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MTA threatens another 'Summer of Hell' of subway disruptions if NYC doesn't cough up billions - as transit agency touts its 'great service'

MTA warns of potential transit crises unless NYC increases funding amid rising costs.

Auditor: Portland faces $1 billion a year infrastructure funding crisis

Portland is facing a $1 billion annual shortfall for maintaining infrastructure, worsening the already critical $93 million budget deficit.

MTA threatens another 'Summer of Hell' of subway disruptions if NYC doesn't cough up billions - as transit agency touts its 'great service'

MTA warns of potential transit crises unless NYC increases funding amid rising costs.

Auditor: Portland faces $1 billion a year infrastructure funding crisis

Portland is facing a $1 billion annual shortfall for maintaining infrastructure, worsening the already critical $93 million budget deficit.

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#los-angeles

In Sacramento, Mayor Bass seeks state money to close nearly $1-billion budget gap

Mayor Bass is seeking state assistance to overcome a nearly $1 billion budget deficit in Los Angeles.

Five things to look out for in L.A. Mayor Karen Bass' budget

Los Angeles faces a budget crisis requiring significant cuts, possibly including layoffs, but Mayor Bass seeks alternatives to minimize job losses.

L.A. city budget shortfall grows to nearly $1 billion, with layoffs 'nearly inevitable'

L.A. faces a nearly $1 billion budget shortfall, leading to potential layoffs of thousands as officials seek cost-cutting measures.

In Sacramento, Mayor Bass seeks state money to close nearly $1-billion budget gap

Mayor Bass is seeking state assistance to overcome a nearly $1 billion budget deficit in Los Angeles.

Five things to look out for in L.A. Mayor Karen Bass' budget

Los Angeles faces a budget crisis requiring significant cuts, possibly including layoffs, but Mayor Bass seeks alternatives to minimize job losses.

L.A. city budget shortfall grows to nearly $1 billion, with layoffs 'nearly inevitable'

L.A. faces a nearly $1 billion budget shortfall, leading to potential layoffs of thousands as officials seek cost-cutting measures.

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#santa-clara-county

Santa Clara County hospitals threatened by Medi-Cal cuts - San Jose Spotlight

Federal cuts to Medicaid threaten Santa Clara County's public hospital system and the health care of its poorest residents.

Santa Clara County to weigh potential budget cuts - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County faces potential cutbacks on critical services due to impending federal budget cuts, impacting its $12 billion budget reliance on federal funding.

Santa Clara County puts ranked choice voting on back burner - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County is delaying ranked choice voting due to a financial crisis and uncertainties regarding federal funding.

Santa Clara County hospitals threatened by Medi-Cal cuts - San Jose Spotlight

Federal cuts to Medicaid threaten Santa Clara County's public hospital system and the health care of its poorest residents.

Santa Clara County to weigh potential budget cuts - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County faces potential cutbacks on critical services due to impending federal budget cuts, impacting its $12 billion budget reliance on federal funding.

Santa Clara County puts ranked choice voting on back burner - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County is delaying ranked choice voting due to a financial crisis and uncertainties regarding federal funding.

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#oakland

Audit finds Oakland paid $1.6M in excessive overtime pay over 6 years in several departments

Oakland has overpaid employees $1.6 million in overtime due to incorrect calculation methods.

Oakland facing possible credit rating downgrade

Oakland faces a potential credit rating downgrade due to financial mismanagement and overspending, possibly affecting its long-term fiscal stability.

LIVE: Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao gives State of the City address amid financial crisis, recall effort

Oakland is grappling with a $120 million budget shortfall and facing recall efforts against Mayor Sheng Thao.

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao to give State of the City address amid financial crisis, recall effort

Oakland faces a $120 million budget shortfall risking vital city services amid recall efforts against Mayor Thao.

Former Rep. Barbara Lee quietly forms committee to run for Oakland mayor

Barbara Lee is signaling a potential run for mayor of Oakland with her new campaign finance committee.

Oakland temporarily closes two fire stations, with several additional brownouts' likely on the way

Oakland is temporarily closing fire stations due to a budget crisis, relying on wet weather to manage safety.

Audit finds Oakland paid $1.6M in excessive overtime pay over 6 years in several departments

Oakland has overpaid employees $1.6 million in overtime due to incorrect calculation methods.

