Patrick: Democrats erred by not talking to outsiders
The former Massachusetts governor says his party could learn from Donald Trump.
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What's in the Massachusetts Senate bill to allow overdose prevention sites?
The bill would give cities and towns the authority to open overdose prevention centers, facilities where people can use illegal drugs under the supervision of medical personnel. -
Overdose prevention centers could move forward in Massachusetts under Senate bill
A bill up for a vote Tuesday in the state Senate includes liability protections for harm reduction sites, if cities and towns choose to open them. -
20 years ago: Boston’s historic 2004 Democratic National Convention
Looking back on the momentous event that led to protest standards that remain today and introduced Barack Obama to a national audience. -
US senators subpoena Steward CEO to testify about hospitals' bankruptcy
Sen. Ed Markey sees a planned September hearing as a "day of reckoning" for Steward's Dr. Ralph de la Torre. -
Mass. lawmakers step up child care funding with $1.5 billion proposal
Still, one provider warned “Christmas is over” after federal pandemic relief funds dried up. -
Majority of Mass. delegation skips Netanyahu’s speech to Congress
Rep. Jim McGovern instead co-hosted a briefing with families of Israeli hostages who have been critical of the prime minister. -
Free community college legislation taps into 'engine of opportunity,' State Sen. Comerford says
A proposal to make community college tuition- and fee-free for all Massachusetts residents now sits on Gov. Maura Healey’s desk. -
Healey imposes new restrictions and changes to the shelter system
Certain families will be prioritized for shelter space starting next week, with others limited to five-day stays in temporary sites. -
Sen. Warren says Kamala Harris is 'ready to go'
Warren endorsed Harris and said she is not interested in the VP post. -
Mass. Black political leaders energized by Democrats' turn to Kamala Harris
The shift in presumptive Democratic presidential nominees comes with less than four months left before the Nov. 5 general election.
