7 notable Massachusetts laws that will take effect in 2025 — and 2 more that might
A flurry of late lawmaking means Gov. Healey is still reviewing pending legislation.
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Healey task force misses deadline for report on transportation funding
The 31-member panel was supposed to release its findings before the end of the New Year.
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Smoother travel expected this weekend at Logan and on Mass. roads
While no snow is expected, freezing rain is possible. -
Lawmakers send 16 bills to Healey's desk as session deadline looms
Legislators tackled topics ranging from school bus cameras to licensing dental hygienists who have worked in other countries. -
Kwanzaa kicks off with community events throughout Boston
Boston Public Library hosted two events on Thursday to celebrate the beginning of Kwanzaa, a seven-day celebration of African heritage. -
4 die in New Hampshire home from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning
Officials are investigating a gas heating system after finding the home did not have any carbon monoxide detectors. -
Birth report shows both progress and continuing disparities in Mass.
The Department of Public Health looked into prenatal care, birth weights, gestational diabetes and more.
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