Your tax refund landed on time this year? Thank the IRS.
After years of abject performance, the tax agency is finally making significant strides — no, really.
After years of abject performance, the tax agency is finally making significant strides — no, really.
Eager to get your refund? The IRS makes it easy for you to keep tabs on your money by computer or mobile app.
The average tax refund is shrinking this year, while more taxpayers owe money to the IRS.
In some cities, the milestone income falls way short of a six-figure lifestyle, a SmartAsset analysis shows.
Filing tax returns can be a slog, but the majority of individual federal taxes are paid by a small slice of Americans.
It's easy to get more time to file before the April 18 deadline, but you'll still have to pay the IRS if you owe money.
Americans shell out billions of dollars to prepare and file their tax returns. Here's how to do it without spending a dime.
Each year, millions of taxpayers don't file their taxes — putting them at risk of fines and other penalties from IRS.
A CPA weighs the potential benefits and drawbacks of married couples filing their taxes separately and jointly.
Alicia Jegede, a CPA and founder of New Gen Financial Planning, discussed the potential benefits and drawbacks of married couples filing their taxes separately and jointly.
Some households could get a typical refund of almost $1,000 by filing their tax returns for 2019, tax collector says.
By one estimate, roughly 70% of Americans worry about tax refunds this year, mainly because of expiring pandemic relief programs.
Millions of Americans qualify for free tax-filing services. Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez, host of Real Simple's "Money Confidential" podcast, walks through some of the free programs available this tax season.
Millions of Americans qualify for free tax filing services and don't even know it. Stefanie O'Connell Rodriguez, host of Real Simple's "Money Confidential" podcast, walks through some of the free programs available this tax season.
Amy Nofiziger, a fraud expert for AARP, says that as the deadline approaches, scammers, "know that we're stressed and that it's going to be easy manipulating us."
Taxes for older Americans can be complicated — here's what to keep in mind as the April 18 filing deadline nears.
Running out of time to meet the April 18 tax filing deadline? Stefanie O’Connell Rodriguez, host of Real Simple’s "Money Confidential" podcast, explains the pros and cons of filing for a tax extension.
Annual property taxes on single-family homes rose 3.6% last year, with the typical homeowner paying nearly $4,000 a year.
Alicia Jegede, a CPA and founder of New Gen Financial Planning, breaks down the tax credits homeowners can receive from making energy-efficient home improvements.
Differences in local tax rates across the U.S. can add up for those who live in certain states.
Refunds are met with glee each spring, but financial pros note that it represents money you've overpaid to the government.
The richest Americans often use trusts and other legal tax dodges to pass their wealth to their heirs tax-free, lawmakers say.
TaxAct's tax expert Jackson Echols shares tax tips for student-athletes navigating tax season after NCAA policy changes.
The tax agency is warning not to fall for social media advice to file a fake W2 in the hope of getting a big refund.
Some small business owners could be in for a shock this tax season. Rebecca Walser, a tax attorney and president of Walser Wealth Management, joins CBS News's Elaine Quijano and Jericka Duncan with more.
Here's the information you need when shopping for an Apple iPad tablet to choose the best model for you.
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Don't miss Monday Night Football when the Philadelphia Eagles face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a Wild Card game.
The 2023 Emmy Awards are live tonight, in 2024. Find out how to watch and livestream, who's nominated and more.
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TV funnyman Anthony Anderson is bringing the humor as host of tonight's 2023 Emmy Awards.
The Green Bay Packers take on the Dallas Cowboys today for a must-win NFL Super Wild Card Weekend game.
Watch Matthew Stafford return home and Jared Goff face his old team as the Los Angeles Rams play the Detroit Lions in a must-win game today.
Heuermann was charged last summer with killing three women whose bodies were found along Gilgo Beach in 2010.
The flight marks the third commercial space station visit funded by Houston-based Axiom Space, and the first with an all-European crew.
Brothers John and Vince Giovannitti serve as mayors of Paulsboro and Greenwich Township, New Jersey.
