Midwest

Wisconsin's governor-elect named Brian Pahnke budget director, Joel Brennan to head the Department of Administration, and Craig Thompson to lead transportation.

Cities across the state are looking for pension relief as J.B. Pritzker prepares to take the reins as governor.

S&P raised the Indiana capital's ad valorem tax-secured bonds to AA-plus.

Platte County remains at odds with holders of the $32 million Zona Rosa bond issue about its responsibility to cover debt service shortfalls.

How the Bond Buyer covered the disasters and challenges of 2018.

Myron Frans will remain the state's top fiscal officer under Gov.-elect Tim Walz.

Michigan governor elect Gretchen Whitmer takes over the governor's office from term-limited Republican Rick Snyder on Jan. 1.

Illinois Gov.-elect J.B. Pritkzer is tapping experienced fiscal hands for top positions in his administration.

Moody's raised the Art Institute of Chicago's rating in recognition of declining debt and stronger reserves.

The spending plan uses money generated by a new online sales tax and funds unspent by state agencies.