Oakland facing possible credit rating downgrade

Oakland faces a potential credit rating downgrade due to financial mismanagement and overspending, possibly affecting its long-term fiscal stability.

LIVE: Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao gives State of the City address amid financial crisis, recall effort

Oakland is grappling with a $120 million budget shortfall and facing recall efforts against Mayor Sheng Thao.

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao to give State of the City address amid financial crisis, recall effort

Oakland faces a $120 million budget shortfall risking vital city services amid recall efforts against Mayor Thao.

Former Rep. Barbara Lee quietly forms committee to run for Oakland mayor

Barbara Lee is signaling a potential run for mayor of Oakland with her new campaign finance committee.

Oakland temporarily closes two fire stations, with several additional brownouts' likely on the way

Oakland is temporarily closing fire stations due to a budget crisis, relying on wet weather to manage safety.

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#education

With budget clouds overhead, Oakland teachers launch their campaign for better-resourced schools

Educators demand increased state investment in schools amidst a budget crisis addressing teacher pay, staffing, and mental health resources.

Homework for the next Oakland school board: fixing a system in crisis

The Oakland Unified School District faces a $95 million budget shortfall due to declining enrollment and the end of federal COVID relief funds.

School district budget cuts get closer look by Richmond council

Richmond City Council is exploring partnerships to support the financially troubled West Contra Costa Unified School District amid significant budget cuts.

With budget clouds overhead, Oakland teachers launch their campaign for better-resourced schools

Educators demand increased state investment in schools amidst a budget crisis addressing teacher pay, staffing, and mental health resources.

Homework for the next Oakland school board: fixing a system in crisis

The Oakland Unified School District faces a $95 million budget shortfall due to declining enrollment and the end of federal COVID relief funds.

School district budget cuts get closer look by Richmond council

Richmond City Council is exploring partnerships to support the financially troubled West Contra Costa Unified School District amid significant budget cuts.

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CAPITOL DISPATCH: Albany Has No Plan, the Feds are Fuming and Transit Riders Are Facing a True 'Shithole' If MTA Cash Isn't Raised - Streetsblog New York City

MTA faces a significant $35 billion funding gap for its capital plan with no viable solutions presented by state leaders.

#republicans

MSNBC's Capehart Asks If Dems Are Willing to Shut Down Gov't to Save It' and Dem Rep Signals Yes, Because of Elon Musk and His DOGE Frat Bros'

Democrats may refuse to fund the government due to distrust in Republican budget methods.

Chuck Schumer Should Resign to Spend More Time With His Imaginary Friends

Schumer's handling of the budget crisis has alienated allies and ignited calls for his resignation.

MSNBC's Capehart Asks If Dems Are Willing to Shut Down Gov't to Save It' and Dem Rep Signals Yes, Because of Elon Musk and His DOGE Frat Bros'

Democrats may refuse to fund the government due to distrust in Republican budget methods.

Chuck Schumer Should Resign to Spend More Time With His Imaginary Friends

Schumer's handling of the budget crisis has alienated allies and ignited calls for his resignation.

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Blow up Albany: Democrats' budget 'debate' is all about how fast to ruin the state

New York's state lawmakers are exacerbating budget issues with plans for increased spending and taxes despite a looming $18.2 billion deficit.

#local-government

55m government bailout to help council balance its budget

Barnet Council receives temporary government support to avoid bankruptcy, but long-term financial challenges remain.

San Jose school district latest to announce school closures amid budget crisis

Alum Rock Union School District is closing or merging schools due to severe budget deficits and ongoing enrollment declines.

Rising cost of social services in England putting arts and youth services at risk, say councils

Rising social service costs threaten essential council functions in England, with many councils facing potential insolvency due to unsustainable budget pressures.

London council on the brink of bankruptcy to house homeless in empty office blocks

Havering Council is converting office blocks to homes for homeless families to avoid bankruptcy and reduce reliance on expensive hotel accommodations.

Staff sickness costs cash-strapped east London council 5m per year amid budget crisis

Havering Council faces a crisis with staff sickness costing taxpayers 5 million per year, primarily due to mental health issues.

55m government bailout to help council balance its budget

Barnet Council receives temporary government support to avoid bankruptcy, but long-term financial challenges remain.

