Must-Reads
Massachusetts
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Debate over tipped minimum wage ballot question lifts the lid on class divides within the restaurant industry
Boston Globe
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Beacon Hill leaders leave the door open to changing ballot questions if they pass
WBUR
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Mass. lawmakers hit stalemate over hospital oversight and prescription drug reform bills
Worcester Business Journal
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Migrants are moving into a Western Mass. town, and straining its schools. Now the welcome mat is fraying.
Boston Globe
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Business community needs attitude adjustment, Michlewitz says
Commonwealth Beacon
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Clock ticking on earmarks for MCI-Concord redevelopment planning
The Concord Bridge
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More Vineyard Wind blades must be removed, repaired
The New Bedford Light
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Commuter rail workers rally for higher wages, new contract
Boston Globe
National
See how your neighborhood is giving to Trump and Harris
Washington Post
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Is It Fascism? A Leading Historian Changes His Mind.
New York Times
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Short on Time, Harris’s Labor Allies Sprint to Reach Working-Class Voters
New York Times
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Lindsey vs. Liz: Why He Sold Out and She Didn't
The Bulwark
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Former Trump official agrees with John Kelly: Trump ‘does not operate by the rule of law’
Politico
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Nate Silver: Here’s What My Gut Says About the Election, but Don’t Trust Anyone’s Gut, Even Mine
New York Times
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Tucker Carlson tells Georgia rally ‘dad’ Trump will give Harris a ‘spanking’
Washington Post
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Justice Department warns Elon Musk that his $1 million giveaway to registered voters may be illegal
CNN
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GOP maps out agenda for Trump’s first 100 days
The Hill
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‘They’re Just Over It’: How Trump Has Converted Male Frustration Into a Movement
Politico
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Political ads shift to streaming as cord-cutting surges
Punchbowl News
Today on Beacon Hill
11:00am
House Informal Session
House Chamber
11:00am
Senate Informal Session
Senate Chamber
Quote of the Day
“We'll see. We'll have some discussions if it passes, and then we'll follow up. You know, I am not in favor of getting rid of MCAS. I believe that it's done, some assessment has done, Massachusetts well. So we will, we will discuss,”
The leaders of both legislative chambers on Tuesday did not rule out altering ballot questions which, according to pollsters, are favored by most voters ahead of next month's election.
News by Category
Beltway Politics
Business
Education
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Elected officials have been late giving their opinions on the MCAS question
Dorchester Reporter
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Some MCAS basics: Why you should vote ‘No’ on Question 2
the Berkshire edge
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Hundreds of students, Lt. Gov. Driscoll attend 'MassMakes Innovation Challenge' in Springfield
WAMC
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Lynn Tech receives another $750,000
Lynn Daily News Item
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Status quo wins: MIAA committee votes no on proposed new football playoff format
The Metro West Daily News
Environment
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The flip side of this warm, dry weather? Heightened wildfire risk across much of Mass.
WBUR
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Local groups meet with governor's staff asking to halt evaporation of radioactive water
WCAI
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Northampton Bikeway stretch of rail trail closing for resurfacing
Gazette Net
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Solar-powered trash bins hit the streets
The Eagle Tribune
Health Care
Housing
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Andover making room for ADUs, with limits
The Eagle Tribune
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A new Boston development is prioritizing first-generation home buyers. It could help close the racial wealth gap.
Boston Globe
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The Home Modification Loan Program is a 'huge untapped resource' for the Berkshires. Here's how it works ...
Berkshire Eagle
Human Services
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Truckload of supplies leaves for Helene-ravaged North Carolina after big donation drive in Billerica
Lowell Sun
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Homeless shelter struggling to find permanent location
Martha's Vineyard Times
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The legacy of retiring Arc head Leo Sarkissian: He sees people with disabilities for what they can do
Boston Globe
Judiciary
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Blake Set To Become First Woman To Lead Appeals Court
State House News Service
Labor
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A split decision on workers’ rights ballot questions
Bay State Banner
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Commuter Rail Workers Air Labor Woes
State House News Service
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Commuter Rail Workers Rally Outside South Station
WBZ News Radio
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Newton-Wellesley nurses authorize walkout as contract negotiations drag on
Boston Herald
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Editorial: Vote ‘yes’ on Question 5
Boston Globe
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Fed judge tosses out former Steward nurses' complaint
The Eagle Tribune
Legislative
- Question 1, on auditing the Legislature, raises issues if it passes
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Top Mass. Dems hint they could change MCAS, legislative audit ballot questions
MassLive
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‘Immeasurable loss’: Mass. leaders mourning sudden death of longtime state representative
Fox 25 News
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Sitting Mass. state representative dies of cancer, remembered as ‘incredible advocate’
Boston.com
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Legislature pulled up short in July, but it’s getting job done now
Commonwealth Beacon
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Rep Lewis Named Legislator of the Year by MetroWest Legal Services
Framingham Source
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After her sudden death, Rep. Williams Gifford remembered as an inspiration to conservative women
WGBH
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Longtime state Rep. Susan Williams Gifford dies of cancer at age 64
South Coast Today
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Lucas: Question 1 all about transparency on Hill
Boston Herald
Local Government
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Protesters' anger intensifies as Worcester council refuses to take up Israel-Hamas petition
Worcester Telegram
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Amid budget crunch, Boston city councilor requests data on new positions created by Mayor Wu
Boston Herald
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Editorial: Mayor Wu should cut the budget before hiking taxes
Boston Herald
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Hanson employees harassed, threatened as town stops political messaging on water tower
WHDH
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‘Trump 2024’ logo controversy continues in Massachusetts town even after resident stops display
Boston Herald
Politics
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Elon Musk Endorses John Deaton For U.S. Senate
New Boston Post
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Housing crisis, workforce and innovation: Rep. Michlewitz outlines Mass. economic priorities at Northeastern event
Northeastern
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Conservative candidates meet with voters at Orange American Legion
The Recorder
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Massachusetts Voter Guide: Jeff Roy vs. Charles Bailey for state rep
Milford Daily News
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Gaza protesters interrupt Pelosi book event in Cambridge
Boston Globe
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Here’s where wealthy Mass. donors are sending their money this election
Boston Globe
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Letter: I urge a no vote on Question 2
Berkshire Eagle
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New Hampshire election workers are under threat — and they're standing up
WGBH
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Briefings: Now Chicopee Has an At-large School Committee Vacancy after Szetela Resigns
Western Mass Politics & Insight
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Mount Holyoke panel finds two election certainties: It’ll be historic and consequential
Gazette Net
Public Health
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Tobacco-free movement takes aim at access to nicotine pouches
Commonwealth Beacon
Public Safety
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Boston residents and businesses say drug use has spread to neighborhoods near Mass. and Cass in year since camping ban
Boston Globe
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More than 95,000 people sign petition protesting sweeping firearms bill in Mass.
NBC Boston
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Governor Healey, we’re waiting for action on trooper’s death
Boston Globe
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Foster chosen as new O.B. fire chief
Martha's Vineyard Times
State Government
Taxation
Transportation
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House Budget Chief Ready To Bulk Up MBTA Investments
State House News Service
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Governor Healey to announce funding for fare free transportation
Western Mass News
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Airport proposes tree removal to improve aviation safety
The Eagle Tribune