IRS ‘In Crisis’: Why Taxpayers Should File Early, Avoid Paper

A new watchdog report explains why taxpayers may still be waiting for their 2020 tax returns, and what may be in store this tax season.

'I Knew I Had To Do It': Woman Saves Kids From Frigid Water

Your 5-minute read to start today: Grocery store shelves are empty again; dentist accused of killing wife on safari; blood crisis worsens.

Who Wore It Better? Queen Elizabeth II Or This Little Princess?

A young girl in Kentucky mimicked the elderly queen of England’s signature style, and Windsor Castle’s response couldn’t be more perfect.

Death Or Pig’s Heart? ‘I Wanted To Live,’ Transplant Patient Says

Your 5-minute read: Omicron-specific COVID-19 boosters; New Yorkers show Bronx fire victims they care; paying works in pennies backfires.

Lost Boy Claims Bear Saved Him: Short Story Imagines That’s True

Author of story based on a child’s real-life experience hopes to inspire readers to “be open to all the mysterious good that’s out there."

‘We Pray To God’: Faulty Space Heater Caused Deadly Bronx Fire

Your 5-minute read: “Deltacron” debate; snowy owl roosts on Capitol Hill; alligator strolls the country club; snow leopard dies of COVID-19.

'The Numbers Are Horrific': 19 Dead In Bronx High-Rise Fire

Your 5-minute read to start your day: Bob Saget dies in Orlando hotel; AOC tests positive for COVID; Chicago teachers' standoff continues.

‘Shopping Cart Killer' Linked To Death Of 5 Women, Police Say

Your 5-minute read to start today: Lab boosts COVID test production; 6-year-old boy found dead; soldier’s letter delivered.

‘We Lost A Precious Young Man’: Hockey Tragedy Stuns Communities

Your 5-minute read to start the day: Ahmaud Arbery’s killers sentenced; WWII vet’s letter home finally arrives; twinning with Jimmy Fallon.

9 Good News Stories: Goodwill On Terrible, Awful, Dangerous Day

Boy’s $25 goal for a charity that helped him as an infant swells to $2K; 1 million reasons to be merry; Betty White will have the last word.

Week In Photos: Insurrection Anniversary; I-95 Snarl; COVID Rages

Photos from the week: Philadelphia house fire kills 12; snow slams the Northeast; COVID-19 test shortages; and much more.

‘It’s Devastating’: After Suicides, A Newborn Son Left Behind

Your 5-minute read to start today: Fake COVID-19 test scams; a display of white supremacist violence; human remains found after CO wildfire.

On Jan. 6 Anniversary, Feds Brace For Potential Copycats

Your 5-minute read to start today: 13 die in Philadelphia fire; what to know about “flurona”; George Floyd’s niece shot.

'An Incredibly Unusual Event': Snow, Ice Trap Weary Travelers

Your 5-minute read to start today: Jan. 6 "not very violent," GOP says; school receives expired COVID-19 tests; daughter’s abuse "horrific."

Same Pandemic, Different Year: COVID Omnipresent As 2022 Starts

Your 5-minute read: FDA authorizes Pfizer boosters for kids; first COVID, now snow grounds flights; Betty White burger; deadly mushrooms.

'It's Devastating': 2 Missing, 991 Homes Destroyed In CO Fire

Your 5-minute read to start your day: Twitter bans Rep. Greene's account; CDC considering new guidance; Bucs WR leaves team during game.

Former NFL Coach Dies, COVID Boots Jackman From Broadway

Your 5-minute read to start your day: state of emergency declared in Kentucky; photo tribute honors the late Betty White.

‘The World Looks Different Now’: 2022 Starts Without Betty White

Your 5-minute read to start the day: Wildfire decimates Colorado neighborhoods; Proud Boys deliver toys; California’s “new normal.”

Killer’s Writings Foreshadowed Deadly Denver Shooting Spree

Your 5-minute read to close out 2021: Brandon embraces "Let’s Go Brandon"; an omicron “blizzard” warning; live like a Greek god.

