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2 days ago

Walters: As California's economy limps along, why is Gavin Newsom always boasting?

California's economy is not as robust as claimed, highlighted by historical budget surplus corrections leading to deficits.

Newsom claims Trump's tariffs will reduce California revenues by $16 billion

Trump's tariffs predicted to decrease California's revenues by $16 billion through 2026, impacting state budget plans.

California

Newsom to ask California Legislature for another $2.8 billion to cover Medi-Cal cost overruns

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2 days ago

Walters: As California's economy limps along, why is Gavin Newsom always boasting?

California's economy is not as robust as claimed, highlighted by historical budget surplus corrections leading to deficits.

Newsom claims Trump's tariffs will reduce California revenues by $16 billion

Trump's tariffs predicted to decrease California's revenues by $16 billion through 2026, impacting state budget plans.

California

Newsom to ask California Legislature for another $2.8 billion to cover Medi-Cal cost overruns

Pause is 'not good enough': Health facility workers, patients, and advocates rally to oppose closures

Gov. Maura Healey paused plans to close two state health facilities amid protests from advocates and staff.

Brooklyn

PREMIUMSpotlight: Talking budget: Involuntary commitment

Involuntary commitment has become a significant and controversial issue in New York City, especially regarding mental health and homelessness.

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NYS budget deal includes "bell-to-bell" school cellphone ban. Here's how it would work.

New York's Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed a $254 billion budget including a statewide ban on cellphones in schools.

The ban aims to enhance children's mental health by eliminating distractions.

NYC politics

Mayor Adams scores wins on discovery laws, involuntary removal changes in state budget deal | amNewYork

NYC politics

PREMIUMSpotlight: Talking budget: Involuntary commitment

Boston

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3 months ago

Pause is 'not good enough': Health facility workers, patients, and advocates rally to oppose closures

Gov. Maura Healey paused plans to close two state health facilities amid protests from advocates and staff.

Brooklyn

PREMIUMSpotlight: Talking budget: Involuntary commitment

Involuntary commitment has become a significant and controversial issue in New York City, especially regarding mental health and homelessness.

fromCbsnews

NYS budget deal includes "bell-to-bell" school cellphone ban. Here's how it would work.

New York's Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed a $254 billion budget including a statewide ban on cellphones in schools.

The ban aims to enhance children's mental health by eliminating distractions.

NYC politics

Mayor Adams scores wins on discovery laws, involuntary removal changes in state budget deal | amNewYork

NYC politics

PREMIUMSpotlight: Talking budget: Involuntary commitment

These Democratic governors are trying to curb health care for unauthorized immigrants

Democratic governors are reconsidering immigrant health insurance policies due to budget constraints.

Boston real estate

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Healey administration calls for hiring freeze amid federal funding concerns

Massachusetts to freeze hiring in the executive branch to manage finances amid federal funding concerns.

When Taxpayers Fund Shows Like Blue Bloods' and S.N.L.,' Does It Pay Off?

New Yorkers contribute significantly to film and TV production incentives, raising questions about the returns on these investments.

Gov. Hochul plans to double film subsidies, igniting debate on economic efficacy of such tax credits.

Inflation refund checks will come to millions of New Yorkers this fall

New Yorkers will receive up to $400 rebate checks to address inflation concerns.

Exclusive | Senate GOPers push back on $10M taxpayer-funded Tish James 'slush fund' that could pay her legal bills

Senate Republicans oppose a $10 million fund in the New York budget that may cover Attorney General Tish James' legal fees.

Concerns revolve around the misappropriation of taxpayer dollars for private legal matters.

Progressive groups squeeze NY lawmakers over discovery law, involuntary commitments - holding up state budget

Progressive groups are pressuring New York lawmakers to oppose Governor Hochul's proposals, causing a delay in the state budget approval process.

fromGothamist

Gov. Hochul got her budget priorities. Will they win her reelection votes?

Hochul must effectively communicate her $254 billion budget's benefits to voters ahead of the 2026 election.

NYC politics

Nix the taxpayer-funded legal-defense slush fund for Letitia James- and any other state pol facing federal investigation

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When Taxpayers Fund Shows Like Blue Bloods' and S.N.L.,' Does It Pay Off?

New Yorkers contribute significantly to film and TV production incentives, raising questions about the returns on these investments.

Gov. Hochul plans to double film subsidies, igniting debate on economic efficacy of such tax credits.

Inflation refund checks will come to millions of New Yorkers this fall

New Yorkers will receive up to $400 rebate checks to address inflation concerns.

Exclusive | Senate GOPers push back on $10M taxpayer-funded Tish James 'slush fund' that could pay her legal bills

Senate Republicans oppose a $10 million fund in the New York budget that may cover Attorney General Tish James' legal fees.

Concerns revolve around the misappropriation of taxpayer dollars for private legal matters.

Progressive groups squeeze NY lawmakers over discovery law, involuntary commitments - holding up state budget

Progressive groups are pressuring New York lawmakers to oppose Governor Hochul's proposals, causing a delay in the state budget approval process.

fromGothamist

Gov. Hochul got her budget priorities. Will they win her reelection votes?

Hochul must effectively communicate her $254 billion budget's benefits to voters ahead of the 2026 election.

NYC politics

Nix the taxpayer-funded legal-defense slush fund for Letitia James- and any other state pol facing federal investigation

NYS Dems pack budget full of 'self-serving' perks, watchdog group has 'nothing positive to say' about it

Democratic lawmakers are using the state budget to implement self-serving policies that may aid their reelection efforts.

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NYC politics

New York State Budget Includes $68B MTA Capital Plan, Boosts Transit Security

NYC politics

NYC Mayor Adams makes last-minute push to cut taxes for low-income earners as Albany haggles over budget

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New York State Budget Includes $68B MTA Capital Plan, Boosts Transit Security

New York's 2026 budget prioritizes subway safety with significant investments in law enforcement, safety upgrades, and mental health services.

NYC Mayor Adams makes last-minute push to cut taxes for low-income earners as Albany haggles over budget

Mayor Eric Adams proposed to cut income taxes for low-income New Yorkers to alleviate financial burdens, particularly for working-class families.

MTA now ready to find $3B in savings after NYS budget falls short of massive $68B proposal: 'Welcome the challenge'

MTA head Janno Lieber sees $3 billion shortfall in state funding as a challenge to self-fund and improve project efficiency.

Could NYC Penn Station become Trump Station? Here's what Gov. Hochul had to say

Governor Kathy Hochul is open to renaming Penn Station after Trump if he invests heavily in its redevelopment.

NYC real estate

fromtherealdeal.com

The Daily Dirt: Lawmakers float using $1.3B Penn funds for housing

Governor Hochul has freed up $800 million originally for Penn Station's redesign, suggesting potential use for affordable housing and green spaces instead.

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Could NYC Penn Station become Trump Station? Here's what Gov. Hochul had to say

Governor Kathy Hochul is open to renaming Penn Station after Trump if he invests heavily in its redevelopment.

NYC real estate

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