Here's what stays open, what closes during a government shutdown

During a government shutdown, only programs deemed essential for protecting life and property are kept operational.

Property tax increase being floated as Toronto missing key housing funds from feds, province

A potential property tax increase is being floated at City Hall as officials determine how to cover a gap in housing funds ...

What happens if a hurricane makes landfall while the government is shut down

Both NOAA and FEMA are entering the shutdown in weakened states, having shed experienced staff since the start of the Trump ...

Twin Falls approves guaranteed maximum price for renovations to old city council building

TWIN FALLS, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) — Twin Falls City Council approved a guaranteed maximum price for a remodeling of an old city ...
Appeal-Democrat

LO council presented options to fix budget

The Live Oak City Council will consider budget cutting measures and renegotiating its contracts for police and fire services with the County of Sutter during its Wednesday, Oct. 1 meeting.
Cascadia Daily News

Proposed Bellingham city budget includes layoffs and service reductions, new sales tax

Cuts will mean less park maintenance, shorter library hours. The mayor said she bears decision 'with a heavy heart' ...
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ROY HAVEMANN AND CLAIRE BISSEKER: SA’s remarkable growth decline — and how to avoid a repeat

SA has unlocked a virtuous cycle of investment, business confidence and growth before, and against far greater odds ...