Economic Policy

Apr. 2, 2026

California's Transit Crisis Derails High-Speed Rail Dreams

Falling ridership and rising costs plague the state's rail systems, from high-speed rail to regional commuter lines.

Apr. 2, 2026

New York Delays Clean Energy Transition, Raising Electricity Costs

Governor Hochul proposes postponing climate regulations, putting low-income residents at risk of unaffordable utility bills.

Apr. 2, 2026

Kentucky Audit Finds Waste in Coal Mine Cleanup

Report cites lack of oversight and mismanagement of grant funds for abandoned mine reclamation.

Apr. 2, 2026

Refuse-Derived Fuel Market Booming as Europe Leads Waste-to-Energy Expansion

Global RDF Market Projected to Reach $12.6 Billion by 2036 Amid Shift Towards Waste as Strategic Asset

Apr. 2, 2026

Oil Companies' Familiar Playbook Fails to Convince Alaskans

Record bids and steady profits undercut decades of fear-based arguments about investment and jobs.

Apr. 2, 2026

Chicago's Staggering Pension Shortfall Revealed

New analysis shows each Chicago taxpayer faces a $42,600 burden from unfunded liabilities.

Apr. 2, 2026

Collin County Officials Clash Over Tax Payment Processing

Commissioners and tax assessor-collector at odds over auditor's policies

Apr. 2, 2026

We Energies proposes 14% rate increase over next two years

Utility says hike is needed to cover costs of new renewable energy and natural gas plants

Apr. 2, 2026

Clovis Residents Face First Water Rate Hike in 17 Years

City cites rising inflation and infrastructure costs as reasons for proposed increase

Apr. 1, 2026

Blue States Face Ongoing Taxpayer Exodus After COVID Mandates

High-earning residents flee Democrat-led states with new taxes and strict policies

Apr. 1, 2026

Trump Administration Ends SAVE Student Loan Repayment Plan, Urges Borrowers to Switch Now

Millions of borrowers must select a new repayment plan by fall as the SAVE plan is phased out earlier than expected.

Apr. 1, 2026

Fed Official: Current Interest Rates to Remain Appropriate

St. Louis Fed President Musalem sees risks rising for both inflation and growth

Apr. 1, 2026

Finseca CEO Calls for Holistic Financial Planning Access at Politico Economy Summit

Cadin warns current policy uncertainty highlights need for financial guidance for all Americans

Apr. 1, 2026

Global Leaders Struggle to Contain Surging Gas Prices Amid Oil Supply Disruptions

Stopgap measures like tapping reserves and easing sanctions aren't enough to offset the loss of millions of barrels of oil per day from the Iran war.

Apr. 1, 2026

How Clear Property Rights Built the American Frontier

The decisive factor was clear, recognized, and transferable property titles.

Apr. 1, 2026

Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis President Discusses Economy

Alberto Musalem addresses monetary policy and economic outlook at Washington event.

Apr. 1, 2026

EPA Sets Historic Biofuel Blending Targets

New standards aim to boost rural economy and energy independence

Apr. 1, 2026

Global Leaders Struggle to Contain Soaring Oil and Gas Prices

Fallout from Iran war disrupts oil supply and distribution, sparking worldwide economic crisis

Apr. 1, 2026

Economists Warn of Looming Recession Amid US-Iran Conflict

Experts say the risk of a recession in the next 12 months has risen significantly due to the global oil shock triggered by the recent US-Israeli attacks on Iran.

Apr. 1, 2026

US Fed Signals Steady Interest Rates Amid Iran Conflict

Central bank may hold off on rate hikes as war with Iran continues