Podcasts about city budget

On Thursday's show: Houston Mayor John Whitmire clashed with the city's chief financial officer, Controller Chris Hollins, during the city council meeting this week after the controller's office presented an explosive report on overtime expenditures by the police, fire, and solid waste departments. We learn more and get an update on other developments affecting the city from News 88.7 reporter Dominic Anthony Walsh.Also this hour: Houston native Debbie Allen talks about an effort to help people understand what it's like to live with diabetes.Then, we talk with Cary Darling, entertainment editor for the Houston Chronicle, about Goldstone, the film he's presenting for the Movies Houstonians Love series at the MFAH.And we learn about Black Restaurant Week, which is marking its tenth year highlighting Black-owned restaurants across the city.

03.25.25 Pam Cook is joined by Crystal Smith, City Council at Large

L.A.'s financial problems exploded into a full-blown crisis on Wednesday, with the city's top budget official announcing that next year's shortfall is now just shy of $1 billion, making layoffs "nearly inevitable."City Administrative Officer Matt Szabo advised the City Council to focus on cost-cutting measures, including a potential reduction in the size of the workforce, to bring the budget into balance for 2025-26.Szabo, in his presentation to the council Wednesday, attributed the city's financial woes, in part, to increased spending on legal payouts, which have ballooned over the last few years. Tax revenues have been coming in much weaker than expected — and are expected to soften further in the upcoming budget year, which starts July 1.

Greg spoke to Josh Matlow, Toronto city councillor (St. Pauls) about Toronto to buy 17 new fire trucks from Canadian firms as part of tariff response. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Greg spoke to Josh Matlow, Toronto city councillor (St. Pauls) about Toronto to buy 17 new fire trucks from Canadian firms as part of tariff response. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 On Monday's show: Ahead of an appearance at Space Center Houston to premiere his film The Moonwalkers, we discuss all things space with actor, producer, director, and aerospace advocate Tom Hanks.Also this hour: We get some updates on developments in the city of Houston, including Mayor John Whitmire's plans for a hiring freeze as the city faces a more than $330 million budget deficit and plans for a 700,000-square foot expansion of the George R. Brown Convention Center.Then, Meg Tapp from The Garden Club of Houston answers gardening questions, which you can send yours to talk@houstonmatters.org.And we get an update on Houston sports Jeff Balke, co-host of the Bleav in Astros podcast.

This week Scott breaks down another week of budget hearings for the City of Knoxville and a public meeting of Sheriff Tom Spangler and Commissioner Damon Rawls to discuss Sheriff's Office policies. UT President Randy Boyd goes public on concerns over Federal Funding in the UT system, whileEnergy Secretary Chris White made a quick visit to ORNL. In this week's sports section, Scott talks about the announcement by Visit Knoxville on hosting the AAU girls basketball championships and a quick run-through of the promotional events schedule for the Knoxville Smokies' inaugural season in Covenant Health Park.   Dont forget to share this free service of CompassKnox.com

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a new list of potential city programs (and cuts) the Seattle City Council is considering, a new development for Seattle's transportation levy, an unorthodox pre-emptive initiative proposal to protect the so-called "Parents' Bill of Rights," the first meeting of a Seattle committee meant to respond to federal policy changes, and a re-opening of bus stops in a Seattle neighborhood that needs good public safety news. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features a presentation from Interim Indianola City Manager Wade Wagoner at the Indianola City Council meeting Monday.

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Hour 3 - A budget deficit is still being forecast, but the Wichita City Council is getting a new report saying the deficit my not be as bad as previously forecast.

