Budgets

Bill Glasgall of the Volcker Alliance and Bond Buyer Northeast Regional Editor Paul Burton will explore how states have balanced priorities during the pandemic, and what challenges await.

Federal aid boosts Chicago Public Schools as a sea change in governance looms with elected school board legislation awaiting the governor's signature.

“There’s been a lot of discussion about New York City and its future in the public domain. And when that happens it makes sense to solicit multiple opinions,” said Kroll Senior Managing Director Karen Daly.

In his lawsuit in state Supreme Court, the New York city comptroller seeks a return of oversight to his office,

State Treasurer Folwell praised officials in two towns for taking concrete steps to pass responsible budgets and avoid a state takeover.

By contrast to the circus surrounding the Board of Elections, the City Council quickly passed a record $98.7 billion spending plan drama-free.

The Board of Elections acknowledged a major error in Tuesday's update. Outgoing Mayor Bill de Blasio and the City Council, meanwhile, are finalizing a $98.7 billion FY22 budget.

The costs of legal settlements in California police misconduct cases would be posted on city and county websites if the bill passes.

India Walton, a registered nurse and union activist, stands to become the first self-declared socialist to oversee a major American city in decades.

The county that includes Chicago projects a surplus this year that will replenish a reserve draw and a modest $121 million gap is projected next year.