Stats show shoplifting spike in Boston, officials say they’re working on it
Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox said mid-year statistics are difficult to discuss and attributed the rise to increased calls to police.
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Plastic bag ban, maternal health bill eyed for State House votes this week
Lawmakers are also trying to reach a deal on a $58 billion state budget by a July 1 deadline. -
Court OKs tipped minimum wage question for November ballot
A challenge from the restaurant industry sought to block the question from going before voters. -
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.
