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The average tax refund is shrinking this year, while more taxpayers owe money to the IRS.
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The average tax refund is shrinking this year, while more taxpayers owe money to the IRS.
In some cities, the milestone income falls way short of a six-figure lifestyle, a SmartAsset analysis shows.
What happens if you don't pay your taxes correctly or on time? David Ragland, certified financial planner and CEO of IRC Wealth, joins CBS News' Errol Barnett and Lana Zak with his insight.
Some households could get a typical refund of almost $1,000 by filing their tax returns for 2019, tax collector says.
The tax deadline is just one week away. Richard Rubin, U.S. tax policy reporter from The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to discuss last-minute tips, how the IRS notifies filers of any issues and the status of the IRS' backlog.
By one estimate, roughly 70% of Americans worry about tax refunds this year, mainly because of expiring pandemic relief programs.
Differences in local tax rates across the U.S. can add up for those who live in certain states.
Over half of tax filers expect to receive refunds. Here's how to use that money to offset rising costs of everyday items.
The richest Americans often use trusts and other legal tax dodges to pass their wealth to their heirs tax-free, lawmakers say.
Everything you need to know about TurboTax before the 2023 tax deadline.
Some small business owners could be in for a shock this tax season. Rebecca Walser, a tax attorney and president of Walser Wealth Management, joins CBS News's Elaine Quijano and Jericka Duncan with more.
Early IRS data provides a peek at what to expect for the millions of Americans who have yet to file their taxes.
Here's everything you need to know about filing your federal income taxes in 2023.
Americans are filing their taxes earlier this year. Here's what to know about the IRS' turnaround time on your refund.
The answer depends on what type of an employee you were last year, according to Julia Glum, a news editor at Money.
The Internal Revenue Service says it will not be collecting federal taxes against payments issued in several states last year to offset inflation. But, certain requirements are being imposed in some states. Rebecca Walser, president of Walser Wealth Management, joins CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Lana Zak to answer questions about the tax confusion.
Nation's tax collector says it has improved telephone service from last year, when just 1 in 10 calls were answered.
Although IRS critics raise concerns about onerous enforcement, high-income earners have little to fear, group finds.
The Democratic-controlled House Ways and Means Committee released six years of former President Donald Trump's tax returns, ending Trump's years-long legal battle to keep them secret. Meanwhile, the Jan. 6 committee has released another round of witness transcripts. Scott MacFarlane reports.
The thousands of pages of documents released by congressional Democrats paint a more detailed picture of former president Donald Trump's finances over a six-year period, including his time in the Oval Office. Steven Rosenthal, a senior fellow at the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center, joins CBS News to break down what the documents tell us.
The House Ways and Means Committee has released six years of tax returns from former President Donald Trump. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson spoke with Lana Zak about the potential legal ramifications for Trump, this family and his businesses based on the newly public information.
After a long legal fight, a House panel investigating the former president on Friday released new details of his tax returns.
Most online sellers will be spared from tracking and reporting side-hustle income on their taxes for at least another year.
Max out contributions to your 401k, prune investments and make sure you've paid enough to reduce headaches in April.
Under new IRS rule, anyone who earned more than $600 this year by selling things online or doing gig work could face tax hit.
The charges would be the first to arise from special counsel Jack Smith's investigations of the former president.
Here's a look at the events that have transpired over the course of the government's attempts to get back the documents, culminating in Trump's indictment.
Van der Sloot is not charged with killing Holloway, but faces charges in Alabama over his alleged attempt to extort money from her family.
Susan Lorincz told detectives that she called Ajike Owens' children by racist slurs in the months leading up to the fatal shooting, according to an arrest report.
Forecasts suggest hazy skies and reduced air quality will persist across the Northeast and into the Midwest for at least a few more days.
Ukraine's president says "life is broken" for thousands of people around Kherson after what his country calls a "heinous" Russian war crime.
Casey White told those gathered in the Alabama courtroom that he felt like "the most hated man in the world."
