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Massachusetts becomes fifth state in nation to make prison calls free
Phone calls will be free starting Dec. 1 after the governor signed the legislation Wednesday. -
Beacon Hill can’t make a deal, leaves $250M for shelter crisis in limbo after Wednesday deadline
A $2.8 billion spending bill will now be mired in private negotiations after the state House and Senate failed to agree before a Wednesday deadline. -
With ballot question off the table, rent control supporters make their case to lawmakers
Bills to lift Massachusetts' ban on rent control drew support from tenants and opposition from landlords at a crowded hearing. -
‘I have had nightmares for 14 years’: Former Canton school student testifies for bill to ban shock devices
Jennifer Msumba says she is still traumatized by her time at Judge Rotenberg Educational Center, the only facility in the country that uses electric shock devices as an aversive therapy. -
Mass. lawmakers weigh ban on Native American mascots in public schools
If the proposal becomes law, schools in violation would have a grace period to adopt new symbols. -
Mass. shelters hit capacity, sending new migrant families and unhoused to waitlist
State officials say they will keep list of families in need as they try to find new spots. Advocates are hoping new state money will create new housing options. -
Mass. makes moves to figure out what happens after state shelter cap is reached
The state and United Way of Massachusetts Bay announced a $5-million grant program for local organizations to stand up short term overnight sites for “families and pregnant individuals with no alternative shelter options.” -
DiZoglio undeterred by AG's roadblock in her bid to audit the Legislature
The state auditor is hoping voters will back up her attempt to open the Legislature's books. -
Competitive state Senate race marks a test for Massachusetts Republicans
With powerful Democrats and Republicans behind them, state Reps. Jon Zlotnik and Peter Durant will face off in a Nov. 7 election. -
Healey goes big on housing. Will the Legislature follow her lead?
The governor unveiled a $4 billion housing bond bill this week.
