Meet the District 1 candidates: Do you support Prop. L?
Proposition L seeks to tax ride-hailing and autonomous vehicle companies to support San Francisco's transit services amid a significant budget deficit.
SFMTA Director Jeffrey Tumlin Blames Uber, Lyft, and Waymo for Muni's Woes On His Way Out the Door
Rideshares and robotaxis largely attributed to Muni's $300 million deficit, disrupting traditional public transit ridership.
BART fares will increase 5.5% in 2025
BART will increase fares by 5.5% in January 2025 to help address ongoing budget deficits.
Meet the District 1 candidates: Do you support Prop. L?
Proposition L seeks to tax ride-hailing and autonomous vehicle companies to support San Francisco's transit services amid a significant budget deficit.
SFMTA Director Jeffrey Tumlin Blames Uber, Lyft, and Waymo for Muni's Woes On His Way Out the Door
Rideshares and robotaxis largely attributed to Muni's $300 million deficit, disrupting traditional public transit ridership.
BART fares will increase 5.5% in 2025
BART will increase fares by 5.5% in January 2025 to help address ongoing budget deficits.
Chicago faces a $982 million budget deficit mostly due to excessive retirement benefits and a failure to fund pensions, leading to fiscal instability.
Bar Owners and Alders Object Chicago's Alcohol Tax Hike Proposal
Chicago's proposed tax hike on alcohol aims to address a billion-dollar budget deficit but faces strong opposition from the bar and restaurant industry.
Opinion | What's the Matter With Chicago?
Chicago faces a $982 million budget deficit mostly due to excessive retirement benefits and a failure to fund pensions, leading to fiscal instability.
Bar Owners and Alders Object Chicago's Alcohol Tax Hike Proposal
Chicago's proposed tax hike on alcohol aims to address a billion-dollar budget deficit but faces strong opposition from the bar and restaurant industry.
Editorial: Voters should approve these three school parcel taxes
Voters should evaluate property tax measures carefully based on cost, duration, and existing tax structures to ensure informed decisions about school funding.
After a challenging 2024, here's what Toronto Mayor Chow has planned for 2025 | CBC News
Toronto residents may face another property tax hike in 2025 due to financial challenges and worker retention issues.
Editorial: Voters should approve these three school parcel taxes
Voters should evaluate property tax measures carefully based on cost, duration, and existing tax structures to ensure informed decisions about school funding.
After a challenging 2024, here's what Toronto Mayor Chow has planned for 2025 | CBC News
Toronto residents may face another property tax hike in 2025 due to financial challenges and worker retention issues.
CBO says huge tariffs would cut deficits but hike consumer prices
The CBO warns that imposing tariffs could raise inflation and disproportionately affect poorer households, despite potential long-term budget benefits.
With Trump's election, extending expiring tax cuts should be 'easy'
Trump and Republicans are likely to extend individual tax cuts that primarily benefit wealthy households, increasing national debt.
CBO says huge tariffs would cut deficits but hike consumer prices
The CBO warns that imposing tariffs could raise inflation and disproportionately affect poorer households, despite potential long-term budget benefits.
With Trump's election, extending expiring tax cuts should be 'easy'
Trump and Republicans are likely to extend individual tax cuts that primarily benefit wealthy households, increasing national debt.
SF Mayor London Breed slams SFUSD superintendent over school closure and merger plan
Mayor Breed calls for a pause on SFUSD's school closure plan, criticizing Superintendent Wayne's management amidst a budget crisis.
Fixing the lead problem in OUSD will be costly. Where will the district find the money?
Oakland Unified School District faces a dual crisis: a budget deficit and a costly lead contamination issue affecting school water sources.
East San Jose district narrows down school closures - San Jose Spotlight
East San Jose school district superintendent recommends closing seven schools and consolidating others due to budget deficits and declining enrollment.
Oakland teachers union opposes school mergers, says district budget not as dire as projected
The Oakland school district is considering merging schools to address a $78 million budget deficit, but parents oppose the plan.
California Legislature again rejects bill to make kindergarten mandatory
California's bill to mandate kindergarten attendance was rejected, highlighting ongoing challenges in making early education compulsory despite recognized benefits.