FBI agents have arrested a Texas businessman at the center of the scandal that led to the historic impeachment of state Attorney General Ken Paxton.
The passenger in the vehicle was wanted in a shooting nearby, police said.
The comments ranged from "homophobic and transphobic slurs to sexually explicit and graphic images," the office said.
Ten Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
Van der Sloot is not charged with killing Holloway, but faces charges in Alabama over his alleged attempt to extort money from her family.
Since the coronavirus pandemic, many facilities across the country have closed or faced challenges in rehiring workers.
FBI agents have arrested a Texas businessman at the center of the scandal that led to the historic impeachment of state Attorney General Ken Paxton.
The comments ranged from "homophobic and transphobic slurs to sexually explicit and graphic images," the office said.
The new accessible airline seat is proof of "what real leadership looks like," disability activists say.
Australia's national airline has been known for its strict style rules but appears to be lightening up somewhat.
With tickets to U.S. shows soaring to absurd heights, some superfans are flying to Europe to catch their favorite acts.
Consumers lost $330 million to fraudulent texts last year, with individual victims reporting a median loss of $1,000.
Ten Republicans have announced their candidacies for president so far. And President Biden announced in April that he'd run for reelection.
FBI agents have arrested a Texas businessman at the center of the scandal that led to the historic impeachment of state Attorney General Ken Paxton.
New York would be following the lead of California, which became the first state to form a reparations task force in 2020.
A federal indictment could have more serious implications for former President Trump's 2024 presidential run than the indictment brought against him by a New York grand jury in March, CBS News Political Director Fin Gómez said Thursday.
The charges would be the first to arise from special counsel Jack Smith's investigations into former President Donald Trump.
A high-end device can cost over $1,000, but there are only a few features you really need, experts say.
A warning for parents as we approach summer: A new report finds hundreds of children die each year from drowning. Here's how to keep them safe.
Air pollution takes an $800 billion annual toll on the U.S. economy. Wildfires — worsened by climate change — are making it worse.
Millions of Americans are under air quality alerts as Canada's wildfires continue to burn. CBS News medical contributor and editor-at-large for Public Health at KFF, Dr. Celine Gounder, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the health risks wildfire smoke poses and offers advice on how to protect yourself.
One cardiovascular specialist cautions that breathing the air laden with smoke from the Quebec and Nova Scotia wildfires is "probably worse than smoking a cigarette" in some places.
Ukraine's president says "life is broken" for thousands of people around Kherson after what his country calls a "heinous" Russian war crime.
Young Swedish activist Greta Thunberg says a major landmark in her life means she'll "no longer be able to school strike for the climate."
The new accessible airline seat is proof of "what real leadership looks like," disability activists say.
Australia's national airline has been known for its strict style rules but appears to be lightening up somewhat.
Cuba may allow China to establish a facility on its territory capable of conducting electronic surveillance on the United States, CBS News has confirmed.
Celisse Henderson has quickly become one of the most sought-after guitarists in the industry, joining artists like Joni Mitchell, Brandi Carlile and Mumford & Sons on stage. Celisse tells CBS News' Anthony Mason about giving up her budding acting career to teach herself the electric guitar nine years ago.
With tickets to U.S. shows soaring to absurd heights, some superfans are flying to Europe to catch their favorite acts.
In an interview with British GQ, the "Breaking Bad" star said he planned to take a break from acting in 2026, and maybe move to France with his wife Robin.
"I'm now taking a year off, and that is a result of how difficult this show was," Holland said.
Comedian Fortune Feimster joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new series "Fubar" and acting alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger.
More than 8.3 million homes and businesses nationwide don't have access to high-speed broadband service, according to the Federal Communications Commission.
For our "Changing the Game" series, we are highlighting Leanne Pittsford, the CEO and founder of Lesbians Who Tech & Allies. She joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss creating a tech company to help promote visibility and inclusion for LGBTQ+ people.
