A partial government shutdown looms as the Senate remains divided over spending bills. But how would a shutdown affect Illinois tax refunds?

This tax season, many people could be hearing oversimplified versions of some complicated tax changes on 2025 tax returns.

Looking to start filing taxes? Here's how to track your refund status as tax season kicks off.

On Tuesday, the top Chicago leader spoke more about his push. The union activist turned mayor says it’s the right moment for Illinois to tax millionaires more and create a tax on digital advertising.

Parents may have noticed a new "Trump Account" option while filing their taxes. Here's what that means and how families can qualify.

Democrats control all levers of government in Illinois. We have been grappling with the same problems for decades with no ...

The University of Illinois Springfield is offering free tax preparation services through the IRS's VITA program. Here's how to make an appointment.

A Cook County Circuit Judge in Illinois rules that Cook County misdirected $243 million in transportation revenues in 2023 that should have gone to transportation infrastructure needs.

Through the VITA program, trained and IRS-certified volunteers assist with preparing and filing federal and state income tax ...

Cook County’s delayed property tax bills are straining school districts with nearly $122 million in unexpected, unneeded costs.

Trump filed a lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Treasury Department on Thursday, accusing the ...

When it comes to tax season, it’s always an annual reminder that where you live does determine how much of your paycheck actually stays in your pocket. While federal taxes apply equally across state ...