Must-Reads
‘Never underestimate the difference one person can make’: Kitty Dukakis remembered at memorial service
Boston Globe
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Senate President Karen Spilka goes 'On The Record' about Trump, immigration, state budget
WCVB
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‘Constantly anxious,’ ‘Fear and concern’: Here’s what it’s like to be on the front lines of Trump’s immigration crackdown
Boston Globe
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The health insurance agency for Mass. state employees will run out of money on Monday
Boston Globe
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From tech industry to tour guides, Trump’s attack on Harvard threatens many corners of the Mass. economy
Boston Globe
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Greater Boston sees ‘surge’ in immigration enforcement
WBUR
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Former state senator defends position at nursing home in receivership
Commonwealth Magazine
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Healey is responsible for migrant shelter problems, Kennealy says in new ad
Boston Herald
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Brian Shortsleeve, a former T general manager, launches Republican campaign for governor
Boston Globe
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Peter Durant, Spencer Republican, decides against running for governor in 2026
Boston Herald
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Springfield official pushes governor for Western Mass. economic development secretary
MassLive
US and China take a step back from sky-high tariffs and agree to pause for 90 days for more talks
The Associated Press (AP)
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Laura Loomer Is on an Anti-MAHA Social Media Rampage, Showing More Cracks in Trump’s Influencer Sphere
Vanity Fair
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Is Jeff Bezos Selling Out the Washington Post?
The New Yorker
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Before they name a 2028 nominee, Democrats will have to decide which state will weigh in first
The Associated Press (AP)
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Senate Democrats worried about Fetterman discussing ways to help
The Hill
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Auction to Dine With Trump Creates Foreign Influence Opportunity
New York Times
Today on Beacon Hill
Mass. League of Community Health Centers Advocacy Day
Joint Committee on Aging and Independence: Committee Hearing
Joint Committee on Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure: Committee Hearing
House Informal Session
Senate Informal Session
Joint Committee on Health Care Financing: Committee Hearing
Joint Committee on Education: Committee Hearing
Joint Committee on Public Service: Committee Hearing
Re-Election Campaign Kickoff for Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan
Quote of the Day
“"(T)he president of the United States is boasting of receiving as a gift a luxury Boeing 747-8 plane from the Qatari royal family...This sure seems like a “present” or “emolument” to a person holding “an office of trust” from “a King, Prince, or foreign state.””
News by Category
Beltway Politics
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Republicans unveil steep cuts to Medicaid in portion of Trump tax bill
The Hill
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The Hard Calls Dems Must Make to Regain Power
The Bulwark
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David Hogg’s primary plan: Will fresh faces save the Democratic Party?
Boston Globe
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Most disagree with Trump on the economy, but agree on his ‘golden rule’
MassLive
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Editorial: Fetterman, Whitmer feel wrath of Dems for common-sense moves
Boston Herald
Business
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CA: How Big Tech is trying to shut down California’s AI rules
Politico
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GBH is laying off 10 employees from global news and documentary channel WORLD due to federal funding cuts
Boston Globe
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Editorial: Americans are buying milk with borrowed money
Boston Herald
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‘Devastating’ closure of Daily Table leaves affordable fresh food ‘desert’ in Greater Boston neighborhoods
Boston Globe
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Boston-area cafés grapple with remote work
Axios
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‘Devastating’: Cuts to public broadcasting will be felt here
Gazette Net
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Massachusetts lobsterman blocked from selling at his Cape Cod home: ‘Screwing my heritage’
Boston Herald
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As global attitudes toward the US sour, Boston braces for drop in tourism
WGBH
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Local nonprofit grocery store chain Daily Table to close all locations
WGBH
Cannabis
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Cannabis commission, elected leaders out of sync on budget ask
Commonwealth Magazine
Civil Rights
Crimes
Education
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How one Ivy League university has avoided Trump’s retribution so far
Boston Globe
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Editorial: Defend in-state college tuition for Massachusetts immigrants
Boston Globe
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Bill Ackman accused Harvard’s Penny Pritzker of ‘mismanagement.’ He picked the wrong woman to mess with.
