In One Chart: American cities and states have issued $72 billion of pension bonds. Here’s what that means
State and local governments often think that issuing debt to pay down their unfunded pension liabilities, but there are lots of reasons to be wary of the practice......»»
Distribution of $209M Volkswagen settlement reshuffled among Texas cities
Among the many settlements Volkswagen AG agreed to in the wake of its emissions scandal was $3 billion to American states to help cut pollution. For a while, it looked like Texas' portion of the carmaker's payout would pass over Austin. Now that'.....»»
Market Extra: Cities and towns are about to get $65 billion in stimulus from Washington. Here’s what to know about the American Rescue Plan
Massive amounts of often unexpected federal stimulus are about to hit local jurisdictions. Here are four things city officials and public-finance observers will be watching for......»»
Here"s how much 10-county Pittsburgh region is getting from $350B American Rescue Plan
The U.S. Department of the Treasury on Monday revealed the breakout of the $350 billion American Rescue Plan and how much will be awarded to counties and cities in the Pittsburgh region. That includes $335 million to Pittsburgh itself and almost .....»»
American Cities That Added Jobs During the Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating effect on the United States. Health authorities have reported over 31 million cases and 560,000 deaths as of April 9. The American economy has suffered as........»»
If You Move To These Cities, The American Dream Is Still Achievable
If You Move To These Cities, The American Dream Is Still Achievable Owning a piece of 'The American Dream' - if all that means to you is buying a house - has become out of reach for many (if not most Amercians) a.....»»
American Airlines to issue $5 billion of bonds, enter $2.5 billion term loan facility to repay loan owed to U.S. Treasury
American Airlines Group Inc. .....»»
$350 Billion Covid "Bailout" To States, Cities, And Counties: Here Are Biggest Winners And Losers
$350 Billion Covid "Bailout" To States, Cities, And Counties: Here Are Biggest Winners And Losers Authored by Adam Andrzejewski, origin.....»»
About 90% of Americans have been ordered to stay at home. This map shows which cities and states are under lockdown.
William Campbell-Corbis via Getty Images Thirty-nine states, Washington, DC, Guam, and Puerto Rico have issued stay-at-home orders, encouraging.....»»
Many Majority-Black Cities Excluded From Fed"s Municipal Liquidity Facility
Many Majority-Black Cities Excluded From Fed's Municipal Liquidity Facility The Federal Reserve's Municipal Liquidity Facility (MLF) will provide $500 billion in loans to states and cities during these challenging .....»»
This chart shows the glaring pay gap between men and women in 25 major US cities
Chris Crisman Photography In 2018, American women earned 18.8% les.....»»
Department Of Labor"s Paid Leave Clarification Limits Those Eligible To Use It
After many states, cities, and counties issued "safe.....»»
More than half of all Americans have been ordered to stay at home. This map shows which cities and states are under lockdown.
William Campbell-Corbis via Getty Images Twenty-three states have issued stay-at-home orders, encouraging isolation measures to prevent the spread of the corona.....»»
Today"s Pickup: Traffic Speeds Up In Major Cities As More People Stay Home
Good day, With more than a dozen states now having issued stay-at-home orders, fewer people than ever are now traveling. Inrix, which tracks traffic around the globe, has done a deep dive into the impacts of the COVID-19 virus on commuting. read more.....»»
Nearly a third of Americans are now under orders to stay home — here"s a running list of lockdowns in states and cities
Shannon Stapleton/Reuters On March 19, California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a state-wide "stay at home" order, shutting down all non-essential businesses. Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Louisiana, New York, .....»»
Market Extra: The coronavirus crisis could see 37 million jobs lost, and these workers will be the hardest hit, chart shows
The scale of job losses is likely to hit unprecedented levels in the coming weeks and months as business activity in cities, municipalities and states are brought to a sudden halt in an attempt to lessen the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic......»»
Market Extra: 37 million jobs could be lost in the coronavirus crisis and these workers will be the hardest hit, chart shows
The scale of job losses is likely to hit unprecedented levels in the coming weeks and months as business activity in cities, municipalities and states are brought to a sudden halt in an attempt to lessen the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic......»»
California has issued a statewide "stay at home" order, while other states have shutdown bars and restaurants. Here are all the places taking drastic measures to curb the spread of coronavirus.
Jack Taylor/Shutterstock Several US cities and states have taken major steps meant to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus. On March 19, California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued a state-.....»»
Coronavirus update: 174,961 cases, 6,705 deaths, American business goes into lockdown
The number of newly identified COVID-19 cases in the U.S. soared over the weekend, and now some cities and states are moving into lockdown mode, with schools, bars, restaurants, and other large gathering spaces shutting down for weeks at a time......»»
Coronavirus update: 169,387 cases, 6,513 deaths, American business goes into lockdown
The number of newly identified COVID-19 cases in the U.S. soared over the weekend, and now some cities and states are moving into lockdown mode, with schools, bars, restaurants, and other large gathering spaces shutting down for weeks at a time......»»
America’s Best and Worst States for Pets
Regardless of how strong or weak the economy is, Americans will always spend money on their pets. The American Pet Products Association estimates that in 2019 Americans spent $75.4 billion on items........»»