News · NJ
Newark schools calls audit result a strong pass
EducationThe district describes a positive audit outcome, but that phrase does not identify the auditors’ formal opinion or detailed findings.
The Ballot New Jersey News DeskOct 3, 2026
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News · AK
LaFrance proposes steady budget, warns of fiscal cliff
Economy and jobsAnchorage Mayor LaFrance is seeking limited overall budget change while warning that the city faces greater financial pressure next year.
The Ballot Alaska DeskOct 3, 2026
News · OR
Portland chamber CEO sues city over arts tax increase
Economy and jobsThe Portland Metro Chamber’s CEO has sued Portland over an increase to the city’s arts tax.
The Ballot Oregon Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · TX
Houston council member ties tax relief to better pay
Economy and jobsA proposal would require companies to offer better pay before receiving tax relief in Houston.
The Ballot Texas News DeskOct 2, 2026
News · FL
Miami-Dade chase suspect held without bond
Public safetyA court ordered the suspect in a Miami-Dade carjacking case and police chase to remain in custody without bond.
The Ballot Florida DeskSep 30, 2026
News · WA
Seattle leaders challenge mayor’s proposed budget
Economy and jobsSeattle city leaders are pushing back on the mayor’s budget proposal, signaling disagreement before a final spending plan is settled.
The Ballot Washington Policy DeskSep 27, 2026
News · DE
Council member files county tax assessment complaint
Economy and jobsA Wilmington City Council member has asked the county to review a tax assessment through its complaint process.
The Ballot Delaware DeskSep 24, 2026
News · WA
Seattle mayor proposes more public safety spending, no new taxes
Economy and jobsThe mayor’s proposed city budget raises public safety spending while avoiding new taxes.
The Ballot Washington DeskSep 24, 2026
News · WA
Seattle mayor proposes more public safety spending
Economy and jobsThe mayor’s budget proposal raises public safety spending without adding new taxes, but it is not yet a final city budget.
The Ballot Washington DeskSep 23, 2026
News · WI
Johnson presents proposed 2027 Milwaukee budget
Economy and jobsMilwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson has presented his proposed city budget for 2027.
The Ballot Wisconsin News DeskSep 22, 2026
News · MN
Minneapolis schools propose closures amid budget challenges
EducationMinneapolis Public Schools is considering school closures as part of its response to budget challenges.
The Ballot Minnesota News DeskSep 16, 2026
News · TX
Conroe funds 51 Flock cameras as Texas governments pull back
Public safetyConroe continues paying for 51 cameras as Dallas plans a major reduction and 23 Texas governments reconsider Flock systems.
The Ballot Texas Policy DeskSep 15, 2026
News · IA
Des Moines council approves $11.5 million budget package
Economy and jobsThe package cuts staff and programs while raising fee revenue as the city prepares for limits on property tax growth.
The Ballot Iowa DeskSep 15, 2026
News · NE
OPS proposes 8.2-cent levy increase after aid shortfall
Economy and jobsOmaha Public Schools would also draw nearly from reserves under its proposed 2026-2027 budget.
The Ballot Nebraska Policy DeskSep 14, 2026
News · NE
Omaha schools propose 8.2-cent levy increase
EducationThe proposed levy increase is part of the district’s response to a reduction in state aid for this school year.
The Ballot Nebraska DeskSep 13, 2026
News · CO
Denver Post opposes proposed DPS property tax increase
Economy and jobsThe newspaper’s editorial board opposes the DPS proposal, though its headline does not explain the fiscal or policy reasons.
The Ballot Colorado News DeskSep 13, 2026