Media Highlights

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Daily Detroit

How Detroit and Michigan's Finances Look in 2026

W&Y Partner Steve Watson joined the Daily Detroit podcast to discuss Detroit’s budget and long-term economic forecast, and how they’ll be impacted by broader changes in Michigan’s state budget.

February 18, 2026 | Jer Staes

Daily Detroit

Michigan Just Broke $645 Million in Promises

W&Y Partner Steve Watson joined the Daily Detroit podcast to discuss State House Speaker Matt Hall’s move to cancel $645 million in already-approved state funding, and its consequences for the projects and people who depend on that funding.

December 15, 2025 | Jer Staes

Axios Detroit

What’s next for Detroit with credit rating boost

July 3, 2025 | Annalise Frank

Government Finance Review Magazine (GFR)

Structural Budget Balance: Putting the Principle into Practice

April 2025 cover story and feature by W&Y Partner Steve Watson and Kyle Jen