Must-Reads
Massachusetts
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Challengers allege fraud in signature collection for marijuana repeal initiative
State House News Service
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As state verifies signatures for 11 initiatives, Massachusetts could see record number of citizen-initiated ballot measures in 2026
Ballotpedia
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Evan MacKay, who narrowly lost 2024 challenge to longtime Cambridge state representative, announces another bid for the State House
Boston Globe
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Sources say Barros in line for top convention center post
State House News Service
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'A little bit more certainty': After shaky years, Mass. life science companies find glimmers of hope
Boston Globe
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Minnesota childcare fraud allegations spark audit request in Massachusetts: 'Serious risks'
Boston Herald
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Disgraced former Transportation Secretary Monica Tibbits-Nutt officially off state payroll
Boston Herald
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Why the Bay State is too moderate for socialism
Axios
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Report: Biopharma uncertainty and instability bogged down 2025
State House News Service
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Fallon Health merges with Mass General Brigham as health plans face financial pressure
Boston Business Journal
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Mass. to collect detailed racial and ethnic data, under new state law
WBUR
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Boston rep sanctioned for spending campaign dollars on personal uses
Commonwealth Magazine
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House poised to extend ACA subsidies as hope grows for deal
The Hill
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Greenland's Persistent Predator
TheBulwark
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MD: Rep. Steny Hoyer to retire, ending storied career in elected office
Washington Post
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Venezuela's Post-Maduro Future Is Still Up for Grabs
TheBulwark
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'Dirty' and 'infested with drugs': the New York jail holding Maduro and Mangione
The Guardian
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RFK Jr. Overhauls Food Pyramid to Emphasize Red Meat and Dairy
New York Times
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'QAnon Shaman' turns against Donald Trump and says he will run for Arizona governor
Sky News
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DeSantis calls April special legislative session on Florida congressional redistricting
Politico
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Trump Sits Down With Times Reporters for Two-Hour Interview
New York Times
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How Trump once again rattled health care talks
Punchbowl News
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Trump's "Donroe Doctrine" setsU.S. on great-power collision course
Axios
Today on Beacon Hill
9:30am
Early Literacy Bill Briefing
Via Zoom
10:00am
Mass. Housing Appeals Committee Meeting
Via Zoom
10:00am
Division of Insurance Public Hearing
Via Microsoft Teams
10:00am
Center for Health Information & Analysis Public Hearing
Via Zoom
10:00am
Mass. Gaming Commission Public Meeting
Via conference call
11:00am
Senate Informal Session
Senate Chamber
11:00am
House Informal Session
House Chamber
11:30am
Mass. Food Policy Council Meeting
Room 428, State House, Boston
1:00pm
Board of Fire Prevention Regulations (BFPR) Meeting
Via Microsoft Teams
New Media
Instagram
Podcasts
Substack
TikTok
You’ve probably heard a lot of lies from this White House about what’s going on in Venezuela
Congressman Jim McGovern
YouTube
Quote of the Day
“There’s little I can say again that will make this situation better, but I do have a message for our community, for our city, and I have a message for ICE,” Frey said. “To ICE: Get the f‑‑‑ out of Minneapolis.”
Frey during a press conference on the shooting of a woman by ICE.
News by Category
Beltway Politics
Business
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Sharp Sterile Manufacturing to Invest $28M in Lee, Massachusetts Site
Contract Pharma
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Healey revives Seaport Economic Council to coordinate coastal planning and economic development
Boston Business Journal
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Developers once planned a 20-story tower at the Motor Mart Garage. Six years later, the project is up for sale.
Boston Globe
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CEO turnover cools in Massachusetts after record exits in 2024
Boston Business Journal
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Boston Dynamics to deploy fleet of new robots in Georgia
Boston Business Journal
Education
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Massachusetts grants $2.3 million to enhance multilingual education
WWLP.com
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Mass. among states with most college closures, mergers in past decade
MassLive
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Westfield High School to implement new cell phone pilot this month
MassLive
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Analysis: New Bedford and Massachusetts schools at the crossroads
The New Bedford Light
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Notes from private PVPA meeting accidentally released: School still grappling with lawsuit threat
MassLive
Gaming
Health Care
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MetroWest Medical Center is Ready to Support New Legislation Expanding Access to Comprehensive Breast Cancer Screenings and Exams in 2026
Framingham Source
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NIH funding cuts in Mass. totaled $125M in 2025, less than predicted
Boston Business Journal
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Battenfeld: Michelle Wu should demand better security after Boston Medical Center rape
Boston Herald
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Mass General Brigham to acquire insurer Fallon Health
Boston Globe
Housing
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Hearthway says it has short waitlists at five of its properties. Here's how to apply
The Berkshire Eagle
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Boston real estate data show glimmers of hope at end of 2025
Boston Business Journal
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55-plus apartment project advances in Hadley
Gazette Net
Human Services
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Reps urge Healey to review child care program for fraud risks
State House News Service
Immigration
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Mass. leaders condemn ICE after Minneapolis shooting; Protesters gather in Boston
WCVB
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Residents turn out in force to debate immigration policy
Plymouth Independent
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Refugee resettlement agencies asks state for $6M in supplementary budget for services
WGBH
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ICE continues presence in Marlborough: 'It just changes the entire dynamic of the city'
Community Advocate
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Mass. leaders condemn ICE after Minneapolis shooting; Protesters gather in Boston
WCVB
Labor
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New data points to 'slow' job market in Massachusetts
State Affairs
Legislative
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How much progress did New Bedford's legislators make in fall 2025?
