Critical mass forming behind tax hike on ‘megacorporations’
The legislation targets primarily corporations with more than $2.5 billion in assets.
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Cannabis competitor flowering in convenience stores
Reformers urge lawmakers to force regulation of hemp-based products. -
Medicaid funding fears loom over Massachusetts state budget
Top Democrats in the Massachusetts Senate are seeking to boost state spending by more than 6% next year — and say non-negotiable rising costs left them little wiggle room in crafting their budget. -
Boston City Councilor Fernandes Anderson pleads guilty to theft and wire fraud
Prosecutors recommended a year in prison. -
Former VP Pence to be honored with Kennedy Profile in Courage Award
The former Vice President is being recognized for his role overseeing the presidential transfer of power on Jan. 6th, 2021. -
Trump signs executive order directing federal funding cuts to PBS and NPR
President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order aiming to slash public subsidies to PBS and NPR as he alleged “bias” in the broadcasters’ reporting. -
State Senate pitches spending $5 million on World Cup transportation upgrades
With summer 2026 fast approaching, the Senate spending bill would set aside money to help fans get to and from Gillette Stadium. -
Mass. House passes state budget with 6% spending boost
The budget includes $5 million to help immigrants access legal representation if they're accused of nonviolent offenses. -
Wheelchair users say repair bill is about ‘restoring dignity’
Response to "crisis of equity" cleared Senate last session, died in House. -
100 days into Trump's second term, young voters see more negatives than positives
Politics IRL explored the first 100 days with two people who support Trump and two people who don't. -
Advocacy groups spotlight '100 days of harm' since Trump's White House return
Local activists marked President Trump’s 100th day in office with a rally to highlight what they say has been Trump’s negative impact on Massachusetts.
