Sound Transit may push some projects out to 2052 amid $34.5B funding gap
(The Center Square) – Sitting $34.5 billion over budget, Sound Transit officials say they are committed to delivering the full voter-approved ST3 plan, despite talks of punting several projects down the road. The organization’s executive […]
Seattle seeks more transportation funding just two years into record $1.5B levy
(The Center Square) - Seattle is already looking for ways to generate more transportation funding, just two years after voters approved a $1.55 billion...
Illinois Dems eye $7B from new tax proposals, push ‘Billionaire Wealth Tax’
(The Center Square) – New tax proposals being considered in Springfield could bring nearly $7 billion in revenue to the state, according to advocates....
Spokane County may face service-level cuts to balance $25M deficit before 2027
(The Center Square) - Spokane County is now facing a $25 million general fund deficit ahead of next year, as projections continue to sour.
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State taxes, climate policy send Washington gas prices to record highs
(The Center Square) - Washington drivers are facing a brutal spring at the pump as gasoline prices in the state shatter all-time records, driven...