Ian Tancun | ColumnistI think one can be considered “independent” when they no longer rely on their parents or family for financial support. I believe financial support is different from financial assistance. When I say financial support, I mean relying...

The Goodwill Community Resource Room, 1037 S. Annie Glidden Road, will offer free income tax preparation and filing sites starting Jan. 30.The sites "offer free tax assistance to families with income less than $50,000 and individuals with income less...

PassIt seems some students have started to get more involved in decisions at NIU after constant encouragement from the Student Association Senate.More than 500 students took a Web survey about possible changes to the Late Night Ride service on campus,...

In the midst of tax season, there is often confusion about the tax filing process, especially for college students who have to deal with extra forms. Filing taxes is required by state and federal law if the file limit has been reached. Once an individual...

Some NIU professors disagree with a recent survey naming Illinois as a poor state for businesses. The survey, released by Development Counsellors International of New York, lists Illinois below California and New York on its least favorable business...

DeKALB | Going to the dentist, having to report for jury duty and filing one's taxes are a few of the most dreaded tasks for some Americans. According to several tax professionals though, taxes are not as scary as most people make them out to be. Senaida...