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Hochul Rejects NYC PTET Cut as Mamdani Seeks $1 Billion to Plug Budget Gap

The governor’s refusal leaves a large hole as the city races toward a June 30 balanced‑budget requirement.

San Bernardino Councilmember Treasure Ortiz Charged With Eavesdropping Over Alleged Police Recording

Cleveland Heights Releases Court-Ordered Body-Cam Video of Recalled Mayor’s Wife Berating Seren

Florida Task Force Flags $279 Million in Hillsborough Spending as Ingoglia Expands Local Audits