The fastest way to get your tax refund
Some 40 million Americans will get a check from the IRS this year -- will you be among those who get one in 10 days?
Some 40 million Americans will get a check from the IRS this year -- will you be among those who get one in 10 days?
H&R Block President and CEO Bill Cobb tells CBSN about the changes to the 2015 tax filings and how to prepare.
Preparing and filing a tax return on your own is getting increasingly difficult, and that could cost you thousands
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins CBSN with helpful tips to remember in order to maximize your savings on your taxes, including gifting and itemized deductions.
More than 32 million Americans already started their holiday shopping, and over half of the season’s shoppers don’t plan to use a budget. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins “CBS This Mornings” to discuss how to find ways to save this holiday season and get your finances organized for the end of the year.
From the archives, a story about the Martinsburg Monster, a "frighteningly efficient" super-computer that contained tax records of all Americans.
Thieves have stolen tax information from more than 100,000 taxpayers, according to the IRS. CBSN's Jeff Glor explains that the thieves were using an online service provided by the government's tax collection agency to steal data.
Congress will hold a hearing Wednesday to discuss con artists posing as IRS agents. Last month, "CBS This Morning" shared the story of one North Carolina man who fell victim to the hoax. He claims he lost $16,000 in one day. Chip Reid reports on Sen. Susan Collins who wants to know why more isn't being done to stop the scam.
Tax Day is quickly approaching and CBSNews Business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins CBSN with some last-minute tips that may protect your finances.
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger has some advice if you haven't filed your taxes yet
The former Treasury Secretary tells CBS News' Jan Crawford that the tax system is filled with preferences for certain groups of people that make no sense. He also discusses how the country needs a system that helps raise the revenue while still creating jobs.
As tax-filing season draws to a close, the agency has managed to do a lot more with a lot less, but things could get a lot worse
At this point you probably need more time to do a thorough job of preparing your return, so here's the solution
Every year about a quarter of Americans wait until the bitter end to do their taxes. There are some overlooked resources that can help you out. Jill Schlesinger reports.
Don't let the various tax forms confuse you -- here's a guide to the most common tax returns you'll use when filing taxes
The filing deadline is around the corner, but if you haven't filed yet - don't worry! CBS contributor Ray Martin explains why filing an extension is your best bet.
These states have the highest property taxes in the country
Getting a big check from the IRS is exciting, but it might not be the best for your long-term financial health
Whether you are filling out a simple tax return or have a more complex situation -- check out these tips for first-time filers
From filing an extension to what to do if you can't pay it in full, read your 2015 tax bill checklist
These six red flags that can trigger questions from the IRS, or even a full-blown tax audit
"Abysmal" service: The agency's commissioner says 6 out of 10 calls aren't getting through
Collecting rental income has obvious advantages, but it also comes with some tax headaches you may not know about
April 15 is rapidly approaching, and you know you have to file a tax return, but does your teen have to?
Gaining an extra six months may be helpful, but there are also a few pitfalls to watch out for
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Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
The agreement would increase the threshold that allowed a single member to trigger a no-confidence vote to remove the speaker.
The Republican-backed bill applies to Ohio public K-12 schools and institutions of higher education.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
Concerns about 23andMe's business prospects is raising questions about the genetic testing company's customer data.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
Concerns about 23andMe's business prospects is raising questions about the genetic testing company's customer data.
KFC takes smaller competitor to court over wording rather than ingredients in touting its chicken.
One couple took out a loan to cover the out-of-network costs of an abortion and drove eight hours to a hospital in the neighboring state.
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
The agreement would increase the threshold that allowed a single member to trigger a no-confidence vote to remove the speaker.
The Republican-backed bill applies to Ohio public K-12 schools and institutions of higher education.
Sen. Bob Casey is locked in a tight race with Dave McCormick in Pennsylvania. There will be an automatic recount of the votes, state officials say.
President Biden met Wednesday with the families of American hostages held in Gaza.
House Speaker Mike Johnson said Matt Gaetz, whose selection as attorney general prompted backlash, resigned from Congress.
Overdose deaths have slowed 18% since a peak last year, the CDC estimates.
Illnesses linked to slivered onions on McDonald's Quarter Pounder burgers expand to 14 states, federal officials say.
Concerns about 23andMe's business prospects is raising questions about the genetic testing company's customer data.
Nearly 4 in 10 seniors have gotten vaccinated for COVID so far this year.
Why do we cry? There's actually some good reasons for it — and an explanation for why shedding some tears can make us feel better.
