IRS admits Black taxpayers are more likely to get audited
Research shows that Black Americans face audit rates that are up to five times higher than those of other racial groups.
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Research shows that Black Americans face audit rates that are up to five times higher than those of other racial groups.
After years of abject performance, the tax agency is finally making significant strides — no, really.
Millions of Americans wait until the last minute to file their taxes. Most will have a short wait to get their checks from the agency.
The average tax refund is shrinking this year, while more taxpayers owe money to the IRS.
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.
Differences in local tax rates across the U.S. can add up for those who live in certain states.
If you're trying to figure out when your refund is landing, some steps are a giant waste of time, the IRS says.
Early IRS data provides a peek at what to expect for the millions of Americans who have yet to file their taxes.
Many tax benefits instituted during the pandemic have lapsed, which means some people could see smaller refunds.
Tax experts and the IRS itself have warned about smaller refund checks this year due to expiring pandemic aid.
Michael D. Adams, of Grosse Pointe Park, pleaded guilty Tuesday to money laundering and obstructing the IRS, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Taxpayers could save on taxes because of a higher standard deduction and more generous thresholds for each bracket.
Government's new classification of cars that qualify for the generous tax credit is a win for Tesla and other automakers.
His legal team is going on the offensive, calling for state and federal investigations into the dissemination of material from his laptop.
A new study suggests ways the IRS could solve an algorithmic bias that has harmed low-income and Black taxpayers.
Nation's tax collector says it has improved telephone service from last year, when just 1 in 10 calls were answered.
The documents contain details that were not previously public, such as loans he gave to his children, income from book royalties and Melania's modeling, and how much of his presidential salary was given to charity.
Tax agency cautions Americans not to expect to receive refunds by specific date to pay bills or make big purchases.
Under new IRS rule, anyone who earned more than $600 this year by selling things online or doing gig work could face tax hit.
The first round of advance Child Tax Credit payments went out to parents on July 15, but some payments have been delayed or were inaccurate.
The estate in July agreed to pay the IRS $388 million to settle the $2.8 billion claim, which was made in 2013.
The Internal Revenue Service says former "Little House on the Prairie" star Melissa Gilbert failed to pay more than $360,000 in federal income taxes.
Geared primarily towards low-to-middle income, working individuals and families, the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a federal benefit able to provide relief to those who meet specific criteria, by reducing the amount of tax owed and by increasing the amount of tax monies refunded, as determined after filing. Both single and married people can benefit from EITC, regardless of whether or not they have children or other dependents.
Vernors ginger ale has been part of Detroit culture for generations.
More changes are happening within the Detroit Lions organization after the team reportedly acquired Carolina Panthers center Cade Mays and Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Larry Borom.
The budget includes $1.5 billion in the general fund and more than $3 billion across all city funds.
The latest update from the Great Lakes Water Authority says a new steel pipe has been installed.
Support is coming in from far and wide to respond to the disaster since Friday's fatal storms.
Gas prices in Michigan jumped up 56 cents in the past week, in keeping with gas price spikes across the country, AAA says.
One man and two women were killed in Branch County, a 12-year-old boy was killed in Cass County, as tornadoes struck Southwest Michigan on Friday.
Strong to possibly severe thunderstorms are expected across southeast Michigan Tuesday night into Wednesday as a powerful storm system moves through the Great Lakes.
Support is coming in from far and wide to respond to the disaster since Friday's fatal storms.
No tornado watch was issued for Michigan on Friday, even though the NWS later determined a supercell spun out four tornadoes.
For the first time in 15 years, Stellantis is not issuing a profit-sharing distribution to UAW-represented employees.
Union Vice President Laura Dickerson confirmed that the worker, TJ Sabula, "has no discipline on his record."
Some General Motors employees are taken aback by this year's profit-sharing checks, with it being $4,000 less than the previous one.
While many assume a "harsh" winter, or this bone-chilling, sustained cold, is the enemy of asphalt, the real culprit is temperature fluctuation.
In Metro Detroit, drivers are paying about $2.90 per gallon, which is 2 cents less than last week and 29 cents less than at the same time last year.
A woman was arrested on Sunday for firing multiple shots at the Beverly Hills home of Rihanna, Los Angeles Police Department officials say.
A restaurant celebrating rock music in the era of the legendary band Kiss is set to open in Royal Oak.
Six Flags is selling off some of its North America amusement parks, including Michigan's Adventure in Muskegon.
Actor and filmmaker Bruce Campbell told fans that he is in treatment for cancer and will cancel some upcoming public appearances.
Faster Horses, a multi-day country music festival, will not return this summer to Michigan International Speedway.
Vernors ginger ale has been part of Detroit culture for generations.
Michigan farmers face intense pressure to sell land as developers offer huge payouts, and state programs struggle to help keep farms intact.
Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, has reached a deal with the Department of Justice as part of a high-stakes antitrust trial.
Two men from Pennsylvania are facing federal charges for the incident. Video captured someone yelling "Allahu Akbar" just as a protester threw an "ignited device" during an anti-Islam demonstration in New York City.
Artificial intelligence can give some workers "brain fry" if overused, according to a new study published in Harvard Business Review.
Michigan Medicine will drop thousands of Blue Cross Blue Shield members if a deal isn't reached.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Water testing has detected "low levels" of Legionella bacteria at two more Oakland County government buildings.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Henry Ford Health and Teamsters Local 332 remain locked in a labor dispute over a nurses' contract.
More changes are happening within the Detroit Lions organization after the team reportedly acquired Carolina Panthers center Cade Mays and Miami Dolphins offensive tackle Larry Borom.
Tarik Skubal is thinking about pitching again for the United States in the World Baseball Classic after the Detroit Tigers ace had previously planned to make just one start.
John Gibson and Cam Talbot combined to make 31 saves, Dominik Shine scored his first NHL goal and the Red Wings beat the Devils 3-0 on Sunday night.
Western Michigan and Eastern Michigan both fired their men's basketball coaches on Sunday, parting ways with former assistants under Michigan State coach Tom Izzo.
Yaxel Lendeborg scored 19 of his 27 points in the first half and Morez Johnson Jr. had 18 points, leading No. 3 Michigan in a 90-80 win over No. 8 Michigan State to give the Big Ten champions a 15th straight conference win Sunday.
Rose talks about a new TV series being filmed in Detroit called "South West High," which revolves around a fictional high school in the Motor City.
As Women's History Month kicks off, Donna Murray-Brown, the new president and CEO of Inforum, appears on Michigan Matters.
Penske, a business and racing legend, turns 89 on Feb. 20 and is celebrating his 60th year in racing during 2026.
Claressa Shields talks about giving back to the community and her efforts to increase equity for women in sports.
The roundtable discusses the impact of the high-profile game for advertisers, including Detroit-based Rocket and Redfin.
Keith Wunderlich, a retired school superintendent, has spent more than 45 years collecting Vernors memorabilia. His basement is packed wall-to-wall with bottles, signs, vintage advertisements and even old soda machines.
For the first time, Detroit Mayor Mary Sheffield unveils her proposal for the city's 2027 fiscal year budget.
A boil water advisory in Novi and Walled Lake, Michigan, continued for a third day after a major water main break over the weekend.
Michigan's gas prices jumped up 56 cents in the past week, in keeping with gas price spikes across the country, AAA-The Auto Club reported.
Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, the second son of former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has been named Iran's new supreme leader, Iranian state media reported. Natalie Brand reports.