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• California man arrested in rape of Craigslist maid

  Mon Jun 20, 2011
  • Whether it has been a raped masseuse, a sexually assaulted jewelry seller or a maid, sex crimes as a result of online classifieds are far too common. You may not agree with how someone makes their living, but it does not entitle them to any less protection.

• Speculation: Craigslist is slowly dying

  Mon Apr 4, 2011
  • It is... roughly 24 million fewer visits just this past year. Several days ago, I penned an open letter to my counterparts in the classified ad business, challenging them to follow me in imposing new policies to make their sites safer.

• Sheriff scolds Craigslist for its part in man-seeking-animal sex

  Fri Mar 18, 2011
  • Last week, I penned an open letter to my counterparts in the classified ad business, challenging them to follow me in imposing new policies to make their sites safer. (Press release)

• Rival links Craigslist to 12 deaths, 330 crimes in past year

  Fri Feb 25, 2011
  • In keeping with one of our favorite mantras, “Safety first, fun second,” we wanted to share a few tips on staying safe on Geebo and other classified sites. Go Local! Only buy and sell with people you can meet with in person and at a public place.

• Craigslist woman speaks up about topless ex-Congressman

  Thu Feb 10, 2011
  • In keeping with one of our favorite mantras, “Safety first, fun second,” we wanted to share a few tips on staying safe on Geebo and other classified sites. Go Local! Only buy and sell with people you can meet with in person and at a public place.

• Is Facebook the new Craigslist for hookers?

  Mon Feb 7, 2011
  • Every time I read these kinds of posts, I’m reminded of the things I want users to know about how to stay safe on Geebo and other classifieds sites. Here are my “rules”: Buy and sell with people you can meet locally, in person.

• Cops: Maine woman among 4 found dead in N.Y.

  Wed Jan 19, 2011
  • Keeping safe on Geebo and other classifieds sites: It is important that you know how to keep yourself and your loved ones safe when using online classified advertising sites. Here are a few reminders: When selling, do not put your home address in your ad.

• Kilmer slashes sale price for ranch by $10M

  Tue Oct 26, 2010
  • Come on, Val…poor movie choices is one thing, but poor real estate decisions is quite another. I can’t imagine your bank account is so depleted that you can’t pay for quality, reliable advertising.