Parents could save thousands on their tax bills this year if they act on a critical IRS reminder. The agency warns that certain tax credits often go unnoticed, yet they can significantly lower taxes or boost refunds for eligible families.

A pending congressional vote may dramatically increase health insurance costs for hundreds of thousands of Pennsylvanians if federal Affordable Care Act tax credits expire. Health care advocates are urging lawmakers to act quickly, warning of steep premium hikes for those most reliant on the program.