Must-Reads
Massachusetts
House set to vote Wednesday on $2.25 billion spending bill
State House News Service
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Citing ‘serious questions’ and ‘questionable spending,’ Mass. lawmakers move to hold back funding for sheriffs
Boston Globe
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As Mass. residents get ready to turn the heat up, Gov. Healey orders regulators to bring bills down
MassLive
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A familiar fight: The lessons of Kennedy’s failed challenge of Markey loom over Moulton’s bid
Boston Globe
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Democratic senator shouldn’t run at age 80, new primary challenger says
Washington Post
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DHS claimed an Everett 13-year-old had a gun when he was arrested. The city’s mayor says he didn’t.
Boston Globe
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Massachusetts Sen. Velis to serve in National Guard at southwestern border
WWLP 22
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Massachusetts Auditor DiZoglio to headline State House rally: ‘No longer about an audit’
Boston Herald
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Rep envisions new rail corridor built on casino wagers
State House News Service
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A six-figure pay raise, $850,000 religious statues, and contentious comments: Controversies envelop Quincy’s embattled mayor
Boston Globe
National
America Needs a Mass Movement—Now
The Atlantic
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The Human Trafficking Case That Could Hand Government Contractors Blanket Immunity
The Lever
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SCOTUS takes up ‘most consequential’ redistricting case
Pluribus News
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‘I love Hitler’: Leaked messages expose Young Republicans’ racist chat
Politico
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Millions Expected to Rally Across U.S. in ‘No Kings Day’ Protests Against Trump
TIME
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There’s Something Weirdly Familiar About This New GOP Argument
The Bulwark
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Trump Is Worrying About the Afterlife. Thank Heaven.
The Bulwark
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9 Stupid Things People Are Saying About Antifa
The Bulwark
Today on Beacon Hill
10:00am
Health Equity Compact Legislative Briefing
Room 428, State House, Boston
10:30am
2025 Mass Save Climate Leader Award Ceremony
Great Hall, State House, Boston
10:30am
Respite and Rights Coalition Legislative Briefing
Room 437, State House, Boston
11:00am
House Full Formal Session
House Chamber
12:00pm
Invest in Water Day hosted by the Utility Contractors' Association of New England
Senate Reading Room, State House, Boston
12:30pm
"We the People" Rally
State House Steps, Boston
1:00pm
Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security: Committee Hearing
State House, A-2 and Virtual
1:00pm
Joint Committee on Public Service: Committee Hearing
State House, B-1 & Virtual
1:00pm
Joint Committee on Housing: Committee Hearing
State House, A-1 and Virtual
1:00pm
Sierra Club Massachusetts Rally
State House Steps, Boston
1:30pm
Cannabis Control Commission Public Meeting
Union Station, 2 Washington Square, Worcester and via Teams
2:00pm
Mass. Environmental Policy Act Office Public Hearing
Via Zoom
2:00pm
Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs Public Hearing
Via Zoom
6:30pm
Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs Public Hearing
6:40 PM - 8:00 PM
7:00pm
Department of Energy Resources Public Hearing
Via Zoom
Birthday: Rep. Amy Sangiolo
News by Category
Beltway Politics
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Tate: NE’s Republican comeback begins in NH
Boston Herald
Business
Civil Rights
Education
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West Springfield School Department receives funding for improvements
The Reminder
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Harvard says majority of research funding canceled by Trump has been restored
Boston Globe
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‘An American tale’? What historians tell us about the Trump admin’s attacks on higher ed
MassLive
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Pembroke School Committee Advances New Graduation Standards to Replace MCAS
South Shore News
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In the Fight Over Federal Higher Education Policy, Massachusetts Is a Major Player
The Harvard Crimson
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A Majority of Frozen Federal Funding Has Been Restored, Harvard Says
The Harvard Crimson
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He was wait-listed at Harvard as a high schooler. Now he’s a billionaire crucial to the university’s Trump negotiations.