The SEC is suing crypto trading platform Coinbase, saying it is operating illegally as it failed to register as an exchange. It's the latest move in a crackdown against crypto companies. Jon-Jorge Aras, a partner at Warren Law Group and head of the firm's securities litigation, has more.
Some big tech companies are rolling back policies put in place to curb misinformation around the 2020 election, spurring concerns voters may find it difficult to decipher what information is real and what's fake in the 2024 presidential election cycle. CBS News election law contributor David Becker has more.
A new study claims that artificial intelligence is more accurate at predicting a patient's cancer risk than traditional methods. Janet Shamlian takes a look at how the emerging technology could help breast cancer diagnoses.
Young Swedish activist Greta Thunberg says a major landmark in her life means she'll "no longer be able to school strike for the climate."
Millions of Americans spent a second day Thursday under a veil of smoke from wildfires burning in Canada. The smoke was so thick in New York City Wednesday the air quality blew well past what is considered hazardous. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini reports from Arlington, Virginia, where the air is now sweeping through.
The East Coast has been engulfed with smoke over the past few days, all stemming from a string of wildfires from Canada. White House national climate adviser Ali Zaidi joins "America Decides" to discuss how the Biden administration is mitigating the poor air quality conditions.
New research is looking into why it's been so long since "the big one" has hit along the southern San Andrea Fault Line and how a nearby body of water may influence earthquakes. Ryley Hill, who led the study, joins CBS News' Lana Zak and Errol Barnett with more.
DNA analysis determined that the crocodile's nonviable fetus was 99.9% genetically identical to its mother.
Van der Sloot is not charged with killing Holloway, but faces charges in Alabama over his alleged attempt to extort money from her family.
Casey White told those gathered in the Alabama courtroom that he felt like "the most hated man in the world."
Donald Santini had been on the run since 1984, when Florida authorities linked him to the strangling death of Cynthia Wood.
Susan Lorincz told detectives that she called Ajike Owens' children by racist slurs in the months leading up to the fatal shooting, according to an arrest report.
The passenger in the vehicle was wanted in a shooting nearby, police said.
NASA managers say SpaceX Super Heavy/Starship rocket and lunar lander testing may push Artemis crew landing to 2026.
The Parker Solar Probe answered decades of questions about so-called "solar storms," which create "beautiful auroras on Earth" but also "wreak havoc with satellites and the electrical grid."
The Dragon carries needed crew supplies and equipment, along with two roll-out solar array blankets.
One of the new images, part of an "astronomical treasure trove" reveal asteroid tails shooting across the far-off galaxy.
In a first of its kind event, the European Space Agency on Friday livestreamed images of Mars in what it called an opportunity "to get as close as it's currently possible" to the Red Planet.
See the details of the bizarre case.
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
Former President Donald Trump said Thursday that he was indicted in connection with a federal investigation into his handling of sensitive government documents after he left the White House, a historic move that is likely to roil the ongoing 2024 presidential race. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Religious broadcaster Pat Robertson, who hosted "The 700 Club," founded the political advocacy group Christian Coalition, and ran for the 1988 Republican presidential nomination, died June 8, 2023 at the age of 93. In this "Sunday Morning" profile that aired April 9, 2006, correspondent Rita Braver talked with Robertson about the creation of the Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN), and his sometimes-controversial statements about faith and politics.
Celisse Henderson has quickly become one of the most sought-after guitarists in the industry, joining artists like Joni Mitchell, Brandi Carlile and Mumford & Sons on stage. Celisse tells CBS News' Anthony Mason about giving up her budding acting career to teach herself the electric guitar nine years ago.
Former President Donald Trump announced his indictment in a federal probe into his handling of classified documents. CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the impacts.
One company is working to make navigating through airports just a little bit easier. Secure identity platform Clear has expanded to include a new program allowing travelers to reserve a timeslot at TSA checkpoints to skip long lines for free. Andrea Sachs, travel reporter for the Washington Post, has more.