Schumer trying to get tax relief for Long Islanders who fixed cesspools
He has asked the USDA to formally determine the grants protect and preserve the environment, making them tax exempt.
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Expecting A Tax Refund This Year? Expert Offers Advice To Avoid Major Delays
The IRS is warning it could be a tough tax season thanks to the pandemic, from staffing issues to lack of funding and a huge backlog.
Expert Says Don't Wait Until Tax Season, Use These 5 Tips To Save Money
An expert says there are some things you can do to save money if you act before Dec. 31.
Child Tax Credit: November Payments Arriving In Parents' Bank Accounts
The fifth round of advance Child Tax Credit payments went out Monday morning, and parents are already seeing the extra money in their bank accounts.
Child Tax Credit: October Payments Hitting Parents' Bank Accounts
The third round of advance Child Tax Credit payments went out Friday morning, and parents are already seeing the extra money in their bank accounts.
Financial Institutions Push Back Against Bill Giving IRS More Scrutiny Over Bank Accounts
Financial institutions would have to give the IRS data on personal and business accounts that have total annual deposits or withdrawals over $600.
Child Tax Credit: Manage Your Monthly Checks With These IRS Tools
Advance payments for the updated Child Tax Credit will start to arrive again on August 13. These IRS tools will help you manage your money.
Scammers Targeting Parents Who Qualify For Expanded Child Tax Credit; 'The IRS Is Never Going To Call You'
In some cases, the scammers say they could expedite the monthly payments and instead give a lump sum.
Tax Refunds: IRS Delays Hold Up Money For Millions Of Taxpayers
While the IRS sent out two stimulus checks and updated the Child Tax Credit this year, it's falling short of its core mission of servicing American taxpayers.
Child Tax Credit: Why Are Some Parents Having Problems?
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.
Child Tax Credit Payments Start Hitting Parents' Bank Accounts
In order for families to qualify, single taxpayers must make $75,000 or less, and married couples filing taxes jointly must make $150,000 or less.
New Jersey Woman Locked In 7-Year Battle With IRS To Prove She Is, Indeed, Alive
The unfortunate mix-up began with her mother's tragic death, and seven years later the situation has not been resolved, causing a tax nightmare for the woman and her father.
What Parents Need To Know To Get The Child Tax Credit
Starting next week, some 36 million American families will start receiving monthly checks from the feds, thanks to the expanded child tax credit.
Connecticut Mother Feels She's 'Hit Rock Bottom' After Spending 3 Years Trying To Fix IRS Mix-Up Declaring Her Dead
Jackie Cassidy is a single mother of four from Darien, and she is very much alive.
Tax Refunds Delayed As May 17 Filing Deadline Arrives
COVID and the policies to help fight its economic implications have put the IRS far behind in its processing of tax returns.
Stimulus Check Update: Social Security Recipients Left Waiting Could Receive Relief Payments Soon
The IRS is preparing to send stimulus checks to millions of Social Security recipients still awaiting payments because they don't file taxes.
IRS Says PPE Can Be Deducted As Medical Expenses
The tax filing deadline has been extended from April 15 until May 17 this year.
IRS Tax Filing Deadline To Be Pushed Back To May 17
The postponement of the deadline will allow taxpayers and tax preparers extra time to work through the ongoing tax issues resulting from the COVID pandemic.
Cuomo, Murphy Demand Repeal Of Federal Cap On State And Local Tax Deduction
Owning a home in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut could once again mean substantial tax breaks if a new push to eliminate the $10,000 SALT cap on federal tax returns is successful.
Tax Service Company Says IRS Will Reissue Stimulus Checks Sent To Wrong Bank Accounts
After the IRS sent millions of stimulus payments to the wrong bank accounts, tax preparation companies said they've worked with the IRS to fix the error.
Coronavirus Update: Stimulus Check Tracking Site Goes Live As Millions Await Emergency Aid
The first batch of stimulus checks — or "economic impact payments," as they are officially known — started hitting consumers' bank accounts on Saturday, the Internal Revenue Service has told CBS News.
National Consumer Protection Week Highlights Surging Scams
It is estimated Americans lost nearly $670 million to scams last year.
IRS Says Grants Used By Suffolk County Residents To Improve Backyard Cesspools Are Taxable
The Internal Revenue Service has issued a ruling in a case that could cost Long Island homeowners thousands of dollars in additional federal taxes.
Tax Expert Offers Stress-Buster Tips In Advance Of April 15
With the Presidents Day holiday weekend coming, it might be a good time to prep for tax day.
