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Massachusetts
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The Suffolk County sheriff runs a jail. Why did he launch a harbor patrol in Winthrop?
Boston Globe
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Healey blames Trump for Massachusetts' economic challenges in FY27 budget hearing
Boston Herald
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Boxing requires concussed fighters to stay out for a month. State Police had Enrique Delgado-Garcia fight after a day.
Boston Globe
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Peisch, Friedman will lead review of possible ballot questions
State House News Service
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The Suffolk County sheriff runs a jail. Why did he launch a harbor patrol in Winthrop?
Boston Globe
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What Trump policies means for Massachusetts budget: 5 takeaways from first budget hearing
The Metro West Daily News
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Outgoing Secretary of Education Tutwiler leaves a lengthy list of unfinished business for his successor
Boston Globe
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Galvin wants 'real money' to deal with surging election costs
State House News Service
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Marty Walsh says homeless people dying outside South Station is a 'disgrace.' No one in power wants to own the problem.
Boston Globe
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Homan Announces End to ICE and Immigration Surge Operations in Minneapolis
New York Times
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Why Pennsylvania's Two Most Powerful Democrats Don't Speak
New York Times
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Healthcare Jobs Have Become the Engine of America’s Labor Market
The Wall Street Journal
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How Democrats Can Crush the Midterms
TheBulwark
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Border Officials Are Said to HaveCaused El Paso Closure by Firing Anti-Drone Laser
New York Times
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Mass. Sen. Markey, lawmakers make renewed push for transgender Bill of Rights
MassLive
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House votes to disapprove of Trump’s Canada tariffs
Politico
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Politically, New Hampshire stands apart from the rest of New England. Here's why.
Boston Globe
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The less voters knew, the more they liked Trump in 2024. Not Anymore
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Today on Beacon Hill
7:00am
Quality and Patient Safety Committee Meeting
Via Zoom
8:30am
Group Insurance Commission (GIC) Meeting
Via Zoom & YouTube
9:00am
Health Connector Board Meeting
Via YouTube
9:00am
Health Connector Board Meeting
Via YouTube
9:00am
DCR Stewardship Council Meeting
Via Zoom
10:00am
Joint Committee on Revenue: Committee Hearing
State House, A-1 and Virtual
10:00am
Cannabis Control Commission Public Meeting
Union Station, 2 Washington Square, Worcester and via Teams
10:00am
Mass. Clubhouse Coalition Legislative Advocacy Day
Gardner Auditorium, State House, Boston
10:00am
YMCA Advocacy Day
Great Hall, State House, Boston
10:00am
Women's Bar Association Legislative Breakfast
Room 428, State House, Boston
11:00am
Senate Full Formal Session
Senate Chamber
11:00am
House Informal Session
House Chamber
11:00am
Mass. Fire Training Council
Department of Fire Services, 1 State Road, Stow
11:30am
Innovators in Healthcare hosted by the Boston Business Journal
The Ritz-Carlton, 10 Avery Street, Boston
2:00pm
Joint Committee on State Administration & Regulatory Oversight: Committee Hearing
State House, B-1 & Virtual
4:30pm
FreeHer Valentine's Day Vigil for Dignity and Freedom
Great Hall, State House, Boston
5:30pm
Mass. AI Coalition Launch Event
Whoop, One Kenmore Square, Boston
Birthday: Rep. David Vieira
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“Capitalism cares about our species’ prospects as much as a wolf cares about a lamb’s.”
In the authors’ view, capitalism prioritizes profit and growth even when that harms people and the planet.
News by Category
Beltway Politics
Business
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Despite talk of shrinkflation, UMass study finds few products are actually downsizing
WBUR
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Healey admin announces $4.45M manufacturing investment to create 90 jobs
Lowell Sun
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Initiatives aim to bolster Massachusetts' creative sector in 2026
MassLive
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How tech companies in Mass. are trying to guard against deepfakes
WBUR
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Neiman's no more. Copley Place's front door to get new look as luxury anchor closes.
