Mar. 3, 2026
Boston City Councilor Calls for Cuts to Youth Participatory Budgeting Program
Councilor Ed Flynn argues 11-year-olds should not be deciding how millions in taxpayer funds are spent.
Mar. 2, 2026
Boston's $135M White Stadium Rebuild Costs Kept from Taxpayers
Records show mayor delayed revealing final price tag had nearly tripled from initial estimates.
Mar. 2, 2026
Former Newton Mayor Appointed to Charitable Fund Board
Ruthanne Fuller joins Horace Cousens Industrial Funds Board of Trustees
Feb. 28, 2026
Boston Releases 2025 City Payroll Data
The full database of over 25,000 city employee salaries is now public.
Feb. 26, 2026
Working group recommends more police and new 'recovery' court for 'Mass. and Cass'
The recommendations aim to address drug use and homelessness in the Boston neighborhood, but some experts raise concerns about an increasingly punitive approach.
Feb. 26, 2026
Boston Mayor Puts Positive Spin on Snow Piles
Michelle Wu embraces winter weather with upbeat messaging and community engagement
Feb. 23, 2026
MA Rep. Gentile To Honor Local School Committee Member
Dr. Michael Williams will be recognized at the Black Excellence on the Hill Awards in Boston.
Feb. 23, 2026
Boston leaders propose new plan to tackle Mass and Cass drug crisis
The 'choice-based' approach aims to get addicts off the streets and into long-term recovery programs.
Feb. 23, 2026
Boston Councilor Calls for Mayor to Ease Affordability Rules
Councilor Ed Flynn says inclusionary zoning requirements are stalling new housing development in the city.
Feb. 23, 2026
Boston Councilor Calls for Rollback of Affordable Housing Rules
Ed Flynn says Mayor Wu's inclusionary zoning requirements are stalling development and worsening affordability in the city.
Feb. 22, 2026
Beverly Public Safety Leaders Seek Stabilization After $160K Dispatch Overages
The city council approved additional funding to cover overtime and personnel turnover in the newly combined public safety dispatch department.
Feb. 14, 2026
Boston Mayor Wu Secures PILOT Payment Deal with Wentworth Institute
Five-year agreement will see tax-exempt college resume cash payments to the city after pandemic pause.
Feb. 11, 2026
Quincy Mayor Aims to Purchase Closed College Campus
The announcement comes after an alum's plans to buy the property fell apart.
Feb. 11, 2026
Brookline's Harvard Street Rezoning Fails to Spur Development
Experts disagree on why new zoning hasn't led to more housing projects
Feb. 11, 2026
Boston Councilor Proposes E-Bike Regulations and Delivery Ban
Councilor Ed Flynn files legislation to improve pedestrian safety in the city
Feb. 10, 2026
Haverhill Weighs Pedestrian Safety Measures After Accidents
City Council explores education, enforcement, and infrastructure changes to protect walkers.
Feb. 9, 2026
Malden, MA Loses Lawsuit Over Restrictive Cannabis Zoning
City's attempt to limit cannabis shops near homes, schools, and other sites ruled unconstitutional.
Feb. 8, 2026
Haverhill Councilors to Discuss Pedestrian Safety at Monday Meeting
Public meetings this week will address issues like crosswalk beacons, Kimball Tavern renovations, and the 2026 Multicultural Festival lineup.
Feb. 8, 2026
Lowell City Council proposes to consolidate School Committee functions
School Committee members push back against draft home rule petition that would transfer financial, personnel, and maintenance duties to city administration.
