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A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.
New law includes tracking EBT purchases and other reforms.
The Suffolk Downs proposal is in serious trouble after East Boston votes against the plan. But Revere's mayor says he'll continue with a Revere-only plan.
The two Massachusetts heads talked healthcare on Meet The Press.
Tell the Department of Transportation what you think about their efforts.
How the state plans to improve the aging subway system.
Governor Patrick announced two major changes slated for the state's major east-west road.
Measure would ensure the safety of people with pets in emergency situations.
African Meeting House on Beacon Hill.
See what's coming to this year's Halloween celebration.
Legislation to be filed Friday, and if approved, would list all those convicted of animal cruelty in the Bay State.
New system emails notifications to commuters on mega projects and planned highway events.
National parks, and historic sites throughout the state closed following shutdown.
Sen. Warren: "We should be having a real debate about our budget – because we have real problems to solve."
On the other hand, Congress is thought of more highly than the Kardashians.
Is Obamacare going to change things in Massachusetts, where we pioneered a version of the universal healthcare program? You bet it is. Check out some of the big differences you can expect under Obamacare.
The move is expected to generate $2 billion in new revenue for the postal service
See which of the final two mayoral candidates has work to do courting votes in the neighborhood.
The crowded mayoral and at-large councillor fields were winnowed down Tuesday.
Have you cast your ballot for the mayoral and city council elections today?
There's still time to get to know the mayoral and at-large candidates for Boston. Get out there and vote on Tuesday!
Boston.com reported on the possibility after a meeting this week.
Voters will go back to casting ballots at Hill House Community Center at two Beacon Hill precincts.
“Voters should be aware that any caller conducting a survey, and claiming to be Election Department personnel, is engaging in fraudulent behavior," said Geraldine Cuddyer, chair of Boston’s Board of Election Commissioners.
Governor's order applies to all state facilities and town halls.
Environmental groups propose ballot question to expand the 30-year-old law.
Attorney general says as governor she’ll never stop fighting in Monday morning announcement.
The front doors of the State House will be opened for the state Army and Air National Guard units who served in Iraq and Afghanistan.
See why their question was nixed by the AG.
A bill would raise the speed limit on portions of the Massachusetts Turnpike and Route 95.
A portion of the fee would go to The One Fund Boston.
Three educational forums to be held throughout the state.
Neighborhood Association of Back Bay hosting the forum.
The next planned diversion for service as the Longfellow Bridge work continues is now Oct. 26-27.
State House News Service reports rank-and-file GOP members were not allowed to see what was in bills on the rostrum during session.