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Fraud schemes keep getting more sophisticated, and criminals are keeping seniors in their sights.
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Fraud schemes keep getting more sophisticated, and criminals are keeping seniors in their sights.
The IRS started accepting tax returns on Jan. 26. Here's everything you need to know about getting your tax refund.
Taxpayers can start filing their 2025 tax returns on Jan. 26, 2026, the IRS says.
Many IRS workers are furloughed due to the government shutdown, but taxpayers are still required to file their extensions this week.
The government shutdown is now in its tenth day.
The IRS on Thursday announced adjustments to the federal income tax brackets and standard deductions for 2026.
Filing a tax extension is easy. But it's important to know what you're getting into, including what to do if you owe money to the IRS.
Most Americans don't know their own tax rate or what others pay to the IRS, yet most feel their taxes are too high.
Most eligible taxpayers have already received their 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit payment, but there's still time to file a claim.
IRS data shows that the average refund check so far is about $2,200, or $1,000 less than a year earlier. Here's what experts say.
The Pittsburgh-based IRS agent was let go just prior to his one-year work anniversary and was working with companies to ensure they filed correctly.
As the Trump Administration laid off thousands of IRS employees right in the middle of tax season, it may take longer for you to get a return.
With tax season underway, here's what you need to know about tracking your tax refund and your new 2025 tax brackets.
The IRS has adjusted tax brackets and dozens of other provisions for inflation. Here's how that will impact your taxes.
The IRS is tapping Inflation Reduction Act funding to hire more agents and go after more tax cheats. Here's where it is focusing.
Millions of Americans filed their taxes during the last two weeks of this year's tax season. Here's how to find out when you'll get your refund.
It's the final hours of Tax Day, and it could be time to file for an extension. KDKA-TV's Megan Shinn shares more details.
If you're one of the millions of taxpayers who delay their taxes, it's easy to get an extension to October 15.
Monday is Tax Day and that can be an anxiety-inducing day for many, but there are options to help.
The U.S. tax system is designed to be progressive, with rich people paying a larger share of their income to the IRS. Here's what to know.
It's tax time, and many taxpayers worry that if they make a mistake on their tax returns.
The IRS opened for filing on January 29. Here's what to expect with your tax refund, from how much you'll get to when you'll get it.
The IRS announced that it expects more than 128 million individual tax returns to be filed by the deadline, so they're trying to help and have made some changes this year.
The IRS expects nearly 129 million individual tax returns to be filed by the April 15 deadline. Here's what you need to know.
The IRS said it will waive penalties for almost 5 million taxpayers on their 2020 and 2021 tax returns.
Agostino Abbatiello, 24, has been held in the Centre County Prison since he surrendered to authorities last month.
Metal detectors and bag checks will be in place for all events at Gladiator Stadium and at the Middle/High School gymnasium.
There will be more chances for storms and severe weather later this week.
Royce Moser, 18, is due in court after being accused of stabbing and killing his girlfriend, Karoline Heintz, last month.
A funeral home in Pittsburgh at the center of a criminal case has been vandalized.
Royce Moser, 18, is due in court after being accused of stabbing and killing his girlfriend, Karoline Heintz, last month.
Agostino Abbatiello, 24, has been held in the Centre County Prison since he surrendered to authorities last month.
Recovery efforts continue into a second day.
Metal detectors and bag checks will be in place for all events at Gladiator Stadium and at the Middle/High School gymnasium.
Police said a woman "went through hell" as her son beat her to death for over an hour at their home in West Newton.
Lawmakers could also vote on condemning socialism and censuring GOP Rep. Chuck Edwards.
The ruling marks a blow to the federal government's long-delayed effort to prosecute Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is accused of developing the plot to crash planes into the Pentagon and World Trade Center.
A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily blocked enforcement of an Ohio requirement that voters show proof of citizenship when registering to vote at a motor vehicle bureau
Data centers have become the hottest issue in political races across the country, including Pennsylvania's race for governor.
The U.S. and Canada have wrangled for decades over trade, and somehow, they still managed to remain friends, allies and trading partners.
A new report tries to calculate how much Pennsylvanians need to earn to live what's considered a comfortable lifestyle.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
Buffalo Township police are warning about scammers after investigating several cases where residents have fallen victim.
On Tuesday, Pennsylvania took a major step in the fight against the negative impacts of social media, particularly on children.
While the importance of the family support system is timeless, a new study found it creates financial stressors for all involved.
Daisy takes a trip to the Pittsburgh Zoo to visit the new lion cub!
Chef Doug Heilman shows Heather and David how to make a rustic tart filled with fruit or veggies!
You can bring your own container to The Refillery and replenish everyday items without buying more plastic.
A historic merger between two theater companies in Pittsburgh took place, and they have a new name. Tickets for their season are on sale now.
David and Heather recap their fun-filled weekends!
Police departments all around the country say surveillance technologies like cameras, drones, and license plate readers have proved invaluable in tracking and arresting violent criminals.
Video shows youth football coaches from Carlynton and Keystone Oaks fighting on the field during a game over the weekend.
Police public safety services are being questioned in Forward Township.
An attempt to regulate Pennsylvania's pet cremation industry just hit a wall.
A family in Wall Borough, Allegheny County, said repeated flooding has forced them to abandon their home's first floor.
Pennsylvania health officials say two people who had measles died in the state, but Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is questioning that.
UPMC is taking another step to help Pittsburgh's first responders better protect our community.
For the first time since 1991, Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles.
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
Injuries are a part of many sports, and UPMC is trying to help high school athletes get back to the games they love.
Metal detectors and bag checks will be in place for all events at Gladiator Stadium and at the Middle/High School gymnasium.
Lionel Messi played in six World Cups and led Argentina to win the tournament in 2022 in Qatar.
Aaron Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and Drew Allar have all made the team's initial 53-man roster.
Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo homered, Brandon Lowe added an RBI single and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-4 on Sunday.
The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year previously retired from the team in 2023 after 10 seasons.
A federally funded Ohio manufacturing program faces potential shutdown after a new audit by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Office of Inspector General.
Gas station giant Buc-ee's has sparked a backlash in Ohio over one of its frequent trademark infringement lawsuits.
The international fashion retailer Zara will open a location in Ross Park Mall in 2028, as the mall continues to thrive.
Some Bloomfield business owners paint a nuanced picture of how the annual Little Italy Days festival impacts them, saying that while they don't dislike the festival, they do make less money than they normally would.
The store is expected to open sometime next year.
A show coming to The Palace Theatre in Greensburg looks to pay tribute to Dolly Parton.
Tim Curry was known for his iconic performances in cult classics like "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" and the original screen adaptation of Stephen King's "It."
Pittsburghers are remembering Dolly Parton as "one of a kind" following her death on Tuesday.
Dolly Parton became an icon over her six-decade career as a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, movie and TV star and theme park owner who donated millions to help others.
Bret Michaels is taking a break from touring to recover from recent surgeries.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Mary Ours' forecast!
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and as one local community sees an increase in suicides, police are trying to change the way we talk about mental health. The Wilkinsburg Police Department is hoping to reach families and let them know resources and people are available to help those struggling and that they should never have struggle alone. KDKA's Jessica Riley reports.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
A funeral home in Pittsburgh at the center of a criminal case has been vandalized.
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss today's sports topics.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