If you listened last week, you were set up for the big news this week. The mayor is flexing his muscles. We’ll explain the difference between eliminating a position and firing someone and what happened to the now former top bureaucrat at the city. And the parents guide is coming out. Jakob and Andrea here have been working hard on it. We’ll talk. SHOW NOTES INTRO 00:00:00 Intro What our supporters have to say. SEGMENT 1 00:03:00 The Reader and Alt Weeklies KPBS: San Diego Reader ends print edition after 52 years The Union-Tribune: A cultural shift you can’t deny’: San Diego Reader ceases printing and goes fully digital The Times of San Diego: San Diego Reader Ends 52-Year Print Run, But Will Keep the Alt-Press Faith Online The Reader Instagram account: Not ended, but changed. The San Diego Reader is now SanDiegoReader.com! SEGMENT 2 00:13:15 The Chula Vista School Board Drama VOSD: Why a Chula Vista School Board Member Ran for a Seat He Already Held Chula Vista Elementary School District trustees Francisco Tamayo and Lucy Ugarte allegedly ‘conspired’ to take control of the district’s school board by ousting a Democratic board member they disliked and replacing her with an ally. The maneuver resulted in a Republican being appointed to the board. Now, Tamayo and Ugarte face a possible censure from their political party. by Jim Hinch SEGMENT 3 00:19:12 Strong Mayor Gloria YouTube: Mayor Gloria to Announce Operational Efficiencies, Reductions for City Budget 2/18/2025 VOSD:Mayor Gloria Tries to Save the Strong Mayor by Scott Lewis VOSD: Mayor Dismisses Embattled COO and Takes Reins of City Management Chief Operating Officer Eric Dargan is out and department executives will now report directly to the mayor. by Will Huntsberry YouTube: “Bueller?” SEGMENT 4 00:40:09 The 2025 edition of A Parent’s Guide to San Diego Schools (7th Edition) VOSD: The Learning Curve: The Schools Guide Has Arrived The 2025 edition of A Parent’s Guide to San Diego Schools comes packed with all of the data you’ve come to rely on, plus two new exclusive metrics to help parents make sense of local schools. VOSD: A Parent’s Guide to San Diego Schools (download or order a hardcopy) Voice of San Diego’s 2025 Parent’s Guide to San Diego Schools helps families make informed decisions for their child’s education. The Guide explains school choice opportunities and enrollment deadlines, what’s available for after-school care, school performance data in an easy-to-use format and much more. The Guide is generously supported by The Girard Foundation, David and Annie Malcolm, Girl Scouts San Diego, Nordson Corporation, Brian Connelly & Associates, Carmel Valley Test Prep, and all of our members. TRT 00:50:57 Scott Lewis, CEO and editor in chief at Voice of San Diego. Andrea Lopez-Villafaña, managing editor Bella Ross, social media producer Jakob McWhinney, education reporter and theme music composer. Xavier Vasquez, podcast producer Journalism is integral to a healthy democracy: Support independent, investigative journalism in San Diego County. Become a Member: Voice Member BenefitsJoin today and receive insider access.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Friday so we're talking about the big news this week in Houston! Host Raheel Ramzanali is joined by conservative commentator Charles Blain of Urban Reform Institute and education advocate and attorney Monica Flores Richart. They discuss why Houston's budget deficit has ballooned and how Mayor Whitmire thinks he can cut costs. Plus, why students are protesting for more security at the University of Houston, and since it's Valentine's Day, we're sharing why we LOVE H-town!  Stories we talked about on today's show:  UH students demand increased security after string of campus violence Houston weather expert says cuts to NOAA could be ‘catastrophic' Mayor Whitmire unveils study on waste as Houston faces daunting budget deficit Houston residents face higher violent, property crime rates than other major cities, study finds Houston Restaurants Continue to Be the Victims of Break-Ins A shorter summer vacation? These Houston schools tried it — and not everyone got on board. HISD's final proposed 2025-26 calendar would not give students day off for Muslim holiday of Eid Harris County faces $130 million shortfall for subdivision flood control projects Mo Season 2 is an emotional homecoming Learn more about the sponsors of this February 14th episode here: Visit Amarillo Downtown Houston+ Inprint The Village School Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Thursday's show: Government spending isn't just under scrutiny in Washington. We find out what a new study suggests about how the City of Houston could be more efficient.Also this hour: On Feb. 19, Houston's Chester Street Foundation is holding its third annual symposium to help those who work with kids spot and address childhood trauma. We talk with the organization's founder, a survivor of childhood trauma himself, about how a wide range of experiences can traumatize children and affect them in adulthood if not addressed.Then, we're in a fast-changing, amped-up political and social climate right now that has left some Houstonians' stress levels at an all-time high. How can we better manage all that stress?And we learn how research for a book about a 19th century distiller led Fawn Weaver to become the first African-American woman to own a major spirits brand, Uncle Nearest whiskey.

