your driveway this spring, beware of driveway sealant scams. I'm highlight the voice of a man who was targeted in Oakland County, and talking to the county Sheriff about how to spot these scammers. Here's what you need to know to protect yourselves. Watch Alicia's story in the video player below Oakland County Sheriff has tips on spotting this new driveway sealant scam “I'm out here and all of a sudden I hear tires screeching.
Legasea Aquarium and Repatarium opens April 21, fulfilling the late Brian Barczyk’s dream

2 months ago | wxyz.com | Alicia Smith

(WXYZ) — It's not every day that you get to see someone's dream realized, but this coming Monday, April 21, you can. The late Brian Barczyk – the Macomb County animal enthusiast who inspired millions on social media who shared his pancreatic cancer battle with me and so many others – dreamed of opening an aquarium. His legacy, the Legasea Aquarium and The Repatarium in Utica, is opening to the public on Monday. His widow, Lori Barczyk and her team, gave me a tour on the even of the opening.
Tax Day Tips: Local tax attorney sheds light on filing extension

2 months ago | wxyz.com | Alicia Smith

METRO DETROIT (WXYZ) — On this tax day, if you need more time. you can request an extension, to give you until October 15. But I spoke with a local tax attorney, who told me some people think an extension means you have more time to pay your tax liability. What if people owe money, and they want to file an extension? When do they need to pay what they owe?
PurpleStride aims to make strides against pancreatic cancer on April 26

2 months ago | wxyz.com | Alicia Smith

TROY, Mich. (WXYZ) — Walkers are preparing for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network's (PanCAN's) largest fundraiser of the year — PurpleStride. The walk is on Saturday, April 26 at Troy Community Park, located at 3179 Livernois Road in Troy. I talked with PurpleStride Volunteer Coordinator Cathy Mikesell on 7 Action News at Noon about losing her sister to pancreatic cancer and why this fundraiser is so important.
The Vision Behind Clairo’s Nostalgic, ’70s-Esque 'Charm' Tour Stage

2 months ago | newwavemagazine.com | Alicia Smith

American singer-songwriter Clairo’s tour for her third album Charm unfolded against a stunning, intimate, and 1970s reminiscent backdrop that perfectly complemented the album’s warm, charming, playful spirit. Designed by COUR Design and creative director Imogene Strauss, the tour’s conversation-pit set stage invited audiences into a welcoming and familiar atmosphere.
BBB warns of text scam involving IRS stimulus checks & unclaimed money

Mar 26, 2025 | wxyz.com | Alicia Smith

(WXYZ) — With Tax Day coming up in less than three weeks, I want to let you know about a warning from the Better Business Bureau. During an interview with a spokesperson for the BBB, I learned about a new scam they are seeing in 2025. Related: 'Shocked and confused': 1099-K reveals identity theft still happening; here's what you need to know"What is the emerging scam this year? Have you identified one?" I asked Melanie McGovern with the BBB.
Cash App responds to Scripps News Group reports of fraudulent accounts revealed through 1099-Ks

Mar 25, 2025 | fox17online.com | Alicia Smith

(WXYZ) — I've been tracking identity theft cases since mid-February involving 1099-K forms received in the mail. Those cases have prompted me to request documents from the Federal Trade Commission. On March 4, I first told you about Monika Bailey of Oxford Township, who received five 1099-K forms in the mail in late January from the parent company of Cash App — Block Inc. — indicating she had to pay taxes on thousands of dollars of income in those accounts.

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5 Jun 25

SCAM ALERT: I talked with Nakia Mills at the BBB of Michigan for tips on how to avoid these AI-generated TikTok donation videos scamming people out of their money. https://t.co/a35YOuVKPa

WXYZ Detroit @wxyzdetroit

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Michigan is issuing a scam alert; it's about videos that pull on your heart strings to get you to donate to a good cause. https://t.co/PACv2GE9aq

Alicia Smith @wxyzalicia

4 Jun 25

The Feds say the pathogen is classified as a “ potential agroterrorism weapon.”

WXYZ Detroit @wxyzdetroit

Two Chinese nationals were arrested by the FBI for allegedly smuggling a biological pathogen into the United States to do research on it at a University of Michigan laboratory. https://t.co/2vNVXaTGYb

Alicia Smith @wxyzalicia

2 Jun 25

The new hotel is set to have 180 rooms, a wellness center, and “luxurious yet attainable dining inside.”

WXYZ Detroit @wxyzdetroit

JUST IN: A new hotel from NoMad is expected to open inside Michigan Central Station in 2027 with a restaurant, wellness center and more. Details here: https://t.co/QWjzeuRnNt https://t.co/efEOoRJNpG