Concerns About Billing Errors, Costs Prompt Investigation Of MA Energy Bills

The state Department of Public Utilities said the investigation will center around delivery charges and billing practices.

'Pot Cafes' Coming To MA With Expected Final Vote This Week

The state Cannabis Control Commission is expected to approve guidelines for on-site consumption of marijuana products and licensed events.

MA Eversource Agrees To $45M Settlement With Money To Cover Customers' Bills

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell called the agreement a "landmark settlement."

Brian Walshe Jurors See Photographs Of Bloodstained Tools, Accused Murderer Buying Cleaning Supplies

Judge Diane Freniere told jurors on Friday that they likely have two weeks left of evidence to hear.

MA Gov. Healey Touts Vaccine Safety, Reaffirms Access Amid Trump-RFK Jr. Clash

The statements are the Healey administration's latest moves to counter evolving CDC guidance that softens long-standing vaccine support.

New Details On $1K 'Trump Accounts' For MA Babies

Children born to Massachusetts parents in 2025 could get a $1,000 financial boost when they turn 18.

State Rep. Ann-Margaret Ferrante Dies After Long Journey With Cancer

Gov. Maura Healey and others in the Massachusetts community are mourning the loss.

Could Rent Control Be Coming To Massachusetts?

A proposal to cap annual rent increases cleared the required signature hurdle in the process to appear on the 2026 ballot.

Massachusetts Bills Would Create Minimum Gratuity During "Peak" Season, Raise Tip Wage

There is a bill that would raise the overall minimum wage to $20, but it includes legislation that would raise tip wage from $6.25 to $12.

House Votes To End Shutdown: See How MA Delegation Voted

U.S. Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) called the funding bill "a fundamental betrayal of the people."

Advocates Push For Virtual Open Town Meetings In Massachusetts

Groups argue that remote participation would significantly reduce the disenfranchisement of some voters.

Trump Proposes $2K Tariff Dividend: Who Would Qualify In MA?

It's unclear how much support there is for stimulus checks, or how they would be distributed.

Gov. Healey Vows No SNAP-Benefit 'Claw Back' Despite President Trump's Demands

Gov. Maura Healey urged residents to use the SNAP benefits paid out this weekend and said $5 million in donations are going to food banks.

Lawmakers Move To End Shutdown: How MA Senators Voted

Both U.S. Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey voted against the legislation to reopen the federal government.

Flight Reductions Planned Due To Shutdown: Are MA Airports Impacted?

The Federal Aviation Administration plans to announce 40 “high-volume markets” where flights will be reduced by 10 percent.

Mega Millions Jackpot Grows To $843M For Friday’s Drawing: What To Know In MA

The massive jackpot grew after no one matched all six numbers in Tuesday’s drawing.

SNAP Benefit Freeze: MA Pols React As President Trump Threatens To Defy Court Order

President Trump posted on Truth Social that SNAP benefits will not be paid out until Democrats vote to reopen the federal government.

Trump Administration To Partially Pay SNAP Benefits: What It Means For MA

The administration had a Monday deadline to tell a federal judge whether it would resume SNAP funding to recipients in MA and nationwide.

Gov. Maura Healey Calls On Trump To Release Funds For SNAP Recipients

Healey said that one in seven Massachusetts residents is on SNAP.

'This Is A Moment For Coming Together': Gov. Maura Healey Makes SNAP Freeze Donation Plea

Gov. Maura Healey asked restaurants, farms and grocery stores to donate food during the looming benefits suspension.

New MA Salary Transparency Law Takes Effect: What It Means For Employers, Employees

Gov. Maura Healey signed the Act Relative to Wage Transparency into law last July with a 15-month ramp-up period to the Oct. 29 start date.

MA Attorney General Campbell Sues Trump Administration For SNAP Funding Freeze

Andrea Joy Campbell was joined by 22 other attorneys general and three governors in filing the lawsuit.

MA SNAP Benefits Won't Go Out In November, Officials Confirm

About 1 in 6 Massachusetts families rely on SNAP benefits to put food on the table each month.

Gov. Healey Blasts Looming SNAP Benefit Cutoff, Plans For Contingencies

Gov. Maura Healey on Friday urged President Donald Trump to continue the food-assistance payments amid the federal government shutdown.

Trump Admin Resumes Some Student Loan Forgiveness: What To Know In MA

Earlier this year, the Trump administration blocked student loan forgiveness under certain income-driven repayment plans.

Bill Would Put Limits On Self-Checkout At Grocery Stores In Massachusetts

"We've gotten a lot of momentum behind it," Feeney told WBZ-TV. "We see this as a common-sense piece of legislation."

Daylight Saving Time Is About To End: What To Know In MA

Residents will turn their clocks back an hour on Sunday, Nov. 2.

SNAP Benefits In Jeopardy In MA Due To Government Shutdown, New Fed Rules

Massachusetts residents may not receive SNAP benefits for much longer if the federal government shutdown continues.

Massachusetts Highway Service Plaza Contract To Go Back Up For Bid After Controversial Process

MassDOT announced Wednesday that it is putting the project, which includes 11 rest stops on the Mass Pike, back up for bid.

Trump Freezes $575M In MA Funding To Pressure Democrats To End Shutdown: Report

More than $400 million of the funding was suspended in three Congressional districts.

Mass. Governor Promises Review Of Line Items On Utility Bills To Rein In Energy Costs

"Every dollar has to be justified. If there isn't a real customer benefit there, it should come off of the bill," Healey said.

How Government Shutdown Could Impact Social Security Benefits In MA

The federal government has been shut down since Oct. 1.

President Trump "Absolutely Shouldn't" Send National Guard To Massachusetts, Gov. Healey Says

Healey said, "Here in Massachusetts, local and state law enforcement work really closely and well together."

How The Federal Shutdown May Affect Air Travel In MA

The government shutdown is in its seventh day on Tuesday.

CDC Updates Guidance On COVID Vaccine: What To Know In MA

As federal guidelines continue to evolve, Massachusetts is compelling pharmacies to make the vaccine available to all over 6 months old.

Massachusetts Residents Trying To Get Ballot Question That Would Reduce Energy Prices

"They just keep hitting us and hitting us and hitting us," South Boston resident Helen Skulski said.

Massachusetts receives "F" grade for state finances

The state ranks near the bottom for fiscal health

Federal Government Shuts Down: What To Know In MA

Here's how Massachusetts' two senators voted.

How Would A Government Shutdown Affect Massachusetts?

Unless the U.S. Senate can reach a deal on funding the government, the shutdown will start at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday.

Senator Ed Markey Says Democrats Ready To Negotiate As Possible Government Shutdown Looms

Massachusetts Senator Ed Markey said that Democrats are ready to negotiate with Republicans as a government shutdown looms.