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Connecticut will join IRS Direct File for federal tax returns in the 2025 filing season, Gov. Ned Lamont and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced Friday. The idea behind IRS Direct File is to provide taxpayers with a free alternative to for-profit tax preparation services.
The average tax refund is shrinking this year, while more taxpayers owe money to the IRS.
Americans shell out billions of dollars to prepare and file their tax returns. Here's how to do it without spending a dime.
Differences in local tax rates across the U.S. can add up for those who live in certain states.
Tax agency said it is trying to determine whether tax rebates, issued in many states last year, count as income.
The returns show a detailed account of the former president's finances.
Consumers who paid to file their taxes using the popular software could get refunds under a nationwide settlement.
Just because Monday is the deadline for filing your returns, it doesn't mean the IRS is ready to handle the workload.
COVID and the policies to help fight its economic implications have put the IRS far behind in its processing of tax returns.
Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance, Jr. is seeking eight years of the Republican president's personal and corporate tax records, but has disclosed little about what prompted him to request the records.
Since entering the White House, Trump has broken with tradition set by his predecessors by not only refusing to release his tax returns but by waging a legal battle to keep them hidden.
The court ruled 7-2 in a case in which it heard arguments by telephone in May because of the coronavirus pandemic.
With the Presidents Day holiday weekend coming, it might be a good time to prep for tax day.
Trump's attorneys filed a lawsuit against Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus R. Vance Jr., who recently subpoenaed the president's accounting firm for eight years of his state and federal returns
Cynthia Nixon's five years of tax returns shows that one of her best investments may have been helping Bill de Blasio become mayor.
These seven strange and arcade deductions might help you lower your tax burden this year.
Hillary Clinton's campaign says the Democratic nominee and her husband paid a federal tax rate of 34.2 percent and donated 9.8 percent of their income to charity last year.
Her running mate, Sen. Tim Kaine and his wife, Anne Houlton, will also release the last 10 years of their returns.
Sometimes the caller ID number even appears to come from the IRS.
The victims said they don't know exactly how their Social Security numbers were stolen or how much in refund money the scammers got from them.
New York State Gov. Andrew Cuomo and his Republican opponent, Westchester County Executive Rob Astorino, traded barbs Monday over tax returns, tax assessments and family photos.
Super procrastinators can even get the coveted April 15 postmark after midnight as long as they're in line before the witching hour.
Review your tax situation now so you have some idea what tax bracket you will fall into this year and decide whether you want to do the long 1040 or the short 1040EZ.
Forget the stress of tax season by using one of these e-filing programs.
Save money — and maximize your refund — with these tips for doing your taxes all on you own.
Friday holds the double distinction of being the coldest day of the week and the coldest day of the season thus far, with the forecast calling for lots of shivering right through Saturday.
"The responsibility of leading Democrats on the House Oversight Committee during Donald Trump's second term in the White House is a profound and consequential one," Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wrote to colleagues.
As police zero in on who shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, investigators are combing through more than 200 surveillance images.
The manslaughter charge against Daniel Penny has been dismissed after jurors told the judge twice Friday that they were unable to reach a unanimous vote.
After sightings in North Jersey, police departments in South Jersey are now spotting mysterious drones in the skies.
Friday holds the double distinction of being the coldest day of the week and the coldest day of the season thus far, with the forecast calling for lots of shivering right through Saturday.
As police zero in on who shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, investigators are combing through more than 200 surveillance images.
The manslaughter charge against Daniel Penny has been dismissed after jurors told the judge twice Friday that they were unable to reach a unanimous vote.
Daniel Penny is standing trial in the chokehold death of Jordan Neely on the New York City subway last spring.
As the value of Bitcoin rises, the Brooklyn District Attorney's office is warning New Yorkers about cryptocurrency scams.
Friday holds the double distinction of being the coldest day of the week and the coldest day of the season thus far, with the forecast calling for lots of shivering right through Saturday.
Today's weather forecast calls for a wintry mix of rain and snow around the NYC area, followed by some gusty winds.
A wintry mix of rain, snow and blustery winds blows into NYC on Thursday, and the biggest impact could be during the morning commute.
The cold persisted Tuesday and perhaps a flake or two may be possible as we head into the middle part of the week.
Seven months after it was destroyed in a fiery truck crash, the Fairfield Avenue Bridge over I-95 in Norwalk, Conn. has reopened.
Friday holds the double distinction of being the coldest day of the week and the coldest day of the season thus far, with the forecast calling for lots of shivering right through Saturday.
After sightings in North Jersey, police departments in South Jersey are now spotting mysterious drones in the skies.
The mystery in the skies over New Jersey continues, with one law enforcement official saying the flying objects were seen over critical infrastructure.
