How to claim child credit money on your taxes this year
Although the enhanced payments ended in December, families who didn't get their money last year can still claim it.
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Parents encouraged to claim Child Tax Credit
The Biden administration is encouraging parents to file their taxes in order to receive the second half of the Child Tax Credit, which was part of the American Rescue Plan earlier in the pandemic. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports, and then CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins "Red and Blue" anchor Weijia Jiang with more details.
File a tax return to get the rest of the Child Tax Credit, officials say
Families who received monthly payments in the second half of last year can still get up to $1,800 for children younger than 6 and $1,500 for children ages 6 to 17 as part of their refund.
IRS warns some CTC letters may have incorrect information
The issue could create tax refund delays for parents if they rely on faulty information to complete their tax returns.
What you need to know as tax season begins
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Families cope as child tax credit checks stop
American families who depended on the enhanced child tax credit for extra income will not receive payments in January. Stormy Johnson, a mother and student support specialist in West Virginia, joined CBSN to discuss how the lapse is affecting her community and her message to West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin, who opposes the enhanced credit's extension.
"There will be times I won't eat," mom says of losing tax break
Cash payments of up to $300 per child are ending as inflation and winter take a toll. Many parents are worried.
Tips for taxpayers this filing season
The Internal Revenue Service will begin accepting and processing 2021 federal tax returns on Monday, January 24. That comes as about 36 million families stop getting child tax credit payments. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi spoke with Jericka Duncan on CBSN to review tips for filing tax returns and getting any refund as efficiently as possible.
IRS warns of frustrating tax filing season ahead
Treasury officials warn filing taxes is going be a challenge this year due to the ongoing pandemic and a lack of resources at the Internal Revenue Service. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice joins Lilia Luciano on CBSN to discuss.
IRS is already facing a backlog ahead of tax filing season
Filing season opens January 24 and Treasury officials are urging taxpayers to get their tax returns in as early as possible.
Some Americans may see smaller tax refunds
Some Americans may see smaller-than-expected tax refunds in 2022 due to the Child Tax Credit. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi joins CBSN to explain what people need to know before filing their returns.
Claiming tax breaks before they're gone in 2022
Many American families could be eligible to claim tax breaks in 2022 but only if they take steps now. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi joins Elise Preston on CBSN to discuss what should people do to maximize those tax credits.
Child tax credit set to expire
Starting in January, millions of families across the country will no longer receive an expanded version of the Child Tax Credit. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford joins “CBS Mornings” to break down how this could impact families.
Impact of the child tax credit enhancement
The monthly enhanced child tax credit benefit is likely to be halted for January without an extension from Congress, according to the IRS. CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright joined CBSN to discuss the child tax credit's impact so far and what could happen next.
Manchin and Democrats talk spending agenda
West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin met virtually Tuesday with other Senate Democrats to talk about a way forward on the president's social and climate spending bill. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more.
Claim these 2021 tax breaks now, before they're gone
The tax code saw some major changes in 2021. Some tax breaks may not return in 2022, so make sure you don't lose out.
Manchin's stance on child tax credit likely to stall Build Back Better
Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia is resisting a one-year extension of the expanded child tax credit in President Biden's roughly $2 trillion social and climate spending package. The Democrat's stance on the provision is likely to delay passage of the bill until next year. Yeganeh Torbati, an economic policy investigative reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss Manchin's opposition.
Ending Child Tax Credit could push 10 million kids into poverty
As stimulus programs wind down, experts warn that slashing the Child Tax Credit could put many families "on the brink."
Monthly Child Tax Credit checks could stop
Wednesday could be the final monthly payment for parents getting help from the Biden administration's change to the Child Tax Credit. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about why the checks for the expanded credit could be at risk.
Child Tax Credit 2021: Here's when the sixth check will deposit
The December 15 payment could be the last and final monthly check unless lawmakers renew the benefit for 60 million kids.
Monthly child tax credit payments set to expire
The IRS has told some lawmakers the bill needs to pass by December 28 for payments to continue smoothly heading into January, according to Senate and House congressional aides.
Want a Child Tax Credit payment in 2021? There's still a chance
November 15 is the deadline to register for the monthly advanced payment of the expanded tax credit.
Latest Child Tax Credit payments sent out
Millions of parents should have more money in their bank accounts Monday. The government is shelling out around $15 billion to about 36 million families with the fifth payment from the Child Tax Credit. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Georgia suspect's grandmother visited school one day before shooting
The suspect's grandfather also told CBS News that the boy texted his mother on the morning of the shooting, "I'm sorry."
Multiple people shot along Kentucky highway; suspect at large, authorities say
Authorities said the suspect was at large in what it described as an active shooter situation.
Harris campaign hits Trump on Taliban deal after Afghanistan criticism
In a statement, the Harris campaign says Trump's Taliban deal "set a virtually impossible deadline" for the withdrawal of U.S. troops in Afghanistan.
DNC flies Trump banners at battleground state college football games
At the University of Michigan game against Texas, fans will be reminded of J.D. Vance's ties to its bitter rival, Ohio State University.
Family of U.S. citizen killed in the West Bank demands investigation
The family of Aysenur Eygi, a U.S. citizen who was shot and killed in the West Bank on Friday, is demanding an independent investigation into her death.