SF Mayor London Breed slams SFUSD superintendent over school closure and merger plan
Mayor Breed calls for a pause on SFUSD's school closure plan, criticizing Superintendent Wayne's management amidst a budget crisis.
Fixing the lead problem in OUSD will be costly. Where will the district find the money?
Oakland Unified School District faces a dual crisis: a budget deficit and a costly lead contamination issue affecting school water sources.
East San Jose district narrows down school closures - San Jose Spotlight
East San Jose school district superintendent recommends closing seven schools and consolidating others due to budget deficits and declining enrollment.
Oakland teachers union opposes school mergers, says district budget not as dire as projected
The Oakland school district is considering merging schools to address a $78 million budget deficit, but parents oppose the plan.
California Legislature again rejects bill to make kindergarten mandatory
California's bill to mandate kindergarten attendance was rejected, highlighting ongoing challenges in making early education compulsory despite recognized benefits.
Tennessee State could be heading toward a $46M deficit
Tennessee State University faces a $46 million deficit and ongoing financial struggles exacerbated by declining enrollment.
Neom is a '50-plus-year plan,' says Saudi Arabia's finance minister
Saudi Arabia's Neom project is part of a long-term economic diversification strategy under Vision 2030, emphasizing patience in expected returns.
Earnings tax refunds soar in St. Louis. Could near $40M by year's end.
St. Louis has refunded nearly $36 million in earnings taxes to remote workers, surpassing budget expectations and indicating the financial impact of remote work during the pandemic.
Ryanair threatens to drop 10 French regional airports over 'short-sighted' airline ticket tax hike
Ryanair threatens to reduce capacity at 10 French airports due to proposed tax hike, planning potential cuts by January 2025.
Walters: Newsom brags about California economy, but jobs data tells a different story
Governor Newsom boasts about California's economy, but data shows high unemployment rates and slow recovery compared to other states.
Democrats Accuse Newsom Administration Of Inflating Cost Of Failed Bills | KQED
California lawmakers accuse Newsom administration of inflating bill costs to block legislation.
Critics argue overestimated costs affect important health care bills.
Unprecedented accusations from Democratic lawmakers highlight internal tensions.
Democrats Accuse Newsom Administration Of Inflating Cost Of Failed Bills | KQED
California lawmakers accuse Newsom administration of inflating legislation costs to block bills, impacting critical mental health initiatives.
Good News for Newsom, as California Deficit Slashed From $68 Billion to Just $2 Billion
California's budget deficit has dramatically decreased from $68 billion to $2 billion, reflecting recovery after significant financial instability over recent years.
Walters: Newsom brags about California economy, but jobs data tells a different story
Governor Newsom boasts about California's economy, but data shows high unemployment rates and slow recovery compared to other states.
Democrats Accuse Newsom Administration Of Inflating Cost Of Failed Bills | KQED
California lawmakers accuse Newsom administration of inflating bill costs to block legislation.
Critics argue overestimated costs affect important health care bills.
Unprecedented accusations from Democratic lawmakers highlight internal tensions.
Democrats Accuse Newsom Administration Of Inflating Cost Of Failed Bills | KQED
California lawmakers accuse Newsom administration of inflating legislation costs to block bills, impacting critical mental health initiatives.
Good News for Newsom, as California Deficit Slashed From $68 Billion to Just $2 Billion
California's budget deficit has dramatically decreased from $68 billion to $2 billion, reflecting recovery after significant financial instability over recent years.
'We desperately need change': Council's plea as budget deficit could hit 120m
The ongoing budget deficit in local councils highlights the critical need for systemic funding reforms to avoid continuing debt.
Editorial: For Hayward City Council, keep Andrews, Zermeno, Goldstein, Bonilla
Experienced leadership is crucial for Hayward as it faces financial challenges including a growing budget deficit and significant employee retirement debt.
'We desperately need change': Council's plea as budget deficit could hit 120m
The ongoing budget deficit in local councils highlights the critical need for systemic funding reforms to avoid continuing debt.
Editorial: For Hayward City Council, keep Andrews, Zermeno, Goldstein, Bonilla
Experienced leadership is crucial for Hayward as it faces financial challenges including a growing budget deficit and significant employee retirement debt.
Tri-Valley: Early results in for Pleasanton mayor, sales tax measure
Jack Balch leads the mayoral race in Pleasanton, while the proposed sales tax measure struggles to pass.