San Jose school district latest to announce school closures amid budget crisis

Alum Rock Union School District is closing or merging schools due to severe budget deficits and ongoing enrollment declines.

Rising cost of social services in England putting arts and youth services at risk, say councils

Rising social service costs threaten essential council functions in England, with many councils facing potential insolvency due to unsustainable budget pressures.

London council on the brink of bankruptcy to house homeless in empty office blocks

Havering Council is converting office blocks to homes for homeless families to avoid bankruptcy and reduce reliance on expensive hotel accommodations.

Staff sickness costs cash-strapped east London council 5m per year amid budget crisis

Havering Council faces a crisis with staff sickness costing taxpayers 5 million per year, primarily due to mental health issues.

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Multnomah Count faces homeless funding crisis

Multnomah County's Homeless Services Department faces a $104 million budget shortfall, a 25% reduction impacting services for the homeless.

Why the NIH cuts are so wrong (opinion)

Indirect cost recovery is vital for public research universities and recent NIH cuts threaten research funding and innovation.

Another San Jose school faces school closures to shrink $22 million budget gap

Franklin-McKinley School District postpones school closures amid budget crisis and declining enrollment.

#school-closures

SFUSD May Lay Off 600 Teachers and Staff In the Next Two Years Under Budget Plan

The San Francisco Unified School District faces severe budget cuts and layoffs due to a deficit that must be closed in the next two years.

Last public meeting held before Oakland Unified votes on budget that could close several schools

Oakland Unified School District faces severe budget crisis, risking school closures and significant staffing cuts without changes in financial strategy.

Where did it go wrong? Here's how San Francisco Unified's issues led to school closures

SFUSD is facing budget crises that result in school closures due to inefficiencies and disconnect between the central office and schools.

SFUSD May Lay Off 600 Teachers and Staff In the Next Two Years Under Budget Plan

The San Francisco Unified School District faces severe budget cuts and layoffs due to a deficit that must be closed in the next two years.

Last public meeting held before Oakland Unified votes on budget that could close several schools

Oakland Unified School District faces severe budget crisis, risking school closures and significant staffing cuts without changes in financial strategy.

Where did it go wrong? Here's how San Francisco Unified's issues led to school closures

SFUSD is facing budget crises that result in school closures due to inefficiencies and disconnect between the central office and schools.

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#french-politics

French government faces no-confidence vote amid budget dispute

Michel Barnier's government in France is under threat of collapse as right and left parties unite for a no-confidence vote over budget disputes.

France's PM to risk confidence vote with second attempt to force through budget

France's political landscape remains volatile as Prime Minister Bayrou plans to push through the 2025 budget without a vote, risking a no-confidence crisis.

OPINION: France's crafty PM may just pull off a Columbo-style surprise

Bayrou successfully resolved a budgetary and political crisis in France through strategic concessions and bipartisan negotiations despite initial missteps.

Columbo's crafty persona parallels French Prime Minister Bayrou's unexpected political success amidst challenges.

French government faces no-confidence vote amid budget dispute

Michel Barnier's government in France is under threat of collapse as right and left parties unite for a no-confidence vote over budget disputes.

France's PM to risk confidence vote with second attempt to force through budget

France's political landscape remains volatile as Prime Minister Bayrou plans to push through the 2025 budget without a vote, risking a no-confidence crisis.

OPINION: France's crafty PM may just pull off a Columbo-style surprise

Bayrou successfully resolved a budgetary and political crisis in France through strategic concessions and bipartisan negotiations despite initial missteps.

Columbo's crafty persona parallels French Prime Minister Bayrou's unexpected political success amidst challenges.

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UCLA throws its athletic department a $30-million lifeline, but deficit deepens

UCLA's athletic budget crisis deepens despite $30 million support, facing a total deficit of $51.85 million.

Trump can fix biased, bloated bureaucracy - by abolishing the civil service

Trump must radically reform the federal bureaucracy, focusing on efficiency and significant budget cuts.

Quarter of English councils may have to sell homes to balance books, study finds

Councils are under severe financial strain, leading to anticipated cuts in housing projects and potential home sales to balance budgets.

#financial-planning

Tensions rise as Oakland leaders sketch out plans to patch $115M financial hole

Oakland faces a significant budget shortfall requiring urgent cuts to police and fire services before the end of 2023.

