About 2.6 million residents of Illinois and Wisconsin can use the IRS Direct File service to electronically prepare and file their 2024 federal tax returns for free, according to the federal agency.

Launched as a pilot in 2024, Direct File has revolutionized tax filing in the U.S., offering a free and simple alternative ...

This might be the first year that you'll be able to use Direct File as it rolls out in a bunch more states, and you'll find a ...