Pleasanton residents campaign against half-cent sales tax measure
Residents are campaigning against Pleasanton's proposed half-cent sales tax to address expected budget shortfalls, advocating instead for alternative solutions.
Tri-Valley: Early results in for Pleasanton mayor, sales tax measure
Jack Balch leads the mayoral race in Pleasanton, while the proposed sales tax measure struggles to pass.
Pleasanton residents campaign against half-cent sales tax measure
Residents are campaigning against Pleasanton's proposed half-cent sales tax to address expected budget shortfalls, advocating instead for alternative solutions.
Kelly Ayotte, a Republican, Is Elected Governor of New Hampshire
Kelly Ayotte won the New Hampshire governorship, navigating a competitive race filled with challenges on issues like abortion, Trump support, and a looming budget deficit.
Relying on Oakland Coliseum sale could have 'catastrophic' outcome, advisor warned in June
Oakland's reliance on the Coliseum sale to cover a $177 million deficit has raised significant concerns about potential fiscal disaster if the deal fails.
Chicago implements hiring freeze to help tackle $1 billion deficit
Chicago is freezing hiring and limiting travel to address over $1 billion budget shortfalls through next year.
Morgan Hill hikes planning, building fees with some doubling in face of budget deficit
Morgan Hill City Council approved significant fee increases for developers to address a budget deficit, acknowledging it imposes an undue burden on them.
Relying on Oakland Coliseum sale could have 'catastrophic' outcome, advisor warned in June
Oakland's reliance on the Coliseum sale to cover a $177 million deficit has raised significant concerns about potential fiscal disaster if the deal fails.
Chicago implements hiring freeze to help tackle $1 billion deficit
Chicago is freezing hiring and limiting travel to address over $1 billion budget shortfalls through next year.
Morgan Hill hikes planning, building fees with some doubling in face of budget deficit
Morgan Hill City Council approved significant fee increases for developers to address a budget deficit, acknowledging it imposes an undue burden on them.
Treasury warns of difficult decisions in budget after September borrowing rise
The UK government must make tough budget decisions due to increased borrowing and public sector pay pressures, against a backdrop of inherited financial challenges.
Opinion: Vote Yes on Measure X to support Berkeley libraries
Berkeley Public Library offers diverse community services and faces budget cuts if Measure X does not pass.
France Prepares to Raise Taxes on Businesses and the Rich
Macron's government is shifting from tax cuts for the wealthy to potential tax increases in response to a budget deficit crisis.
Haringey Council set to blow budget by 20m - mostly due to costs of adult and children's social care
Haringey Council is projected to face a £20 million budget deficit due to increased social care costs and government underfunding over the past decade.
UC Berkeley's new chancellor plans to 'question the status quo' as he takes over
UC Berkeley is the top university for producing undergraduate-founded, venture-funded start-ups, highlighting its innovative culture and financial potential.
Starmer warns things worse than ever imagined' in first key speech as prime minister
Public finances are in worse shape than anticipated, with a 22 billion pound deficit impacting government budgeting.
Walters: California corporate tax battle affects billions Newsom needs to balance budget
California's corporate tax landscape remains contentious, influencing budget strategies and multinational corporation liabilities, as seen in the case involving Microsoft.
Milpitas adds existing sales tax measure to November ballot
Milpitas to add local tax measure on ballot to secure long-term funding for essential services.
Memo outlines the high cost of planning for Austin's environmental future - Austin Monitor
Funding environmental initiatives seen as a long-term investment with potential savings.
Andover educators vote no-confidence in superintendent in wake of post-strike layoffs
Educators in Andover support no-confidence vote against district superintendent amid budget deficit.
After Assembly issues apology for California's role in slavery, some reparations bills die in Senate
The California Assembly issued an official apology for the state's role in slavery, but reparations bills faced challenges in the Senate.
California could cut, delay services for undocumented residents in budget proposed by Newsom
Gov. Newsom's budget proposes cutting health services and delaying food benefits for undocumented Californians to address a $28 billion deficit.
KQED to lay off employees after buyout packages weren't enough
KQED is expected to lay off 18-25 employees after staff buyouts didn't completely address budget deficit.