Politics

Bridgewater State Students Get Discounted South Coast Rail Fares

A new state pilot program will allow BSU students living along the South Coast Rail line to access reduced commuter rail fares.

Massachusetts Small Businesses Struggle with Beacon Hill's Affordability Disconnect

State's 'Affordability Agenda' fails to deliver real relief, as lawmakers pursue new taxes and fees

Massachusetts House and Senate Approve Bills on AI in Political Ads, Election Misinformation, and CPA Certification

Lawmakers take steps to regulate emerging technologies and strengthen consumer protections

Dracut Election Heats Up as Former Selectman Challenges Planning Board Chair

Two seats on the Dracut Board of Selectmen are up for grabs, with a potential rematch between former Selectman Joe DiRocco and architect Phil Thibault.

Healey Challenges RFK Jr.'s Dunkin', Starbucks Ingredient Concerns

Governor says 'Come and Take It' in response to Kennedy's potential ingredient restrictions

Mass. Congressional Delegation Blasts Noem After Trump Fires Homeland Security Boss

Lawmakers celebrate the ouster of Kristi Noem, the former Homeland Security secretary, but warn that deeper reforms are needed.

Judge dismisses case of deported Babson student, attorney appeals

Attorney says Boston was the only court that made sense to file the case after the student was detained at Logan Airport and deported to Honduras

Haitian Asylum Seeker Dies in ICE Custody After Untreated Toothache

Family says lack of medical care led to deadly infection

Moulton's State of the Union Guest Linked to Police Reports Involving Sexual Assault and Juveniles

Congressman Seth Moulton's illegal immigrant guest at the State of the Union address is named in police reports, according to authorities.

Massachusetts Couple Stranded in Israel Amid Iran War

Nonprofit organization helping evacuate Americans from the Middle East as conflict continues

Mass. Families Stuck in Middle East Amid Iran War

Sen. Markey calls on Trump administration to evacuate Americans from the region

US, Israeli Strikes on Iran Escalate as UMass Professor Warns of Widening Conflict

David Mednicoff says the situation has become a 'large regional war' with no clear end in sight.

Framingham Zoning Board Faces Showdown Over Waterfront Development

Neighbors appeal approval of 47-unit project under Dover Amendment, citing lack of transparency on lease details.

Malden And Medford Receive Federal Funding For Crucial Projects

Funding supports school infrastructure and community resilience

NYU Report Casts Doubt on Boston's Free Bus Plan

Analysis finds $1 billion in foregone fares could fund 41 miles of new subway lines instead.