Los Angeles accuses H&R Block and TurboTax of defrauding taxpayers
Lawsuit claims the tax-prep providers steered consumers away from services that lets people file returns for free
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Gold Star widow shocked by new tax bill
Theresa Jones said her family has been able to stay afloat because of the benefits they receive
Your old tax returns could be on sale for $1.04
Identity theft has never been this cheap — you can buy anything from old tax returns to bank accounts on the dark web
60 of America's biggest companies paid no federal income tax in 2018
New analysis finds dozens of corporations, including Amazon and Netflix, paid no taxes despite billions in profits
The debate over legalizing sports betting
With more states legalizing gambling on sports, bookmakers, leagues and state tax revenues are winning big. But will players -- particularly unpaid college players -- be targets for bribery? Jon Wertheim reports.
Changes this tax season
For most Americans, taxes are supposed to be filed by April 15th. This year there are new tax laws that may impact many taxpayers, especially if you're an investor. Daniel Geltrude, a certified public accountant and author of the book "Positive Financial Karma," joined CBSN to talk about some of the new tax laws.
Homeowners feel the pain of the new tax law
Middle-class property owners in high-tax states say they owe more federal taxes than they expected under the new tax law.
Billions in tax refunds were never claimed
Every year, millions of Americans don't file a tax return — but they could be due to get money back from the government. Here's why.
How small businesses can prep for tax season
With only a few weeks left this tax season, small businesses must learn how to navigate the Trump administration's newly enacted tax laws. Tax attorney and CPA Selva Ozelli joined CBSN with more insight into how small businesses can better understand how those changes impact them.
Getting the best out of this tax season
Tax season is upon us and if you're looking for the best ways to spend your refund, pay back the IRS, or what to do if you're audited we have some tips. Certified public accountant and author of the book "Positive Financial Karma," Daniel Geltrude, joined CBSN to talk about how to get the best out of this tax season.
Taxpayer group urges extending filing deadline to May 15
National Taxpayers Union calls for extending April 15 deadline, though individuals can get an extension fairly easily
Beware of these common tax scams
The IRS is warning taxpayers about the top 12 tax scams it calls the "dirty dozen." The agency is announcing one fraud each day. The IRS is revealing its latest scam on the list: dishonest tax preparers. It previously announced identity theft, phone scams, and phishing scams. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" with what you need to know this tax season.
Some tax preparers promise fat refunds, then fleece consumers
Illinois prosecutors say tax-prep firms lured people with cruise offers, but overcharged and made mistakes
2019 tax returns: How to file your taxes for free
Depending on your income, age and profession, you may be able to tap free services to file your 2019 tax returns
When can you expect your tax refund?
Four weeks into tax season, the IRS is out with new data on this year’s tax filings. The average refund so far is $2,640. That's down more than $500 from this time last year. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss when you can expect your tax refund.
The surprise winners in this year's tax season
Taxpayers who qualify for the "pass-through deduction" are getting a big break under the new tax law
Why your tax refund might be smaller this year
The average tax refund is 16 percent lower than last year. Here's what tax pros say about the discrepancy.
The average tax refund is down more than $500 this year
Refunds are 16 percent lower over the first three weeks of tax season compared with 2018, the latest IRS data show
Warren Buffett: Wealthy are "undertaxed" compared with rest of U.S.
Billionaire says the rich should pay more taxes to fix growing income inequality -- "I'm fine with it," he told CNBC
One winner from tax overhaul: America's banks
Profits at U.S. financial institutions soared 44 percent to record highs last year, largely due to changes in tax law
Family shocked by tax bill
Jennifer and Dan Yuen rely on their tax refund to help pay down debt. But this year they were shocked to find out they actually owe $5,000. Anna Werner explains.
How to tell if you're winning or losing under new tax law
Sure, a smaller IRS refund check can be depressing, but it doesn't always mean you're getting stiffed
Navigating a messy tax season
Tax expert Dan Geltrude explains the delays in tax returns being processed, the possible changes in your tax refund, and how to navigate this messy tax filing season.
Colorado woman's $8,000 tax bill leaves her in tears
Last year, one Colorado family of four's tax refund topped $3,600. This year, they owed in the thousands.
Claim these tax deductions -- even if you can't itemize
Also known as "above the line deductions," these special provisions can be big money-savers
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Nestlé launching new chocolate that ditches refined sugar
Swiss food maker says it's developed a way to make chocolate that relies on its natural sweetness
Space industry rocketing toward $1 trillion
Private investment in a range of space-related businesses is soaring, and it's not just for billionaire joy rides
Best deals on day 2 of Amazon Prime Day
Hottest Prime Day deals include sales on video subscriptions, Amazon and Apple devices, the Instant Pot and more
Amazon offers Prime Day shoppers $10 to track their data
The bonus is for consumers who sign up for the shopping tool Amazon Assistant, but the service tracks your browsing
Trump will look at investor charge that Google is "treasonous"
The president's comments come as tech giant prepares to defend its size and search practices before Congress
Glitches frustrate some shoppers on Amazon Prime Day
Some shoppers said they couldn't add products to their carts, a second straight year the sale has suffered tech issues
Retail graveyard: More than 7,000 U.S. stores have closed this year
Last year's retail carnage was bad, but this year's is worse as shops coast to coast go dark at an accelerated pace
$5 billion fine reported for Facebook data-privacy violations
Facebook had allowed Trump vendor Cambridge Analytica to collect data from millions of users without their knowledge
Why Walmart, eBay and others are banking on Amazon Prime Day
Rivals to Amazon are hitching their sales to the two-day Prime Day event -- and there's evidence it may pay off
A gas company took over their land. Then this family fought back.
