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.
Tax Returns
How long is it taking the IRS to process refunds?
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.
More Americans facing tax refund "disappointment"
The average tax refund is shrinking this year, while more taxpayers owe money to the IRS.
Here's how to file your taxes for free this year
Americans shell out billions of dollars to prepare and file their tax returns. Here's how to do it without spending a dime.
IRS says time is running out to claim $1.5 billion in tax refunds
Some households could get a typical refund of almost $1,000 by filing their tax returns for 2019, tax collector says.
Here's what to know if you haven't filed your tax return yet
Early IRS data provides a peek at what to expect for the millions of Americans who have yet to file their taxes.
IRS tells taxpayers in more than 20 states to wait to file
Tax agency said it is trying to determine whether tax rebates, issued in many states last year, count as income.
Americans may get a tax refund shock this year
Many tax benefits instituted during the pandemic have lapsed, which means some people could see smaller refunds.
IRS says it sent 12 million refunds for jobless aid glitch
The tax agency said it just finished sending the refunds to workers who paid tax on unemployment benefits that they didn't owe.
Trump's IRS auditor relied on an accounting firm his company called "negligent"
Mazars USA worked for Trump for decades until February of this year, when it cut ties with the former president and his company.
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.
Judge Temporarily Blocks Law Aimed At Trump's Tax Returns
A U.S. judge has temporarily blocked a California law aimed at forcing President Donald Trump to release his personal income tax returns in order to appear on the 2020 primary ballot.
Trump Gets Court Victory In Bid To Block California Presidential Tax Return Law
A federal judge on Thursday handed President Donald Trump a victory in his effort to keep his financial information secret.
Trump, Republican Party Sue Over California Presidential Tax Return Law
The Trump campaign and Republican Party have sued California over a new law requiring presidential candidates to release their tax returns.
President Trump May Be Kept Off California Primary Ballot Unless He Releases Tax Returns
California may keep President Donald Trump off of next March's Presidential Primary ballot, unless he discloses five years worth of tax returns to the Secretary of State.
The Government Shutdown Could Impact Your Tax Return
The IRS released its contingency plan should the shutdown last into filing season. Here are some of the services that will be affected.
7 Unusual Tax Deductions You May Qualify For
These seven strange and arcade deductions might help you lower your tax burden this year.
Thieves Use Online Service To Steal Tax Info From 100,000 People
Thieves used an online service provided by the IRS to gain access to information from more than 100,000 taxpayers, the agency said Tuesday.
TurboTax Stops Processing State Tax Returns On Fraud Reports
TurboTax, the country's most popular do-it-yourself tax preparation software, said Friday that it has temporarily stopped processing state tax returns because of an increase in fraudulent filings.
What's On Your Tax Return?
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.
5 Tips For Doing Your Own Taxes
Save money — and maximize your refund — with these tips for doing your taxes all on you own.
Best E-Filing Programs For Tax Returns
Forget the stress of tax season by using one of these e-filing programs.
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Former California corrections officer accused of smuggling cellphones into facility
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Federal agencies detail impacts of shutdown with deadline fast approaching
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House Republicans outline basis for Biden impeachment inquiry in first hearing
Top Republicans outlined their view of the factual and legal basis for an impeachment inquiry into President Biden in a 30-page memo.
Trump criticizes Biden, Democrats, automakers over electric vehicles
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After pharmacists walk out, CVS vows to improve working conditions
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New California law aims to protect doctors who mail abortion pills to other states
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A convicted fraudster was put in charge of California parolees, then he fraudulently used their identities in a $1 million COVID benefit scheme
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The Walk To End Alzheimer's in Sacramento kicks off Saturday morning. Its goal is to raise money to fight Alzheimer's and dementia.
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