Jessica Gould appears in the following:
The Need For a New Rail Tunnel
Tuesday, August 18, 2015
As the rail tunnels under the Hudson River continue to deteriorate and transportation delays pile up, public officials can't agree on who will pay for a desperately-needed new tunnel.
Gov. Christie Talks Tunnel with Feds
Monday, August 17, 2015
With predictions of transportation "Armageddon" coming fast, New Jersey officials are slated to discuss Hudson tunnel financing with federal officials.
In Tunnel Funding Squabble, Schumer Steps In
Tuesday, August 11, 2015
A senior lawmaker lends his clout to call for more federal funding to dig under the Hudson River.
Officials Tangle, and Tango, Over Funding for Trans-Hudson Tunnel
Monday, August 10, 2015
Politicians say the tunnel must be built. No one is offering to pick up the tab.
Cuomo's Big Vision for Airports Comes in for Landing, Finally
Friday, July 24, 2015
The governor will be joined by Vice President Biden to unveil a comprehensive vision for New York's airports.
Off to Sleepaway Camp... and Feeling Like a Grownup
Friday, July 24, 2015
For some, sleepaway camp is an important rite of passage. This is the story of young Hannah Kass as she prepares for a summer well beyond the familiar comforts of New York City.
The New Momentum Behind the Push for Higher Wages
Thursday, July 23, 2015
A New York State wage board has recommended the state's fast food workers be paid a minimum of $15 an hour.
The increase is expected to be phased in over three years in the city, and six years in the rest of the state — if officials approve it.
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Bond Market Braces as Puerto Rico Faces "Not Payable" Debt
Monday, June 29, 2015
Puerto Rico's governor says the island faces a "death spiral" as it confronts $72 billion in debt.
Christie Signs Budget, Vetoes Tax Hikes
Friday, June 26, 2015
Gov. Chris Christie signed a $34 billion budget, but rejected the taxes on millionaires and businesses that Democrats wanted to fund public workers' pensions.
NY to Hire 1,300 Police Officers as Part of $78.5B Budget
Tuesday, June 23, 2015
The new officers will cost the city $170 million. The costs will be offset by $70 million in overtime savings.
Puerto Rico's Crisis Makes Waves In New York
Friday, June 12, 2015
Often called the sixth borough, Puerto Rico is in trouble. And with more than a million Puerto Ricans in New York City, what happens there might not t stay there.
NJ Offers Tax Breaks to Political Donor
Thursday, June 11, 2015
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority has offered $164 million in tax breaks to a company that contributed to the Republican Governor's Association when Chris Christie was chair.
North Jersey Rolls the Dice on Casinos
Tuesday, June 09, 2015
As its casinos continue to shutter, South Jersey and North Jersey politicians disagree on what should happen in Atlantic City.
Poll Gives Thumbs Up to Start-Up NY Despite Criticism
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
A slim majority of voters say they support Governor Cuomo's Start-Up NY tax-free program for businesses. But critics say it's just hype.
What de Blasio's Progressive Budget Looks Like
Friday, May 08, 2015
Mayor de Blasio's $78.3 billion spending plan for fiscal year 2016 presents the fullest picture yet of how his administration aims to make good on its main policy goals.
New Jersey Pension Fight Goes To Court. Again.
Wednesday, May 06, 2015
Attorneys debated whether the 2011 pension reform law Governor Chris Christie signed is binding. The unions say it is. The administration says it's not.
Officials Question Fees Public Pensions Pay to Private Managers
Wednesday, May 06, 2015
Pension funds in New York and New Jersey pay hundreds of millions of dollars to Wall Street managers who oversee their investments. Critics say that's way too much.
After 'Accord' NJ Union Pulls Out of Pension Talks
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Governor Chris Christie touted an "unprecedented accord" with the state's largest teachers union on pension reform. The union said there was no deal, and has called off negotiations.
NJ Pension Boards Question Wall Street Fees
Friday, April 17, 2015
Trustees say management fees are way up, and the way the state explains them is confusing.
New York's Budget: Behind the Scenes and the Numbers
Wednesday, April 01, 2015
The scramble to meet the budget deadline left lawmakers frustrated and fiscal experts digging for details.
