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Fitch downgraded the Ohio-based system to BBB-minus, leaving its rating at the lowest investment grade, matching ProMedica's Moody's rating.

Howard Cure of Evercore Wealth Management and Maria Doulis of the Citizens Budget Commission examine variables related to the city's FY21 spending plan amid the coronavirus pandemic, a deep recession and civil unrest. Paul Burton hosts.

Casino tax legislation is “credit positive” for the city, Moody's said; Fitch downgraded ratings for Chicago water, sewer and school district revenue bonds.

Fewer fliers due to the coronavirus pandemic sparked a second downgrade to Port Authority of New York and New Jersey-issued bonds sold for Kennedy Airport.

Texas faces a shortfall of $4.8 billion at the end of fiscal year 2021, Comptroller Glenn Hegar reported.

The Federal Reserve could discuss yield curve control, but some feel it may not be needed.

Municipals stronger ahead of this week's summer supply slate as Congress debates a potential fiscal stimulus package.

Ports went into the pandemic with strong revenue models, though they say they need help to ensure they make good on their debts.

The $3.7 billion measure would do more than just fix and replace schools. It could remedy an historic injustice, officials say.

Due to coronavirus and the resulting lockdowns and office closures, ridership on the commuter rail line linking San Francisco and San Jose is down about 95%.

Former Fed Chair Janet Yellen referenced a study from the Center on Budget and Policy that suggests the shortfall for just states was $555 billion through 2022. Bernanke agrees.

Both the American Hospital Association and the American Council on Education had urged the Fed to offer nonprofits a lower borrowing rate.

Revised plan addresses concerns the council had when it rejected the initial version in November.

S&P conducted its review of Assured Guaranty and views the firm's approach to writing business in current market conditions as well thought out and measured.

A COVID-19-driven decline in lottery revenue led Oregon postpone a $302 million bond sale because the deal wouldn't meet an additional bonds test.

The shroud of uncertainty surrounding further COVID-19 federal rescue aid has many public transit agencies and advocates antsy.

A $9.9 billion emergency bonding bill approved by the Democratic-controlled state legislature Thursday will likely face a legal battle.

The bond-financed Chicago-area hotel and conference center remains shuttered as a result of the coronavirus health crisis.

Rick Kolman and Al Kirton of Academy Securities talk about the state of the public power sector today – the challenges and opportunities that exist for investors.

Residents will vote on the proposal, which would focus on poverty, health and housing, in November.