Metra agreed to pay lobbyist as much as $4.65M as agency braces for budget crisis
Metra agreed to pay its lobbyist as much as $4.65 million in part for work related to a looming transit...
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An Interview With A Fired NOAA Budget Analyst
Growing up, Sabrina Valenti felt like she was genetically predetermined to work for the government. Her dad's father was in...
Hochul punts NY reparations commission in new budget, but adds $5M to cost
Gov. Kathy Hochul is calling for a one-year extension on her New York reparations commission, adding $5 million to the...
Donald Trump’s words of opposition stop a bipartisan budget deal in its tracks with Musk’s help – Chicago Tribune
WASHINGTON — President-elect Donald Trump delivered a likely death blow to bipartisan congressional budget negotiations, rejecting the measure as full...
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s new budget plan has no property tax hike
Mayor Brandon Johnson’s latest plan to try to get aldermen to pass his budget for 2025 contains no increase in...
Luxury gifts under $500 if budget isn’t an issue
Timeless gifts that last are worth a hefty price tag for many shoppers.Finding a uniquely thoughtful gift, whether you're shopping...
Michigan Gov. Whitmer’s $23.4B education budget draws backlash from teachers’ unions over pensions, resources
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a $23.4 billion education budget Tuesday that’s been met with a surprising...
Chicago Public Schools releases its $9.9 billion budget for 2024-25 school year
In releasing its proposed $9.9 billion budget, Chicago Public Schools announced Wednesday that the district balanced a deficit that ballooned...
Cook County unveils $218 million budget gap for 2025 – Chicago Tribune
Good afternoon, Chicago.Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle is projecting a $218 million budget gap next year, largely driven by...
