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Major 'Red Flag' Gun Bill Signed Into Law By Gov. Baker
The 'red flag' legislation opens an avenue for the suspension of gun ownership rights for those believed to be a danger.
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It's July, But MA Has No Pot Shops Just Yet
There was some big steps taken in the legislature last week, but July 1 came and went without retail pot licenses.
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A Million Reasons Last Week Was So Important
There were winners, losers, and still lots of questions after the ruling from the state's highest court.
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Historic Wage Law Could Be Signed Today In MA
Minimum wage would increase to $15, tipped workers would see more, and an annual sales tax are just part of it.
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MBTA Raising Parking Prices Significantly, But Some Get A Break
Come Aug. 1, it'll cost you quite a bit more to park in the most popular stations' lots.
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Are MA Voters Leaning Toward Millionaire Tax, Minimum Wage Hike?
Here's how voters are feeling about the questions and people with a chance to be on the November ballot.
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MA 2018 Elections: Where Things Stand
Come the end of the year, there will be new faces in new places. Get up to speed on some of the most anticipated races across the state.
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MA Democrats Rally Behind 'Little Guy' For Gov. Candidate
Jay Gonzalez is leaving this weekend's Democratic convention with some pep in his step.
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Town-By-Town Opioid Overdose Numbers Released By DPH
In Mass., there were 201 confirmed fatal opioid-related overdoses from January through March of this year, according to the department.
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Sports Betting, Mt. Ida Closure: MA Headliners
In the wake of Monday's court decision on sports betting, the only thing we can say for sure, ironically, is that all bets are off. For now.
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Bet On This: MA Legislature Discussing Legal Sports Gambling
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission estimated could generate between $9 million and $61 million in state tax revenue a year.
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MA Senate Picking Up Pieces After Bombshell Report
Troubling. Damning. Incredibly disturbing. Pick an adjective and it was probably used this week to describe the Ethics Commit report.
Framingham, MA|News|
Rep. Chris Walsh, 66, Dies After Battling Cancer
Walsh, a Framingham Democrat, is the fourth sitting representative to have died this session.
Worcester, MA|News|
Baker Riles Up Delegates While Accepting Endorsement
Baker said he wants to reduce the sales tax and emphasized his support for the death penalty for cop killers.
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New Gun Bill Would Keep 'Dangerous' People From Ownership
Gun control activists argue it would provide a safety check to prevent dangerous people from accessing certain deadly weapons.
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MA's Criminal Justice System Overhauled
See what changed in the bill Gov. Baker signed Friday.
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MA Senate Working Through Its Problems
Has the Senate been in utter disarray since December? Yeah, pretty much. But things are starting to get done.
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State Police's Latest Controversy Could Be Criminal
The embattled State Police has struggled to regain its footing after a wave of controversies.
Swampscott, MA|News|
Swampscott Town Meeting Member Vying For Secretary Of State
Anthony Amore was the first Republican entrant into the race.
North Andover, MA|News|
Trump Singles Out 'Sanctuary City' Lawrence As NH Opioid Source
The mayor was not thrilled to hear the president take his "city's name in vain."
