Get ready to see another area code in your contacts list. The Maryland Public Service Commission has announced a new area code — 227 — that will serve the same locations as the 240 and 301 area codes.

NEW YORK — If you receive a call or text from an unfamiliar area code, you may want to read this first. Inc.com is reporting that the “one ring scam” that shows up periodically has resurfaced.

Phone scammers are getting smarter with their tactics. And if you’re not careful, they could make big bucks off of you, the unsuspecting caller. Aside from hanging up if you hear this four-word phrase ...