Aryna Sabalenka beats Jessica Pegula in two sets to win the U.S. Open
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Paul Goldsmith, Indianapolis 500 and NASCAR icon, dies at 98
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State trooper donates kidney, liver to strangers
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Oregon nurse's remains found after 3-day search, neighbor arrested
Bryce Johnathan Schubert, 27, a neighbor, was arrested for her alleged murder, Beaverton Police said.
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Georgia suspect's grandmother visited school one day before shooting
The suspect's grandfather also told CBS News that the boy texted his mother on the morning of the shooting, "I'm sorry."
Multiple people shot along Kentucky highway; suspect at large, authorities say
Authorities said the suspect was at large in what it described as an active shooter situation.
Aryna Sabalenka beats Jessica Pegula in two sets to win the U.S. Open
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Rutgers orders investigation of gymnastics program after abuse allegations
Rutgers University has ordered an investigation of its gymnastics program after its coach was accused of abuse.
Paul Goldsmith, Indianapolis 500 and NASCAR icon, dies at 98
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Stellantis recalls 1.2 million Ram trucks to fix software bug
The recall covers certain Ram pickup trucks from the 2019 and 2021 through 2024 model years, mostly in North America.
Apple juice sold by Aldi and Walmart recalled due to arsenic concerns
Nearly 134,000 cases of multiple brands of apple juice are now being recalled because of of potential contamination.
More than 90 business leaders endorse Kamala Harris for president
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Social Security offices forced to close because of unspecified tech problem
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Red Lobster to claw its way back from bankruptcy after judge approves sale
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Harris campaign hits Trump on Taliban deal after Afghanistan criticism
In a statement, the Harris campaign says Trump's Taliban deal "set a virtually impossible deadline" for the withdrawal of U.S. troops in Afghanistan.
DNC flies Trump banners at battleground state college football games
At the University of Michigan game against Texas, fans were reminded of Sen. J.D. Vance's ties to its bitter rival, Ohio State University.
Cornel West to appear on Virginia presidential ballot
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House GOP unveils bill to avert partial government shutdown
House Republicans released a bill to avoid a looming partial government shutdown at the end of September.
Truth behind Trump claims about U.S. troops deaths in Afghanistan
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State trooper donates kidney, liver to strangers
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The loophole that allows food companies to decide what's safe to eat
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Missouri patient contracts bird flu despite no known contact with animals
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Apple juice sold by Aldi and Walmart recalled due to arsenic concerns
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Boar's Head faces multiple lawsuits after deadly listeria outbreak
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Family of U.S. citizen killed in the West Bank demands investigation
The family of Aysenur Eygi, a U.S. citizen who was shot and killed in the West Bank on Friday, is demanding an independent investigation into her death.
Site for Queen Elizabeth II memorial revealed
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At least 4 dead after Typhoon Yagi makes landfall in Vietnam
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Man accused of planning mass shooting at NYC Jewish center, authorities say
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Sergio Mendes, Brazilian bossa nova legend, dies at 83
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Wild Rivers performs "What Kind of Song"
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Wild Rivers performs "Never Better"
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Sergio Mendes, Brazilian bossa nova legend, dies at 83
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Ticketmaster probed over Oasis tickets
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Boeing's Starliner returns to Earth without crew
Early Saturday morning, a chapter of the ongoing space saga involving two U.S. astronauts came to a close when Boeing's Starliner capsule returned to earth from the International Space Station, but with no one aboard. Mark Strassmann has the latest.
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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FBI reports record surge in online scams
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Judge suspends X platform in Brazil amid feud with Elon Musk
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Missouri patient contracts bird flu despite no known contact with animals
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Where plastic pollution ends up
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Warm September expected, NOAA predicts
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Researchers find evidence that large sharks may be hunting each other
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Georgia suspect texted mom on day of shooting
The grandfather of the 14-year-old suspect in the Apalachee High School shooting in northern Georgia told CBS News in a phone interview that the boy texted his mother on the morning of the shooting, "I'm sorry." Dave Malkoff has more.
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Oregon nurse's remains found after 3-day search, neighbor arrested
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Four killed in school shooting remembered
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Georgia shooting suspect, father in court
The 14-year-old suspect in the deadly shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, made his first court appearance Friday. His father, who was arrested on second-degree murder charges in connection with the shooting, also appeared in court in a separate hearing. Authorities allege that the suspect's father gave his son the firearm that was used in the massacre as a gift in December 2023. Jericka Duncan reports.
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Boeing Starliner departs ISS without crew
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft departed the International Space Station on Friday just after 6 p.m., starting a journey back to Earth without any crew on board. The ship is expected to drop out of orbit and plunge to a landing at White Sands, New Mexico, just after midnight Eastern Time.
After leaving its crew behind, Starliner makes safe return to Earth
The Starliner slammed into the discernible atmosphere 400,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean before descending to a parachute-and-airbag assisted touchdown.
Starliner returning to Earth with no crew
NASA has decided to fly Boeing's Starliner spacecraft back from the International Space Station without astronauts due to safety concerns. The spacecraft is expected to land in New Mexico just after midnight, weather permitting, marking another setback in the troubled multi-billion-dollar program.
Boeing Starliner preps for unpiloted return to Earth
Leaving its crew behind, the Starliner is expected to undock and head for landing in New Mexico to wrap up a disappointing test flight.
2 astronauts bumped from SpaceX flight to make room for Starliner crew
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Israeli protesters call for hostage deal
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Harris, Trump prepare for debate
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Georgia suspect texted mom on day of shooting
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