President Biden met Wednesday with the families of American hostages held in Gaza.
Spanish police arrested Oscar Sanchez Gil along with 15 other people as part of a probe into the country's largest-ever cocaine bust.
The last day of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season is Nov. 30, but as we near that finishing line, the Caribbean has other thoughts in mind.
U.S. Army Air Forces Pvt. 1st Class Bernard J. Calvi, 23, died in a prisoner of war camp in the Philippines during World War II.
"The Russian captain's legs were blown off and he died of blood loss," a Ukrainian security official told the AFP news agency about the assassination.
Patrick Mahomes called the break-in "frustrating" and "disappointing," and said the investigation is ongoing.
The "Queen of Hallmark Christmas" Lacey Chabert joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss her new holiday film "Hot Frosty" and "The Christmas Quest," which is her 15th Hallmark Christmas film.
Cruising through Los Angeles in an open-top sports car epitomizes the California dream. That's why LA naturally became home to one of the world's finest car collections, the Petersen Automotive Museum, now marking its 30th anniversary. For car enthusiast Jay Leno, it's a beloved destination.
After his ALS diagnosis, Zac Brown Band's John Driskell Hopkins plans to donate $3 million to fund research through his "Hop On A Cure" foundation and released a new single titled "Each Other."
Vanity Fair's Hollywood issue celebrates nearly 30 years of spotlighting actors shaping the industry. This year's cover stars include veteran icons like Nicole Kidman and Zoe Saldana, and recent breakout stars like Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney among the 12 honorees. Editor-in-chief Radhika Jones has more.
The Guardian says benefits of being on Elon Musk's social media platform X are outweighed by its "often disturbing content."
Amazon rolls out a new shopping service, dubbed Amazon Haul, that sells items for $20 or less.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
When climate disasters hit, important memories stored in photos and other artifacts can be lost forever. Dave Malkoff takes a look at how technology is being used to help preserve those memories.
As votes were tallied and it became clear that Trump was on his way to victory, the deluge of posts questioning the integrity of the election fell to a trickle.
Seal-shaped boards decked with bright horizontal lights were less likely to be attacked by great white sharks, researchers found.
Oil and natural gas companies will have to pay a federal fee if they emit methane above certain levels under a rule being finalized by the Biden administration that incoming Trump officials are likely to reverse.
1970s-era U.S. spy satellite imagery has led archeologists to what they believe is the site of a seventh-century battle that was decisive in the spread of Islam in the region.
President-elect Donald Trump announced on Monday that he would nominate former Republican Rep. Lee Zeldin of New York to lead the Environmental Protection Agency. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter joins to discuss the move.
Multiple wildfires are burning across the Northeastern U.S. and crews say they are making some headway as they battle a massive wildfire in Southern California. Tom Hanson and Tina Patel have the latest.
The FBI is reportedly investigating burglaries at the homes of Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. The string of burglaries happened early last month while neither of them were home. At least $20,000 in cash was taken from Kelce's home. Neither one has addressed the burglaries publicly.
Germán Reyes was arrested on charges of homicide for the killing of Alejandro Arcos just a week after he took office as mayor, officials said.
A judge denied bail for Kouri Richins a second time on Tuesday, ordering the Utah mom to remain in jail until she goes on trial for allegedly fatally poisoning her husband in 2022.
A judge on Tuesday sentenced former Massachusetts Air National Guard member Jack Teixeira to 15 years in prison for leaking classified Pentagon documents on social media. The 22-year-old pleaded guilty to six counts of violating the Espionage Act in March. CBS News Justice Department reporter Robert Legare has more.
Officials who responded to a burning body found a dog nearby. The animal refused to leave the scene.
Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
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.
President-elect Donald Trump vowed to cut U.S. energy prices by 50% within one year of taking office. He is also expected to loosen regulations on oil and natural gas companies. Patrick De Haan, the head of petroleum analysis for GasBuddy.com, a website that tracks fuel prices, joins CBS News to discuss.
President-elect Donald Trump picked Fox News host Pete Hegseth for the Secretary of Defense position. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd discusses what is expected of the role and if Hegseth is up for the challenge.
Democratic leaders are divided over what to blame for their 2024 election losses. Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton of Massachusetts joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the party's messaging and focus.
The trial over Idaho's near-total abortion ban continued in Boise on Wednesday. The four women involved in the case are asking a judge to clarify and expand exceptions to women who need medical abortions in order to save their lives. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes has the latest.
The Labor Department data released Wednesday showed that inflation ticked back up in October, which is what economists were expecting. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on what it means for consumers.