We know driving in Houston can be nerve-wracking and scary, but now road deaths have hit an all time high in H-town. Host Raheel Ramzanali breaks down the numbers and solutions with Pulitzer Prize finalist Evan Mintz. Plus, the city's latest budget crisis and how Houston's Venezuelan community is reeling since the Trump administration cancelled legal protection for people who fled their country's dictatorship and humanitarian crisis. Stay tuned for all that and more! Houston just recorded its highest number of road deaths. What can Mayor Whitmire do about it? Texas bill that lets families use tax dollars for private schools swiftly sails through Senate Houston controller Chris Hollins warns he won't be able to certify 2026 budget without 'drastic' cuts Venezuelans in Houston worry after Trump administration ends TPS protections for over 300,000 people Super Bowl LIX will feature six Houston-area players—all Philadelphia Eagles Learn more about the sponsors of this February 7th episode here: Visit Amarillo Downtown Houston+ The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Thursday's show: Houston city officials are facing a looming budget crisis and will need to slash spending or dramatically raise revenue over the next year following a Texas Supreme Court decision on the city's infrastructure spending. The city is grappling with a $100 million price tag for required spending on streets and drainage and now faces a $330 million deficit in 2026. We learn how we got here, and City Controller Chris Hollins joins us to explain his proposed emergency task force to address the situation.Also this hour: Late last month, Houston-based midstream energy giant Kinder Morgan announced plans to move ahead with a liquefied natural gas pipeline project extending more than 200 miles from Katy to Port Arthur. The company says the Trident Intrastate Pipeline could help power millions of homes and businesses. But not everyone is thrilled about it. We discuss the pipeline, projects like it, and the environmental and legal concerns they often raise.Then, we visit the Eternal Gandhi Museum in southwest Houston. It's the first museum in the Americas dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi's legacy of nonviolent conflict resolution.And we visit a weekly Mexican wrestling event in East Houston.

Cincinnati's mayor discusses 2025 priorities.

Flu cases in New York City are on the rise, with over 23,000 cases reported as of late January. Meanwhile, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand says President Trump's federal funding freeze could gut essential state programs. Also, expanded ferry service from Central Jersey to Wall Street begins Monday, adding a new New York Waterway route from South Amboy to Pier 11. Plus, local leaders are heading to Albany for ‘Tin Cup Day,' when municipal officials request funding before state lawmakers. WNYC's Jon Campbell has the latest. Finally, police have yet to make any arrests in a New Year's Day mass shooting outside a Queens nightclub that left 10 teenagers injured. WNYC's Charles Lane reports.

Today on the Friday news roundup, we're talking about some of the biggest deficits we've seen in city and county budgets in decades, the challenges the new Multnomah County Board of Commissioners will be facing this year, and the Providence labor disputes that could affect the care of thousands of patients statewide. Joining host Claudia Meza are Willamette Week City Hall reporter Sophie Peel and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in Today's Episode: City of Portland Projects a $27 Million Budget Shortfall, but It Will Balloon to Much More [Willamette Week] Here's What Looms for Multnomah County's Fresh Board of Commissioners [Oregonian

City of Kalamazoo Communications Manager Michael Smith with a recap of the Kalamazoo City Commission meeting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After months of contentious council meetings, new tax proposals, and a few delayed votes, alders voted 27-23 to approve the mayor's $17 billion budget for 2025. Given all of the combativeness and compromise, what did we actually end up with in our city budget? WTTW's Heather Cherone and Chicago Reader's Katie Prout are here to help us dive into the numbers. Plus, we discuss the head of DFSS resigning, CPD's “unsatisfying” consent decree progress, and one particularly photogenic river otter. Good News: Garfield Park Plant Sale & Planks and Pistils Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Dec. 20 episode: Joffrey Ballet — save 10% with code SNOW10 for the December 26th and 27th performances! Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Erie City Council member Chuck Nelson joined us Monday to go over the challenges and positive outcomes in next year's city spending plan.

Gina Davis, Palmer City Finance Director joins Mike Chmielewski to discuss the completed budget for the city.

