Must-Reads
Massachusetts
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Shiva Ayyadurai wanted his local newspaper to cover his longshot Senate bid. Now, he's suing them.
Boston Globe
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Opinion: Question 3 would bring California’s primary problems to Massachusetts
Commonwealth Magazine
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Jake Auchincloss, assembling a rifle to camera, urges voters to back Question 9 in new ad
Boston Globe
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Brockton businesses are installing fridge-sized batteries to slash electricity bills
Boston Globe
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Kansas Was Supposed to Be Easy for Republicans. Then Tyson Brody Moved Back Home.
Politico
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Justice Dept. Opens Inquiry Into Corey Lewandowski
New York Times
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Trump Defends Ramaswamy’s Attack Ad as Ohio’s Republican Governor Joins Backlash
New York Times
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Top MAHA adviser Calley Means resigns from White House days ahead of midterms
STAT News
Sponsored
Today on Beacon Hill
9:15am
MMA Fall 2026 Legislative Breakfast
Needham & Westport
10:00am
White Cane Awareness Day Celebration
Grand Staircase & Great Hall, State House, Boston
Political Ads
Massachusetts
Massachusetts: Ballot questions
As a Marine and dad, I’m voting Yes on 9 to keep assault weapons off our streets
Jake Auchincloss (D)
Massachusetts: Governor
Massachusetts Can't Afford MAGA Mike Minogue
Mass. Democratic State Committee (D)
National
Sponsored
New Media
Instagram
The most important thing you can do today to support Brigham nurses is call MA Governor Maura Healey RIGHT NOW!
Massachusetts Nurses Association
We’re grateful for Governor Healey’s partnership in funding critical victim services.
Victim Rights Law Center
Podcasts
Substack
TikTok
YouTube
Massachusetts voter turnout exceeds half a million ahead of 2026 midterm election
WCVB Channel 5 Boston
Quote of the Day
“The mailer is either a real attempt to coach minors around their parents or a dirty trick timed for an election in which transgender issues are central to the U.S. Senate race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico.”
On mysterious mailers sent to Texas students containing information about transgender identity and parental involvement.
News by Category
2026 Midterm Elections
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Ouellette, St. Gelais clash over affordability, Beacon Hill
South Coast Today
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Murray, Shepley On The Issues: Compare Their Answers Before You Vote
Andover News
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Battenfeld: Mike Minogue fails to seize on Healey's uninspiring campaign
Boston Herald
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Massachusetts ballot questions, explained
Boston Globe
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After a week of setbacks, GOP's Michael Minogue votes early, and goes on the offensive
Boston Globe
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Massachusetts state auditor visits Westfield to discuss transparency, Ballot Question 1
22WWLP.com
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Editorial: Globe endorses no on Question 6
Boston Globe
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'Corruption and incompetence!' Minogue slams Healey over MA being sold as 'sanctuary' for illegal fraudsters
Boston Herald
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Behind in polls, Minogue voices confidence and touts early voting
22WWLP.com
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Mass. voter turnout exceeds half a million ahead of 2026 midterm election
WCVB
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Ballot question ads proliferate campaigns keep spending as Election Day nears
MASSterList
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Yes on Question 1 could make government more transparent
Boston Business Journal
Beltway Politics
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Trump Is Already Building His Excuse for Losing the Midterms
The Bulwark
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JD Vance Is a Sociopath
The Bulwark
Business
Health Care
Housing
Human Services
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Proposed $10M settlement aims to help David Almond's brothers, other children in foster care
Boston 25 News
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Leominster lawmakers secure funding for food pantry
Sentinel & Enterprise
Judiciary
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No clear signs that Legislature will act swiftly on child sexual abuse amendment
Commonwealth Magazine
Labor
Legislative
Local Government
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'Public trust has been damaged.' Sharon Special Town Meeting votes no confidence in 5 School Committee members.
Boston Globe
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Report finds common ground on Devens' future; committee presses MassDevelopment to rejoin
Harvard Press
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Shawn Oliver can stay on the council after OUI arrest, city says
The New Bedford Light
Public Health
Public Safety
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Two police officers in New Bedford fired over repeated Flock misuse
Boston Globe
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Two troopers suspended in connection to rape at State Police barracks on Martha's Vineyard
Boston Globe
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A timeline of accusations leading up to the alleged rape at the Martha's Vineyard State Police barracks
Boston Globe
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House passes bill to benefit Chelmsford firefighter after months of waiting
Lowell Sun
Transportation
Press Releases
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Barnstable County Awarded $51,363.50 to Help Local Growers Bring More Cape Cod Native Plants to Market
Barnstable County
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New Warren Report: Weak Trump Antitrust Enforcement and Backroom Deals Are Driving Up Costs for American Families
Office of U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren
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New Warren Analysis: Higher Grocery Prices and Trump’s SNAP Cuts Cost American Families Over $22 Billion: “A Direct Result of President Trump’s Failed Policies”
Office of U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren
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Galvin Urges Voters to Register by Saturday
Office of Secretary of the Commonwealth William F. Galvin
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Governor Healey Awards $14 Million to Help Massachusetts State University Students Graduate
Office of Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll
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Governor Healey Announces ‘Move-In Mass’ Initiative to Expand Affordable Homeownership Opportunities
Office of Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll
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Commission on Judicial Conduct files Formal Charges against retired Judge Franco J. GoBourne
Massachusetts Commission on Judicial Conduct
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Governor Healey Awards $5 Million to Expand High School Career Pathways Across Massachusetts
Office of Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll
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AG Campbell Joins Coalition Opposing DOJ’s Frivolous Challenge To California Elections
Office of the Attorney General
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Brings MassMakes Innovation Challenge to 250 Students During Massachusetts STEM Week
Executive Office of Education
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Legislative Priorities: No Gas Tax Relief. Up to $70 Million for Offshore Wind.
Mass. Fiscal Alliance