Today's weather forecast calls for a wintry mix of rain and snow around the NYC area, followed by some gusty winds.
A wintry mix of rain, snow and blustery winds blows into NYC on Thursday, and the biggest impact could be during the morning commute.
Friday holds the double distinction of being the coldest day of the week and the coldest day of the season thus far, with the forecast calling for lots of shivering right through Saturday.
A Long Island retiree says she's getting traffic tickets from all over the country. But the thing is, she stopped driving four years ago.
A mother and father on Long Island still don't know why their son died while playing in a charity hockey game over the weekend.
Matthew Smith walked out of federal court in Central Islip Tuesday on a $10 million bond after pleading not guilty to sex trafficking and interstate prostitution. The bond was cosigned by his partner Mike Jeffries, the former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch.
The cold persisted Tuesday and perhaps a flake or two may be possible as we head into the middle part of the week.
"The responsibility of leading Democrats on the House Oversight Committee during Donald Trump's second term in the White House is a profound and consequential one," Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez wrote to colleagues.
Depending on who you ask, small business owners say congestion pricing could be a blessing or a curse.
President-elect Donald Trump is considering replacing former Fox News host Pete Hegseth, his embattled pick for defense secretary, with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Mayor Eric Adams says he plans to meet with President-elect Donald Trump's border czar and map out plans to deport migrants who commit crimes.
Donald Trump's attorneys mentioned Hunter Biden in a filing arguing the New York criminal case against the president-elect should be dismissed.
Anthem will reverse a policy that would have capped insurance coverage for anesthesia after objections from doctors and lawmakers.
Minnesota-based UnitedHealthcare Group Inc. has faced a firestorm of controversy this year. And as investigators search for a motive in the slaying of Brian Thompson, CEO of its insurance arm, they aren't counting anything out.
Feds warn against eating recalled cucumbers and multiple products containing the vegetable, including salads and wraps.
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
The New York Film Critics Circle, one of the nation's oldest and most venerated critics' groups, is kicking movie awards season into high gear Tuesday as they select their choices for the best of 2024.
An attorney for Harvey Weinstein says he was hospitalized following an "alarming blood test.".
Elton John says he's lost his eyesight and struggled to see his new musical, "The Devil Wears Prada" after a "severe" eye infection.
Target is the only place you can buy the latest Taylor Swift merch, including a new book, vinyl and CD.
Sean "Diddy" Combs' lawyers again asked the rapper be released on bond ahead of his trial, but the request was denied.
A funeral service will be held today for legendary St. John's University basketball coach Lou Carnesecca.
Vince Dunn had a goal and two assists, Joey Daccord stopped 27 shots, and the Kraken beat the Islanders 5-2 on Thursday night.
OG Anunoby scored 15 of his 25 points during the third quarter, helping the Knicks pull away and beat the Hornets 125-101 on Thursday.
The Boston Red Sox and several other teams are still making their push to sign superstar Juan Soto.
Cam Johnson scored 26 points, Nic Claxton had 16 and the Nets beat the Pacers 99-90 on Wednesday night to end a three-game losing streak.
The grandson of the last civilian lighthouse keeper in America is working to preserve his family's legacy.
Construction on Etihad Park, New York City's first Major League Soccer stadium, started on Wednesday in Queens.
What began as a way to pass the time waiting for their kids at the skatepark has turned into a small community of moms who shred.
Preservationists say the fight is on to save tiled mosaics at the site of the 1939 and 1964 World's Fair in Queens.
On Small Business Saturday 2024, New York City shop owners are hoping to attract new and longtime customers for a needed boost.
Dogs got decked out for the annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade in New York City's East Village on Saturday.
Cosplayers flooded New York City's Javits Center in October 2024 for the annual New York Comic Con convention.
Tens of thousands of people flooded Manhattan streets on June 2, 2024 for the 60th annual Israel Day on Fifth Parade.
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday, March 26 after a column was struck by a container ship that reportedly lost power, sending vehicles and people into the Patapsco River.
The 50th Annual Village Halloween Parade drew massive crowds, celebrating the theme "Upside/Down:Inside/OUT."
Tony Sadiku has the Tri-State Area's updated Friday afternoon forecast on CBS News New York.
People in at least four New Jersey counties have now reported drone sightings in recent weeks.
As the search intensifies for the suspect in the deadly shooting, investigators are turning their focus to a person of interest photographed at an Upper West Side hostel. CBS News New York's Ali Bauman has the latest.
Windy weather played a role in several fires in Westchester County, causing the flames to spread to neighboring homes.
Police are searching for three suspects after two teenagers were stabbed, one fatally, in Lower Manhattan. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.