Iconic Brooklyn Pizzeria Seized For Unpaid Taxes, Shuttered After 54 Years
CBS2 spoke to the owner's daughter Tuesday who said they had a payment plan in place with the IRS.
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Funeral held for Linden High School football player Xavier McClain
The 16-year-old sophomore died earlier this month after suffering an apparent head injury on the field.
Tracking Hurricane Ian: Latest on the storm's track, timing
Ian was downgraded to a tropical storm, but has regained hurricane strength.
Live Updates: Ian strengthens into hurricane again as it threatens South Carolina
Ian was downgraded to a tropical storm for a brief period of time after leaving Florida.
"So Help Me Todd" to premiere Sept. 29 at 9 p.m. ET / PT
Academy Award-winner Marcia Gay Harden and Skylar Astin star as razor-sharp, meticulous attorney Margaret Wright and Todd, her talented but scruffy, aimless son whom she hires as her law firm's in-house investigator, on the series premiere of the new CBS Original drama.
EMS lieutenant stabbed to death while on duty in Queens
The suspect has been taken into custody after barricading himself in a nearby building.
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EMS lieutenant stabbed to death while on duty in Queens
The suspect has been taken into custody after barricading himself in a nearby building.
Innocent bystander 1 of 2 people shot in East Harlem gunfight
Police say two gunmen opened fire on one another on East 126th Street and Lexington Avenue at around 11:30 a.m.
NYC public schools announce changes admissions process
They're following through on a promise made back in March to make the process more community driven.
Police believe girl was not intended target of deadly Crown Heights shooting
Shayma Roman had just left the building after visiting her grandmother, her brother told CBS2.
Suspect in 3 sex assaults in Upper Manhattan parks in custody
The latest incident took place this past Saturday. Police say the victim was dragged to a secluded spot, sexually assaulted, punched in the face and robbed.
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Family of Conn. man paralyzed in police custody seeks $100M
Randy Cox has been paralyzed from the chest down since getting arrested by New Haven Police in June.
See it: Vapor trail from SpaceX launch visible up East Coast
SpaceX had a successful launch Saturday night, and people in the Tri-State Area saw the aftermath.
United States national parks offer free entry Saturday
The free day is in celebration of National Public Lands Day.
Tri-State lawmakers send message to Puerto Rico: help is on the way
Sen. Chuck Schumer says American politicians will make sure there is more money, along with accountability.
See it: Bear crashes 2-year-old's birthday party in Conn.
Video shows the large black bear making a beeline for a picnic table filled with food and devouring some cupcakes.
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Funeral held for Linden High School football player Xavier McClain
The 16-year-old sophomore died earlier this month after suffering an apparent head injury on the field.
Woman shot in Newark, investigation ongoing
Officers responded to calls of shots fired near Central Avenue just before 3 p.m. Wednesday.
$13M settlement with NJ mortgage lender for discrimination
State and federal prosecutors say Lakeland Bank redlined predominantly Black and Hispanic neighborhoods.
Communication a problem for families with loved ones in Florida
Communication has become spotty at best for many as the massive storm continues to lash the Sunshine State.
Make-A-Wish Foundation helps NJ child become firefighter
Antonio, from Camden, marched with more than 100 firefighters before he became New Jersey's newest firefighter.
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Long Island man beats the odds in battle against pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is a terrifying diagnosis, but advances in research and science are offering new hope.
Lee Zeldin disputes new Siena poll results in N.Y. governor's race
Republican challenger says McLaughlin & Associates poll has him trailing by just under 6 points.
Murder trial for father of Thomas Valva begins on Long Island
Former NYPD officer accused of abusing and killing his 8-year-old son, who was on the autism spectrum.
Landlord charged with homicide in deadly Long Island fire
The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
Gift of Life recipient returns to LI to thank doctors
The very first recipient of donated heart surgery on Long Island nearly 50 years ago returned from Uganda.
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Openly gay candidates face off in historic Congressional race
Parts of Queens and Long Island are making political history even before Election Day.
Lee Zeldin disputes new Siena poll results in N.Y. governor's race
Republican challenger says McLaughlin & Associates poll has him trailing by just under 6 points.
Bill Plante, legendary CBS News White House correspondent, has died at 84
The award-winning CBS News correspondent was one of the longest-serving White House broadcast journalists in history.
Mayor Adams calls trip to Puerto Rico and the DR an eye opener
He says Americans need to see how other parts of the world live to get a better understanding of the situation.
Former New Jersey Gov. Jim Florio dies
The former amateur boxer and U.S. Navy officer served eight terms in Congress before becoming the 49th governor.
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Long Island man beats the odds in battle against pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is a terrifying diagnosis, but advances in research and science are offering new hope.