"If you're bundled up, and you find that it's too cold and you can't handle it any longer, your dog probably can't either," one veterinarian said.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was taken to the hospital on Jan. 1, unbeknownst to the White House at the time.
One analysis said bipartisan deal in Congress would boost the tax credit for 16 million children, lifting some out of poverty.
Ben & Jerry's board chair calls for a truce between Israeli and Palestinian forces, saying the goal is "consistent" with the ice cream maker's policies.
Airline crews are stretched and de-icing fluid is running low as harsh winter weather across many U.S. states disrupts air travel.
Safety regulator blasts poultry company, saying "nothing has changed" two years after another teen was killed at a Mississippi processing facility.
Federal judge rules that JetBlue's $3.8 billion purchase of Spirit would limit options for travelers by reducing the number of discount carriers.
This comes as Iranian-backed Houthi rebels continue their attacks targeting commercial vessels in the Red Sea.
Brothers John and Vince Giovannitti serve as mayors of Paulsboro and Greenwich Township, New Jersey.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was taken to the hospital on Jan. 1, unbeknownst to the White House at the time.
Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley said she would not participate in the debate unless former President Donald Trump did.
One analysis said bipartisan deal in Congress would boost the tax credit for 16 million children, lifting some out of poverty.
Drinking a glass or more of 100% fruit juice daily is associated with a small weight gain in children and adults, according to a new analysis.
"I'm astounded at the depths the tobacco industry will go to pursue profits at the expense of countless lives," says the World Health Organization's director of health promotion, Ruediger Krech.
Radon is an odorless, colorless, radioactive gas that is the leading cause of lung cancer for nonsmokers. Experts recommend testing for it in your home —here's how.
Last August, tests revealed that Kate Cox, a mother of two in Texas, was pregnant with a child that had Trisomy 18, a genetic condition that causes severe developmental problems. According to Cox's doctors, the prognosis for the baby was death before or shortly after birth, and Cox's future fertility was at risk. She sued to receive an abortion under Texas law which bans the procedure in nearly all cases, but found herself caught in a legal battle with the state's attorney general. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with Kate Cox, her husband Justin and with their lawyer, Molly Duane, about the court decisions that forced Cox to leave Texas for the medical procedure.
There is an alarming flu surge across the country, with doctors warning that the virus is spreading at an increased level in many states. As many as 40 children have died from the illness this flu season, the CDC said. CBS News' Omar Villafranca has more.
This comes as Iranian-backed Houthi rebels continue their attacks targeting commercial vessels in the Red Sea.
Four new species of octopus, one dubbed the dorado octopus, were found in the ocean off Costa Rica.
Josef Fritzl, now 88, was sentenced to life in prison in 2009 after pleading guilty to locking up his daughter in a basement for 24 years and fathering seven children with her.
The Iranian-backed Houthis launched another attack on merchant shipping Tuesday just hours after the U.S. preemptively struck missiles that were prepared to launch, according to U.S. Central Command.
The boy was bitten while participating in an expedition in a shark tank at a local resort, officials said.
Nominees Billie Eilish, Dua Lipa, and Olivia Rodrigo are all up for Song of the Year at this year's 66th Grammy Awards.
From on-stage kisses between co-stars to history-making wins and cast reunions, here are ten of the most memorable moments from the 2024 Emmys.
The series is a stark contrast to Vergara's previous work as the vibrant Gloria Pritchett, on "Modern Family."
Three people became EGOTS at the same time for their work on one 2018 project, and now Elton John is the latest to join the elite club.
Sofia Vergara is making a dramatic shift as she stars and executive produces Netflix's new series "Griselda." Based on the real-life story of a notorious drug lord, Vergara's portrayal is a shift from her previous comedic roles. CBS News' Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
Medical device company called Apple's move to redesign its watches "a positive step toward accountability."
January marks four years of disputes between Apple and the health tech company Masimo. The two companies are at odds over blood oxygen measurement technology used in the Apple Watch. Axios tech policy reporter Maria Curi joins CBS News to sort through the legal battles and examine what could come next in the fight.