West Virginia homeowners had no idea how far companies would go to get at the lucrative natural gas beneath the surface
Amazon Prime Day comes with protests over working conditions
Retailer's annual summer sale brings slew of demonstrations on issues that include work conditions and climate change
Beware these scams on Amazon Prime Day
The two-day shopping event is likely to bring out scammers in search of your dollars and data
Amazon Prime Day: Don't make these 4 mistakes
Amazon plans on offering 1 million deals to its Prime members starting Monday, but not everything will be a bargain
China's economic growth slides to lowest level in 26 years
Although the country's economy is still growing fast, a trade war with the U.S. is taking a toll
Juul CEO to parents of kids who vape: "I'm sorry"
CEO says e-cigarettes aren't intended for young people, but researchers say its marketing targets teens
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Nestlé launching new chocolate that ditches refined sugar
Swiss food maker says it's developed a way to make chocolate that relies on its natural sweetness
Former Gov. Mark Sanford considers 2020 challenge to Trump
A spokeswoman for Sanford confirmed that he is "actively considering" a bid and has set no timetable on when he might make a final announcement
What makes Trump's tweets racist? A historian explains
"His idea suggests that somehow people of color are not American, and that's deeply racist"
Stars share stories of racism after Trump tweets
Padma Lakshmi said the president's words echo "a threat I get from unhinged people" on social media
Puerto Rico governor defies calls to resign despite protests
The White House on Tuesday said the political crisis vindicated President Trump's repeated accusations that the Puerto Rican government is corrupt
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Former Gov. Mark Sanford considers 2020 challenge to Trump
A spokeswoman for Sanford confirmed that he is "actively considering" a bid and has set no timetable on when he might make a final announcement
What makes Trump's tweets racist? A historian explains
"His idea suggests that somehow people of color are not American, and that's deeply racist"
Stars share stories of racism after Trump tweets
Padma Lakshmi said the president's words echo "a threat I get from unhinged people" on social media
Puerto Rico governor defies calls to resign despite protests
The White House on Tuesday said the political crisis vindicated President Trump's repeated accusations that the Puerto Rican government is corrupt
Conservative Democrat, young gay politician fight for open House seat
Ruben Díaz Sr. has a history of making homophobic remarks, and has clashed with others on the New York City Council
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Oil tanker missing as Iran vows "response" to U.K. seizure of its ship
United Arab Emirates-based tanker was drifting toward Iranian waters before it stopped transmitting location data
AIDS deaths fall by one-third since 2010, U.N. reports
The data comes from a new report commissioned by UNAIDS, a joint United Nations program
Grim details emerge as man confesses to rape, murder of U.S. scientist
Police say suspect "motivated by sexual satisfaction" and frustrated with his own life admitted to running Suzanne Eaton down with his car and then dumping her body in a cave
Forest fire forces evacuation of thousands from island beach party
Croatia's Pag island and its Zrce beach are popular with young tourists, some 10,000 of whom have been forced to pack it in early this year
North Korea warns it could resume missile and nuclear tests
Frustrated by slow diplomacy and looming U.S.-South Korean war games, Pyongyang says motivation to abstain from tests is "gradually disappearing"
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Austin Butler to play Elvis Presley in forthcoming biopic
Butler was one of five actors being considered for the iconic role
"Game of Thrones" slashes its way to historic 32 Emmy nods
HBO's "Game of Thrones" has slashed its way to a record-setting 32 Emmy nominations
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Netflix deletes suicide scene from "13 Reasons Why"
The show came under fire for its depiction of teen suicide
Meek Mill on efforts to make the criminal justice system a "fair game"
Mill, who's still on probation after a 2008 conviction, decried the "loop" that keeps offenders in the system
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Amazon offers Prime Day shoppers $10 to track their data
The bonus is for consumers who sign up for the shopping tool Amazon Assistant, but the service tracks your browsing
Trump will look at investor charge that Google is "treasonous"
The president's comments come as tech giant prepares to defend its size and search practices before Congress
Glitches frustrate some shoppers on Amazon Prime Day
Some shoppers said they couldn't add products to their carts, a second straight year the sale has suffered tech issues
Space industry rocketing toward $1 trillion
Private investment in a range of space-related businesses is soaring, and it's not just for billionaire joy rides
Jeff Bezos looks to reduce the "price of admission" to space
Norah O'Donnell interviewed Bezos ahead of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission
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Meet the women behind NASA's historic moon landing
Poppy Northcutt, Joann Morgan and Margaret Hamilton were critical to the success of the Apollo 11 mission
How much did it cost to land on the moon?