Gift of Life recipient returns to LI to thank doctors
The very first recipient of donated heart surgery on Long Island nearly 50 years ago returned from Uganda.
Hochul pledges $10 million grant for Long Island medical research
The grant will be awarded to the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research of Northwell Health.
Back-to-school stress can be a headache for some students
Researchers found children between the ages of 5-18 years old suffer more headaches in the fall.
Panel recommends doctors screen patients for anxiety
Health experts hope annual screenings will diagnose mental health issues and get patients the help they need.
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"So Help Me Todd" to premiere Sept. 29 at 9 p.m. ET / PT
Academy Award-winner Marcia Gay Harden and Skylar Astin star as razor-sharp, meticulous attorney Margaret Wright and Todd, her talented but scruffy, aimless son whom she hires as her law firm's in-house investigator, on the series premiere of the new CBS Original drama.
Coolio, "Gangsta's Paradise" rapper, dead at 59
Coolio, born Artis Leon Ivey Jr., the Compton-based rapper known for "Gangsta's Paradise," and other 90s hip-hop anthems died at 59 on Wednesday.
Solange Knowles composes piece for NYC Ballet's Fashion Gala
She's only the second Black woman in history to compose for the New York City Ballet.
Katie Couric announces her breast cancer diagnosis
The former "CBS Evening News" and "Today" anchor finished her final round of radiation treatments this week.
Photoshoot offers sneak peek of new Broadway musical "Almost Famous"
The semi-autobiographic story is based on the 2001 movie of a teenage music journalist traveling with a rock band.
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See It: Aaron Judge hits 61st home run, ties Maris' AL record
The Yankees' slugger went seven games without a home run before he made history in Toronto.
Judge ties Maris AL mark with 61st HR, lifts Yanks over Jays
The 117.4 mph drive took just 3.8 seconds to land 394 feet from the plate, and it put the Yankees ahead 5-3.
Escobar rallies Mets past Marlins in 10, back into 1st alone
The Mets moved a game ahead of the Braves heading into a three-game showdown between the teams in Atlanta.
Zach Wilson cleared by doctors, will start for Jets at Pittsburgh
Coach Robert Saleh announced Wednesday the second-year quarterback's knee is "100 percent" healthy.
Carrasco struggles again, Mets fall into 1st-place tie
The Marlins closed out the Mets not long after the Braves completed an 8-2 victory over the Nationals.
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Rudy's Hobby & Art: Astoria's supplier of trains, crafts, and memories
"There's fewer and fewer hobby stores left, and I'm one of the rare ones," owner Marvin Cochran told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Savant Studios: A Bed-Stuy boutique where design is personal
"Everything in here just tells a story," owner Michael Graham told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Deno's Wonder Wheel: Coney Island's family-owned ferris wheel spins for over a century
"For me, the Wonder Wheel is the most romantic ride in the world," DJ Vourderis told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Hobby's Delicatessen: A historic family business endures in Newark
"There's nothing like a very busy lunchtime. It's like a symphony orchestra," co-owner Michael Brummer told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
Jim's Shoe Repair: A family legacy on the Upper East Side since 1932
"We wouldn't be here 90 years if we didn't do the right thing by the people," owner Joe Rocco told CBS2's Elle McLogan.
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Remembering 9/11: Photos from the ceremony marking 21 years since the attacks
Families of loved ones who passed away in the task were joined by dignitaries as they marked 21 years since the terror attacks that changed New York and the world forever.
All eyes on Serena Williams at the 2022 US Open
All eyes were on Serena Williams at the 2022 US Open in Flushing, Queens.
Remembering Olivia Newton-John through the years
Beloved singer, songwriter and actress Olivia Newton-John died Monday morning at 73.
Remembering Ivana Trump through the years
Ivana Trump passed away in her New York home at age 73.
New York City Pride March draws crowd of thousands
Thousands came out for the 2022 New York City Pride March through Manhattan on Sunday.
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Cooling tower imploded at old New Jersey power plant
The tower in Cape May County was part of the former B.L. England Power Plant.
Autistic man missing for days in New Jersey
Police in Middlesex County are trying to find 29-year-old Jonathan Misak, who was last seen Sunday in Sayreville.
Homes ripped apart by Hurricane Ian
Fort Myers, Florida suffered some of the worst devastation, CBS2's Jason Allen reports.
High school football player who suffered deadly head injury laid to rest
Loved ones remembered the life of 16-year-old Xavier McClain, CBS2's Kevin Rincon reports.
Suspect charged with sexually assaulting joggers in Manhattan
Police said they arrested a man who sexually assaulted three women jogging in Upper Manhattan parks.
