Politics

Boston City Council Considers Eliminating Parking Requirements for New Development

Proposal aims to reduce housing costs and boost production, but faces opposition from some councilors

Boston Mayor Denies City Funds for LGBTQ Migrant 'Wellness Perks' Program

City says $7,500 grant to OUTnewcomers was for mental health services, not $500 'wellness allowances'

Boston City Council to Host Hearing On Delays, Lost Funding for Transportation Projects

Councilors seek answers on why the Wu administration has blocked long-planned transportation projects across the city.

Boston Immigration Judge Fired After Öztürk Ruling

Dismissal raises concerns about judicial independence and due process protections for immigration court judges.

Trump Administration Appeals Ruling Restoring Harvard's Research Funding

Government argues it has right to propose reforms to address antisemitism on campus.

FBI Allegedly Rehearsed January 6 Prosecution Scenarios Months Before Riot

Conservatives raise concerns over potential political targeting by federal law enforcement.

Remembering Lexington and Concord on Patriots' Day

The first battle of the American Revolution is commemorated each April 19th in Massachusetts and Maine.

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey Maintains High Approval Despite Controversies

Incumbent Democrat holds commanding lead over Republican challengers heading into 2026 election

Pressley Wealth Surge Draws Scrutiny, Dismissive Response

Critics demand more transparency from elected officials on financial disclosures.

House Passes Bill to Extend TPS for Haitians

Bipartisan legislation aims to protect over 300,000 Haitian immigrants from deportation

Boston Mayor Pushes 'Wellness' Grants for Queer Migrants Despite Budget Shortfall

Critics blast mayor's plan to fund yoga, meditation for illegal immigrants as city lays off teachers

House Passes Bill to Extend Protected Status for Haitians

Legislation led by Rep. Ayanna Pressley would allow 19,000 Haitians in Massachusetts to avoid deportation.

Lawmakers Quietly Discuss AI's Transformative Impacts

Fears of 'destruction' and existential concerns emerge from closed-door Capitol Hill roundtable.

Massachusetts Senate Passes $3.6 Billion Environmental Bond Bill

Bipartisan vote advances measure to address climate adaptation and resilience projects across the state.

Massachusetts governor proposes her own youth social media bill

Healey's plan focuses on changing default settings rather than an outright ban