MA Governor's Order Makes Data Centers Subject To Local Approval

Gov. Maura Healey's executive order states that cities and towns must sign off on data center development and energy consumption needs.

Massachusetts Legislators Seek To Honor Dolly Parton With '9 To 5 Day'

The two lawmakers filed a bill last week to honor Dolly Parton.

MA 2026 U.S. Senate Race: Deaton Mocks President Trump's 'Support' Of Markey

Republican John Deaton reiterates he never voted for the president in highlighting Trump's remaks on the Markey-Moulton race.

MA Primary 2026 U.S. Senate Race: Markey Bests Moulton In Battle Of The Ages

The Associated Press called the race in the 80-year-old Markey's favor shortly after 8:30 p.m.

MA State Primary 2026: Markey Repels Moulton, Minogue To Face Healey

Massachusetts voters chose November ballot candidates for Governor, Lt. Governor, U.S. Senate and U.S. Representative races.

MA 2026 Gubernatorial Primary Live Results: AP Calls Race For Minogue

Two Republican businessmen are vying to take on incumbent Gov. Maura Healey.

Candidates For Massachusetts Governor Push For Votes In Days Before Primary

"Who your governor is matters more than ever before," Healey told voters.

MA State Primary 2026 Voter Guide: Races, Poll Times, How To Vote

The U.S. Senate Democratic primary clash between Sen. Ed Markey and Rep. Seth Moulton headlines a night of party battles.

Massachusetts To Receive $366M In Meta Settlement, Doctor Calls It "Just The Beginning"

"Excessive use of social media can have real consequences on our young people's well-being," said Massachusetts A.G. Andrea Campbell.

Supreme Court Ruling Puts MA's Mail Ballot Rules In Flux

Massachusetts on Wednesday joined 24 other states in suing the United States Postal Service over the proposed new rules.

Trump’s Tariff-Free Beef Plan May Barely Dent MA Hamburger Prices

Trump has not said which countries will supply the beef.

Minogue Faces Off Against Shortsleeve In MA Gubernatorial Primary

The two Republican businessmen are vying to take on incumbent Gov. Maura Healey.

Should Mass. Join The Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program? Why A Teachers Union Says No.

One subject top of mind for administrators and staff is the new scholarship tax program, also known as the Education Freedom Tax Credit.

Markey, Moulton Deliver Parting Shots In Final MA Senate Primary Debate

Age, transgender rights and progressive bona fides dominated the final 60-minute debate of the primary campaign.

MA 2026 State Primary Voter Guide: Early Voting Begins This Weekend

Cities and towns across the state will begin early, in-person voting for the Sept. 1 primary on Saturday.

Gov. Healey Signs Law Strengthening Massachusetts Abortion Protections

The legislation provides patients facing serious pregnancy complications with medically appropriate care.

'ICE Needs To Be Stopped': MA Governor Celebrates 'Protect Act' Passage

Gov. Maura Healey heralded the bill as the "strongest law in the country to protect people from ICE."

25 States Sue Trump Administration Over Latest Round Of Tariffs

The import duties, enacted under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, target 60 economies with rates ranging from 10% to 12.5%.

Markey, Moulton Trade Punches In Contentious U.S. Senate Democratic Primary Debate

Markey accused Moulton of playing to the "MAGA" crowd, while Moulton cited Markey's inability to affect change in 50 years on Capitol Hill.

Massachusetts 'No Excuse' Vote By Mail: How To Get A Ballot For This Fall's Elections

Vote by Mail is available for MA state elections, state primaries, presidential primaries and most local elections.

Families Of Cold Case Victims Push For Massachusetts Bill That Could Help Bring Justice

Randolph is one of many family members pushing for legislation they hope would bring renewed attention to unsolved homicide cases across MA.

MA School Cellphone Bans: What Parents Need To Know Before Classes Start

The Massachusetts state legislature is still debating competing bills that could bring strict cellphone restrictions to students.

Massachusetts Lottery Goes Online, Debuts New Games. Here's How It Works.

Players can buy scratch tickets online, as well as other popular draw-based games like Powerball and Mega Millions.

25 States Sue FEMA And DHS, Accusing Trump Administration Of Withholding Funding

The lawsuit alleges DHS is using the funds as leverage over policies that are unrelated to those programs as part of a pressure campaign.

MA Board Revokes Doc's Right To Renew License Due To Jan. 6 Attack On Capitol

The OB-GYN stormed the Capitol and punched a police officer, according to the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine.

Legal Pot Sales Repeal, State Primary Reform Among 9 MA Ballot Questions This Fall

Ballot initiatives on rent control and lowering the state income tax were tossed out by the Supreme Judical Court.

Noah Kahan, Gov. Healey Join Forces To Stick It To Ticket Resellers This Season

Gov. Maura Healey's bill would cap ticket resales at 110 percent of face value, prohibit speculative ticket sales and cap fees.

House Passes Bill Making Daylight Saving Time Permanent: How MA's Reps Voted

The House voted 308-117 Tuesday to pass the Sunshine Protection Act.

MA State Beaches, Parks Parking Free For 4th Of July Weekend

The fee waiver covers all DCR properties statewide as Massachusetts marks the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.

Supreme Court's Birthright Citizenship Ruling "Huge Sigh Of Relief," Massachusetts ACLU Director Says

"I'm relieved, but I'm also cautious that it wasn't a unanimous decision," said Boston immigration attorney Annelise Araujo.

Massachusetts Pauses Tax Breaks For Data Centers And Addresses Energy, Water And Noise Concerns

A newly released CBS News poll found that more Americans are skeptical about having a data center in their area.

Supreme Court Ruling Could Impact 45,000 Haitians In Massachusetts: "Families Divided And Ripped Apart"

The program launched in 1990 under then-President George H.W. Bush and has been the law for 36 years.

What SNAP Ruling Means For Food Aid Benefits In Massachusetts

A new court decision has delayed banning the use of federal food aid for candy and sugary drinks in 23 states.

Rent Control Question Cannot Appear On Ballot In November, Massachusetts' Highest Court Rules

The state's highest court said the ballot question would have exempted religious facilities.

SJC Clears Way For Ballot Question That Would Eliminate Political Party Primaries In Massachusetts

The ballot question would allow candidates running for the same office to appear on a single primary ballot, regardless of affiliation.

Take A Rare Look Inside The Largest Data Center In Massachusetts. Neighbors Call It "The Dungeon."

Communities across the country have been fighting to stop the construction of mega-sized data centers used to power the future of A.I.

Seth Moulton And John Deaton Debate Without Ed Markey In Massachusetts Senate Race

"The enemy of the Massachusetts people today is Donald Trump," said Congressman Moulton (D-6th District) during a WBZ pre-primary debate.

Massachusetts Governor To Announce New Wrong-Way Driving Prevention Steps In Wake Of Trooper's Death

Massachusetts recently completed a pilot program that involved installing wrong-way driving detection devices around the state.

Republican John Deaton, Democrat Seth Moulton To Meet In WBZ Pre-Primary Massachusetts Senate Debate Without Ed Markey

Markey has survived and thrived during 50 years of bare-knuckle Massachusetts politics.

Massachusetts Earns 80/100 in New Financial Transparency Ranking

According to new national report by Truth in Accounting