Northeast

The Albany city government could lose important state funding under New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's proposed fiscal 2018 budget.

Philadelphia's sugary beverage tax generated more than double the tax revenues projected in its first month.

Rhode Island Auditor Dennis Hoyle said he would probe expenses related to contractors and vendors connected to the failed United Healthcare Infrastructure Project computer system.

Some New York State lawmakers are pushing for a public vote on a proposed $5 billion bond to fund water infrastructure improvements.

Rhode Island’s pension fund earned $117 million in investment gains in January, Treasurer Seth Magaziner announced at a State Investment Commission meeting.

Massachusetts Treasurer Deborah Goldberg named Sue Perez and Sarah Kim deputy treasurers.

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio signed legislation that assigns the Independent Budget Office to create a report on the $2.8 billion of economic development tax breaks the city awards annually. The mayor also signed legislation that expands the boundaries of the DUMBO Business Improvement District.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo's planned $65 million cut in state aid to New York MTA worries authority board members.

Atlantic City is planning to issue $72 million in bonds to pay for its tax settlement with the Borgata casino.

New York's debate over reduced fares for lower income persons reflects a long-running tension among the state, city and public transit agencies.