Patrick: Democrats erred by not talking to outsiders
The former Massachusetts governor says his party could learn from Donald Trump.
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Mass. House votes to expand the definition of 'parent'
The bill sets out clear path to establishing parental rights for same-sex families and others who use assisted reproduction to have kids. -
Boston City Council president pushes for ranked choice voting
Ruthzee Louijeune proposed a home rule petition for ranked choice voting. -
Warren seeks consequences for 'corporate crimes' in health care
Sen. Elizabeth Warren says health care executives should face prison time if a patient dies because of their "looting." -
Mass. officials launch information campaign warning against anti-abortion centers
The $1 million campaign encourages people to ask questions about the scope of available reproductive care. -
Mass. House approves 5-year, $6.5-billion housing bill
Lawmakers take a stab at housing supply and affordability woes. -
Massachusetts, Illinois governors call on Congress to protect access to birth control
The two Democrats say Republican lawmakers who oppose the Right to Contraception Act should be held accountable for their positions. -
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In Massachusetts politics, overwhelmingly positive reaction to Trump's felony convictions
Dissenting voices were few and far between following the convictions on 34 counts Thursday. -
House approves 205 targeted new alcohol licenses in Boston
Zip codes in neighborhoods including Roxbury, East Boston and Jamaica Plain would get licenses over the next three years. -
Concerns about displacement, small businesses loom over Boston property tax debate
The Boston City Council is considering a proposal from Mayor Wu to temporarily shift more of the tax burden onto commercial properties than residential ones.