sales tax hike
Coverage of sales tax hike in the Nexus archive.
- New sales tax hike takes effect Aug. 1 in Chicago and surrounding counties
A new sales tax hike becomes effective on August 1 in Chicago and surrounding counties. A consumer interviewed by WGN-TV expressed concern that the tax increases will continue indefinitely.
- Quiet California town hit with insane sales tax hike and there’s barely anywhere to shop
A quiet California Bay Area city is facing a significant sales tax increase, which critics argue could drive bargain hunters to shop in neighboring cities due to the lack of local retail options.
- Seattle sales tax hike to expand transit appears headed to ballot
Seattle is considering a sales tax hike to expand transit, with the measure lasting for a decade. The initiative aims to demonstrate city leaders' commitment to funding public projects through tax increases.
- L.A. voters will be asked to increase taxes, yet again. Will they do it for firefighters?
L.A. voters will be asked to approve a sales tax hike that would generate $345 million annually for new fire stations and hiring additional firefighters.
- L.A. voters will be asked to increase taxes, yet again. Will they do it for firefighters?
Los Angeles voters may approve a sales tax increase to fund new fire stations and additional firefighters, which could generate approximately $345 million annually. The proposal is part of a recurring pattern of tax hikes in the city.