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Tax refund delays from the IRS leave Triangle residents waiting for thousands of dollars

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Where is my tax refund? That's the question many ABC11 viewers are asking Troubleshooter Diane Wilson as they await their money. The issue doesn't just affect taxpayers waiting ...