The New Bedford Light
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State Rep. Chynah Tyler Penalized for Misuse of Campaign Funds
Boston.com
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Crowded Massachusetts ballot will test Democratic establishment, affordability agenda
Axios
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Massachusetts State Rep. Chynah Tyler under fire for using campaign cash on personal expenses
Boston Herald
Local Government
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Mass. is investing millions to boost its historic coastal towns. See who's getting help
MassLive
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Making Springfield History, the Spotlight Turns to Council President Whitfield
Western Mass. Politics and Insight
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Putting some manners on the Boston City Council
Boston Globe
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Boston Mayor Wu inauguration fund hits $1.2M with contributions from city's heavy-hitters
Boston Herald
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60-year-old man arrested, charged in connection with thefts at Boston City Hall
WHDH
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Lawrence mayor sworn into second term with 'People First' message
The Eagle Tribune
Politics
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MacKay will challenge Decker again
Cambridge Day
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Warren cuts checks to state Democratic parties
Politico
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Moulton hits Markey over prior support for war authorization
The Eagle Tribune
Public Health
Public Safety
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Gov. Healey orders flags at half staff for killed Uxbridge officer
MassLive
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Police Blotter: 'Congratulations troopers,' MSP swears in new class
Boston Herald
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Mass. Gov. Healey: New state troopers are 'affirmation of what is good'
MassLive
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Uxbridge police officer Stephen LaPorta killed while helping driver on Route 146 in Massachusetts
CBS News
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Police informant system cries out for oversight, accountability
Boston Globe
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Healey orders flags at state buildings lowered in honor of Uxbridge officer
Worcester Telegram
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Michael Balsley sworn in as Rowley Police Chief
The Local News
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Uxbridge police officer killed by tractor-trailer while on duty, officials say
Boston.com
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Authorities ID Uxbridge police officer killed in overnight crash on Route 146
Worcester Telegram
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Northborough MA firefighter is being held without bail. Here's why
Worcester Telegram
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Massachusetts State Police Academy celebrates 115 new troopers
22WWLP.com
State Government
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Ex-governor's aide charged with cocaine distribution to have bail hearing
MassLive
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Gov.'s office files legal complaint against embattled former aide LaMar Cook over mistakenly paid $31K buyout
Boston Herald
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Healey sues former aide to claw back $31,000 leave payout he received after cocaine trafficking arrest
Boston Globe
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2025 Massachusetts state employee payroll master list: 'Your Tax Dollars at Work'
Boston Herald
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'That is ridiculous': Healey says state to get back $31k in unused time off paid to fired aide charged with drug trafficking
WHDH
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Massachusetts State, City Pensions Underfunded By $57.5 Billion
New Boston Post
Taxation
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Moore: Trump must repeal Biden's biz tax hike
Boston Herald
Transportation
Utilities
Press Releases
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Leading Pro-Life Group to Trump, GOP: Hyde Is Non-Negotiable
Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America
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Middlesex District Attorney’s Office Announces Campaign to Raise Awareness about Child Exploitation Initiatives
Middlesex District Attorney’s Office
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MBTA Closes Out 2025 with Major Progress on Service Delivery, Accessibility, and Infrastructure
MBTA
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Byfield Man Pleads Guilty to Role in Meth Trafficking Ring
United States Drug Enforcement Administration
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Markey Presses Oil Company CEOs on Collusion with Trump on Venezuela Oil War
Office of Sen. Ed Markey
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Massachusetts Unemployment Remains Unchanged at 4.7% for November 2025
Mass. Department of Economic Research
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Governor Healey Modernizes Seaport Economic Council to Strengthen Massachusetts’ Maritime Economy
Mass. Executive Office of Economic Development
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Governor Healey Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Uxbridge Police Officer Stephen LaPorta
Office of Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards $3.2 Million to Support Students’ Behavioral and Mental Health
Mass. Department of Elementary and Secondary Education