Allegheny County’s Big Election and Budget Woes

Allegheny County has certified its May primary results, locking in November ballot candidates amid record-low turnout. Meanwhile, a paid parental leave proposal seeks to mandate 18 weeks of paid leave for all employers, sparking debate. Budget woes persist as the county controller warns of rising costs fueled by overtime and contractors, even as transit officials fight fare hikes. Legal tensions flare as the sheriff sues over a term limits ballot question, and Council taps Michelle Naccarati-Chapkis as new president after Pat Catena’s resignation. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1e648ae5422b8acc