Boston Globe
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McCaughey: Time for Ivy League to pay for bias
Boston Herald
Health Care
Housing
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Haverhill seeks to tackle housing issues
The Eagle Tribune
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Potential GOP candidate for governor Brian Shortsleeve wants to repeal MBTA housing law
Boston Herald
Human Services
Immigration
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‘America is the greatest democracy in the world,’ Rümeysa Öztürk says as she returns to Massachusetts
Boston Globe
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Spilka: ICE arresting a "violent criminal illegal alien" is like the 1930's
MASSiveUTurn
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Tufts student Rümeysa Öztürk returned to Boston, thanks community for its support
MassLive
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Feds ID woman ICE detained in chaotic Worcester: ‘Violent criminal illegal alien’
Boston Herald
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Tufts international student to resume studies after ICE detention
Axios
Insurance
Judiciary
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Lucas: U.S. Attorney Leah Foley only cop on the beat
Boston Herald
Local Government
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Beacon Hill Roll Call: Details of transportation, education funding
Lowell Sun
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Massachusetts State Rep. Fiola responds after backlash over $25,000 earmark for Fall River welcome sign
fallriverreporter
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'Donald Trump is making them political pawns.' Berkshire residents call for greater support for transgender rights at a Pittsfield town hall
berkshire eagle
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With Copley Square partially reopened, some people are not crazy about the new look
Boston Globe
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Copley Square’s redesign has stirred controversy. But a prominent urban designer urges patience
WBUR
Politics
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Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine and Gaza, saying 'Never again war'
WBUR
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Trump's economy not lowering the cost of living in Massachusetts, Maura Healey says
GBH News
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Pols & Politics: A burning debate over Trump is dividing local Republicans ahead of 2026
Boston Herald
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Peter Durant, Spencer Republican, decides against running for governor in 2026
Boston Herald
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IL: Mayor Brandon Johnson’s second year found him fighting unexpected battles
Chicago Tribune
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Senate President invites Trump to the Bay State to see how ‘we do it right’
Boston Herald
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Opinion: Shame on Governor Ayotte
Boston Globe
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City Hall attorney joins Boston mayor’s race on pro-business platform
MassLive
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Races continue to shape up for Northampton’s fall election
Gazette Net
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Shortsleeve jumps into 2026 race for governor
State House News Service
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Former MBTA chief administrator Brian Shortsleeve launches Republican run for governor
Boston Herald
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Keller @ Large: Is Maura Healey planning a run for president in 2028?
CBS News
Public Health
Public Safety
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Massachusetts parents push for safe roads, youth programs after daughter’s tragic death
Boston Herald
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Hate crimes on the rise in Bay State
The Eagle Tribune
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Convicted ex-Mass State Police sergeant’s pension is $100,000-plus. Will he lose it?
Boston Herald
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29th Mother’s Day Walk for Peace supports families, communities impacted by homicide
Boston Herald
State Finance
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Legislature faces budget squeeze
The New Bedford Light
State Government
Transportation
Press Releases
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Urge your State Senator to preserve crucial funding for climate and conservation work.
Environmental League of Mass.
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Gloucester Police Officer Charged with Child Pornography Offense
U.S. Attorney's Office, District of Massachusetts
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The Changing Landscape: Impacts of Federal Action on Massachusetts
Mass. Taxpayers Foundation
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AFSCME’s Saunders on National Law Enforcement Week: We recognize law enforcement officers for their sacrifices and dedication
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees
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Pressley, Markey Welcome Rümeysa Öztürk Bact to Mass. at her Request Following her Release from ICE Detention
Office of Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
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Making Massachusetts Even More Livable For People Of All Ages
AARP Mass
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AIM Annual Meeting Celebrates Collaboration
Associated Industries of Mass.
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Senate OK’s supplemental budget with spending for education, transportation
Mass. Municipal Association
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EL Harvey: A Century of Sustainable Waste Management and Community Commitment
North Central Mass. Chamber of Commerce
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MassDEP Recognizes Top Performing Public Water Systems
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
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AG Campbell Sues Trump Administration Over Unwarranted "Energy Emergency"
Office of Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell