Must-Reads
Massachusetts
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We haven't even voted on Question 1, and there's already talk of lawsuits over public records law changes
WBUR
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The independent variable in the Mass. governor's race
Boston Globe
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New AI trade group launches with focus on health sector
Boston Globe
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Healey, Minogue face off in their first gubernatorial debate Thursday. Here's what to watch for.
Boston Globe
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Chelsea considering eliminating parking minimums to promote housing production
Commonwealth Magazine
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]Democrat rolls out AI liability proposal
Semafor
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Trump's Attempts to Control the Census: Your Questions Answered
Bolts Magazine
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Kennedy Plans Federal Vaccine Injury Initiative, Drawing Wary Eye From Experts
New York Times
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Rubio refuses to comment on Guilfoyle allegations
Boston Globe
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Young men who carried Trump to victory are mad. Vance is trying to win them back.
Politico
Sponsored
Today on Beacon Hill
8:00am
Healthcare Cost Crunch: Understanding Drivers and Designing Solutions in Mass. hosted by State House News Service
UMass Club, One Beacon Street, 32nd Floor, Boston
9:30am
How the Commonwealth Competes: BYear 3 of the MTF Competitiveness Index
Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, 265 Franklin Street, Suite 1701, Boston and via Zoom
10:00am
Cannabis Control Commission Public Meeting
Union Station, 2 Washington Square, Worcester and via Microsoft Teams
10:00am
DeafBlind Awareness Day
Great Hall, State House, Boston
11:00am
House Informal Session
House Chamber
11:00am
Senate Informal Session
Senate Chamber
Sponsored
New Media
Instagram
MGB reported $2.39 billion in profits last year, but refuses to settle a fair contract.
Massachusetts Nurses Association
Podcasts
Substack
TikTok
YouTube
Quote of the Day
“These accounts are ready, they're waiting for you and they have money in them.”
Dell spoke at the White House on October 7, 2026, about the couple's $6.25 billion contribution to Trump Accounts, which will provide $250 to 25 million children's investment accounts.
News by Category
2026 Midterm Elections
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Ballot Question 1 explained: Should Mass. public records law apply to the governor and Legislature?
Boston.com
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Question 3, which would establish all-party primaries, draws big names on both sides
Boston.com
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Lucas: Is Healey's re-election bid part of larger plan?
Boston Herald
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Jon Keller to moderate Healey-Minogue debate on WBZ-TV
CBS News
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Gov. Healey, Mike Minogue prepare to face off in Thursday night debate
Boston Herald
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Rodrigues, Amaral face off for state Senate seat. Meet the candidates
The Herald News
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What to watch as Healey and Minogue face off
MASSterList
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U.S. Senator Endorses LS School Committee Chair Running For State Representative
Brookline Patch
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Ashe, Warren answer questions ahead of Nov. 3 election
The Reminder
Beltway Politics
Business
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Pat Moore leaves AG Andrea Campbell's office to join WilmerHale
Boston Globe
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Boston just ranked among the top 3 best big cities in the U.S. What do you love most about Boston?
Boston.com
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AI tool plays matchmaker between Mass. businesses and contracts
Axios Boston
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Amazon won't fill its second Seaport office tower, lists over half for sublease
Boston Business Journal
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Amid Its Big Humanoid Robot Rollout, an Ex-Amazon AI Chief Will Now Lead Boston Dynamics
Gizmodo
Cannabis
Education
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Should smart glasses be allowed in classrooms? Some Massachusetts school districts are taking action.
CBS News
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Opinion: Cornell University case means we must redouble the fight for institutional change on campuses
Commonwealth Magazine
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Don't fall for Trump's voucher scheme, Governor Healey
Boston Globe
Health Care
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Health Connector expects another ‘unique’ sign-up period amid federal cuts
Commonwealth Magazine
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Health spending at state's top insurer surged 12%, led by GLP-1s
State Affairs
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New Emergency Facility Opening in Groton
WBZ News Radio
Housing
Human Services
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As SNAP rules tighten, Berkshire families turn to pantries
The Berkshire Eagle
Immigration
Judiciary
Labor
Local Government
Public Safety
State Government
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Wider public records access may hinge on post-election maneuvers
State House News Service
Transportation
Utilities
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Future of Mass Save in limbo as Legislature stalls on energy bill
Commonwealth Magazine
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Community Action talks home heating season with state housing secretary
Greenfield Recorder
Press Releases
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Markey Joins Kelly, Whitehouse to Press EPA on Rollback of Public Input Rules for Data Center Air Permits
Office of Sen. Edward Markey
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As Trump’s War in Iran Drives Up Heating Oil Prices, Warren, Lynch, Trahan, Lawmakers Demand Administration Provide Relief for Skyrocketing Winter Heating Bills
Office of Sen. Elizabeth Warren
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Following Push by Warren, Education Department Watchdog Opens Investigation into Trump Administration’s Dismantling of Department
Office of Sen. Elizabeth Warren
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Trahan Unveils CLAIM Act Discussion Draft to Hold AI Developers Accountable for Harms Caused by Their Agents
Office of Rep. Lori Trahan
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Senator Markey Statement on Three Years Since October 7 Hamas Terrorist Attack on Israel
Office of Sen. Edward Markey
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Rep. Pressley Statement Marking Three-Year Somber Anniversary of October 7th Attack
Office of Rep. Ayanna Pressley
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Massachusetts Ranked #1 State in the Nation for Women’s and Children’s Health
Office of Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards Over $13 Million to Create & Improve Local Parks and Protect Natural Land Across Massachusetts
Mass. Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
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Clean Water Trust Approves $80.1 Million in New Grants and Loans at its October Meeting
Massachusetts Clean Water Trust