Earlier this year, Mayor Brandon Johnson announced the city would be putting over $30 million towards the Chicago Empowerment Fund, a planned guaranteed income program. But Mayor Johnson's budget proposal does not include funding for the program. It was cut in order to help close the city's $1 billion budget gap. As city lawmakers prepare to vote on the mayor's budget proposal, Reset learns more about guaranteed income from Misuzu Schexnider of the Inclusive Economy Lab at UChicago's Harris School Public Policy and Sarah Saheb of the Economic Security Project in Illinois. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

The City Cast team is here to round up the news of the week, and what a week it's been. Executive producer Hayley Sperling digs into the city's newly approved budgets, while host Bianca Martin unpacks election fallout, including racist texts sent to Black UW-Madison students and U.S. Senate hopeful Eric Hovde's refusal to concede. Bianca also digs into an abortion case at the Wisconsin Supreme Court and Madison Minutes newsletter editor Rob Thomas gives an update to the Southside Elementary naming process.  Also mentioned on the show: How Madison neighborhoods voted on the city's $22M referendum [Cap Times] Holiday Fantasy Lights are up at Olin Park! Top employee at Epic Systems apologizes after arrest on plane [WMTV] Like the show? Come work with us! City Cast Madison is hiring a producer.  Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Instagram!  Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads.  Learn more about the sponsors of this November 15th episode here: StartingBlock Madison Symphony Orchestra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and guest host Ryan Packer of The Urbanist discuss the latest economic forecast for the City of Seattle, a revised growth plan from Mayor Bruce Harrell, and some big financial challenges for two local transit agencies. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

We are weeks away from Mayor Brandon Johnson's second budget address. And with a nearly $1 billion budget gap looming, department heads are being asked to locate potential cuts wherever they can while advocates push the mayor to double down on key investments. The Triibe's Tonia Hill and Block Club Chicago's Melody Mercado are here with what we need to know ahead of Johnson's proposal. Plus, we discuss Bally's performance at Medinah Temple, a Logan Square standoff, and Ravyn Lenae's Chicago tour stop.    Good News: 80 Minutes Around The World and Lo-Fi Festival Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Oct. 18 episode: Lincoln Park Zoo Mubi Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Buffalo Common Council Majority Leader Leah Halton-Pope further addresses the temporary restraining order on the Kensington Expressway project and the city budget full 276 Mon, 14 Oct 2024 08:30:00 +0000 yJ9x8BNv3BwNWSakHOIxllmajwvd4wCa buffalo,news,wben,kensington expressway,leah halton-pope,east buffalo WBEN Extras buffalo,news,wben,kensington expressway,leah halton-pope,east buffalo Buffalo Common Council Majority Leader Leah Halton-Pope further addresses the temporary restraining order on the Kensington Expressway project and the city budget Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News

Bill Radke discusses the week's news with writer and editor Sarah Anne Lloyd, Seattle Times Claudia Rowe, and political and public affairs consultant Sandeep Kaushik.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can Macrae Heppler's bold proposal for three six-hole courses at St George Golf Club revolutionize the game of golf and make it more accessible to busy individuals and families? Join us as we explore the innovative concept that promises a quick 60-minute round of golf, potentially transforming the sport's accessibility and appeal. We also take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the history of golf in Southern Utah and discussing the city's pivotal role in establishing and maintaining these green spaces. From the development of Dixie Red Hills in the mid-1960s to the impact of major infrastructure developments, we cover it all.As the debate heats up, we delve into the contentious issue of city-owned versus privately-owned golf courses. We weigh the economic and social benefits of city courses, which offer affordability and accessibility, against the higher costs and profit motives of private facilities. Our discussion extends to the broader responsibilities of the city in managing public amenities, such as parks and golf courses, and the significant water usage involved. We consider alternative uses for this precious resource and debate the merits of continued public investment versus privatization, with Macrae Heppler offering unique insights into these complex financial dynamics.In our final discussion, we tackle the future of municipal golf course funding and its impact on community resources. We evaluate the financial costs against the broader benefits these courses provide in terms of community engagement, tourism, and quality of life. From the philosophical questions about government investment in non-revenue-generating amenities to the strategic planning necessary for sustainable growth, we cover the spectrum of opinions. Join us for a balanced and insightful conversation with Jeremy Larkin, Macrae Heppler and Robert MacFarlane  as we navigate the intricate world of golf course management and its implications for the future of Southern Utah.Connect with Jeremy Larkin at https://www.gostgeorge.com/Connect with Macrae Heppler at https://www.youtube.com/@macraehepplerFind admission to HAC 3rd Annual Attainable Housing Forum here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hac-3rd-...Looking for a Real Estate expert? Find us here!https://realestate435.kw.com/#Golf #SouthernUtah #CommunityImpact #StGeorge [00:00:00] Intro.[00:12:28] City's Role in Golf Debates[00:20:26] City Budget and Public Investment Debate[00:27:11] Debate on Golf Courses' Future[00:31:59] City Golf Course Economic Debate[00:41:24] Economic Development Perspectives[00:46:00] Reevaluating Gold Course Investment Options[00:52:24] City's Decision-Making & Community Engagement [00:58:10] Public Golf Courses & Economic Debate 