Pleasanton City Council begins tackling $100 million budget problem

Pleasanton City Council is urgently seeking solutions for a projected $100 million budget deficit over the next eight years.

Tensions rise as Oakland leaders sketch out plans to patch $115M financial hole

Oakland faces a significant budget shortfall requiring urgent cuts to police and fire services before the end of 2023.

Pleasanton City Council begins tackling $100 million budget problem

Pleasanton City Council is urgently seeking solutions for a projected $100 million budget deficit over the next eight years.

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#republican-party

Total Dumpster Fire!' Marjorie Taylor Greene, House Republicans Torch Speaker Johnson Over Garbage' Budget Bill

Republican criticism of Speaker Mike Johnson escalates as concerns grow over his handling of the impending government shutdown.

Majorie Taylor Greene Tanked Mike Johnson's Spending Plan

Congress struggles with internal dissent over the budget, complicating the passage of necessary funding legislation amidst looming deadlines.

Total Dumpster Fire!' Marjorie Taylor Greene, House Republicans Torch Speaker Johnson Over Garbage' Budget Bill

Republican criticism of Speaker Mike Johnson escalates as concerns grow over his handling of the impending government shutdown.

Majorie Taylor Greene Tanked Mike Johnson's Spending Plan

Congress struggles with internal dissent over the budget, complicating the passage of necessary funding legislation amidst looming deadlines.

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French government teeters on brink of collapse as no-confidence vote looms

French lawmakers are poised to vote on a no-confidence motion likely to oust Prime Minister Barnier, exacerbating the country's political crisis.

Why has Germany's government collapsed and what happens next?

The collapse of Germany's coalition government creates political uncertainty and significant budgetary challenges. A potential election looms due to internal disagreements.

Wealthy community's town government running out of money

Portola Valley faces financial challenges and may raid its open space fund to prevent bankruptcy, pending voter approval.

FEMA was strapped for cash even before America's hurricane double whammy

FEMA faces a funding crisis exacerbated by climate change, impacting disaster recovery efforts before new storms even hit.

Mexico's First Female President Takes Office

Claudia Sheinbaum's inauguration is a historic milestone for women's empowerment in Mexico.

Brockton mayor agrees to step aside as chair of School Committee after budget scandal

Mayor Sullivan agrees to resign as chair of the School Committee to address budget crisis, supporting the need for separate leadership roles.

Scottish ministers largely to blame for spending crisis, says watchdog

Scottish ministers' financial mismanagement on public sector pay is causing a spending crisis leading to severe cuts in non-essential services.

Opinion: California schools can fund rainy day,' thanks to Jerry Brown

California's public school system to remain intact despite budget shortfall due to rainy day fund

Recall effort against Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao has enough signatures for election

A recall campaign against Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao has gathered enough valid petition signatures, likely heading to the November election.

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MTA threatens another 'Summer of Hell' of subway disruptions if NYC doesn't cough up billions - as transit agency touts its 'great service'

Auditor: Portland faces $1 billion a year infrastructure funding crisis

MTA threatens another 'Summer of Hell' of subway disruptions if NYC doesn't cough up billions - as transit agency touts its 'great service'

Auditor: Portland faces $1 billion a year infrastructure funding crisis

In Sacramento, Mayor Bass seeks state money to close nearly $1-billion budget gap

Five things to look out for in L.A. Mayor Karen Bass' budget

L.A. city budget shortfall grows to nearly $1 billion, with layoffs 'nearly inevitable'

In Sacramento, Mayor Bass seeks state money to close nearly $1-billion budget gap

Five things to look out for in L.A. Mayor Karen Bass' budget

L.A. city budget shortfall grows to nearly $1 billion, with layoffs 'nearly inevitable'

Santa Clara County hospitals threatened by Medi-Cal cuts - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County to weigh potential budget cuts - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County puts ranked choice voting on back burner - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County hospitals threatened by Medi-Cal cuts - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County to weigh potential budget cuts - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County puts ranked choice voting on back burner - San Jose Spotlight

Audit finds Oakland paid $1.6M in excessive overtime pay over 6 years in several departments

Oakland facing possible credit rating downgrade

LIVE: Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao gives State of the City address amid financial crisis, recall effort

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao to give State of the City address amid financial crisis, recall effort

Former Rep. Barbara Lee quietly forms committee to run for Oakland mayor

Oakland temporarily closes two fire stations, with several additional brownouts' likely on the way

