Documentary serves as love poem to Alabama Â». Here's a new documentary series with a big goal: bridging the gap between people. Filmmaker Jennifer Crandall traveled hundreds of miles to capture the essence of America as people across Alabama bring Song of Myself by poet Walt Whitman to life. We call it Whitman, Alabama. Join us.
How to Deduct Lottery Ticket Purchases on Income Tax. There's nothing more fun than winning when you gamble, especially if you win the lottery. Of course, for the millions of people who fail to accomplish this, there is the consolation of a potential tax deduction.
With Mega Millions fever sweeping the country, today we released a short report on state lottery withholding taxes. Some highlights: Lottery winnings of $600 or less are not reported to the IRS; winnings in excess of $5,000 are subject to a 25 percent federal withholding tax. When jackpot winners file their taxes, they find out if any of that amount gets refunded, or if they owe even more.