On Friday's show: Houston City Councilmember Mario Castillo discusses the city's budget and whether it will follow Harris County's lead and approve a property tax increase.Also this hour: A gun reform initiative is using AI to generate voicemails from people killed by gun violence. We discuss the ethical questions using such technology raises.Then, our non-experts discuss The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week, including a winning lottery ticket going unclaimed and a Houston woman pleading guilty to fraudulently obtaining more than $600,000 in disaster relief from FEMA.And we talk with comedian and actor David Cross, who's known for his stand up comedy, television roles in Mr. Show and Arrested Development, and numerous films. He brings his The End of the Beginning of the End Tour to White Oak Music Hall on Sept. 24.

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The Moneywise Radio Show and Podcast Wednesday, August 7th BE MONEYWISE. Moneywise Wealth Management I "The Moneywise Guys" podcast call: 661-847-1000 text in anytime: 661-396-1000 website: www.MoneywiseGuys.com facebook: Moneywise_Wealth_Management instagram: MoneywiseWealthManagement Guest: Christian Clegg, City Manager  website: www.bakersfieldcity.us/177/City-Manager  

We want you to be informed about the budget process in the City of Plano. This July through September, we are releasing all budget-related City Council meeting audio as bonus episodes of the Inside Plano podcast.  Today's bonus episode features audio from the July 24, 2024, City Council meeting when the City Manager's Recommended FY 2024-2025 City Budget and Proposed Community Investment Program were presented to Council. You can review the budget online at plano.gov/RecommendedBudget. You can submit questions to askplano@plano.gov. Answers will be posted on Mondays at plano.gov/RecommendedBudget.

All eyes have been fixed on Milwaukee this week as the Republican National Convention has taken over Wisconsin's biggest city. Host Bianca Martin caught up with Wisconsin Public Radio political reporter Anya van Wagtendonk to get an inside look at the convention and what folks in Madison should be watching. Meanwhile in Madison, executive producer Hayley Sperling joins Bianca to talk about the city's continued budget questions, why a group of West siders are suing the city over a housing development, and a sad goodbye at Henry Vilas Zoo. Mentioned on the show Reporting from the RNC, Chevron and Wisconsin, Women BBQ brawlers [WPR] Madison mayor urges City Council to consider property tax referendum [Cap Times] Raising Taxes or Cutting Services: Madison's Budget Dilemma [City Cast Madison] Your City Budget Questions Answered [City Cast Madison] Library Fundraiser Maple Bluff eyes property tax referendum to close budget gap [Wisconsin State Journal] Neighbors sue over Old Sauk Road development but lose Plan Commission appeal [WisconsinState Journal] Goodbye, Sparky [Henry Vilas Zoo/Facebook] Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Instagram!  Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 19th episode here: Incogni - Use code CityCast for 55% off the annual plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From inside Panther Arena in Downtown Milwaukee: what the first day of the convention looks like. Milwaukee police chief on policing expectations. How this massive event is paid for.

