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While some have predicted economic returns of $150 million or more, economists predict that those numbers are inflated. Last time the Democratic National Convention came to Chicago, the city spent $60 million to prep for the event.

Since the passage of the Budget Control Act, disaster and emergency spending has nearly doubled compared to the five years prior to the law’s enactment.  Earlier this month, Congress and President Donald Trump agreed to a massive disaster relief package, adding $19.1 billion to the national debt.  Classified as “emergency” spending, much of the funding went toward congressional pet projects and as a means to circumvent the Budget Control Act spending caps. 

A proposed moratorium on development in the area — which had been in limbo since an earlier council sent it to committee —prompted a split vote.

Jasper County announced it is addressing drainage, flooding issues near Hardeeville with grants

The Will County grants include about $9.7 million for 21 government entities and organizations to invest in water infrastructure projects and about $6.3 million for 16 government entities to embark on sewer projects.

As Chicago prepares for the 2024 Democratic convention, Mayor Brandon Johnson will face questions about how much he can and should spend to get the cash-strapped city ready.

Boosters predict a $150 million economic return for Chicago hosting the 2024 Democratic National Convention. Similar estimates have been overblown.

We asked Portland's mayoral candidates:What will you do to attract new companies here?The responses we received by our deadline follow. They have been edited for clarity.

A provision in the GOP shared-revenue bill could affect local spending for evicted tenants, museums, arts groups and even Brewers stadium.

The city of Vancouver has finalized its plan for using nearly $3.5 million in grants to support low-income residents and boost housing programs.