The United States spent some $288 billion, in inflation-adjusted dollars, to reach the moon
SpaceX identifies cause of Crew Dragon explosion
The company has been searching for the cause of a catastrophic explosion that destroyed an unmanned Crew Dragon spacecraft in April
The path to Apollo 11: A timeline of the space race
A timeline of major events in the decade-long race to land astronauts on the moon
Nature up close: The return of the bald eagle
Videographer Carl Mrozek on the recovery that America's national symbol has accomplished in the wild, thanks to the Endangered Species Act
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Nestlé launching new chocolate that ditches refined sugar
Swiss food maker says it's developed a way to make chocolate that relies on its natural sweetness
Scientists close in on blood test for Alzheimer's
An Alzheimer's blood test "doesn't have to be perfect" to be useful for screening, one expert explained
Netflix deletes suicide scene from "13 Reasons Why"
The show came under fire for its depiction of teen suicide
AIDS deaths fall by one-third since 2010, U.N. reports
The data comes from a new report commissioned by UNAIDS, a joint United Nations program
"Good news" for those with genetic risk for Alzheimer's
Regardless of how much genetic risk someone has, a good diet, adequate exercise, limiting alcohol and not smoking made dementia less likely
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Nestlé launching new chocolate that ditches refined sugar
Swiss food maker says it's developed a way to make chocolate that relies on its natural sweetness
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Hottest Prime Day deals include sales on video subscriptions, Amazon and Apple devices, the Instant Pot and more
Amazon offers Prime Day shoppers $10 to track their data
The bonus is for consumers who sign up for the shopping tool Amazon Assistant, but the service tracks your browsing
Trump will look at investor charge that Google is "treasonous"
The president's comments come as tech giant prepares to defend its size and search practices before Congress
Glitches frustrate some shoppers on Amazon Prime Day
Some shoppers said they couldn't add products to their carts, a second straight year the sale has suffered tech issues
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Jeffrey Epstein accuser speaks out
At a news conference with her lawyers, a woman named Courtney Wild spoke out about allegations that disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein sexually abused her as a teen. "No matter who you are or how much money you have, you do not have the right to abuse anyone," she said.
NYC cop won't be charged by feds in Eric Garner's chokehold death
Federal investigators had faced a mid-July deadline to decide whether to charge Daniel Pantaleo with civil rights violations
Grim details emerge as man confesses to rape, murder of U.S. scientist
Police say suspect "motivated by sexual satisfaction" and frustrated with his own life admitted to running Suzanne Eaton down with his car and then dumping her body in a cave
Major neo-Nazi website may be ordered to pay Montana woman $14M
Tanya Gersh sued The Daily Stormer saying it spurred major anti-Semitic online offensive, a "troll storm" against her
Missing California mother who disappeared at campsite found
Sheryl Powell, 60, had been missing since Friday
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50 Years Later: Apollo 11 on the "CBS This Morning" podcast
The podcast will travel back in time in the coming days to reflect on the historic launch and landing
Astronauts reflect on "inspirational" Apollo mission 50 years later
"They took on a challenge that was so huge, that they knew would alter the course of history"
How much did it cost to land on the moon?
The United States spent some $288 billion, in inflation-adjusted dollars, to reach the moon
"Apollo on steroids": NASA's mission to get back to the moon
The goal is to return to the lunar surface by 2024, but congressional budget approval remains a big if
Watch: Apollo 11 launch on CBS 50 years ago today
50 years ago, CBS News anchor Walter Cronkite brought the frontier of outer space to televisions across America
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Manson Family murders: The terrifying story in pictures
A look at the cult slayings that shocked – and scared – America
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Evidence photos from the police shooting of Danroy "DJ" Henry Jr.
Evidence from the scene of Pace University student DJ Henry’s fatal encounter with Officer Aaron Hess in Mount Pleasant, N.Y.
Apollo 11 50th anniversary: 50 photos from the moon
50 photos to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing
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Bezos on the importance of space travel
As the founder of Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos is invested in the future of space travel. But he assured "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell, his interest in space is more than a hobby.
Bezos on astronaut John Glenn
In an interview with "CBS Evening News" anchor Norah O'Donnell, Jeff Bezos talked about his relationship with astronaut John Glenn. He said Glenn wrote him a letter before he died, sharing his vision for the future of space travel.
Trump continues to defend racist tweet
President Trump continued to defend his tweet that congresswomen of color should "go back" to where they came from. On Tuesday, he said the Democratic congresswomen have said "horrible" things about Israel and the United States. Watch his remarks.
Cop in 'I can't breathe' death won't be charged
Federal prosecutors said Tuesday that they won't bring criminal charges against a white New York City police officer in the 2014 chokehold death of Eric Garner, a black man whose dying words - "I can't breathe" - became a rallying cry as the nation confronted a long history of police brutality.
Retired astronaut Peggy Whitson talks Apollo 11
On the 50th anniversary of the historic Apollo 11 launch, retired NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson joined CBSN from the Kennedy Space Center to talk about the moon landing's legacy.