Politics

As Harvard reportedly considers a $500 million settlement with the Trump administration, U.S. Rep. Katherine Clark expressed concern over institutions “bending the knee” to Trump but Harvard might be the exception.

The vote on July 16 effectively stalls the bill (S 350) filed by Republican Sen. Ryan Fattman, as Democrats aim to prevent it from advancing further in the legislative process.

After several days of fielding criticism about the move behind the scenes, Gov. Maura Healey on Friday named the state's top hospital lobbyist to a position at the regulatory agency that oversees virtually all major health care decisions — including those directly affecting his clients — in Massachusetts.

The Blue Envelope program provides police with communication tips with the goal of safer traffic stops.

Rep loses license and faces fines as attorney appeals for "mercy the court gives to first-time offenders"

Building on a 2022 state law, the new bill would protect patient data from out-of-state actors.

Lawn has represented parts of Watertown, Waltham and Newton in the House since 2011.

The legislation seeks to expand MassHealth eligibility, bring more doctors to high-needs area, and otherwise make health care more accessible.

Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox said mid-year statistics are difficult to discuss and attributed the rise to increased calls to police.

The mayor acknowledged increased drug activity in the South End and other neighborhoods, but said the situation is improving overall.