Taxes

You're now going to find yourself spending a little more when you go shopping. The state sales tax increased by one percent today and is now 7.75 percent in most counties. Full story...

During the dog days of summer, the last thing on most of ours minds is tax season. But, your summer activities may affect how much money you get back in the spring. Full story...

State Democratic leaders have decided a $4 billion budget shortfall has to bridged with some kind tax increases. But they are divided about what kind of taxes to raise, and by how much. Full story...

House and Senate negotiators are getting closer to Governor Perdue's request to raise more taxes. They are attempting to pound out a budget that would, among other things, help some state employees keep their jobs. Full story...

The most populous county in North Carolina said residents owe more than $26 million in 2008 taxes. Many delinquent taxpayers said the poor economy is the reason they can not pay. Full story...

Tax protesters took to one of Wilmington's busiest intersections Wednesday for one of the hundreds of so-called tea parties that took place across the country. Full story...

Whether you just filed, or did it weeks ago, you are probably wondering exactly when to expect your refund. There are several online resources to help with that. Full story...

Tax day is here and for some it is a day that's not welcomed. If you can't pay what you owe, don't panic, there are some solutions that can at least buy you some time. Full story...

As the tax deadline draws near, taxpayers should be wary of scams. Tuesday, the IRS issued its 2009 Dirty Dozen list of tax scams. Full story...

The rough economy is causing tax troubles for North Carolinians. The state is in the midst of a cash flow problem and it is causing a temporary backlog for people waiting on their tax return. Full story...

North Carolina's tax office said refunds are slow in getting out because it is worried about issuing too many checks at once. Full story...

Tax time is still months away, but preparing to file your taxes now could help your return. Certified public accountant Sharon Blackburn says taking advantage of possible deductions before 2008 is over, could put more money in your pocket in 2009. Full story...

Cape Fear Community College wants over a $100,000,000 from the county to expand the schools facilities. Full story...

North Carolina is backing private landowners who want to make their property a haven for wildlife. Full story...

Shoppers and retailers are gearing up for North Carolina's seventh annual sales tax holiday. Full story...