Recount shows Lisa Field held lead in Taunton and Easton state rep race — by 15 votes
The recount for the open House seat to represent parts of Taunton and Easton concluded with the Democrat who originally claimed victory holding on to her win, though by a slightly smaller margin.
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Sen. Markey urges Biden to issue preemptive pardons ahead of Trump's inauguration
The senator believes Trump will act in a revengeful way "towards individuals who he believes harmed him.” -
AG Campbell won't get involved in Question 1 dispute — yet
Andrea Campbell said the attorney general's office can only get involved if the dispute between the auditor and Massachusetts Legislature goes to litigation. -
Heated Harvard forum with Kellyanne Conway shows growing political tensions on Boston campuses
Republican groups claim harassment in wake of 2024 election -
House vote sends Boston tax bill to Senate
Mayor Michelle Wu has pushed for the bill's passage to mitigate the extent of coming increases in residential property taxes, while critics of the legislation say the city should pull back on its spending increases. -
Patrick: Democrats erred by not talking to outsiders
The former Massachusetts governor says his party could learn from Donald Trump. -
As Biden administration winds down, state’s liability for $2.5 billion in misspent federal funds remains unclear
The money was erroneously disbursed during the Baker administration. -
Healey signs $4 billion jobs bill
It offers hundreds of millions of dollars of long-term state support to the life sciences and climate technology industries, clears the way for development of a professional soccer stadium in Everett, controversially shields a nonprofit accused of predatory lending, and more. -
Déjà vu as Mayor Wu seeks authority to temporarily tax commercial properties more
Wu told the Joint Revenue Committee the measure needs Gov. Maura Healey’s signature in the next two weeks. -
Farmers markets could add beer sales under economic development bill
Package stores say the provision complicates the tough state alcohol market. -
Donald Trump made inroads with Latinos. These local experts are not surprised.
Journalists say a lack of understanding their needs partnered with a generational divide may have delivered Latino votes to Trump.
