SAN JOSE, Calif. -- When it's time to pay a bill, many people still write a check and mail it. But is that safe anymore? Postal inspectors say mail theft is rising fast -- and thieves are going after ...

DALLAS — Billie Young wrote a check to pay off her car loan. “$14,952.52. Never will forget it,” Young said, taking a deep breath. The check was cashed — but not by the finance company. The ...