Far West

Water agencies formed a joint powers authority to oversee construction on the $16.3 billion WaterFix project.

Seattle-based icons Amazon and Starbucks are among those criticizing the tax.

Spokane Public Schools officials are exploring the possibility of placing a major bond measure on the November ballot that would move up the timetable for building three new middle schools and replacing three others.

Healthcare giant Catholic Health Initiatives now has a stable outlook on its Baa1 rating from Moody's Investors Service.

Using bond proceeds to fund a Jobs program would be illegal, says Barbara Parker, Oakland's city attorney.

A vote by California energy commissioners to require solar panels on new homes is credit negative for utilities, Moody's said.

Gov. Jerry Brown unveiled budget proposals that bolster reserves and favor one-time costs.

The bonds will help complete a new hospital wing at Marin General Hospital.

Strong personal income tax revenues in California and Connecticut could be a harbinger for other states.

Mountain View is considering a business tax in which Google could pay up to $5.4 million a year.