Accounting August 4, 2026
Nominations Open for Innovation Awards and 40 Under 40 Awards
Nominations are currently being accepted for CPA Practice Advisor's 40 Under 40, 20 Under 40, and Tax & Accounting Tech Innovation Awards.
Technology July 28, 2026
Commentary: Illinois Ordered an Audit of AI Developers – Who Will Do It?
Illinois' statute on artificial intelligence safety requires an audit and, in the same breath, describes a profession that does not exist.
Taxes July 27, 2026
Chattanooga Church Pushes Republican Candidates, Possibly Violating Tax Law
Despite longstanding tax law that prohibits political activity at the pulpit, a Chattanooga megachurch has continued to wield political influence in state and local politics this midterm election.
General News July 27, 2026
Ex-Defense Finance and Accounting Service Worker Found Guilty of Threatening Boss After Firing
A jury on Monday convicted Godwin Obot, 44, of threatening to kill his former supervisor and members of her family after she fired him from his job.
Financial Planning July 27, 2026
54% of Gen X Say Caregiving Fuels Workplace Burnout
Heavy caregiving demands are quietly fracturing the careers and financial stability of Gen X professionals.
Taxes July 27, 2026
Mamdani Sparks Backlash, Debate with Social Media Post Celebrating Luxury 2nd-Home Tax
The post on X from New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani garnered nearly 14 million views by Friday and prompted a wave of opposition from critics who say the tax could accelerate the departure of wealthy residents from the city.
Taxes July 27, 2026
New Washington ‘Millionaires Tax’ Lawsuit Challenges Ballot Language
A lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of the public investment impact statement that will appear on the November ballot alongside an initiative to repeal the state’s “millionaires tax.”
Small Business July 27, 2026
Toy Manufacturer Sues Trump Administration Again Over New Round of Tariffs
Learning Resources, the Vernon Hills, IL, toymaker that successfully brought down the Trump administration’s 2025 tariffs in a seminal Supreme Court decision, is once again suing over the latest round of sweeping global tariffs.
Payroll July 27, 2026
If Your Degree Doesn’t Pay Enough, You Can’t Borrow. Federal Loans Cut for Low-Wage Programs
Students in low-paying college degree and certificate programs will no longer be eligible for federal student loans under a new U.S. Education Department rule.
Financial Reporting July 27, 2026
57% of U.S. Finance and Risk Executives Default to ‘No’ on Growth
The research examines how finance and risk teams are evolving as companies navigate economic uncertainty, trade disruption and growing pressure to make faster decisions.
Taxes July 27, 2026
Florida Police and Fire Unions Oppose Property Tax Rollback
One of the largest unions representing police officers in Florida has come out against the ballot initiative meant to begin rolling back property taxes, joining some state firefighter organizations in opposition.
Mergers and Acquisitions July 27, 2026
Arax to Acquire $3 Billion RIA Transcend Capital Advisors
Transcend will be the seventh firm to join Arax in 2026, further expanding the firm's presence across a nationally growing footprint.
Benefits July 27, 2026
New Social Security Cards Are Here But Only for a Special Group
In recognition of America’s 250th birthday on July 4, the Social Security Administration is providing a commemorative card for children born in the U.S. between July 2 and Dec. 31, 2026.