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city budget

Chicago's Big Money Move Hits a Snag

December 17, 2025

Chicago's mayor, Brandon Johnson, has a plan to borrow a huge amount of money. He wants to sell bonds worth $3. 8 billion. But not everyone is on board with this idea. One city council member, Alderman Bill Conway, is pushing back. He thinks the amount is too high. He wants to cut it down by more t

politics

Joliet's 2026 Budget: New Jobs and Big Salaries

December 13, 2025

Joliet is looking at some big changes in its 2026 budget. The city plans to add 11 new jobs, with some of them paying over $100, 000. This news comes as the city council gets ready to vote on the budget. The total cost for these new salaries is almost $920, 000. That's a lot of money, but the good

crime

Cleveland's Gunfire Detection Dilemma: Is ShotSpotter Worth the Cost?

November 20, 2025

Cleveland has been testing a high-tech tool called ShotSpotter to detect gunshots. This system is supposed to help police respond quickly to gunfire. Researchers from Cleveland State University looked into over 87, 000 alerts from ShotSpotter. They also talked to people living in the area and police

business

A Finance Director's Journey: Chris Cardott's 20-Year Impact on Rochelle

October 27, 2025

Chris Cardott, Rochelle's Finance Director, is stepping down after two decades of service. Her career began with an accounting degree from the University of Illinois, followed by a stint at a local bank. She then returned home to lead the Northern Illinois University Credit Union for nearly a decade

opinion

Denver's Debt Dilemma: Who Really Pays for Our Parks and Roads?

July 28, 2025

Denver's leaders are pushing for more bonds to fund new parks, recreation centers, and roads. But bonds are not free money. They are loans that must be repaid with interest. This means that every time the city takes on more debt, it is the taxpayers who will ultimately foot the bill. Bonds are ofte

finance

A Bold Plan to Combat Property Crime in Kansas City

September 13, 2024

The city of Kansas City is taking a proactive approach to tackle the rising issue of property crime, particularly affecting small businesses. The city council and mayor have proposed an ordinance that aims to provide financial assistance to these businesses to help them repair damages or invest in s