Audit finds Oakland paid $1.6M in excessive overtime pay over 6 years in several departments

Oakland facing possible credit rating downgrade

LIVE: Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao gives State of the City address amid financial crisis, recall effort

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao to give State of the City address amid financial crisis, recall effort

Former Rep. Barbara Lee quietly forms committee to run for Oakland mayor

Oakland temporarily closes two fire stations, with several additional brownouts' likely on the way

With budget clouds overhead, Oakland teachers launch their campaign for better-resourced schools

Homework for the next Oakland school board: fixing a system in crisis

School district budget cuts get closer look by Richmond council

With budget clouds overhead, Oakland teachers launch their campaign for better-resourced schools

Homework for the next Oakland school board: fixing a system in crisis

School district budget cuts get closer look by Richmond council

CAPITOL DISPATCH: Albany Has No Plan, the Feds are Fuming and Transit Riders Are Facing a True 'Shithole' If MTA Cash Isn't Raised - Streetsblog New York City

MSNBC's Capehart Asks If Dems Are Willing to Shut Down Gov't to Save It' and Dem Rep Signals Yes, Because of Elon Musk and His DOGE Frat Bros'

Chuck Schumer Should Resign to Spend More Time With His Imaginary Friends

MSNBC's Capehart Asks If Dems Are Willing to Shut Down Gov't to Save It' and Dem Rep Signals Yes, Because of Elon Musk and His DOGE Frat Bros'

Chuck Schumer Should Resign to Spend More Time With His Imaginary Friends

Blow up Albany: Democrats' budget 'debate' is all about how fast to ruin the state

55m government bailout to help council balance its budget

San Jose school district latest to announce school closures amid budget crisis

Rising cost of social services in England putting arts and youth services at risk, say councils

London council on the brink of bankruptcy to house homeless in empty office blocks

Staff sickness costs cash-strapped east London council 5m per year amid budget crisis

55m government bailout to help council balance its budget

San Jose school district latest to announce school closures amid budget crisis

Rising cost of social services in England putting arts and youth services at risk, say councils

London council on the brink of bankruptcy to house homeless in empty office blocks

Staff sickness costs cash-strapped east London council 5m per year amid budget crisis

Multnomah Count faces homeless funding crisis

Why the NIH cuts are so wrong (opinion)

Another San Jose school faces school closures to shrink $22 million budget gap

SFUSD May Lay Off 600 Teachers and Staff In the Next Two Years Under Budget Plan

Last public meeting held before Oakland Unified votes on budget that could close several schools

Where did it go wrong? Here's how San Francisco Unified's issues led to school closures

SFUSD May Lay Off 600 Teachers and Staff In the Next Two Years Under Budget Plan

Last public meeting held before Oakland Unified votes on budget that could close several schools

Where did it go wrong? Here's how San Francisco Unified's issues led to school closures

French government faces no-confidence vote amid budget dispute

France's PM to risk confidence vote with second attempt to force through budget

OPINION: France's crafty PM may just pull off a Columbo-style surprise

French government faces no-confidence vote amid budget dispute

France's PM to risk confidence vote with second attempt to force through budget

OPINION: France's crafty PM may just pull off a Columbo-style surprise

UCLA throws its athletic department a $30-million lifeline, but deficit deepens

Trump can fix biased, bloated bureaucracy - by abolishing the civil service

Quarter of English councils may have to sell homes to balance books, study finds

Tensions rise as Oakland leaders sketch out plans to patch $115M financial hole

Pleasanton City Council begins tackling $100 million budget problem

Tensions rise as Oakland leaders sketch out plans to patch $115M financial hole

Pleasanton City Council begins tackling $100 million budget problem

Total Dumpster Fire!' Marjorie Taylor Greene, House Republicans Torch Speaker Johnson Over Garbage' Budget Bill

Majorie Taylor Greene Tanked Mike Johnson's Spending Plan

Total Dumpster Fire!' Marjorie Taylor Greene, House Republicans Torch Speaker Johnson Over Garbage' Budget Bill

Majorie Taylor Greene Tanked Mike Johnson's Spending Plan

French government teeters on brink of collapse as no-confidence vote looms

Why has Germany's government collapsed and what happens next?

Wealthy community's town government running out of money

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