The annual CES consumer tech convention is wrapping up its week-long stay in Las Vegas on Friday. The event featured some of the industry's latest advances across virtual reality, robots, and the growing realm of artificial intelligence. Nick Wolny, senior editor at CNET, joined CBS News with a recap of the week.
Microsoft's market value momentarily surpassed that of Apple's for the first time in years as the software giant deepens it AI presence.
Online retailer eBay has agreed to pay a $3 million fine to resolve criminal charges over employees who harassed a Massachusetts couple by sending live spiders, cockroaches and other disturbing items to their home.
Four new species of octopus, one dubbed the dorado octopus, were found in the ocean off Costa Rica.
Feathery white lines of condensation left behind airplanes, known as contrails, add to warming the planet. A new study suggests artificial intelligence could dramatically reduce them.
The freezing temperatures that impacted the Iowa caucuses are being blamed for at least 12 deaths from Oregon to Tennessee. Texas is one of the places feeling the effects of the arctic blast with extreme wind chills blanketing the state Tuesday. Dominic Brown with CBS News Texas has a look at the forecast.
In four years of digging, the team of archaeologists have unearthed 43 human skeletons and more than 100,000 artifacts.
The Rich Earth Institute in Vermont collects, pasteurizes and distributes recycled human urine as agricultural fertilizer, to return precious nutrients and minerals to the soil. Pee jokes are an occupational hazard.
Heuermann was charged last summer with killing three women whose bodies were found along Gilgo Beach in 2010.
The man accused of killing three women on New York's Long Island was formally indicted for the alleged murder of a fourth victim on Tuesday. CBS New York's Carolyn Gusoff has the details.
Kellye Croft, who worked as a massage therapist for Dolan and his band while they were on tour, alleged in a lawsuit filed Tuesday that Dolan "unlawfully trafficked her for his own sexual gratification."
Josef Fritzl, now 88, was sentenced to life in prison in 2009 after pleading guilty to locking up his daughter in a basement for 24 years and fathering seven children with her.
A jury found Alex Murdaugh guilty last year in the murders of his wife Maggie and younger son Paul.
The flight marks the third commercial space station visit funded by Houston-based Axiom Space, and the first with an all-European crew.
Astronomy fans can enjoy celestial events throughout 2024, looking to the sky to see full moons, meteor showers and a total solar eclipse. Here are the key dates to mark on your calendar.
NASA says the delays in plans will allow time to solve technical problems and to carry out flight tests of SpaceX's Starship moon lander.
Spacecraft-builder Astrobotic says the lander will run out of propellant Thursday, ending any chance of a planned moon landing.
The spacecraft carrying the Peregrine, a commercially built American lunar lander, may be facing a critical failure after its launch Monday. Derrick Pitts, the chief astronomer at Philadelphia's Franklin Institute, joins CBS News with details on the spacecraft's apparent fuel leak.
Days after a young woman vanishes, a man in a distinctive hat is seen walking away from her car. Who is the man in the hat?
Christie Wilson disappeared in 2005, and her killer refused to say where he put her body.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
In 1981, 13-year-old Mary Day disappeared from her Seaside, Calif., home, with no sign of her anywhere. It would be 22 years before she reappeared, bringing along more questions than answers.
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
Artificial intelligence has the power to reshape how we live, play and especially work, according to a new analysis from the International Monetary Fund. Senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent reports.
World leaders are set to gather this week in Davos, Switzerland. One topic is "Disease X" - a hypothetical virus 20 times deadlier than COVID-19. Infectious disease specialist Dr. Amesh Adalja joins CBS News to discuss the threat.
Only three candidates are left in the GOP presidential field, but they are not all equal. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns and CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa have details.
Cross-country storms have caused nearly 8,000 flight delays and more than 2,300 cancellations. CBS News national correspondent Nikki Battiste reports from LaGuardia Airport in New York City.
Former President Donald Trump attended the start of a second E. Jean Carroll defamation trial in New York City. CBS News campaign reporter Katrina Kaufman discusses what's at stake for Trump.