11 Good News Stories: He Ate How Many Pancakes? Plus, Dog Days.

Congregants' $100 surprise gift; special ed teacher shares her Uncle Tom’s legacy; Jets QB tips with tickets; Disney likes Disney display.

Best Of Patch 2021: 'Let's Help People'; Book Ban Questioned

See the local stories that called for change, decried injustice and highlighted the best of communities in 2021.

Best Of Patch 2021: He 'Looked Like Jesus'; A Dad's Barefoot Trip

People in your community were part of what defined 2021. Let Patch introduce you to a few who are worth remembering.

'Jingle Bells’ Canceled: Why Song Is Off This School’s Nice List

Your 5-minute read to start today: U.S. COVID-19 virus cases shatter record; Harry Reid’s legacy; puppy in-chief; fugitive hid for 50 years.

Photos: Biden's New German Shepherd Pup Is Aptly Named Commander

President Joe Biden's new puppy,Commander, was born Sept. 1. The pooch, a gift from the president's brother, recently made his public debut.

Omicron Variant Finds New Population To Exploit: Children

Your 5-minute read to start today: Shooter’s parents "ignored signs"; developer fined for Seinfeld banner; missing dog reunited with family.

2022 Guide To Meteor Showers, Lunar Eclipses And Supermoons

Multiple meteor showers, two total lunar eclipses and three supermoons are also on the 2022mcelestial calendar.

Omicron Disrupts Travel As COVID-19 Surges, Especially Among Kids

Your 5-minute read to start the day: “Darwin’s natural heir” dies; grandfather, 88, and granddaughter, 23, graduate together.

Omicron COVID-19 Cases, Weather, Outages Ground More Flights

More than 8,000 flights have been canceled since Christmas Eve as airlines juggle staffing and other issues that create problems worldwide.

'Always Helped A Sister Out': Roe V. Wade Lawyer Dies At 76

Your 5-minute read to start your day: U.S. holiday sales see record spike; Omicron, weather impacting travel; More bowl games canceled.

Not Home For Christmas: Holiday Flight Cancellations Continue

Your 5-minute read to start today: Omicron disrupting holiday travel and the Navy; US pair missing in Myanmar; NYE crowds lighter in NYC.

Why You Make Christmas The Most Wonderful Time Of Year

Your 5-minute read to start today: Webb telescope to launch; strangers spread kindness; travel ban lifted; memorable pop culture moments.

Webb Space Telescope Set For Christmas Launch: How To Watch

The telescope — a 30-year, $10 million NASA project — will help astronomers better study the earliest moments of the universe.

Kim Potter Found Guilty, But Verdict 'Falls Short Of Justice'

Your 5-minute read to start today: Trump goes to court — again; Joan Didion dead; missing cat found after a tornado; holiday movie guide.

Girl, 10, Dies In TikTok Challenge: ‘They Don’t Know Better’

Your 5-minute read to start today: Student loan payment pause extended; COVID-19 pill; former nudist colony for sale; slave ship discovered.

Northern Lights May Be Visible In Parts Of U.S. On Christmas

A solar storm cloud left the sun Monday and is heading toward Earth; some parts of the upper U.S. could see the aurora borealis Thursday.

Save 15 Percent On Flowers For Your New Year’s Eve Celebration

Ring in 2022 with beautiful bouquets and gorgeous greenery!

‘Revenge Porn Cop’ Free So DA Could Chase Prostitution Case: Suit

Your 5-minute read: Omicron dominant variant with 73 percent of new COVID-19 infections; synthetic pot linked to deaths; R&B legend dies.

Listeria Concerns Spur Recall Of Fresh Express Brands In 19 State

Salads sold under the Fresh Express and other private labels are being recalled after listeria contamination was found in random sampling.

Holocaust Re-Enacters: 3rd Graders Act Out Shooting, Gravedigging

Your 5-minute read to start the day: Boosters best defense; Smollett dismissal “major failure”; dry shampoo recall; cats in airport trash.

COVID-19 Sweeps NBA: Five League Games Postponed

Your 5-minute read to start your day: Former GA Sen. Isakson dies; Manchin says no to Build Back Better; Washington state senator dies.