Boston Globe
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Some WMass schools fall far behind on childhood vaccines, posing challenge to districts
NEPM
Environment
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Airfield expansion opponents dismiss 'greenwashing campaign'
State House News Service
Health Care
Housing
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Study reveals Berkshire County and western Massachusetts have long way to go toward solving housing crisis
the Berkshire edge
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A new Mass. law cracks down on no-inspection home sales
WBUR
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Riverview Place housing project begins at old church site in Easthampton
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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New law takes one weapon away from eager home buyers
State House News Service
Human Services
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Montigny wants state to fine nursing home cited for failing to stop abuse
The New Bedford Light
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Montigny wants state to fine nursing home cited for failing to stop abuse
The New Bedford Light
Immigration
Judiciary
Labor
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Massachusetts pay transparency law is about to go into effect. Here's what it means
The Metro West Daily News
Legislative
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Massachusetts Auditor DiZoglio to headline State House rally: ‘No longer about an audit’
Sentinel & Enterprise
Local Government
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Granby winery faces zoning dispute over residential location
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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McGovern to meet with Leverett residents on Friday
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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Boston city councilors slam City Hall for allowing violent pro-Palestinian rally to proceed without permit
Boston Herald
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Hadley officials to discuss looming layoffs
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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Judge temporarily blocks installation of saint statues outside Quincy public safety building
CBS News
Politics
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Mitt Romney ‘heartbroken’ as police investigate sister-in-law’s death
The Hill
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Healey slams shutdown: ‘Washington needs to get back to work.’
Boston.com
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These are the New England midterm races to watch in 2026. And why they matter
MassLive
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Moulton launches Senate campaign to challenge Markey: ‘It’s time for a new generation of leadership for Democrats’
Boston Globe
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‘Support Our Schools’ coalition candidates make their case
Daily Hampshire Gazette
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Globe endorsement: Miniard Culpepper for City Council in District Seven
Boston Globe
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Worcester: What you need to know about the Nov. 4 municipal election
Worcester Telegram
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Why is Seth Moulton running against Ed Markey? He thinks the senator is too old.
Boston Globe
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Moulton launches Senate bid, challenging Markey
WGBH
Public Health
Public Safety
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Trump threatens to revoke Boston’s World Cup matches if authorities don’t get tougher on crime
WGBH
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‘The very embodiment of public corruption’: Retired State Police sergeant sentenced to six years in prison for bribery scheme
Boston Globe
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Woman impaled by e-bike handlebars on a mission for better regulation in Massachusetts
CBS News
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Convicted Mass State Police Sgt. Gary Cederquist sentenced to federal prison
Boston Herald
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Long-awaited report calls for civilian review board to oversee Worcester police
Worcester Telegram
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Haverhill police probe to focus on former chief, deputy chief
The Eagle Tribune
State Finance
State Government
Transportation
Utilities
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Healey orders regulators to scour gas, electric bills and lower charges
State House News Service
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Healey tells DPU to review, lower gas and electric bills
Boston.com
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Assistance available to help combat rising heating costs
Western Mass News
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Healey calls on utility regulators to slash charges, get moving on solar
Boston Herald
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As rate hikes loom, Healey pressures oversight agency to review utility bill charges, remove those that aren’t ‘justified’
Boston Globe
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Saying energy bills are ‘way too high,' Gov. Healey calls for review of gas and electric rates
NBC Boston
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Mass. Gov. Maura Healey takes on utility bills
Axios
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Healey orders regulators to scour gas, electric bills and lower charges
State House News Service
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Eversource takes $285 million Revolution Wind hit
Boston Business Journal
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Healey directs DPU to review utility bills for ways to save on costs
Gloucester Times
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The Hilltowns are finally online, but the leap into the digital age comes with mixed blessings
Daily Hampshire Gazette
Press Releases
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Legal Advocates Ask Supreme Court to End Home Equity Seizures in Tax Foreclosures After Major Court Victory in Massachusetts, Legal Advocates Bring Home Equity Theft Battle to the Supreme Court
Pioneer Institute
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Presents 42nd Annual Trooper George L. Hanna Memorial Awards for Bravery to Members of Law Enforcement
Mass. Executive Office of Public Safety and Security
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Governor Healey Establishes Competitiveness Council to Grow Economy, Strengthen Business Climate
Mass. Executive Office of Economic Development
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Board of Early Education and Care Approves New Funding Formula to Strengthen Child Care in Massachusetts
Mass. Department of Early Education and Care
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MassDOT Announces Reprocurement for Service Plazas Contract
Massachusetts Department of Transportation
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Sounds Alarm Over Donald Trump’s Firing of 500 U.S. Department of Education Staff
Mass. Executive Office of Education
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AG's Office Secures Over $583,000 from Westwood-Based Security Company for Violating Workers' Rights
Office of Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell, Fair Labor Division
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Launches Redesigned Solar Incentive Program to Advance Solar Energy in Massachusetts
Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources
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Veolia renews partnership with Holyoke, Massachusetts to modernize wastewater operations with Hubgrade technology
Veolia
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McGovern Introduces New Bill to Improve School Meals and Expand Nutrition Options for Kids
Office of Congressman Jim McGovern