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Stephen Miran will take unpaid leave from and might seek to return to President Trump's Council of Economic Advisers, he said, raising conflict of interest questions in his nomination hearing for a seat on the Federal Reserve Board.

The Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook and allegations of mortgage fraud, allegations that spurred President Trump to terminate her position on the Fed Board last week. Cook is challenging the president's authority to remove her in court.

A injunction blocked the service cuts that would have balanced SEPTA's budget. 

Controller Chris Hollins warned the city lacks sufficient reserves to deal with weather-related disasters in the face of reduced federal financial assistance.

Moody's revised Chicago's outlook to stable from positive and affirmed the city's Baa3 issuer and general obligation unlimited tax ratings.

"Ozi's focus on building lasting relationships and his prudent risk management make him well-suited for this leadership role," said Charles Peck, Wells Fargo's head of municipal products.

The Chicago Board of Education passed a balanced $10.26 billion budget that leaves the city government to pick up non-teacher pension contributions.

"As soon as you step back from the table, you may wind up on it," NABL's chief policy officer said.

Philadelphia's economy has been growing. But deep cuts Pennsylvania may impose on the regional public transportion system could have serious negative impacts.

The state will tap reserve funds, close tax loopholes and cut spending to address a more than $1 billion shortfall in its fiscal 2026 budget.

If the SEC grants exemptive relief to firms seeking to offer a multi-class structure, "we will see more ETFs of actively managed municipal bond strategies."

The rating agency cited increases in enrollment and improved net tuition revenues.

Federal Reserve Gov. Lisa Cook filed a lawsuit in federal court Thursday morning seeking an injunction against President Trump's "illegal attempt" to remove her from the Fed board. The suit claims Trump has not demonstrated "cause" for her removal under the Fed statute.

Transit expert and former MTA head "Train Daddy" Andy Byford is in charge of the $7 billion renovation.

A Category 5 hurricane could lead to more than $200 billion in damage, Moody's Analytics said in a report released before the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.

Analysts Chris Collins and Melissa Nicandri were among the 64 passengers and crew aboard American Airlines flight 5342. The Bond Buyer will honor them at the Rising Stars dinner.

Paul Chatalas, director of capital markets for the state, said the six series of bonds drew "aggressive bids."

Big changes made by the House to a high-priority bill targeting cities and counties were rejected by the Senate, sending the measure to a conference committee.

PREPA bondholders who back the Oversight Board's proposed deal say it will lose their support if not confirmed by Oct. 1.

Legislation passed in Texas and other Southwest states this year seeks to increase or explore funding sources to finance water supply and infrastructure.