The IRS shut down its direct filing program for 2026, but some tools remain—if you know where to look. Here’s how to navigate ...

IRS Direct File, which was offered in 25 states last year, has been discontinued. But one very-much underused, free program remains for 2026.

WASHINGTON, Jan. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Taxpayers can get a head start on preparing their 2025 federal tax returns as the IRS Free File program is now available ahead of the official start of the tax ...

The Internal Revenue Service is giving a quiet head start to millions of taxpayers this year, effectively opening a back door ...

CHARLOTTE — As the end of tax season approaches, the Internal Revenue Service reminds North Carolina taxpayers that IRS Free File is a quick and easy way to file federal tax returns for free. IRS Free ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — More New Yorkers will be able to file their taxes for free this year with the expansion of an online tool launched in 2024, Governor Kathy Hochul announced Friday. Direct File, ...

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New Jersey residents can now take advantage of IRS Direct File, a free and secure online tool for filing federal and state tax returns, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Tuesday. The service is available for ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Coloradans won’t be able to access a free federal online tax return-filing tool this upcoming tax season after the Trump administration halted its rollout, a ...

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