As 2026 begins, a wave of misleading posts and false claims about incoming stimulus payments is once again making rounds on social media. From alleged IRS direct deposits to proposed “tariff dividends” and cryptocurrency bonuses,

CHICAGO -- The ABC7 I-Team has heard from numerous people who said they are waiting for both their tax refund and stimulus check, who filed their taxes around this time last year. Many wonder if the delay in their tax refund is contributing to their wait ...

American families could soon see another round of direct government payments landing in their bank accounts, thanks to a new congressional proposal that would revive stimulus-style rebate checks using an innovative funding approach. The American Worker ...

Tax refunds could be so big next year, they'll be like pandemic stimulus checks -- and that isn't necessarily a good thing.

If you are still waiting on economic impact payment or a new, fourth stimulus check in 2025, here's what to know about President Donald Trump's possible tariff rebate and how to track the status of your state or federal tax refund from the IRS, without ...