Boston Globe
Cannabis
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Tensions flare over cannabis testing lab treatment
State House News Service
Crimes
Democracy
Education
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Still reeling from surprise deficit, Whitman-Hanson considers more cuts
Patriot Ledger
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Still reeling from surprise deficit, Whitman-Hanson considers more cuts
EnterpriseNews.com
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Editorial: Why aren't Boston students completing required coursework?
Boston Globe
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Cambridge spends big on schools. Some students benefit more than others.
Boston Globe
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Healey 'ready to engage' on school financing challenges
WGBH
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Massachusetts Will Allow 3-Year Degree Proposals
Insider Higher Ed
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How UMass researchers are working to help the state reach its climate, energy goals
MassLive
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Lynn Public Schools details annual budget
Lynn Daily News Item
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Ipswich schools facing budget cuts as superintendent warns of difficult years ahead
The Local News
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Colleges are reconnecting with students who left before earning their degrees
WGBH
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Harvard Expands Epstein Probe to Include Donors, Faculty Named in New Justice Department Records
The Harvard Crimson
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Hoosac Valley Regional Faces Challenging Budget Season
iBerkshires
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Curry College acquires Labouré, which will shut its doors this summer
Boston Business Journal
Environment
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Deer danger: Massachusetts hunts for solutions in population problem spots
Boston 25 News
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How fish hatcheries undermine biodiversity in Massachusetts
Greenfield Recorder
Gaming
Health Care
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'We can't afford more': Public workers push back on health insurance changes
Gazette Net
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Marlborough Hospital to reopen 4 days after flooding
Worcester Telegram
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Mass Gen, Dana-Farber researchers find that virus therapy boosts survival in glioblastoma patients
Boston Herald
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FDA officials defend decision to not review Moderna's new flu vaccine
Boston Globe
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Massachusetts governor proposes caps on Medicaid dental coverage: 7 notes
Becker's Dental Review
Housing
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Reluctant MBTA Communities start to buckle
Commonwealth Magazine
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The rental market in Cambridge is easing, but will it make a difference?
Cambridge Day
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Report flags potential federal threat to housing vouchers
Gazette Net
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Fiscal Watchdog Slams Michelle Wu Over Rent Control Support
New Boston Post
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State Senate Seeks Harsher Penalties for Rental Discrimination
Banker & Tradesman
Human Services
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Carvell Curry shouldn't have frozen to death outside South Station, councilors say, demanding MBTA keep it open during winter emergencies
Universal Hub
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More regulation of assisted living in Massachusetts may be on the way
Fifty plus advocate
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New North Citizens' Council director fired after months of agency turmoil; housing staffer settles lawsuit
MassLive
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'It just requires people to be destitute': Healey draws criticism over push to tighten eligibility for safety-net program
Commonwealth Magazine
Immigration
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Mass. Senate proposes bill that could allow residents to sue immigration officers
Boston Globe
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Boston City Council looks to create 'immigrant emergency response fund' amid ICE enforcement
Boston Herald
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'Fear has no boundaries': ICE crackdown causes 7,000 Mass. students to miss school
MassLive
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Opinion: Why not work with Tom Homan, Gov. Healey?
