Mental Health Mondays: What Hurts a Narcissist Forever?

by Teresa Santana 1. They are hurt when you leave and be at peace without them. Narcissists are hurt when you leave and be at peace without them. They want to hold on to you but they don’t want to let you go. They can’t say goodbye. Narcissists are hurt when you leave them becauseContinue reading “Mental Health Mondays: What Hurts a Narcissist Forever?”

True Crime Sundays: A look at who’s who in the murder trial of slain kids’ mom

by Rebecca Boone BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Prosecutors say the mother charged in a triple murder case took part in a complex conspiracy that included unusual spiritual beliefs and efforts to kill those who stood in the way of her goals. Here, a look at the defendants and some of the witnesses in the trial of Lori VallowContinue reading “True Crime Sundays: A look at who’s who in the murder trial of slain kids’ mom”

How long does an IRS audit take? What to know about IRS audit triggers, letters and more

Failing to respond to an IRS audit can trigger additional penalties and interest.

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Opioid Crisis Friday: Ferndale parents charged for first-degree murder in death of 5-year-old.

The three adults were arrested for first-degree murder. Author: KING 5 Staff FERNDALE, Wash. — Three adults were arrested Thursday in connection to the death of a 5-year-old girl. According to a press release from the Ferndale Police Department, the girl died after she ingested fentanyl at her home on March 8 of this year. Her parents, MelissaContinue reading “Opioid Crisis Friday: Ferndale parents charged for first-degree murder in death of 5-year-old.”

IRS audit: What triggers it and what are red flags that increase the chance of being audited

by Elisabeth Buchwald As you work on your tax return, you may be wondering if there’s anything you can do to avoid being audited. When you’re audited by the Internal Revenue Service, it means your return was selected from a batch of returns for a closer inspection. Sometimes returns are selected at random for a closerContinue reading “IRS audit: What triggers it and what are red flags that increase the chance of being audited”

How to call the IRS and reach a real person

by Elisabeth Buchwald During the past couple of tax seasons, it was notoriously hard to reach an actual human at the Internal Revenue Service.  Nearly everyone who tried to reach the agency over the phone ran into some sort of glitch in 2022, with only 13% of callers reaching an IRS employee, according to the National Taxpayer Advocate’s report to Congress. But thatContinue reading “How to call the IRS and reach a real person”

Opioid Crisis Fridays: The Story of Adrienne from Shelby County, TN.

Adrienne I lost my mom February of 2019. She died at age 62 from an infection which resulted from her final surgery to get rid of the pain. Over the years, she underwent several surgeries, including back surgery, pain device implants, ankle fusion and more. The pain was always present and moved whenever one issueContinue reading “Opioid Crisis Fridays: The Story of Adrienne from Shelby County, TN.”

The way the IRS operates is about to undergo a major change. Here’s what that means for you

View of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) building in Washington, DC, on January 24, 2023. STEFANI REYNOLDS, AFP via Getty Images

History Lesson Tuesdays: U.S. Declares War on Spain

On April 25,1898, the United States formally declared war against Spain. The Monroe Doctrine, which since 1823 had viewed any European intervention in the Americas as a threat to U.S. security, coupled with the sinking of the U.S.S. Maine in Havana harbor, precipitated U.S. engagement. Coverage by Hearst newspapers and the nascent film industry solidified public support for involvementContinue reading “History Lesson Tuesdays: U.S. Declares War on Spain”

Mental Health Monday: Anxiety Nation Investigation

Atlanta Anxiety is a condition that nearly 40 million adults battle in U.S., according to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America. In the series “Anxiety Nation,” Atticus Investigates follows three individuals and their ongoing journey toward mental wellness. Through their stories we’ll chronicle the challenges they face, the triggers that cause their distress, and theContinue reading “Mental Health Monday: Anxiety Nation Investigation”