By Peyton Benbow
Representatives in the State Congress will vote this week on the long-negotiated tax relief deal intended to lower the tax burden for low-income families and seniors.
Category: Regional
Elizabeth Warren decides to run for a third term
By Jeff Grundy
This will be the first time Warren’s name will be on a Massachusetts ballot since her lackluster third place finish in 2020’s Presidential Primary.
Boston Chamber of Commerce encourages Governor Healy to increase pay to bring in new MBTA General Manager
By Mackenzie Bruno
The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce, one of the top business leaders in the area, stated to Governor Healy that a sizable salary increase is vital to ensure a talented professional comes to fix the MBTA’s multitude of concerns.
Baker reflects on past seven years in his final State of the Commonwealth address
By Sofia Mendes
COVID-19 responses, public safety bills, and bipartisan collaboration were just a few of the topics mentioned by Gov. Baker on Tuesday night
Polls show Wu ahead in mayoral race as early voting gets underway
By Steph Trendell
With just eight days left until election day, Boston voters get ready to vote early in the city’s most historic mayoral race yet.
Biden Administration To Make Masks Readily Available at Community Health Centers and Food Banks
By Karagan Knowles
An estimated 12 million to 15 million Americans will receive masks through the program
Ayanna Pressley Unveils New Criminal Justice Reform Bill
By Anthony LaBruto
Pressley’s proposed legislation would end federal use of the death penalty.
Deval Patrick is Considering a Late Entry into the Democratic Party’s Primary
By Anissa Gardizy
Sources say the former governor met with his advisors on Sunday in Boston to discuss a campaign.
Boston City Council Election Welcomes Newcomers
By Elena Naze
Minority candidates now make up a majority of the Boston City Council.
Communities to Elect Local Officials Today
By Anissa Gardizy
Massachusetts communities are electing mayors, city councilors, school committee members, among other positions today.