Northeast

New York State could save billions on public infrastructure projects by authorizing design-build procurement practices widely used across the country, a Rudin Center report says.

New York State is releasing $75 million to accelerate resurfacing projects on roads that suffered widespread damage from a harsh winter season, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced.

In a new book on the city’s financial collapse, investigative reporter and author Chris Papst calls Harrisburg, Pa. a crime victim for which justice has yet to materialize.

Mayor Bill de Blasio and the City Council agree on a $78.5 billion fiscal 2016 budget for New York City that includes 1,300 new police officers.

The finance committee of New York's MTA approved a motion to authorize the use of variable rate refunding bonds in connection with targeted refunding bonds.

New York MTA board member Allen Cappelli proposed adding $30 million to the authority’s budget to restore more services that were cut in 2010.

Rhode Island asset manager Michael Riley has asked the SEC to examine the Providence, R.I., pension fund over a $62 million spike in its unfunded liability.

As Atlantic City's once thriving gambling industry deteriorates in the face of increased regional competition, some New Jersey lawmakers say the way to keep betting revenue in the Garden State is to authorize casinos near New York.

New York MTA Chairman Thomas Prendergast remains confident in getting approval of a five-year capital program, which is sitting in limbo.