craigslist

After a long-running battle in both courtrooms and the media, classified advertising site Craigslist has dropped its specialized services for adults, often seen as a front for licentious offerings. But it's unclear if it will be a permanent move ... and, if so, whether it will make any real difference. For several years, Craigslist had faced legal challenges over claims that many of those advertising in the section were, explicitly or otherwise, offering immoral acts in trade for money. The issue caught the attention of legal officials across the country, leading to a variety of court cases. ... (view more)

Internet classified ads site Craigslist is facing double trouble over claims that it aids illegal prostitution. The company has come under fire from former trafficking victims just days after losing a bid to be declared exempt from prosecution over ... the issue. The site has been under attack by state attorney generals for two years, most arguing for tighter restrictions over its explicit advertising. Though most advertisements for such services use coded phrases, officials believe the site violates bans on ads that directly solicit customers for this purpose. Craigslist management voluntarily ... (view more)

Online classified advertising giant Craigslist is a handy tool for circumventing the lengthy delivery time that comes with other online purchasing sites like Ebay. However, unlike other sites that offer the security of knowing exactly who the seller ... is, Craigslist allows users to post items anonymously, which can lead to all sorts of devious behavior. An Oregon man recently returned home after spending a weekend away only to find up to 30 people rummaging through his personal belongings. Apparently, someone had posted a message on Craigslist announcing that all of the man's possessions were " ... (view more)