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Illinois measure some warn will increase energy costs cued for Pritzker’s desk

Friday, January 10 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – Modifications to Illinois’ renewable energy policies that are soon to head to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s desk could increase costs to taxpayers and ratepayers, some...

Gambling revenue grows as mobile sports betting catches heat over social costs

Saturday, December 21 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) − In 2024, casinos generated $791.8 million in tax revenue for the state. Mobile sports wagering accounted for over $50 million. ...

Bossier City Council approves construction costs, redresses clerk salaries

Saturday, December 21 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) — The Bossier City Council financed and amended construction projects and agreed to new salaries and city jobs during their meeting this week. ...

Miami-Fort Lauderdale metro area has highest living costs in Florida

Friday, December 13 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – The Miami-Fort Lauderdale-Pompano Beach metro area has the highest living costs in Florida, according to a new report. ...

Increase in food costs drives rise in inflation

Thursday, December 12 by The Center Square

Newly released inflation data shows a rise in producer prices this week. The...

Op-Ed: Legal system abuse drives up Louisiana auto insurance costs

Monday, December 9 by The Center Square

The Insurance Research Council (IRC) recently released a report on auto insurance affordability in Louisiana. Unfortunately, the findings are not new. As has been the case for years,...

CA lawmakers unveil bills to reduce rising fuel, drug costs

Wednesday, December 4 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) - With the state legislature’s new priority on reducing the state’s high cost of living, both Republican and Democratic lawmakers are rolling out proposals to...

Incoming Pierce County executive says housing costs, homelessness top priorities

Tuesday, December 3 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – Pierce County Executive-elect Ryan Mello announced his agenda for 2025, including plans to increase the region’s affordable housing capacity and reduce homelessness. ...

Spokane County balances 2025 budget, cutting costs and using part of available fund balance

Tuesday, December 3 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – Spokane County passed its 2025 budget on Monday, decreasing total spending by nearly 6% while using up $57.4 million of its overall fund balance. ...

Substantial policy moves sought for Georgia child care costs

Monday, December 2 by The Center Square

(The Center Square) – State Sen. Brian Strickland said he hopes the Legislature will make “substantial policy moves in the coming years” to address child care issues for...