Politics
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As federal immigration enforcement activities take place across the nation, legislation aimed at boosting protections for immigrants in Massachusetts.
BY KATIE CASTELLANI STATE HOUSE, BOSTON…..As federal immigration enforcement activities disrupt cities and towns across the nation, members of the…
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Most dogs in Fall River need to be licensed; the city has announced what you need to do for 2026
Here is your annual reminder that most Fall River pet dogs have to be licensed. According to the City of…
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Vineyard Wind resumes full activities; Massachusetts Sens. Ed Markey and Elizabeth Warren applaud court decision
BY MICHAEL NORTON After two other projects secured relief in the courts, Vineyard Wind on Tuesday also won a decision…
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Massachusetts residential utility customers to see bill reductions, but there is a catch
There’s a major temporary utility bill relief program in Massachusetts for the winter of 2026, announced by Governor Maura Healey…
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Massachusetts groups, politicians express anger over fatal Minneapolis shooting, Governor Healey calls on Noem to resign
BY SAM DRYSDALE Jan. 26, 2026…..Gov. Maura Healey demanded Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem resign on Monday, following outrage that…
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Auditor DiZoglio Plans Lawsuit Against Massport Over Blocked Access to Personnel Records
BY KATIE CASTELLANI Auditor Diana DiZoglio says she is planning to sue the Massachusetts Port Authority over documents she claims…
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In State of the Commonwealth, Massachusetts Governor Healey to announce immediate reduction in electric and gas bills
BOSTON – According to a release from her office, in her third State of the Commonwealth Address, Governor Maura Healey will announce…
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Senator files legislation that places limitations on arrests, detention, or custody actions within Massachusetts courthouses due to increased ICE activity
Boston, MA – On Tuesday, a Massachusetts Senator filed legislation that she says is “reaffirming a fundamental promise of our…
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Massachusetts Road to Opportunity Act would end practice of taking away driver’s licenses in certain instances
BOSTON – According to a release from the ACLU, a new statewide survey of more than 1,000 Massachusetts voters conducted…
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Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn to not seek re-election for fourth term; here is what he had to say
Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn has announced in the following statement that he will not seek re-election. “After serving…
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