Katie Honan, senior reporter at The City where she "anchors" the Summer & The City newsletter and co-host of FAQ NYC, reports on the big news out of the city's handshake budget agreement after "contentious" negotiations between City Hall and City Council, which reportedly includes a restoration of cuts to the city's three library systems, cultural institutions and parks. 

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Happy Friday! Host Lindsay Van Allen and Hey Boise newsletter editor Blake Hunter are breaking down the newly proposed city budget, and chatting through changes to come at the Boise Airport. We're still waiting on the U.S. Supreme Court to weigh in on one of Idaho's abortion ban. Plus, we gush about one of the newest downtown cafes and look forward to the first official summer weekend.  Want to weigh in on how the City of Boise budgets taxpayer money? You can make your voice heard for the Tuesday, July 16 budget public hearing. Click here for more.  Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

City budget drama, HISD test results, and the Museum District's very own Batman..well, kinda. Host Raheel Ramzanali is recapping a busy week in H-Town with media personality Antre'chelle Nova and Pulitzer Prize finalist Evan Mintz. The trio are talking about those stories plus the threat level of bird flu, The Woodlands getting some love for their job market, the new Texas Renaissance Festival docuseries, and more! Featured stories: City Cast Houston's June Guide featuring Father's Day events  Houston has a new budget  Chris Hollins still has questions regarding the firefighter's settlement  Early testing data shows improvements at HISD elementary and middle schools Prayer vigil held for Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee  City Council pulls vote on mayor's four new Montrose TIRZ appointees  Montrose residents push to stop Mayor Whitmire's TIRZ appointees Bird flu detected, but public risk is low Texas Renaissance Festival distances itself from Ren Faire on HBO The Woodlands job market is popping Vigilante puts up stop signs in the Museum District  Antre'chelle trying out the new crab legs at Wing Quarter  Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Cincinnati Edition's weekly news review, local journalists join us to talk about the big stories from recent days.

Understanding Madison's city budget can feel like a real head scratcher. How can the city have a surplus this year, but be talking about a deficit for next year? If the city has had a budget deficit for the past 14 years, why is this the year the Common Council is considering a referendum to increase property taxes? And most of all, how can a city that is undergoing such an economic boom be struggling to balance the books? Host Bianca Martin took all those questions and more to the man behind the city's money, Madison's Finance Director Dave Schmiedicke.  You can listen to City Cast Madison's conversation from last week with Madison Common Council President Yannette Figueroa Cole about the budget. Make your voice heard at one of the City Budget Engagement Events.  Learn more about the sponsors of this episode: Madison Children's Museum Wanna talk to us about an episode? Leave us a voicemail at 608-318-3367 or email madison@citycast.fm. We're also on Instagram!  Want more Madison news delivered right to your inbox? Subscribe to the Madison Minutes morning newsletter.  Looking to advertise on City Cast Madison? Check out our options for podcast ads. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on City Cast Portland we're talking about the indictment of Jesse Lee Calhoun, the man who has now been charged with the murders of three women in the Portland area. We'll also look at the recent decrease in Portland shootings and the approval of Mayor Ted Wheeler's $8.2 billion budget for the next fiscal year. Joining host Claudia Meza on this midweek roundup is our very own producer, Giulia Fiaoni. Discussed in Today's Episode: Jesse Calhoun Indicted in Serial Killing of 3 Women in Portland Area; Could Face More Charges [Oregonian] Portland Shootings Last Month Fell to Early Pandemic Levels; City Touts Efforts To Bring Down Violence [Oregonian

The city's cultural institutions rely on funding from the city budget, and they are dealing with budget cuts. Adrian Benepe, president of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Regina Bain, executive director of the Louis Armstrong House Museum, put the budget cuts in context, and talk about what they need from the city to operate compared to what they're getting - despite generating billions in economic activity

Passengers traveling through O'Hare's Terminal 3 could soon see wider concourses, renovated restrooms, revamped baggage claim area and more. However, budget concerns have halted the construction of a global terminal and satellite concourses, leading Mayor Johnson to propose a major change in the order of construction. Reset hears the latest from WBEZ's Tessa Weinberg. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Louisa Chafee, director of the New York City Independent Budget Office (IBO), a non-partisan source of information on the budget and economy, talks about their review of the Mayor's preliminary budget and economic forecast.