The Sun Chronicle
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American wife of Irish man detained by ICE asks for his release
WBUR
Judiciary
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Healey budget boosts court funding after year of uncertainty
Commonwealth Magazine
Legislative
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Energy, immigration bills on House's near-term radar
State House News Service
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Lucas: People have spoken, Beacon Hill isn't listening
Boston Herald
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Letter Names Three Attorneys Who Could Lead Legislative Audit Case
WHAV
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Energy, immigration bills on House's near-term radar
State House News Service
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State Rep. Carmine Gentile says he won't seek re-election
The Concord Bridge
Local Government
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South Hadley Task Force recommends $11M override
Gazette Net
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Mayor Wu heads to Munich
Politico
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Cut to GLP-1 coverage prevents personnel cuts this year, but fiscal challenges ahead for Chelmsford
Lowell Sun
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Ex-Worcester councilor convicted on 1 charge, acquitted on another in ICE-related incident
MassLive
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Jury finds former City Councilor Etel Haxhiaj guilty on one of two charges
Worcester Telegram
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City councilor proposes banning delivery app drivers from using e-bikes or mopeds
Boston Globe
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Worcester City Council seeks answers on snow removal, plans for improvements
Worcester Telegram
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Roxbury development team split over Boston Mayor Wu's plan to scrap their proposal
Boston Herald
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DHS criticizes city councilor after chaotic ICE arrest in Roslindale
Boston.com
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These 8 Mass. cities and towns just received a share of $13.5M in grants
MassLive
Politics
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Whately town clerk running as Independent for state rep seat
Greenfield Recorder
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Belsito calls for limits on campaign spending
Salem News
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Battenfeld: Massachusetts Dems join Pelosi school of get-rich-quick schemes
Boston Herald
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Somerville And Medford Rep. Making Run For State Senate
Brookline Patch
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Campaign Notebook: Cash on Hand
State House News Service
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Progressive leaders support Rep. Christine Barber in Senate campaign
The Somerville Times
Public Health
Public Safety
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Chicopee man sues State Police alleging negligence, battery after riding dirt bike
MassLive
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Brockton police leaders vote 'no confidence' in Chief Brenda Pérez
EnterpriseNews.com
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For first time, Boston's police oversight agency using its subpoena power. Will the officers comply?
Boston Globe
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Standoff victims: Sgt. Gasco out of hospital; long recovery for Sean Scannell
Worcester Telegram
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'When can I start?' Hampden sheriff, with partner Emerge Career, expand training for people with criminal records
MassLive
State Finance
State Government
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Massachusetts' New Equity Plan Targets Digital Access Gaps
Govtech.com
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Who Paid For Gov. Healey's Super Bowl Trip?
WBSM
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Mass. State Auditor speaks out after filing lawsuit
Western Mass News
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Goldberg asks lawmakers to OK expansion of Lottery offerings
State House News Service
Transportation
Utilities
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UMass Amherst Researching Energy for Low-Income Households
Govtech.com
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Letter: Healey policies leave us burning more oil, not less
The Berkshire Eagle
Press Releases
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Senator Warren, Rep. Goodlander, Lawmakers Renew Push to Root Out Private Equity Abuse in Health Care Amid Genesis Nursing Home Bankruptcies
Office of Sen. Elizabeth Warren
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Release: Reps. Auchincloss and Bergman Defend FQHCS From Financial Constraints Amidst 340B Reform
Office of Congressman Jake Auchincloss
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Businesses Fleeing Taxachusetts Find Freedom in New Hampshire
Office of NH Governor Kelly Ayotte
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Spectrum News Acquires New England Cable News
Spectrum News
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Contractor Pleads Guilty to Multi-Year Half-Million-Dollar Tax Fraud
U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Massachusetts
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces Higher Reimbursement Rates for Child Care Providers
Mass. Executive Office of Education
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Massachusetts Municipalities Win 14 Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grants Totaling Over $13.5 Million
Massachusetts Department of Transportation
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AG’s Office Secures Indictments Against Waltham-Based Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Provider And Former Owner Over Money Laundering And Medicaid Fraud Scheme
Office of Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces DCR’s Free Programming Across the State During February School Vacation Week
Mass. Department of Conservation & Recreation
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Joint Statement from Senate Committee on Steering and Policy Members on Newly Filed Senate Immigration Bill
Mass. Senate Committee on Steering and Policy
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AUDIT UPDATE: DiZoglio Sues to Enforce Voter-Approved Audit Law
Mass. Fiscal Alliance