Taxes May 1, 2026
Millionaire Taxes Gain Steam as States Face Budget Crunches
Lawmakers in at least a dozen states have proposed hiking taxes on the wealthy.
Economy November 5, 2025
Longest Shutdown in History Costs U.S. Economy About $15 Billion Each Week
The government shutdown has become the longest in history, and every week that passes costs the economy anywhere from $10 billion to $30 billion, based on analysts’ estimates, with several landing in the $15 billion range.
Taxes November 5, 2025
Illinois Bill ‘Decouples’ State and Federal Taxes to Reduce Deficit Now
Illinois lawmakers are sending a bill to Gov. JB Pritzker that makes a pair of changes to Illinois’ tax code in response to new federal tax provisions that could reduce state revenue.
Taxes November 4, 2025
GOP Rep. Max Miller Plans to Unveil Cryptocurrency Tax Legislation
The Ohio Republican is preparing to introduce a bill with Rep. Steven Horsford (D-NV) that Miller says will transform how digital assets are regulated and taxed in the U.S.
Payroll November 4, 2025
Most Americans Would Rather Discuss Politics or Religion Than What’s in Their Bank Accounts, Survey Finds
According to a new Bankrate survey, more people feel uncomfortable talking about their bank accounts than about other controversial topics.
Small Business November 4, 2025
Trump Battles Tiny Toymaker Over Tariffs in Landmark Supreme Court Case
A Chicago-area toy company is among the businesses arguing to the justices this week that most of the president's tariffs should be struck down.
Taxes November 4, 2025
Washington State Spent a Billion in Tax Breaks to Help Tech Dominate, But Was it Worth it?
What began as a modest incentive meant to foster economic development in a nascent field became a billion-dollar windfall of questionable effectiveness. The tax breaks are now expired, but participating companies continue to benefit to this day.
Taxes November 3, 2025
Trump’s Tariff Regime Case Could Reshape Congress’ Taxing Power
The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Wednesday over whether a law allows President Donald Trump to implement a worldwide tariff regime, in a case experts and lawmakers said ultimately could undermine Congress’ foundational power over taxation.
Taxes November 3, 2025
Maryland Offers Tax Relief for Federal Workers During Government Shutdown
Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman announced that federal employees with existing state tax payment plans can defer their payments until after the government reopens.
Taxes October 29, 2025
IRS Tax Lien Revealed Against Miami Heat’s Terry Rozier, Who Was Arrested in NBA Gambling Scandal
ESPN reported that the IRS filed a $8,218,211 federal income tax lien in Broward County, FL, where Rozier has a residence, against the Miami Heat guard in November 2023.
Payroll October 29, 2025
Survey: The Most Workers in Four Years Say Their Pay Isn’t Keeping Up with Inflation
Nearly two in three employed Americans (or 62%) said their income has not kept pace with increases in their household expenses due to inflation, up from 59% in 2024, 60% in 2023, and 55% in 2022, according to Bankrate.
Payroll October 29, 2025
ADP Rolls Out Weekly U.S. Payrolls After Halting Data to Fed
ADP Research will now be releasing U.S. payroll data on a weekly basis, in addition to its monthly report, to provide high-frequency insights into the labor market.
Payroll October 29, 2025
Paychecks on Pause: Financial Lessons Everyone Can Learn From the Shutdown
Millions of federal workers are currently living without pay. Here's what all of us can do to prepare for financial uncertainty.